Check out the team’s reviews of luggage, backpacks, and practical travel gadgets based on real-world experiences with our own travel gear.
Herschel’s modern take on the rucksack that prioritizes form over function. Herschel knows a thing or two about making stylish bags. Every bag they produce is meticulously designed to look and feel great. The white Herschel Supply Co. tag that adorns all of their bags announces to the world that its wearer cares a great …
A modern duffel bag made of recycled materials for the traveler who appreciates functionality without the fluff. Millican produces their Miles The Duffle Bag in two separate sizes: a smaller 28L bag and a larger 40L bag (both of which are spec’d to be carry-on compliant). This bag is simple & straightforward: one cavernous interior …
Ask any airline employee for a carry-on bag recommendation and you are bound to be told to avoid one specific type of bag: hard-sided wheeled luggage. Airline employees are all too familiar with stories of broken wheels and cracked plastic from cheaply made hard-sided luggage. These bags are often built with thin polycarbonate material that …
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eBags refreshed their Professional Weekender bag and renamed it the Pro Slim Weekender in 2019. I have been a fan of eBags for a while: they produce quality bags at approachable prices for travelers who just want to get out into the world. We reviewed the Pro Slim Weekender after taking it on our October …
Small hiking daypacks offer travelers a pint-sized option for when a larger backpack seems like overkill. The Osprey Tempest 9 hiking backpack aims to fill that role with a feature-packed bag. Who would have thought that you could pack so many features into such a little bag? After surviving the Camino de Fatima(a multi-day trek …
The OGIO Metro backpack is a staple of the business traveler. I see this bag adorn the shoulders of many frequent flyers with their company’s logo embroidered on the front, and for good reason: it is a durable laptop backpack that has a ton of internal organization. The Metro is well-made and is comfortable on …
I was first introduced to Topo Designs while browsing the r/onebag subreddit, and their American-made Y-Pack is one of the simplest (and most wallet-friendly) that they produce. With a simple construction and vintage-inspired design, Topo Designs makes their bags stand out with unique colorways and built-to-last materials. The Y-Pack is no exception. Topo Designs has …
The eBags Mother Lode Duffel bag offers travelers ample internal organization in a small footprint that fits under most airline seats. If you are looking for a small duffel bag for overnight trips, or a purpose-built personal item to complement your carry-on bag, the Mother Lode Duffel may be for you. The sub-$50 price tag …
The Bellroy Classic Backpack is a 20L backpack that was designed with the urban adventurer in mind. This stylish backpack boasts high-quality materials and a modern design that exudes sophistication without screaming for attention. While the price tag is a shocker, I fell in love with this backpack as soon as I saw it up …
Wow. I felt like a kid on Christmas morning as I pulled a silver Topo Designs Mountain Pack out of the box. On initial review, this 36.8L backpack has every feature I look for in carry-on bag: an easy-access laptop sleeve, sturdy harness system, cinch straps, bottle holders, exterior attachment points that actually make sense, …
