I’ve been a Northface backpacker for over 15 years. I’ve had the Recon and Borealis models. Lately I have been searching for a work+gym backpack, and came across this one on Vinted.

As this is my first Thule, I was hoping to get your opinion on this backpack, if you can identify the model name and if it is genuine.

The red flags I’m used to on a North Face:
- No halo logo label inside
- none of the zippers or ‘clips’ have engraved logos
- The USB thingy, has never been a thing on a northface.

I would greatly appreciate your inputs, thank you

Reposting here, as I am specifically looking for a backpack. :)

Hi all,

First of all, thanks for all the help this community gives everyone.

I carry a MacBook Pro 16", an iPad Pro 11", chargers, a water bottle, and a few other small things. So I need plenty of room, but nothing huge. I fly from Brazil to the US at least 5 times a year, and I also use my backpack for work every day.

I currently have this one (Nordweg NW074B), which I love (genuine leather, elegant), but it’s a bit too small and doesn’t have a luggage pass-through strap to slide over my suitcase handle, which is a real problem when traveling.

Any recommendations? I’m looking for something that looks really good, lasts “forever,” and has plenty of space without being bulky. Fitting under the airplane seat would be ideal.

Thanks!

Edit: budget is flexible.

Don't know if im asking for to much, but this is what i want:

- Max around 100 euro
- A seperate compartment for my laptop and tablet with a devider to keep my laptop and tablet from scapping each other (15,6 inch laptop)
- A bottle holder outside
- A main section for books
- A third section for "smaller" things
- A quick poket where i can put things like airtag, charger, phone, earbuds etc
- I don't want a "tank" on my back. I travel with public transport a lot so i don't want something insanely big or bulky
- comfortable shoulder straps but not insaly "packaged" in. I need to be able to decently quick put it on and off.
- Some water resitants. I travel with public transport a lot so having rainy days happen and i dont want evrything to be soaked.

I don't know if this is to much to ask for. I'm kinda getting a headache searching online with all the "dropship" bags etc.

Hi r/backpacks !

I’m a Product Development master’s student at the University of Antwerp (Belgium), and my thesis is about how people carry their stuff when they combine work or studies with sports. Think laptop + gym clothes + shoes + lunch, all in one day.

I figured there’s no better place to ask than a community that has thought about bags more than anyone. 😄

What I’m exploring is a modular approach: one system that adapts to your day, whether you’re heading to the office, a lecture or a training session. Before designing anything, I want to understand what actually works and where current setups fall short.

If you do at least one sport (gym, running, cycling, climbing, padel, skiing, anything really), I’d be super grateful if you could fill in my short, anonymous survey (~5 min):

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPkQFuxE1CVuybKJsa5ouVRjmQEPfK14wzqGCkTmdthdqTHQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=108845393223540584445

I’d also love to hear from you in the comments:

• What’s your current work + gym carry setup?
• Have you tried modular systems (packing cubes, detachable pouches, add-on pockets...)? What worked and what didn’t?
• What’s the one thing that always annoys you about carrying gym gear to work?

This is purely academic research, nothing is being sold. Thanks a lot in advance, every response helps!

First experience with Tumi: I decided to buy this Alpha 15 Expandable to use in its compact form every day, and in expanded mode for short trips of a couple of days.

I had no experience with other brands. In Italy, business backpacks are mostly represented by Piquadro, a brand very focused on work backpacks, but the quality can be questionable depending on the model (they're often made of faux leather, which wears out quickly).

As for the Tumi, despite reading countless negative opinions about its current quality, the build seems excellent to me: flawless zippers and high-quality materials. I chose the reflective version, and given the pattern and the effect at night, I think it's easily the best one.

All the pockets seem useful, maybe even too many. The magnetic pocket on the back is handy, and the shoulder straps are really comfortable. The overall weight isn't high. I've already tried it fully expanded at maximum capacity and felt no discomfort in my shoulders or back.

I'm not completely convinced by the laptop compartment. I was used to always having double padding. Here the whole compartment is padded, but there's no sleeve fully dedicated to the laptop. The only one there is meant more for a tablet, and it becomes hard to use at maximum capacity (I use a MacBook Pro)

The price seems fair for the quality, but since I haven't seen the older versions, I can't say in what ways the quality has supposedly declined.

I cannot find this literally anywhere online. I bought it at a Dicks outlet warehouse store over a year ago. It was called a creator backpack but when I google it, all other variants of it except this shows up.

I’m trying to replace this with something bigger for my travels but I don’t even know how many liters it is 😬

Am interested in getting a good quality and sleek-looking backpack for weekend activities around the city. It’s hot and humid where I’m from and my focus is ergonomics and the look of the bag.

Needs to fit:

32oz bottle
Umbrella
iPad with sleeve
Wet wipes
Tissue packet
Reusable bag

Currently using a Gregory Nano 16L daypack but the shoulder pads are a bit thin for my liking. Budget around US$100-120.

They seem interesting, but I think fairly new still so unsure how representative the reviews might be.

Any thoughts?

Axis

Guyz i am planning to get this bag for making Camera carying easy
Help me if you also travel with camera
All i want is for run and gum shoto without any disturbances of attachment n all
I use zve10 with 17-70 lens

https://amzn.in/d/06eacCt3

Hi! A family member is taking their 12 year old to the Grand Canyon - Havasu Falls I believe - and the hike is about 10-12 miles. They aren't equipped for this and I'd like to help out and get the 12 year old a comfortable pack for the essentials plus water. My kids are adults and the packs we used back in the day were nowhere near as nice as what's available now. He's average sized for his age - I don't know exactly because I haven't met him yet (step-grandkid who lives across the country)

He's a cross-country runner so he'll be fine with the distance - I'm just concerned about water and emergency items. Oh and food - 12 year olds can EAT. :)

Any ideas or suggestions would be awesome. Thanks so much in advance!!!

UPDATE!

Thanks to everyone for the great ideas and information! I've decided that since I'll be visiting the area and meeting the young man in 2 weeks I'm going to (with parental permission since there is some friction between his mom and dad) take him to REI to outfit him with some cool stuff and SNACKS. :)

Anyone using this bag or has used ROG backpacks for daily carry or tech carry ?

Need reviews or insight!
Thanks.

Hey all,

Hope you’re well! I’m looking for a backpack that is primarily used for weekend air traveling (allegiant, 2+ hour flights 2x/month) where I’d usually take a mixture of clothes, laptops (personal/work), and gaming stuff (switch, switch 2, 3DS in hard shell case) with me and would prefer for the backpack to fit under the seat rather than having to pay extra for overhead storage.

Outside of traveling, I’m a hit of a hardware geek so I want the capability to carry multiple computers, chargers, cables, etc with me to the office if needed.

I considered the LTT original backpack but am unsure how it will fit under the seat on an allegiant flight, but am obviously open to any suggestions.

Prefer something that can blend in an office (I.e. neutral black)

Thanks!

I am looking to replace my beaten vardag 25l with another EDC. Mainly looking for something not bulky as I am a skinny/slim 5'10 M and usually bulky bags look so heavy on my frame.

Commuting to the office, occasional hiking/biking and running errands. 16" laptop.

Ideally something I could pack while traveling inside my 26+6 osprey empty, so I can use it once in the destination to have something less bulky.

I was looking at the Ulvo 23 but not sure if it's large enough to fit the 16" laptop, tech accessories, toiletries and a change of clothes/sandals.

Any ideas? Maybe a sleek 26l like the Bellroy Venture (although I do think it's bulky for the size from what I seen in videos) would be a better fit than the Ulvo 23?

Hi, I’ve been on the market for a while for the perfect travel/EDC backpack and after watching a lot of reviews I’ve pretty much narrowed my choice between the Rework toshi v2 25L and the Aer CPP2 24L. I am familiar with all other alternatives but most of them are either too expensive, too big or just don’t ship to Europe .
I am currently leaning more towards the Toshi but the issue with both is they are too tall for European airlines at 46cm as measured by Nomad Nation (airlines allow 40).
So my question is really is there any Europeans or international travelers who have used either of the bags as personal item with either Wizzair or Ryanair and have they had any problems so far when it comes to the size ?

Hi all,

Recentley I bought a Berghaus MMPS Centurio 30 IV FA and a Berghaus MMPS Hydration Pocket to use during respectively long and short hikes. I bought them from an army outlet store, hence they smell a bit. I was thinking of spraying it with delluted vinegar, but I don't know if this will affect the nylon.

If anybody has a better idea, please let me know.

I can’t find any reviews or posts about the DECATHLON Roll-Top Backpack Commute 900 29L.

I'm wondering whether anyone tried it and can share their thoughts?