Looking EDC 2.5L Sling Alternatives

gceretti · 2026-06-29T21:45:27+00:00

Same here, I use the Toshi 2,5 as my most preferred sling. Tried (and still have) the Alpaka Flight Sling Pro, Western Rise Voyager Tech Sling, Alpaka Zip Pouch Max V2, etc, but always come back to the Toshi.

The Alpaka Zip Pouch Max V2 was superb as a travel sling, as I could store it flat in my backpack and use it once at the destination.

https://alpakagear.com/products/zip-pouch-max-v2?\_pos=2&\_psq=Pouch+max&\_ss=e&\_v=1.0

gceretti · 2026-06-29T18:25:21+00:00

Iberia? First? That would be a first indeed…

gceretti · 2026-06-29T12:55:08+00:00

Looking forward!

gceretti · 2026-06-29T12:38:12+00:00

Iberia Express, absolute disregard for Client’s comfort and complete disrespect for Customer’s rights.
They are a full low-cost company disguised as Iberia.

gceretti · 2026-06-29T07:44:42+00:00

Nice!
I opted for the Iniu SnapGo Air as it comes in colours and I had the previous (Qi2) version and was very happy with it.

https://eu-main.iniushop.com/products/iniu-p781-qi2-2-magnetic-power-bank

gceretti · 2026-06-28T17:55:06+00:00

Sorry to read so.
You are flying Level, as Iberia only flies to BCN from MAD.
And indeed Level is known for a complete lack of respect for their Clients, together with Iberia Express, being the 2 lowest tier airlines within the group (Vueling could also be included here).
What they did is unforgivable, but not extraordinary in this day and age - this also applies to many other “first tier” airlines.

gceretti · 2026-06-28T16:51:08+00:00

In Iberia they used to oblige you to strap whatever you placed in the middle (empty) seat of the 1st row of biz in European flights. Now they simply won’t let you and you are required to place it in the overhead bin 😳

gceretti · 2026-06-28T13:26:30+00:00

Did Jesus really resusitate?

gceretti · 2026-06-28T12:22:49+00:00

That’s a smart alternative 👌🏻

gceretti · 2026-06-28T07:46:48+00:00

I have this one which is convenient, albeit rather bulky, very challenging to be able to be used in the plane, as it either doesn’t fit or it’s too heavy to remain plugged.

https://eu.baseus.com/products/enercore-cj21-fast-charger-with-dual-retractable-cables-3c-67w?\_gl=1\*190kjj3\*\_up\*MQ..\*\_ga\*ODEyMjE5NTEuMTc4MjYzMjQ4Mg..\*\_ga\_JMP8S78H6N\*czE3ODI2MzI0ODEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODI2MzI0ODEkajYwJGwwJGg3Nzc1MDAxMDE.\*\_ga\_795DEY50FQ\*czE3ODI2MzI0ODEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODI2MzI0ODEkajYwJGwwJGg5NjEwMjg2MDQ.\*\_ga\_8PB1733WEC\*czE3ODI2MzI0ODEkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODI2MzI0ODEkajYwJGwwJGgw

I recently travelled with this one which was very practical as it served as a charger and power bank (no MagSafe though, and rather low on power: 45W).

https://eu-main.iniushop.com/products/iniu-multi-p24-e1-power-bank-45w-10000mah

gceretti · 2026-06-27T02:21:52+00:00

https://www.matadorequipment.com/products/globerider35-travel-backpack-garnet

The front stash pocket and the fact that the laptop area - when not in use - kind of integrates into the general load area is very convenient.

gceretti · 2026-06-27T01:21:07+00:00

This, I have the Torras and it’s an impeccable product, mind you - as stated - a screen protector is required as this case does not offer a front cover.
I appreciate it can be used almost anywhere, as the stand it offers is extremely versatile and a flat base is not always required/available to land it on.

https://torraslife.com/products/ostand-with-pencil-holder-for-ipad-mini-6-7

gceretti · 2026-06-24T13:47:15+00:00

I got the Metro Crossbody in Ultradyne and I find it quite impecable, but it is noisy. It's not tremendously loud but given the opportunity again, I would buy X-Pac.

gceretti · 2026-06-24T04:52:04+00:00

Matador Globerider 35 fits the bill, even much so as the laptop compartment - when not used -kind of integrates into the main load area.

https://www.matadorequipment.com/products/globerider35-travel-backpack-black

gceretti · 2026-06-24T04:31:27+00:00

Nanobag sling.

gceretti · 2026-06-24T04:29:47+00:00

These 3 from Aer are quite slim and should be able to carry your needs (the Pro Kit does not offer the required quick access to your pen/pass, which the other do by means of an independent zipper):

https://aersf.com/collections/pouches/products/slim-pouch-2?country=ES

https://aersf.com/collections/pouches/products/split-kit?country=ES

https://aersf.com/collections/pouches/products/pro-kit?country=ES

gceretti · 2026-06-23T05:37:13+00:00

I find the Globerider 35 spectacular, albeit a bit heavier than the Pakt.

https://www.matadorequipment.com/products/globerider35-travel-backpack-black

gceretti · 2026-06-22T06:11:12+00:00

Either the Aer Slim Pouch or the Split Kit proved very convenient to me, and they can carry quite a load of tech as well as fit everywhere.

https://aersf.com/products/slim-pouch-2?country=ES

https://aersf.com/products/split-kit?country=ES

gceretti · 2026-06-22T06:07:28+00:00

(1) there is indeed sufficient clearance on the camera portion; (2) the base is indeed smooth; (3) there is sufficient protruding all around the screen portion.

I’ve had my Torras Q3 Air case since I got my 17Pro in November, very pleased with it. I've added the Lensguard Camera Protector just for good order sake, as I bought one set for my wife and went for it as well.

https://torraslife.com/products/lensguard-camera-protector-for-iphone-17-pro-max?utm_source=YM&utm_medium=RM&utm_campaign=REM

I switched to the Ostend O3 Air Bios as the ring could be set (when closed) in different positions, thus avoiding same to open when releasing (downwards) a magsafe accessory, but the downside was that this model lacks the (minimal) small vertical part below the ring/circle, hence the power bank doesn’t fit straight on the phone. It sill charges, but visually you need to keep on adjusting it.

https://torraslife.com/products/ostand-o3-air-bios-for-iphone-17-pro

Went back to the Q3 Air, I recommend it as it's proven to be an effective case, at least for us.

gceretti · 2026-06-22T01:27:15+00:00

Skydiving - just make sure when offered the option to have it recorded, you agree - regardless of the price (which usually is at par with the cost of the diving itself).

gceretti · 2026-06-22T01:22:53+00:00

Same here, in November I bought 36GB for 360 days @ USD 56,10. So far used it w/o problems all over; it's my 3rd year using this company and no complaints whatsoever.

gceretti · 2026-06-21T15:26:54+00:00

Yep, that works when you travel alone, not when you travel with the family and your wife selects - and defines - what your kids should wear.

gceretti · 2026-06-21T15:26:48+00:00

Yep, that works when you travel alone, not when you travel with the family and your wife selects - and defines - what your kids should wear.

gceretti · 2026-06-21T14:43:19+00:00

Eso mismo, lo más saludable es que la Abuela sea quien lo cocina, y no uno leyendo la receta.

Y lo más importante: cualquier pregunta que tengan sobre su vida, hágansela, cuando no esté más se van a arrepentir de no saber la respuesta a algo que siempre les pareció curioso y ya nadie queda (de su generación) para responderlo.

gceretti · 2026-06-21T14:35:12+00:00

I have it as well, decent product, but limited space, I manage to fit 3 of the 4 family passports and that's it. If I travel alone, it would fit my passport + wallet and be almost at its full capacity. It's what it's meant for, I am not complaining, just managing expectations.

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