I have the matador refraction backpack in "white" and I absolutely love it. The elastic pockets are amazing and for 16L it carries a lot. I mostly use for beach, gym and for walking around cities when I'm traveling. On another noteI, the lack of a back panel makes it uncomfortable if you have big bulky items laying right behind your back. I also have to say that the white color gets dirty easily but I just wash it on the washer machine and air dry it, it cleans mostly everything. I'm currently considering to buy the aer go 2 for a lite weight that can carry a lapotp and add more comfort.
Very impressive NN.! The best presentation by far. You out do yourself. Almost convince us whiskey drinking, gambling with match sticks retirees behind the house in the man cave. True pro at work. Looking forward to the next episode. Cowabunga.!
great overview. I have been using the Aer go pack as my daily pack around town, i have many (too many) other options, fully featured backpacks in many sizes but this Aer is excellent. For me it is also their best product (including the very robust materials). An absolute winner (it has also been on a multi-month trip on several continents as a second bag for the daily small items and it is great to have. It also holds an amazing amount of stuff. I added a sternum strap from an other bag which helps stabilise it when on my bicycle…
Dang, even as someone from Utah I had not realized until now just how many great backpack brands are from here including brands like Cotopaxi and Black Diamond, that is awesome! On top of these I also love the REI flask 18 or 22 packs and the Cotopaxi Batac but my favorite for urban/tech use is the Aer Go Pack. 2
Another vote to get a review of Waterfield's packable, which I just picked up. IMHO, there are two distinct kinds of packs here: those that fold into themselves (i.e., a tiny pouch), and those that you simply lay flat on the bottom (or top) of a larger pack or suitcase. I've always loved the idea of the ones that fold into pouches because they're usually (but not always) lighter and they also seem more versatile (e.g., you could even put one in a sling--or a large coat pocket). The problem with virtually all of these "pouch packs" is that they're so damn wrinkled when you unpack them. As far as I can tell, by developing their own fabric, Waterfield is the only company that's avoided that problem. It's pretty miraculous. Its one downside, though, is no sleeve for a laptop, even just a tiny one against the back of the main compartment. Just about any laptop will fit, but it won't sit against your back unless you pack it out the right way. But as far as packs that look like nice, "real" packs but are also fully collapsible, Waterfield seems to be the only one that can pull it off. Great professional look, too--and great water resistance. Love to see a review.
Although it’s not as light and packable as the others, I ultimately decided on getting the Aer Go Pack. It’s the “no compromises” option for me, as it behaves pretty much as a normal backpack when in use. I even used it as my only bag for shorter trips.
I cary the Venture Backpack on all my trips. Good for the beach or bopping around town but light weight. Then if I am over weight on my luggage I just throw extra stuff in it.
@nomads.nation, thanks for the video, Aaron! Which of these hang the best on your back? I find that without putting something with significant weight in the bottom of the bag, the Matador and Osprey bags hang sort of strangely.
What would you say is the smallest pack you would / one should pack an Air Go Pack 2 in? I suppose an Aer Travel Pack 3 would be fine; but is 35 L the limit? would the Aer Travel Pack 3 Small (28L) be too small? How about the Able Carry Max (30L)?
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks for the info, very good to know! One last thing about this: I'm still considering Aer Go Pack 2 (20L), Bellroy Lite Ready Pack (18L) and Matador Refraction Packable Backpack (16L) to pack into a Bellroy Lite Travel Pack 30L. I'm guessing you'd go for the Aer? That's what I'm leaning towards. But I want to buy a lighter one, just one case. Between the Bellroy and Matador, what would you choose?
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My wife and I have the Venture Pal, love it! Makes a great little day pack and personal item on our flights.
It’s a great bag for the price for sure!
I have the matador refraction backpack in "white" and I absolutely love it. The elastic pockets are amazing and for 16L it carries a lot. I mostly use for beach, gym and for walking around cities when I'm traveling. On another noteI, the lack of a back panel makes it uncomfortable if you have big bulky items laying right behind your back. I also have to say that the white color gets dirty easily but I just wash it on the washer machine and air dry it, it cleans mostly everything.
I'm currently considering to buy the aer go 2 for a lite weight that can carry a lapotp and add more comfort.
Thanks for your feedback! And yes the Aer Go 2 is a great pick for that
Very impressive NN.! The best presentation by far. You out do yourself. Almost convince us whiskey drinking, gambling with match sticks retirees behind the house in the man cave. True pro at work. Looking forward to the next episode. Cowabunga.!
thanks matey!! 🤠
Thanks for the video. I wish you showed how each of these bags collapse and compress into a small bit.
thank for watching! Many of the bags covered in this video has its own in-depth review where we we do full testing/compression on it
Aaron, my friend. You are on hyperdrive with pumping out all these videos in the last couple of weeks. Another awesome review.
thanks so much, our editing team has been killing it, props to our Media Manager Margaret for pumping out so much content!
Every zipper and every opening must be ripped open with great intensity! That’s how I now open my backpacks every time I need to get into my bags.
Gotta get your moneys worth!
great overview. I have been using the Aer go pack as my daily pack around town, i have many (too many) other options, fully featured backpacks in many sizes but this Aer is excellent. For me it is also their best product (including the very robust materials). An absolute winner (it has also been on a multi-month trip on several continents as a second bag for the daily small items and it is great to have. It also holds an amazing amount of stuff. I added a sternum strap from an other bag which helps stabilise it when on my bicycle…
I second this - an amazing bag
Dang, even as someone from Utah I had not realized until now just how many great backpack brands are from here including brands like Cotopaxi and Black Diamond, that is awesome! On top of these I also love the REI flask 18 or 22 packs and the Cotopaxi Batac but my favorite for urban/tech use is the Aer Go Pack. 2
Utah is killin it with the bag brands
Another vote to get a review of Waterfield's packable, which I just picked up. IMHO, there are two distinct kinds of packs here: those that fold into themselves (i.e., a tiny pouch), and those that you simply lay flat on the bottom (or top) of a larger pack or suitcase. I've always loved the idea of the ones that fold into pouches because they're usually (but not always) lighter and they also seem more versatile (e.g., you could even put one in a sling--or a large coat pocket). The problem with virtually all of these "pouch packs" is that they're so damn wrinkled when you unpack them. As far as I can tell, by developing their own fabric, Waterfield is the only company that's avoided that problem. It's pretty miraculous. Its one downside, though, is no sleeve for a laptop, even just a tiny one against the back of the main compartment. Just about any laptop will fit, but it won't sit against your back unless you pack it out the right way. But as far as packs that look like nice, "real" packs but are also fully collapsible, Waterfield seems to be the only one that can pull it off. Great professional look, too--and great water resistance. Love to see a review.
cheers!
The Fjallraven High Coast Tote is another good packable option. It is pretty light and can be worn as a backpack too.
I’ll be sure to check it out!
What about the Mystery Ranch In & Out 19 and 21. Great packable backpacks!!!!
haven’t tried it yet, hoping to soon!
Although it’s not as light and packable as the others, I ultimately decided on getting the Aer Go Pack. It’s the “no compromises” option for me, as it behaves pretty much as a normal backpack when in use. I even used it as my only bag for shorter trips.
It is that good
I cary the Venture Backpack on all my trips. Good for the beach or bopping around town but light weight. Then if I am over weight on my luggage I just throw extra stuff in it.
Great call! Very packable while still keeping some of its comfort/structure
I would love to see a review of the packable backpack from Waterfield designs.
Added to our wish list 💪🏻
Aer go pack 2 love it
classic
@nomads.nation, thanks for the video, Aaron! Which of these hang the best on your back? I find that without putting something with significant weight in the bottom of the bag, the Matador and Osprey bags hang sort of strangely.
Probably the Aer since it has the most structure
The topo designs smash pack was my favorite, too bad they don't make them anymore. They are available online on other sites still.
rip
I have it too, great backpack, small but sturdy, great padding on the shoulder straps and colorful inside of the backpack!
thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Which have the best ventilation for the back? Especially between Aer Go Pack 2, Matador Refraction and Tortuga Packable? thanks!
Aer
What would you say is the smallest pack you would / one should pack an Air Go Pack 2 in? I suppose an Aer Travel Pack 3 would be fine; but is 35 L the limit? would the Aer Travel Pack 3 Small (28L) be too small? How about the Able Carry Max (30L)?
The Go Pack is very compressible so it can probably be folded up even into a small sling bag, so any of these travel bags will work
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks for the info, very good to know!
One last thing about this: I'm still considering Aer Go Pack 2 (20L), Bellroy Lite Ready Pack (18L) and Matador Refraction Packable Backpack (16L) to pack into a Bellroy Lite Travel Pack 30L. I'm guessing you'd go for the Aer? That's what I'm leaning towards. But I want to buy a lighter one, just one case. Between the Bellroy and Matador, what would you choose?
@@Fnantier Matador
Another banger of a video, side question, do you think aer will bring out a travel pack 4 anytime soon?
thanks dude! And I have no idea, wish I did haha
I’m fairly certain the Tom Bihn Daylight bag comes in many colors other than that gray lol.
as of reviewing, it did not
I have and really like the Osprey Remnants Packable Daypack. Sustainable, durable affordable. Give it a look.
Will do!
low key back pack community i think we've been sleeping on the moment mtw back pack check out the seventeen liter chefs kiss from what ive seen
We just reviewed the 21L, should be live in a few weeks. I was very impressed
@@Nomads.Nation LETS GOOOOOOOOO!
can i guess a con
no dangle stoppers
@@wick3dheathen I think they have? Haha
@@Nomads.Nation rats
Three Peaks have released a Roll Top bag 22L to compete with Stubble & Co, would be nice to get a review 😉👍🏻 pleeeasee
we'll add it to our wish list!
Where can i get the Veer?
WANDRD.com but also might be out of stock
@@Nomads.Nation Veer is discontinued =[
@@Battlem0nk really? I had no idea... you sure its not just out of stock?
@@Nomads.Nation Not even listed on their site anymore. Their email support confirmed it is discontinued.
Osprey ultralight collapsible stuff pack?
I’ve heard great things, will be sure to check it out
Go pack 2 or city pack?
very very different bags. If you want more comfort, go with the City Pack. If you want compressible, go with the Go Pack
Nice Video..Please Review Legazy bags(Philippines)/Artic Hunter Bags..
I’ll be sure to check them out!
My hot take: Go Pack 2 is the must useful (and best looking) backpack Aer has ever made 😅
That is a SCORCHING hot take and I love it haha
I prefer simple, light weight no frills packables.
I’d say most of these fit that bill!
Hi Aaron! Do you edit videos yourself or have you hired someone? I’m an editor and would love to help, if you’re interested
We have an editing team, I can’t edit shit haha. Shoot me an email aaron@nomadsnation.com and we can go from there
@@Nomads.Nation mail sent!
@@Nomads.Nation Ha ha! I just sent you an email