Best daypack on Reddit

248 reviews from r/onebag, r/ManyBaggers, r/hikinggear and 15 more subreddits

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#1

Osprey

4.4
(54)
"It is a great bag (but I’m partial to osprey)."
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"Osprey all the way. I used mine for about 8 years of field work and still continue to use it very effectively today."
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"Definitely go for Osprey. Osprey Talon 22 for one is a great choice because of the ice axe loop."
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"If I’m doing any real hiking, I bring an osprey daylight plus."
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"I really like my Osprey Daylite pack. It’s comfortable and holds plenty for long day hikes."
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"Love my Osprey Stratos."
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"I have an Osprey Manta 34. It has great ventilation."
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"I got the osprey 26+6 for traveling but have wound up using it basically any time I want to bring my laptop somewhere."
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"My wife has the Osprey Sirrus 24 and really likes it."
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"I have the Osprey Tempest 20 that I use for day hikes."
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#2

Matador

4.6
(21)
"I’ve since moved on and now only use the Matador Beast 28L both for travel daypack and for local hiking."
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"You absolutely need to check out the Matador Refraction."
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"I own both the Matador Beast 18 and 28. Find them both very comfortable."
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"I use the Matador Refraction and love it, even though it’s unstructured."
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"I’m a big fan of Matador. I carry the FreeRain as my packable daypack."
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"Its outstanding."
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"Just finished my 2 week Europe trip and have really liked my Matador Freefly16."
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"I’m traveling now with a Matador Freefly16 Packable Backpack and it’s great."
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"Echoing a matador beast. The best packable daypack out there."
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"I have the matador beast 18 and it lays flat pretty well in my tortuga travel 40L."
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#3

Mystery Ranch

4.3
(20)
"I got the Mystery Ranch Coulee 30L. 5'1. Took a bit to adjust to a well fitting backpack."
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"Mystery Ranch Scree. Adjustable yoke for torso length."
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"If durability and sizing are paramount, look at Mystery Ranch packs."
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"I have the Scree 32 and it is both - I would recommend going with the Scree/Bridger/Coulee lines."
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"I just got my wife and I Mystery Ranch Coulee 20 hiking bags to use for hiking."
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"The leading contender for me is the Mystery Ranch Skyline 17."
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"I have a 19L Mystery Ranch day pack and I love it."
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"What you are looking for is called the 'In and Out' by Mystery Ranch."
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"A Mystery Ranch Scree is 32L and can carry quite a bit."
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"The MR in and out is nice for this."
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#4

REI

4.4
(14)
"Best daypack for me is the REI Flash 18L."
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"You could try the REI Flash 18 or 22."
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"Check out the REI Trail 40. I used it last summer for a 9 day hut to hut."
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"Rei flash 22 its minimal enough you can pack it into the farpoint when not in use, but also capable for a 3 day trek."
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"Three other options to consider. REI Flash, Gregory Nano, Camelback Rim Runner."
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"It's the perfect size for packing all the necessities."
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"REI Flash 18 or REI Flash 22."
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"Or the REI flashpack 18L."
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"If you want budget friendly the REI Traverse 32 has a lot of features for the price."
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"REI Trail 25."
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#5

Decathlon

4.4
(10)
"Check out Decathlon. The Quechua NH Escape 500 16L would work well for your use case."
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"The 10L bags they have are lovely. Also they’re only about $10 or so maximum."
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"I really rate their packable bags."
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"If you really want a small one?"
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"DECATHLON has indeed got your back! QUECHUA MH500 - 20L."
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"Has survived some tough trips and it even came with a rain cover."
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"Decathlon do a 20l which is a knockoff of osprey. range of colours, 2 sizes (</>170cm) and half the price of the osprey for pretty much the same pack."
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"My wife and I have been using two simple and cheap Decathlon 10L backpacks."
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"Get a cheap 5-10l that rolls up from decathalon."
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"A budget priced one to consider is the Decathlon Quechua NH500 Escape Rolltop 23L, however it is out of stock in the USA at the moment."
#6

Gregory

4.7
(9)
"Have a look at the Gregory Jade."
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"Gregory Zulu 24 or 30. Your needs fit the 30."
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"Gregory makes great packs and they have a bunch that are made to fit bigger people."
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"Gregory, Osprey, and REI are pretty great brands."
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"Gregory makes excellent plus sized packs."
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"I suggest checking out Gregory packs, they’re insanely comfortable and have good ergonomics imo."
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"I have the Gregory Maya and that works for me as a fellow short person."
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"I like my Gregory nano 18 a bunch. Feels light on the back and is light overall."
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"The Gregory Miwok 24 is a nice alternative to the Talon and is my go to hiking pack."
#7

Eddie Bauer

4.4
(7)
"I use this on my fishing trips in the mountains, super lightweight and packs into a pouch."
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"I have the Eddie Bauer stowaway 20L & 30L and I absolutely love it."
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"Excels at function and comfort for a packable day pack."
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"I love the Eddie Bauer."
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"The often on sale Eddie Bauer Stowaway is the way to go."
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"Eddie Bauer Stowaway."
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"I got the Eddie Bauer Stowaway 30L on sale for $15."
#8

Evergoods

4.8
(6)
"I just got an Evergoods MPL22 and it's pretty nice."
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"Evergoods PLC 20!"
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"It’s my favourite purchase this year."
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"Especially when hauling kids stuff."
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"Has fit the bill for me."
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"Just picked up the Evergoods CTB26 for exactly this."
#9

Cotopaxi

4.3
(6)
"I’ve been traveling with a Cotopaxi Batac 16 as my packed day bag for several years now."
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"Check out the Cotopaxi Batac 16L and 24L"
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"Cotopaxi Allpa 35L about 2/3 packed."
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"I am eyeballing a Cotopaxi Batac 16."
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"Maybe: https://www.cotopaxi.com/products/luzon-18l-daypack-del-dia."
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"I stuff a Cotopaxi batac 16 liter in my MLC."
#10

Aer

4.0
(6)
"Aer Go Pack 2 gets a lot of love from people who have the same problems you do."
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"The Aer go pack 2 is perfect for this."
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"You could check out the Aer Go Pack, I've heard it's quite comfortable for a packable day pack."
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"I recently got the Aer Go Pack 2 and used it on a weeklong trip."
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"When using an Aer travel pack 3 (35L) or something similar it isn't really useful as a daypack."
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"Given that Aer is all about features, optimization (almost over designed)..."
#11

Deuter

4.2
(5)
"I love my Deuter 28L daypack."
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"Over the years I've gradually transitioned to all deuter packs."
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"I have a 28L Deuter daypack."
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"The Deuter Speed Lite series and Osprey Daylite series come to mind there."
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"I used to bring a Deuter Speed lite with me as a day pack (great light packs)."
#12

Fjallraven

4.0
(5)
"The Fjallraven High Coast Tote Pack would work for your use case."
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"I like my Kanken, got the more padded sleeves and a chest strap too to make it tolerable for a whole day."
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"I read that Fjallraven Ulvo 23 is a bit smaller than it says, more like 20 liters, so just be aware of that."
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"I have the fjallraven high coast tote pack."
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"Fjallraven has practically none to speak of."
#13

GoRuck

4.8
(4)
"I formally used a GoRuck Bullet 15L as my personal carry on and as my daypack when traveling overseas."
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"I travel to Europe with a GR2 34L and with a GoRuck Bullet 16L as my personal carryon for items I want quick access to during flight and then used as my daypack while there."
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"Xpac bullet 15l is the GOAT travel daypack."
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"Check out reviews of the M23. I got the blue ripstop version currently on sale and it's a pretty sweet bag."
#14

Patagonia

4.5
(4)
"Has been my go-to for about a decade."
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"A great bag. Holds lots."
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"It packs down small and is a decent pack."
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"I love the Patagonia Tamangito backpack for similar purposes."
#15

Sea to Summit

4.3
(4)
"I highly recommend the Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Packable Daypack."
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"Just bought the Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Ultralight Day Pack."
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"If it’s just a warm layer, water and first aid, then it’s worth just getting an UL pack like the Sea to Summit Ultra-SIL."
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"I wound up taking a different approach: I used a 13L sea-to-summit dry bag."
#16

Tom Bihn

4.7
(3)
"Tom Bihn side kick is perfect for me I can pack whatever I need for a day in there."
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"I using it as my EDC time to time with matador laptop case."
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"I’d go with a lighter bag honestly."
#17

Gossamer Gear

4.3
(3)
"I love my Gossamer Gear Vagabond Jet."
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"Maybe look at some of the Gossamer Gear packs, like the minimalist 19?"
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"Gossamer Gear Fast Kumo. Built for fast pace, trail running style if hiking."
#18

Able Carry

4.5
(2)
"It’s one of my favorite packs for edc. Looks like the v2 is the only one available now."
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"I don't own this specific bag but have the Daily Plus and have really been enjoying it."
#19

Bellroy

4.0
(2)
"I’ve found the bellroy lite ready pack and the aer go pack to fit th"
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"I use a Bellroy Lite Daypack."
#20

Nomatic

4.0
(2)
"I have a packable 6L sling bag from Nomatic."
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"Nomatic has a packable backpack and Wandrd has a one as well."
#21

Black Diamond

4.0
(2)
"I love my Black Diamond Distance 8."
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"Black Diamond Distance 15 or 22."
#22

Lululemon

4.0
(2)
"It comfortably fits 500ml bottles standing up."
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"I've used the same Lululemon Go Your Om Way crossbody bag for years."
#23

Alpkit

3.5
(2)
"Half the price, half the weight, all the same features and has a DWR coating."
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"I like the Alpkit Artlu."
#24

Remote Equipments

5.0
(1)
"Check out Remote Equipments Alpha 31. It works great from 15L up to over 30L."
#25

Venture Pal

5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend the Venture Pal 40L packable backpack! It’s the BEST packable bag I’ve ever had."
#26

Wandrd

5.0
(1)
"Wandrd Veer has been my go-to."
#27

Quicksilver

5.0
(1)
"My beloved has one of their bags from 15 years ago and it's still going strong."
#28

Flowfold

5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend the Flowfold Optimist! Comes in either a 10L or 18L."
#29

Waymark

5.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Waymark Mile 28L. It's a 16oz pack, main body is 22L."
#30

Haley Strategic

5.0
(1)
"Zips up super thin, expands far, durable materials."
#31

Jansport

5.0
(1)
"It's got several well designed pockets and is great for organization."
#32

Beast

5.0
(1)
"I love the structure of the Beast with its frame, it is very comfortable."
#33

Western Rise

5.0
(1)
"The new 15L packable rolltop from Western Rise Kickstarter looks exactly like what you’re looking for."
#34

Atom Sling

5.0
(1)
"I've had the atom sling for over 10 years."
#35

Salomon

5.0
(1)
"For running, you want a vest. The Salomon ones are by far my favourites."
#36

Hill People Gear

5.0
(1)
"Most comfortable packs I've ever used."
#37

ILE

5.0
(1)
"I really love my ILE Radius (21L)"
#38

YNOT

5.0
(1)
"They’re the greatest packable bag ever made."
#39

Roka

4.0
(1)
"Try the Roka Pro Vent."
#40

Excellent Elite Spanker

4.0
(1)
"Excellent Elite Spanker Outdoor Hydration Backpack is only $52 on Amazon."
#41

Greenroom136

4.0
(1)
"Greenroom136: Northseeker20, or 25."
#42

Marmot

4.0
(1)
"I pack a Marmot Kompressor 18L pack that can hold enough for the both of us for a day of walking/hiking."
#43

Away

4.0
(1)
"The Away F.A.R. Backpack. Its a little different from daypacks from outdoor outfitters, as its more from the travel lens."
#44

Krydex

4.0
(1)
"Krydex expandable backpack, it’s a knock off of haley strategic’s flatpack and pretty damn good for $50."
#45

Eberlestock

4.0
(1)
"My dad pack for trips and hiking is the Eberlestock Bandit. Slim, expandable water bottle holders, and very comfy."
#46

Jack Wolfskin

4.0
(1)
"I ended up going with Jack Wolfskin Athmos Shape 16, which ticked all of my boxes except the bungee cords."
#47

Venture Surplus

4.0
(1)
"Venture surplus has a couple different 3 day packs and a radio pack for cheap."
#48

Mil-Tec

4.0
(1)
"Mil-Tec 25L bag has been my EDC for 3 years now."
#49

Vaude

4.0
(1)
"Maybe the Vaude Wizard 24+4?"
#50

Dakine

4.0
(1)
"Dakine makes good waistpacks."
#51

LL Bean

4.0
(1)
"Take a look at the LL Bean stowaway day pack. It’s not the most compact option, but it weighs 14 oz."
#52

Arc'teryx

4.0
(1)
"Check out the Arc’teryx Mantis 16."
#53

Mountainsmith

4.0
(1)
"My wife can get a huge amount of stuff into hers for day hikes."
#54

Fjällräven

4.0
(1)
"Fjällräven high coast tote pack."
#55

KUIU

4.0
(1)
"KUIU Divide or Venture Divide might work well."
#56

Topo

4.0
(1)
"I like the Topo daypack."
#57

Ablecarry

4.0
(1)
"Check out the ablecarry daybreaker 2."
#58

Timbuk2

4.0
(1)
"I like the Timbuk2 Command backpack."
#59

Goruck

4.0
(1)
"Goruck Bullet dyneema is under 1lb I think."
#60

North Face

4.0
(1)
"I use the north face borealis."
#61

Waterfield Designs

4.0
(1)
"The Waterfield Designs Bolt backpack has been recommended a lot."
#62

Ultimate Direction

4.0
(1)
"The Ultimate Direction Blazek 15 is a great daypack."
#63

HikPro

4.0
(1)
"The HikPro 20L on Amazon has served me well for years."
#64

GR1

4.0
(1)
"For your use case I'd say the GR1 21L works great."
#65

Tasmanian Tiger

4.0
(1)
"I like Tasmanian Tiger. They make good gear for good price."
#66

Karrimor SF

4.0
(1)
"Take a look at the daypacks from Karrimor SF."
#67

Shape Charge

4.0
(1)
"I will recommend the shape charge."
#68

Longchamp

4.0
(1)
"Fashion + lightweight + foldable = Le Pliage."
#69

Pacsafe

4.0
(1)
"I used a Pacsafe Go Crossbody bag on my most recent trip to Europe."
#70

Sherpani

4.0
(1)
"Sherpani Camden is another bag that’s comfortable and convertible."
#71

ULA

4.0
(1)
"It might be worth a call to ULA to see if you can special order an Atlas."
#72

RAB

4.0
(1)
"Maybe you should look for a RAB AEON ULTRA 28?"
#73

Raven

4.0
(1)
"The latter having more clamshell and dedicated laptop access."
#74

Naturehike

4.0
(1)
"I have a Naturehike 18L and an Osprey UL Stuff Pack 18L."
#75

Incase

3.0
(1)
"Have you looked at incase? Even herschel? Urth?"
#76

Herschel

3.0
(1)
"Even herschel?"
#77

Drawstring

3.0
(1)
"Just want to throw it out there that a simple drawstring bag has served me well."
#78

Amazon

3.0
(1)
"I ended up getting a simple Daypack on Amazon."

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