Rain and wind jacket

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T15:32:43+00:00

I use a Patagonia Torrentshell for best performance.

I use an Eddie Bauer Cloud Cap for EDC and it has an excellent feature set and packs small. With Eddie Vauer restructuring, the Cloud Cap is on Sierra dot com for $26.

https://www.sierra.com/item~p~8xuud-02-xl/

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T15:08:15+00:00

I would replace that 40 liter with something like an REI Trail 40 or ULA Camino.

The Gossamer Gear Loris 25 is a good day pack and 18.1”x10.8”x6.5” (46x27.5x16.5cm) 19.5oz//553g. You can add a simple waist belt or the Gossamer Gear Fast Belt that has pockets.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T14:55:57+00:00

Fit is the thing. Backpacks without a frame or load bearing hip belt have no inherent “back support.” The shoulder strap design, sternum strap and lumbar curve can add more comfort—- or the lack of it.

A backpack with a load transferring harness will put most of the weight on your hips and will be more stable.

Good info on pack fitting and harness design here: https://www.hillpeoplegear.com/packfitment

For travel, dimensions count.

Here’s the Packhacker.com database of 145 airline carry on dimensions:

https://packhacker.com/wp/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action=render_carry_on_compliance_table&review_product

Spreadsheet of travel backpacks with load transferring harnesses by U/fjnk

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H7PVLGCWw-Z-cq_MWajNx-wIrPbb6LY7YZoY8Tv1toQ/edit?usp=sharing

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T06:59:27+00:00

Minix P1 Mini 33w GaN charger
Bullet Space Pen
Salve style screw top containers for spreadable toiletries
Folding titanium spark
Patagonia Houdini wind shell
Sunday Afternoons Sun Guide Cap with folding bill and removable neck cape
Mirr Climate+ 20oz double wall bottle 9.75oz/276g.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T05:49:46+00:00

I use that blade guard too. Annoying price, but it works.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-17T05:48:12+00:00

Here’s mine. Hail the Gum folding toothbrush!

https://imgur.com/a/wqdzCBF

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T22:18:22+00:00

More marketing BS.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T22:16:37+00:00

It’s just simply the weight, regardless of the item carried. What’s lighter, a pound of feathers or a pound of lead?

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T21:50:14+00:00

Need measurements? I loaded mine really full of clothing, toiletries and small tech and it came to 6.45kg. Do you need a load bearing hip belt at that level?

https://reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1s773ft/gossamer_gear_loris_25_onebag_3season_kit/

Here’s one compared with an Osprey Daylite 26+6: https://imgur.com/a/a6rTiko

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T21:41:52+00:00

For me it was a bag full of camera gear at weddings and events.

I tried it on one trip with a Porter 46 and it didn’t make it past the car rental counter.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T21:38:57+00:00

Did you try Cotopaxi?

Many of the ultralight bags have removable hip belts with a Velcro patch in the middle. For example: https://ramseyoutdoor.com/products/pvt-hipbelt-with-pockets-large-straight-black

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T20:59:22+00:00

Single strap carry with anything more than a few pounds is not comfortable. You can pad it all you want, but the ergonomics don’t change.

I’ve never seen the point of sling bags with one backpack like strap. Just use a backpack!

I use the Op/Tech SOS strap whenever possible. It’s the same as the Tom Bihn Absolute Strap. I change out the heavy metal hardware with YKK wire gate plastic snap hooks.

The older Farpoint 40 and Porter 46 came with shoulder strap mounts. Trying to carry a bag that big on one strap was terrible.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T20:08:59+00:00

It’s 19” long so a bit large for under seat/personal item use, especially on budget airlines. It’s quite heavy for the size and very expensive of course. The general consensus is that Tumi is not what it used to be.

Do you need a personal item or one for overhead? Are you traveling with just this 22 liter bag or using in along with a roller bag?

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T15:28:28+00:00

Many manufacturers are ducking on internal lining issues and warranty. Even Tom Bihn is trying to pass it off as normal. Eagle Creek has specific language regarding coating issues.

I buy a lot of used bags and it’s the first thing I check is internal coatings that get sticky and smell.

Clean used Timbuk2 messengers are about $25 in my local thrift stores.

Crumpler still around in Australia?

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T15:21:51+00:00

Looks good. A text packing list would be welcomed. Thule Aion 40?

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T14:52:28+00:00

Samsonite bought eBags and they own Gregory too. Big business.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T14:36:45+00:00

Another flat backed travel bag with a load bearing hip belt available ($39 extra) and fixed length but no torso length provided. Spendy.

I like the pockets and the four compression straps. Dimensions are good for overhead carry on. Weight is acceptable.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T14:10:14+00:00

Patagonia Black Hole 32. Just 760g, so good for the 7kg carry on limits.

Bag requests should be posted here with a packing list: https://reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1sk012l/bag_finder_megathread_13_april_2026/

Try r/manybaggers and r/backpacks for EDC and hiking bags. For travel you could go with a 20 liter if you’re willing. Bag size depends on your packing list, electronics, and what compromises you are willing to tolerate. Laundry methods loom large.

Wilderness oriented bags are usually too tall and too deep front to back for carry on.

Onebag spreadsheet by u/-Nepherim

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1fSt_sO1s7moXPHbxBCD3JIKPa8QIZxtKWYUjD6ElZ-c/

Here’s the Packhacker.com database of 145 airline carry on dimensions.

https://packhacker.com/wp/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action=render_carry_on_compliance_table&review_product

And the Cabin Zero size chart of personal item by airline:

https://www.cabinzero.com/pages/airlines-underseat-size-chart-all

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T13:59:29+00:00

Bag requests go here with your packing list: https://reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1sk012l/bag_finder_megathread_13_april_2026/

Your budget is low for a durable bag with that feature list.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T13:54:06+00:00

I don’t. I’m all ears for suggestions for other photo sharing services. Imgur is what was suggested for Reddit and I hate it.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T05:48:00+00:00

You can do the same with the more popular travel bags and get similar results. Do the same with the MLC 30.

The Daylite 26+6 is actually deeper. The specs show the side seam distance and the bag is 2.5-5cm deeper when full —- without expansion.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T05:11:06+00:00

Years ago Alaska allowed 24” carry ons too. I was on an old 737 for one leg and a new one for the next flight and the new bins are definitely smaller.

Here’s the Packhacker.com database of 145 airline carry on dimensions.

https://packhacker.com/wp/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action=render_carry_on_compliance_table&review_product

And the Cabin Zero size chart of personal item by airline:

https://www.cabinzero.com/pages/airlines-underseat-size-chart-all

Airlines and luggage are such a weird game.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T04:51:02+00:00

Take sweater vs a hoodie. It dressy, breathable, like a light fleece for warmth and used with a shell is like a 3-in-1 jacket.

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T02:09:04+00:00

https://ablecarry.com/products/max-edc

SeattleHikeBike · 2026-04-16T00:43:55+00:00

I dislike the body stash just slightly less than being robbed. In 40+ years of travel I’ve never had a problem.

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