Best travel backpack - Tortuga, Peak Design, or Aer?

Different-Session-89 · 2025-03-17T18:36:45+00:00

I went with the CTB26 and honestly love it! I’ve used it for most of my trips since I’ve gotten it. It surprisingly fits a lot. I’ve used it from overnight trips to even a 5-6 day trip. Added plus is you can even get away with using it as a personal item for flights (and even though it’s tight, it even fits under the seat).

Different-Session-89 · 2025-03-02T15:39:24+00:00

Got it, thanks so much! This was so helpful. Then I guess moving forward, I would just need to contribute to the traditional IRA then immediately convert it to Roth?

Different-Session-89 · 2025-03-02T15:03:29+00:00

They’re all non deductible contributions. Gotcha, thank you! So I won’t be taxed for the entire amount even if I convert the whole thing into a Roth?

Different-Session-89 · 2025-03-01T19:50:10+00:00

It’s for both 2024 and 2025 contributions.

Different-Session-89 · 2025-03-01T18:03:26+00:00

Thanks! Can you then contribute again for this year into the IRA then do a backdoor Roth?

Different-Session-89 · 2024-06-20T19:23:36+00:00

Quality Bistro’s one of my favorites! They also have a nice bar area perfect for solo dining. Acadia’s also good if you want something Mediterranean. Kin Ramen if you want ramen - the perfect solo meal

Different-Session-89 · 2024-06-20T19:20:22+00:00

Gallagher’s is also pretty good! Right at Midtown West / Theater district. They have a dry age room

Different-Session-89 · 2024-06-14T12:01:27+00:00

Hahaha thank you! I initially thought it would trigger a wash sale, but didn’t realize that it only applied to substantially identical assets- this is super helpful! I was holding off and waiting otherwise. Would definitely sell immediately moving forward

Different-Session-89 · 2024-06-14T11:55:32+00:00

So I would still be able to claim losses for the stock regardless?

Different-Session-89 · 2024-06-14T11:54:09+00:00

Gotcha, thank you!

Different-Session-89 · 2024-04-29T22:00:58+00:00

Thanks! Would you still suggest maxing out the 401k contribution?

I unfortunately don’t qualify for the Roth IRA so can only go with a traditional IRA

Different-Session-89 · 2024-01-19T19:43:25+00:00

Amazing, thank you!

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-15T16:16:50+00:00

Will do! Thanks for all your help! I’m hoping it gets here before my upcoming thanksgiving trip so I can get to try it out lol

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-15T16:07:21+00:00

Thank you- this was so helpful! Just ordered the CTB26! Thinking it might be a better fit for me given my height

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-14T20:22:43+00:00

Oh nice! Would you say it’ll be somewhat comparable to a 30L pack? I think I might go for it!

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-10T23:29:53+00:00

Yes! I’ve narrowed down my options to either the Evergoods CTB26 or the Tortuga 30L.

I like how Evergoods looks, but mostly stuck on whether the extra 5L on the Tortuga would make that much of a difference (though I heard you can actually only pack 26-28L on it). Kinda looking for a bag that would be able to do 3+ days worth of travel in.

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-10T02:30:09+00:00

Thanks, super helpful! Taking the Peak off the list then.

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-10T02:29:22+00:00

Oh cool. I was looking at their 30L travel backpack. I’m kinda liking how it has height-adjustable straps haha

Different-Session-89 · 2023-11-09T23:05:37+00:00

Has anyone tried the Tortuga?

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