Best backpack on Reddit

"As for brands, Osprey is likely the most common."

"Osprey and Gregory are 2 solid brands to look for."

"I like Osprey personally. Good quality and good warranty."

"I'd recommend a 20-35L bag from Osprey or Patagonia."

"Totally don't cheap out. Get the pack you really like."

"I am a fan of osprey personally, although they are pricey."

"I used an Osprey backpack in college and 10 years later, it’s my personal bag for travel."

"I really love the Osprey Arcane and have been using it for work for years."

"Have a look at Osprey (maybe the Arcane?) and Thule as well."

"I have an osprey raptor 14 and an osprey seral 7. Both great for different circumstances."

"You can't really go wrong with an Aer. Just high quality bags and very well designed."

"It’s on sale for 140 US."

"I bought an Aer bag about six months ago and I’m thrilled with it."

"Usually the Aer TP3 or the Tortuga 40L Lite."

"They are amazing packs."

"I just bought an Aer Go Pack 2, I ended up loving it so much."

"I suggest taking a look at the Aer Travel Pack 3 in ballistic nylon."

"I second the vote for the Aer Travel Pack 3 small, but it comes in at $230."

"Aer City Pack Pro (24L) weight about 1.18 kg in Cordura and only 1kg for the Ultra version."

"Aer city pack (non pro)? Though you need the xpac version for all the zippers to be PU coated."

"Goruck is the only option."

"Goruck GR2, Aer city pack/city pack pro/travel pack, TAD Axiom S2"

"GR2, A19 Evade"

"Not cheap but check out goruck."

"Goruck"

"Goruck GR2."

"Goruck makes travel specific bags meant to fit in the carry on compartment."

"Goruck makes excellent backpacks with a lifetime warranty."

"Tough as hell, will last rest of your life, highly water resistant."

"Currently on sale at Goruck.com"

"I’ve bought multiple north face backpacks and duffels over the years."

"The north face's lifetime warranty makes me loyal to them."

"Great backpack imo and it’s what I use for college currently."

"Super comfortable and looks good."

"I’ve had my North Face backpack for going on 16 years."

"Has a few compartments."

"TNF makes a decent bag. I have the Borealis. It was a good bag before I moved on."

"This isn’t a clamshell, but the North Face Recon is fantastic."

"I'm trying out the North face Router, it's great so far."

"Oh! TNF Router. Tom Bihn Brain, maybe."

"Patagonia Black Hole"

"Patagonia Mini MLC"

"I say a Patagonia Atom sling, a Cotopaxi Todo sling, or pretty much anything from Ori London."

"Patagonia 8L Atom Sling."

"It’s so comfortable for me."

"I have the mini mlc from Patagonia and have never had an issue with it under the seat."

"Take a look at Patagonia black hole."

"For teens I’d look at Patagonia, Cotopaxi, North Face Travel Backpack or base camp duffel."

"The Black Hole Mini MLC is 30L, and I’ve had great success using it as a carry on item."

"Patagonia MLC, Pakt Travel backpack, REI Ruckpack, and AER travel backpack 3 could all fit your bill."

"Mystery Ranch, Tom Bihn, Red Oxx, Goruck."

"I find Mystery Ranch to be superior."

"It has great suspension and comes in a bunch of colors."

"The 3DAP is in the size range you want, the harness is the same, it comes out of the box with a fairly credible hip belt."

"Mystery ranch with futura harness system or any backpack brand that boasts their harness system."

"Mystery Ranch is a good option."

"It's pretty cool."

"Mystery Ranch 3 Day Assault Pack. If it's big enough."

"The frame is really good, which was a pleasant surprise."

"I’ve had good luck with the following brands; mostly everyday, commuter style backpacks."

"Able Carry Max EDC (or the bigger MAX regular) might be a good option for you."

"As soon as the black color gets restocked I am buying."

"Able Carry Max is your ideal bag. Worth every penny."

"Really great quality of life features, such as the front pocket being accessible without taking your bag off."

"With their rain cover too for the additional security from rain?"

"Able Carry Max seems like a good option."

"Able Carry Max"

"- able carry max"

"Stuff like Able Carry Max, Aer Travel Pack 3, Peak Design Travel backpack, Evergoods CTB35, Tortuga Travel backpack, GoRuck GR2 (or clones from ctactical), Tom Bihn Synik 30, or Tom Bihn techonaut, etc."

"The new Able carry max EDC might suit your needs"

"Highly recommended."

"Love my Peak Design bag."

"PeakDesign backpacks, looking good and practically unkillable."

"I'm using it for years now."

"I’ve been using the everyday backpack... it works perfectly for my needs."

"- peak design everyday backpack / zip"

"Stuff like Able Carry Max, Aer Travel Pack 3, Peak Design Travel backpack, Evergoods CTB35, Tortuga Travel backpack, GoRuck GR2 (or clones from ctactical), Tom Bihn Synik 30, or Tom Bihn techonaut, etc."

"Look into getting a camera sling bag with extra pockets."

"Peak design makes good stuff, but any very structured and compartmentalized backpack."

"Got recently the small Metro Alpaka. Holds all my tech."

"Alpaka is great."

"Is clean like your Hero and has a hidden pocket and dual outer water bottle/umbrella pockets."

"I have the Alpaka metro, it's very solid and I like it."

"Great slim EDC backpack."

"The Alpaka Metro is my go-to bag for small EDC."

"I’ve got a few Kankens, and I love them."

"I switched from a Timbuk2 messenger to Fjallraven Kankens because of the weight."

"Fjällräven Kånken? Or maybe Osprey has something suitable."

"Fjällräven Kånken?"

"* Fjallraven Raven"

"Fjällräven Kånken, Herschel Little America Backpack, Eastpak X Raf Simons."

"Fjallraven Raven or Skule."

"Evergoods CTB 26L or the GoRuck GR2 26L. Both very versatile packs."

"Evergoods CTB26. Just enough organization, smartly designed, great materials."

"CTB26 from Evergoods might be closest to 'perfect bag' I've tried."

"Evergoods CTB26. 2 laptops should be able to fit in the laptop sleeve."

"- evergoods ctb35"

"Stuff like Able Carry Max, Aer Travel Pack 3, Peak Design Travel backpack, Evergoods CTB35, Tortuga Travel backpack, GoRuck GR2 (or clones from ctactical), Tom Bihn Synik 30, or Tom Bihn techonaut, etc."

"I love my 20l Bellroy venture ready pack."

"Bellroy's Venture Ready Pack is a solid option."

"I like Bellroy too and I own two of their backpacks."

"I have been around with a venture ready from bellroy and just loving it."

"The Bellroy Venture Ready has an external pocket and a strap/harness system for securing a tripod."

"Jansport. They literally invented the book bag."

"I still swear by JanSport for well made bags."

"Can't believe nobody mentioned Jansport."

"It’s not fancy, but I’ve travelled all over the world with a jansport."

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"Both north face and jansport has some."

"Timbuk2 has great options for travel bags. I've had mine for 5 years and it looks practically new."

"10/10 Libra and I'm weighing in with Timbuk2"

"I'd heavily consider Timbuk2 as I hear nothing but amazing things."

"Take a look at TimBuk2."

"Timbuk2 bags are durable and have lasted for 15 years, although quality may have declined."

"Deuter Giga - the only backpack that i can't kill."

"Perhaps something simple such as a Deuter Giga."

"I have a giga. Might make a post about it at some point."

"Im rocking the Giga, currently"

"I love me some tomtoc and think they get overlooked in these conversations."

"Tomtoc is very affordable and great materials and quality in my experience."

"Tomtoc 40 l should be best buy right now."

"Thule Accent Backpack 28L black. I personally have the 26 liter and its amazing."

"Get one of Thule backpacks."

"Look at Thule backpacks also."

"I have a THule that I love, but now that I have experienced trying to use the Thule lifetime warranty."

"Ogio makes the best bags and backpacks I've ever had."

"Ogio on top"

"Get a set of rugged tool pouches to keep the backpack from getting damaged"

"Such an investment. Maganda quality and you can fit so much sa loob."

"Soooobrang tibay ng bag na ‘to, I swear."

"Very different in style but the Kanken bags are great."

"Tom Bihn Brain Bag."

"Is a great one. I've found shipping to be not as bad as you'd think to the UK."

"Tom bihn brain bag, and I believe one of the Aer bags is designed for 2 laptops as well."

"My 20L lasted for close to 7 years of daily use."

"They make solid bags for reasonable prices."

"Decathlon offers affordable waterproof options like backpack covers for around 6 EU."

"I recently bought the Cotopaxi Allpa 35 and it’s pretty great."

"I would suggest Cotopaxi Allpa line of travel backpacks."

"Have you looked at the Cotopaxi Allpa packs? I have the 28L size and use it for weekend trips."

"Swiss gears 8121 is 40 bucks right now… hard to beat that."

"I’ve got a Swiss Gear and fits my 16” perfectly."

"Swiss gear has good laptop backpacks."

"Aer City Pack Pro or their new Pro Pack line"

"I think the AER City Pack pro is your best bet for a professional look."

"Been using it for years."

"Venque Amsterdam Carbon is great for your use."

"Have a look at https://www.nomatic.com/. Lifetime warranty."

"Definitely one of the best things I’ve ever bought."

"Lifetime warranty is unbeatable, and the bag is such a solid piece of kit."

"Everki is the most ergonomically correct backpack I’ve use."

"This bag fits 1 pair of shoes, hoodie, 40 oz hydroflask, 3 paddles, 9 balls, and other random stuff."

"We have [this bag](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08RRQYQS3) and aside from two pairs of shoes it perfectly fits your needs."

"The Robic version is 1.7 lbs and very, very comfortable!"

"ULA Dragonfly."

"They have beautiful minimalist backpacks and bags."

"They are sturdy, lightweight and stylish."

"Look into the Adidas Energy backpack. I found one at my local Ross discount store."

"The adidas energy backpack and under armour hustle 3.0 have been my go-to’s for school."

"It's spacious, water-resistant, and perfect for daily use."

"It carries my 13 inch iPad + Magic Keyboard and MacBook Air, plus a tennis racket sticking out of it and balls no problem."

"I'm a HUGE fan of Hill People Gear, literally have 3 packs by them."

"I’ve been very impressed with the packs from Hill People Gear."

"No one’s mentioned Cabin Zero? It’s exactly what you’re looking for."

"Cabin Zero sizes: 36L, 42L, 44L."

"Perfect bags, absolutely smashed it the whole trip no complaints whatsoever."

"The harness system makes it very comfortable to carry."

"Gregory makes excellent backpacks at all price ranges."

"I would checkout Gregory and Osprey. I like the Osprey Talon."

"They have good warranties on their products and they’re built for the outdoors, very chic looking too"

"The best college backpack is the Helix All Day Comfort Backpack."

"The Helix All Day Comfort Backpack fits your description perfectly."

"If you really want a secured bag that will last you til the end of time, eto na yun."

"Kasi un ung meron ako hahaha"

"Get the official Helix backpack when you’re able too."

"Not cheap, but it's what you're after."

"One of my favourite bags is a tiny coach backpack."

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"If light and comfy is what you want look no further than the gossamer vagabond jet."

"It’s quite lightweight."

"Feels great on the back. not too pricey either."

"Has nice backpacks and suitcases."

"Uniqlo tote backpack. Light. Huge. Foldable. Has a laptop sleeve."

"Light. Huge. Foldable. Has a laptop sleeve."

"Briggs & Riley has a nice clamshell one."

"The answer is gonna vary wildly depending on your budget. Briggs & Riley."

"I'd recommend getting a good backpack from an established company (Hershel, Belroy, Osprey, Timbuk2 etc.)."

"Checkout offerings by Herschal or American Leather."

"I have a 10 year old Kate Spade that’s still amazing."

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"I would check Eberlestock and either build out a pack."

"Eberlestock is having a huge sale rn."

"Aer Travel Pack, Aer City Pack Pro, or Waterfield Tech Folio Backpack."

"The LTT backpack is expensive but close to the best packpack available on the market."

"My short business trips are with the Peak Design Travel 30L."

"Ortlieb downtown."

"Take a look at the REI Junction model."

"The Nanaimo 32L GymWork Backpack has a separate shoe compartment."

"A Tomtoc bag might be a good fit for you."