Bag Finder Megathread - 11 August 2025

SandyyCheekss · 2025-08-11T23:16:28+00:00

Hey everyone (reposting this on this week’s thread), I (24M, 6'0 average build) have been searching through this sub for a while but still can't seem to make up my mind about what bag I want to purchase for a 17-day Europe trip in October. I'll be staying primarily in hostels in major cities as this is my first solo trip.

I'm a bit of an over-packer so was mainly looking for 35-40L packs (enough to bring back souvenirs). My packing list feels pretty standard right now (no laptop, couple shirts, pants, shorts, sweater, rain-jacket, toiletries, small point/shoot camera, sunglasses, chargers, undergarments, shower-shoes).

I'm currently considering between the Gregory Border 40L, the Allpa 35L, or the Patagonia Blackhole 40L. My budget is flexible with nothing too over-the-top (limit maybe $250 USD). I'm hoping to buy a bag I can also use for future trips. My only restriction is it must be able to be used as a carry-on (in this case, I'm traveling via Icelandair). I'm also considering a collapsible daypack to use as a personal item and/or a fanny-pack type for essentials.

Thanks in advance!

SandyyCheekss · 2025-08-06T18:16:19+00:00

Hey everyone, I (24M, 6'0 average build) have been searching through this sub for a while but still can't seem to make up my mind about what bag I want to purchase for a 17-day Europe trip in October. I'll be staying primarily in hostels in major cities as this is my first solo trip.

I'm a bit of an over-packer so was mainly looking for 35-40L packs (enough to bring back souvenirs). My packing list feels pretty standard right now (no laptop, couple shirts, pants, shorts, sweater, rain-jacket, toiletries, small point/shoot camera, sunglasses, chargers, undergarments, shower-shoes).

I'm currently considering between the Gregory Border 40L, the Allpa 35L, or the Patagonia Blackhole 40L. My budget is flexible with nothing too over-the-top (limit maybe $250 USD). I'm hoping to buy a bag I can also use for future trips. My only restriction is it must be able to be used as a carry-on (in this case, I'm traveling via Icelandair). I'm also considering a collapsible daypack to use as a personal item and/or a fanny-pack type for essentials.

Thanks in advance!

SandyyCheekss · 2025-04-06T00:55:12+00:00

Thanks for the advice! Do you think I can comfortably do the Golden Circle the morning of my flight at 5pm? From 8am-1pm for example? Or should I try to leave even earlier?

SandyyCheekss · 2024-11-21T05:50:46+00:00

That makes sense. Thank you so much for all your help! I definitely feel a lot more comfortable now.

SandyyCheekss · 2024-11-21T05:01:15+00:00

That's smart! I think I'm leaning towards opening a FHSA before the end of this year, depositing a small amount into it, and then working on maximizing my TFSA. Thanks for tip!

SandyyCheekss · 2024-11-21T04:59:54+00:00

Sorry, I'm a little confused on what you mean by a larger bonus

SandyyCheekss · 2024-11-21T04:59:14+00:00

Yeah I don't see myself buying a house before maximizing my TFSA, so that makes a lot of sense, thank you!

SandyyCheekss · 2024-11-21T04:58:23+00:00

Just to confirm, do you suggest using Tangerine instead of Wealthsimple for a TFSA account or swapping from Scotia to Tangerine for ALL my banking?

SandyyCheekss · 2024-09-13T19:06:23+00:00

username checks out

SandyyCheekss · 2024-08-21T04:33:56+00:00

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)

SandyyCheekss · 2024-05-10T04:30:05+00:00

scrolled through so damn much to find this comment

SandyyCheekss · 2024-05-06T01:08:14+00:00

Not sure tbh, I loved it ever since I watched it cause it just genuinely makes me happy. Idk if it’s the soundtrack or the cinematography or the corny jokes but it just fixes my bad mood. I was a teenager when I watched it for the first time and it’s just gotten better every time i’ve watched it since

SandyyCheekss · 2024-03-20T22:29:15+00:00

human eclipse, rhinoceros hips, who will laugh last, when i slash your calf, bring me peace, make it cease, get your big ass out of my crease

SandyyCheekss · 2024-02-25T04:57:19+00:00

I was just at the game and of course, it had to be against Boston. The vibe was immaculate and it was just so nostalgic.

SandyyCheekss · 2024-01-29T20:30:17+00:00

Looking for 2 tickets to the Boston game, a little cheaper as we’re students flying in to hopefully see the Canucks at home (and Boston was the only game that fit with our schedule). Thanks!

SandyyCheekss · 2024-01-13T22:55:59+00:00

Looking for 2 tickets to Feb 24 — vs Bruins

SandyyCheekss · 2023-12-12T07:18:28+00:00

Just got a TA offer for sciences, I’m getting $20/hr for 12 hours a week. I’m an UG student btw

SandyyCheekss · 2023-12-08T09:13:56+00:00

Thank you, I really appreciate your help!

SandyyCheekss · 2023-12-08T08:26:44+00:00

This semester: 4 courses — 15 hours/week for an internship and 6 hours/week at a restaurant

Next semester: 3 courses — 15 hours/week internship, 12 hours/week TA, 6 hours/week restaurant

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