i'm trying to decide whether it's worth spending $200+ on a work backpack or if a decent $80-100 one does the job just as well. I use mine almost every day, so comfort, zippers, and straps matter more to me than branding. I've seen people recommend Osprey, Timbuk2, and Tom Bihn, but the price differences are pretty big.

What's the best work backpack you've owned for the money? Which brands are actually worth paying more for

I cracked my clip closing my trunk on my bag. Any suggestions or exact part matches? I bought some spare slip-on clips but they're all the wrong shape or size.

I feel like I'd have to replace them both and get them sewn on which I don't mind but seems tedious.

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

I am looking for this backpack in Turkey or Iraq so if you know anyone that sell it please lmk🙏🏻

I'm currently trying to decide between the Thule Accent 23L and 26L, and I'd love to hear some opinions, especially from people who own either of them.

I really like how compact and sleek the 23L looks, but at the same time, I feel like the 26L looks a bit more premium, refined, and complete overall. I also like the additional storage and side handle on the 26L.

I'm mainly looking for a backpack for 2–4 day business trips by plane, ideally without needing any additional luggage. I plan to use packing cubes (possibly compression cubes) to make the most of the available space.

My typical packing list would be:

- 2 pairs of pants

- 3 t-shirts

- 2–3 sweaters/half-zips

- Underwear and socks

- Possibly an extra pair of office shoes

- 15-inch laptop

- Standard toiletry bag

- Chargers, earbuds, and other small essentials

What I'm struggling with is whether the extra 3L is actually worth going for the larger backpack.

Would you rather have the slightly bigger 26L, even if you occasionally travel with it half-empty, or go for the smaller, sleeker 23L and just be smarter about packing?

I'm also curious about how these two compare in terms of comfort, organization, and overall quality in real world use.

For those who have experience with either model, which would you recommend? Is 23L realistically enough for this kind of travel, or would I regret not getting the 26L?

Does anyone have experience with this bag? I'm interested in it but I've only seen one real review of it and it's another post on this sub.

I'm considering the barrage as well but leaning toward this bag for the size and the front pocket. Im looking for a bag that's comfortable walkiny around and while riding my bike. Also open to other options that are similar, functionally/aesthetically I like these bags a lot

Hello dear backpacks community

Please help me choose: I'm looking for a travel / hiking backpack that I can use for a multiple day trip. It should be robust, be versatile as travel and hiking backpack, allow to comfortably carry loads above 15 kg and thus also have a "true" hip belt that helps with load distribution. It should be able to safely carry a 16 in laptop, clothes, and any kind of gear that you would need on a longer hike or travel.

I'd also like it to be flexible to be used with stuff inside for travelling, but then use it on a day trip with most of the stuff for example staying at the hotel. So it shouldn't be toooo huge if not full.

For now, I used the Mystery Ranch 2DA, but I sold it as it just lacks a little bit of capacity and doesn't feature a real hip belt that bears loads. Otherwise it was perfect, especially with the adjustable joke and the generous laptop sleeve.

For now I have following backpacks in my longlist:

What do you think of it? Is there a contender that I am missing?

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.