Luggage Bags and Packs
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Just went to Mexico for a week. We took our daughter's pack-and-play, so took a 110L Ortlieb dry duffel for some of her large items, but as for my personal stuff, I was able to fit all of my gear (a week's changes of clothes, laptop, chargers, giant battery, etx) into a 28L Defy Verbockel 2.0 X-Pac (thanks again @Graeme for the suggestion). I was able to lash a bulky iPad+childproof case using the outside handle and Cobra buckle strap that secures the rolltop.
Made for an excellent beach bag while there as well.
I am truly thrilled with the capabilities of that bag. Great, versatile bag for work, travel, cycling, biking, etc.
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@mclaincausey I'm glad that you're enjoying the Verkockel.
I've also got one of their Cargo Totes (albeit in Dyneema rather than X-Pac), and that's really good for just throwing a lot of gear in and taking it somewhere.
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Just picked up this Bradley Mountain bag at my local Buffalo Exchange yesterday for $30. Wasn't looking for a bag, but it caught my eye and I remembered hearing the name here.
Wants List:
IHSH-20 Blue, L-XL
IHSH-208-Indigo, L-XL
IHSH-254-Grey, L-XL
IHSW-45 Black, M
IHE-19 Indigo
IH-526V-XHS 25oz type III, 38 or 40
IH-526SV 21oz type III, 38 or 40 -
Any recommendations for a duffle bag, weekend size. Should handle being tied on the bike and thrown around. Has anyone the Filson duffle in use?
I had one, they’re plenty tough enough for that. Does it need to be waterproof?
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Thanks @Anesthetist waterproof is not necessary, but it should handle a short shower. I have a north face duffle since ages and it’s really tough and durable. I took it in the mountains climbing, on a boat, hundreds of trips but I look for something not so neopreney…
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Not sure @Dmart …I strictly stick to Ortlieb bags on my bike for the last ten years. But they are rubbery/plasticky feeling and looking on the outside. They sure are tough and easily handle being tightly strapped down with Rox Straps over the rear of the bike seat.
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ok madda faakas…
Well, this is about to start the journey from the Swedish wilderness to Oz.
Here's a sneak preview with my initials on the reindeer plaque. It has been a wonderful experience dealing with Jan at Bole - a true gentleman and we had many conversations on many topics we share an interest in.
Long live the Prince - this will not be shelf queen, but thoroughly used and eventually passed down to my daughter.
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That pack looks amazing @Jase68, and I'll be interested to see what you think of it when it arrives.
I wonder if I can convince Jan to change the delivery address to Benalla, rather than Perth.
I forgot about saboteurs 
But cheers mate, I will review when it arrives, but it will most likely just be a gush-fest where I try to justify my complete madness. -
Nothing too crazy but I found this Visvim market bag for 60% off so I couldnt turn it down. The fabric is a really light but tough herringbone, it should be a great carryall.
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Thanks @Anesthetist waterproof is not necessary, but it should handle a short shower. I have a north face duffle since ages and it’s really tough and durable. I took it in the mountains climbing, on a boat, hundreds of trips but I look for something not so neopreney…
I recommend https://trucedesigns.com
I have a ~40L Dyneema duffle that I've taken on many trips, even had to check it overseas once and it was fine.
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Thanks @Anesthetist waterproof is not necessary, but it should handle a short shower. I have a north face duffle since ages and it’s really tough and durable. I took it in the mountains climbing, on a boat, hundreds of trips but I look for something not so neopreney…
I recommend https://trucedesigns.com
I have a ~40L Dyneema duffle that I've taken on many trips, even had to check it overseas once and it was fine.
Thanks they look good. I will heck out though it seems like they are pretty busy currently.
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Looking to pick up a couple new bags. Was initially looking for new luggage suitcases, but I think I may be better off getting some duffels for all kinds of travel.
What say you about the Patagonia Black Hole series? Something similar that is better? Probably will get a 40L and maybe a 70L.
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I have Black Holes and like them a lot, but generally use my Ortliebs for any time I have to check luggage….
I was finally able to handle some Ortlieb bags at a bike shop and they feel pretty bomb proof. I love my SDR duffle but I can see getting a set of Ortlieb down the line.
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Dont know if I have said this before, but their full life guarantee is great. I bought one from a retailer in Germany, and blew the zip (my fault, I was a little over-optimistic about how much shit I could stuff in it). Despite not having a receipt, the UK importer swapped it for a new one, no questions asked (except what colour I would like
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Nothing too crazy but I found this Visvim market bag for 60% off so I couldnt turn it down. The fabric is a really light but tough herringbone, it should be a great carryall.
@Anesthetist where did you get it from?
