Best small bag on Reddit
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#1
Peak Design
4.5
(11)
"I have been using the peak design sling 3l for years."
"I’m a huge fan of the Peak Design slings."
"Peak Design 3L sling is perfect size"
"Peak Design 3L Sling!"
"I recommend the Peak Design 3L Sling."
"Check out the Peak Design Field pouch?"
"I use the peak design 6L Sling. I had the 3L first, it was too small for my needs."
"I actually just bought the Peak Design Sling 3L in order to use it with my Q2."
"A bit late on this one but I have a peak design sling that officially is a camera bag but could be outfitted for everyday."
"I bought the peak design sling 3l today."
#2
Aer
4.6
(7)
"Expensive but amazing"
"The Aer City sling, Day sling and Day sling max are all good and have a grab handle."
"I have the Aer City Sling and love it!"
"Check out the aer line of bags...the city sling in particular is good for concerts."
"If you're already familiar with Aer, should also check out City Pack."
"But if you like Aer what about their City Pack Pro."
"But if you like Aer what about their Pro Pack."
#3
Gucci
4.8
(4)
"Gucci I have the same, it fits with everything."
"I’d recommend the Gucci. I’ve had it for years."
"The Felice one will match night out and casual outfits, I have the same one and I love how it can match different styles."
"I am recommending Gucci. If I am not mistaken, the dimension is bigger and it fits more."
#4
Tom Bihn
4.8
(4)
"Tom Bihn side kick has been all over the world with me and I carry about the same in it sometimes even a 16oz Nalgene"
"I have been using their Medium Cafe Bag and it has held up in Indian Monsoons."
"I love the Tom Bihn Cafe bags and have used them for years and years!"
"Some suggestions: Tom Bihn Synik 22"
#5
Domke
5.0
(3)
"Been lugging around a Domke F-5xb for about 5 years now."
"Domke F-5XB is a great small bag."
"I use the Domke f-5xb and it’s great."
#6
Timbuk2
5.0
(3)
"Timbuk2 small messenger bag. That is what I use to carry camera, iPad, water bottle, earbuds, snacks and other essentials."
"Timbuk2 Classic Messenger in your size. You can get them with all different fabrics."
"Timbuk2 extra small or small messenger bag. They go down to 9l in size and have a top handle"
#7
Pacsafe
5.0
(3)
"It did. I did. I’m now on my third iPad Mini and second such bag."
"I recommend getting the Pacsafe bags especially the Metrosafe LS100 , metrosafe X, Vibe 100, and Metrosafe LS120."
"I've got the PakSafe bag and its a wonderful item."
#8
Wotancraft
4.7
(3)
"Wotancraft Pilot 3.5L is a great option."
"The Wotancraft Pilot 3.5L holds the system perfectly and is very well made."
"Wotancraft 7l “Pilot” has a handle."
#9
Billingham
4.7
(3)
"I got the Billingham Hadley small on that auction site… easily fits the 6 with a 75mm."
"Billingham Hadley Small fits a Leica M and TLR perfectly."
"I use one of these."
#10
Alpaka
4.3
(3)
"It was designed for the ipad mini 6. Thank me later"
"I’ve been enjoying my Alpaka Metro Backpack I got recently."
"I enjoy Alpaka’s elements tech case."
#11
Greenroom136
5.0
(2)
"Greenroom136 slingshifter is my go to for similar use case."
"This is the best bag I’ve found, and I’ve tried a ton."
#12
Code of Bell
4.5
(2)
"I’d highly recommend the X-Pod by Code of Bell. One of my favorites."
"Code of Bell X-Pod?"
#13
Ona
4.5
(2)
"I’ve used an Ona Bowery and a small Bellingham Hadley. Loved them both."
"I personally am an Ona Bowery guy."
#14
Instinct
4.5
(2)
"Really like it for my x100v."
"Really like it for my x100v. I've tried lots of different slings."
#15
Patagonia
4.5
(2)
"It’s perfect for a body and 1-2 lenses, plus film."
"Patagonia Atom Sling 8"
#16
Think Tank
4.5
(2)
"A small Think Tank Retrospective is really good."
"I like the ThinkTank Turnstyle 10 for my X-T20 and a couple of lenses."
#17
Polène
4.5
(2)
"If you want something stylish go for Polène Cyme Mini :) "
"Anyone can share the experience with Polene bags? Are they durable?"
#18
Chrome
4.0
(2)
"Chrome kadet mini.. 5l but great size to travel around for a longer day out."
"I went with a Chome Kadet sling and I love it."
#19
Aer Slings
5.0
(1)
"Check out aer’s slings."
#20
Alpaka Flight Sling
5.0
(1)
"Lies nearly flat when empty, but can hold up to 2L of stuff."
#21
Coussin
5.0
(1)
"I just got a Coussin BB... and I love it!"
#22
Frost River Archaeologist Satchel
5.0
(1)
"I recently picked up a frost river bag. I found the aesthetic worked really well."
#23
Crumpler Day by Day
5.0
(1)
"Is low profile but big enough to carry more."
#24
Leatherology
5.0
(1)
"Have you looked at leatherology?"
#25
Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis
5.0
(1)
"Yes, Pochette Metis. I have two and love them. My favourite travel companion."
#26
Gucci Disco Bag
5.0
(1)
"I’m beginning to lean toward my Gucci disco, it’s such a great bag! And more discreet."
#27
Topologie Medium Sacoche Bag
5.0
(1)
"I've found their medium sacoche bag will fit a standard TN and other bits."
#28
Patagonia Atom Sling Bag
5.0
(1)
"I love this one: https://www.patagonia.com/product/atom-sling-bag-8-liters/48262.html?dwvar_48262_color=EVMA&cgid=luggage"
#29
Aer Go Pack 2
5.0
(1)
"[Aer Go Pack 2](https://www.aersf.com/go-pack-2-black) is by far my favorite light EDC backpack."
#30
Timbuk2 Vapor Crossbody
5.0
(1)
"Timbuk2 Vapor Crossbody is perfect."
#31
Moment MTW Fanny Sling 2L
5.0
(1)
"Using the Moment MTW Fanny Sling 2L. Love the compartments and the microfiber interior."
#32
Aer City Sling 2
5.0
(1)
"If you want a small sling bag, check out the Aer City Sling 2."
#33
Smokey Mountain Mini Saddlebags
5.0
(1)
"These Smokey Mountain Saddlebags Mini saddlebags work well."
#34
Yamato Budogu Mini Shobu Design Bag
5.0
(1)
"I use something like this: https://www.yamatobudogu.com/collections/kendo-accessories-personal-bags/products/mini-shobu-design-bag"
#35
Fossil Sydney Satchel
5.0
(1)
"It's a black hole. I can fit my TN, pencase, kindle, wallet... it's my everyday beater."
#36
North Face Mini Basecamp Duffel
5.0
(1)
"I use a northface mini basecamp duffel, tiny sized and sturdy."
#37
Matador
5.0
(1)
"Try to find a used Matador edx sling. It’s rainproof and basically checks all your boxes."
#38
ROKA
5.0
(1)
"I have a ROKA Willesden B which is my go-to small bag especially when travelling."
#39
Arcteryx
5.0
(1)
"I bought an Arctery’x Mantis 2 cross body, and I carry it EVERY day."
#40
Topeak
5.0
(1)
"I've been using the topeak trunk bag with zip up panniers for the last 10 years. Have held up well and very flexible."
#41
Cotopaxi
5.0
(1)
"I love my Cotopaxi Alpa X 3L hip pack. I’ve travelled extensively with it in inclement weather."
#42
Kavu
5.0
(1)
"Kavu bags >>>>> all other bags."
#43
Tom Bihn Side Kick
5.0
(1)
"It fit my daily necessities as well as my standard tn."
#44
Maika Commuter Bag
5.0
(1)
"I also have this Maika Commuter bag and love it."
#45
Wandrd
5.0
(1)
"Wandrd roam sling is pretty great and comes in 3 sizes"
#46
Bravo Company
5.0
(1)
"Might check out Bravo Company. Their Kilo Block I bag might work pretty good for what you need. I’ve had their camera bag for a few years and it’s been great, really high quality."
#47
ALPAKA Gear
5.0
(1)
"I have one of these and it works out great."
#48
Baggu Medium Crescent
5.0
(1)
"I used a Baggu medium crescent to carry my regular TN."
#49
Radley London
4.0
(1)
"Other ideas"
#50
Penelope Atelier
4.0
(1)
"I haven’t tried it but Penelope Atelier is a brand I see pop up."
#51
Rickshaw Bags
4.0
(1)
"You can try Rickshaw Bags."
#52
REI Co-op Ditty Sack Set
4.0
(1)
"I've got dozens of them to organize things while traveling."
#53
YSL
4.0
(1)
"This YSL one can easily pass as a clutch haha"
#54
Tomtoc
4.0
(1)
"Check out the Tomtoc T13. It is a cheap alternative to what they have already recommended above."
#55
Trakke
4.0
(1)
"I am in love with their Storr 20L."
#56
tomtoc
4.0
(1)
"Look into tomtoc slings. Good price and fits all those things."
#57
Fjallraven
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Fjallraven Raven 20"
#58
Rogue Panda
4.0
(1)
"The Oracle down tube bag might be perfect, from Rogue Panda."
#59
National Geographic
4.0
(1)
"Fits the camera, 2 extra batteries. Easy to slide camera in and out."
#60
Lowepro
4.0
(1)
"My choice https://www.lowepro.com/us-en/m-trekker-hp-120-charcoal-grey-lp37160-pww/"
#61
Notabag
4.0
(1)
"Our friends at Notabag produced a pretty nice and simple duffel that has a separate shoe compartment."
#62
Go Ruck
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Go Ruck Dual Bullet 16/18"
#63
Mystery Ranch
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Mystery Ranch District 18"
#64
Able Carry
4.0
(1)
"Some suggestions: Able Carry Daily Plus"
#65
Basil
4.0
(1)
"The Basil in particular is well suited to packing extra layers because it's wider and opens up nicely."
#66
Eastpak
4.0
(1)
"Eastpak The One fits an A5 notebook I believe, not sure about the travellers notebook."
#67
DD
4.0
(1)
"I use a DD Soldier. It's a shoulder strap carry."
#68
Unsettle.co
4.0
(1)
"Check out the rush hour sling bag by unsettle.co"
#69
WANDRD
4.0
(1)
"I'll take my 6-liter Rogue whenever it's big enough for what I need."
#70
Orlimar
4.0
(1)
"This is the leanest (just one small pocket for keys etc) I’ve seen. Pretty durable."
#71
OGIO
4.0
(1)
"It’s small and only fits iPad mini + cards:keys, but the iPad is very protected."
#72
Greenroom 136
4.0
(1)
"Greenroom 136 Metromonger. Might not be quite what you’re after."
#73
Delphonics
4.0
(1)
"I have a medium Delphonics pouch that I've attached a strap to, exactly for this!"
#74
Chrome Industries
4.0
(1)
"I just use my chrome industries kadet sling. i keep 2 batteries, iphone sd card reader, phone, keys, wallet, and a bottle of water in there."
#75
Fjällräven
4.0
(1)
"This my go to bag I use for everyday carry."
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