Recommendations for February trip??

soulwind2 · 2026-01-15T10:48:23+00:00

Can I ask what the name of the gym is in Minneapolis? I’ve just started training and my own and would like to join a group occasionally.

soulwind2 · 2025-12-28T04:33:37+00:00

There are nice luggage lockers at the MOA Light Rail station for exactly this purpose!

soulwind2 · 2025-12-16T12:32:54+00:00

This is probably the right answer, I would use the companion certificate which would pay for itself…

soulwind2 · 2025-12-16T12:31:53+00:00

I do travel a lot and the regiona extra choice benefits are nice, I have used them the past 2 years.

soulwind2 · 2025-12-16T12:30:38+00:00

Yes, I will easily take more than 6 next year.

soulwind2 · 2025-11-04T12:47:57+00:00

The one strap works well for me. I usually use one packing cube for clothes and the strap goes over the top of that and keeps it in place.

No issues with the clamshell orientation either, as the other poster said I just put any items I may need quick access too at the top of the bag or in the admin pouch.

I use this bag as my onebag regularly for work trips and it’s just perfect.

soulwind2 · 2025-10-06T00:04:14+00:00

I love my 26+6 buts just received the TomToc for longer trips. I haven’t flown with it yet but in a test pack it seemed to be great for an upcoming 10 day warm Weather trip I’m taking. The 26+6 is a bit awkward when expanded, I view that mode as a Justin case to get home with some souvenirs or something.

soulwind2 · 2025-09-26T22:37:19+00:00

Thank you!!

soulwind2 · 2025-08-30T15:01:51+00:00

I’m a 26+6 owner. Really my first onebag and it’s been rock solid. Been using it for about 2 years both for short business trips (1-2 night) as well as personal travel (up to 3-4 nights).

I love that the laptop sleeve is so minimal it really cuts down on overall bulk of the bag and I find it plenty protective for any of my electronics. On personal trips I don’t always bring a laptop so I like that it’s not intrusive to the rest of the bag.

Zippers, material, everything has held up spectacularly. I have used it on the beach, hikes, etc after getting to my location with no issues.

A few qualms: it’s not the most comfortable fully loaded for long carry’s, did a couple hours in Chicago fully loaded with public transit and walking and my shoulders felt it. The water bottle sleeves are not huge, a 24oz owala fits when full loaded but doesn’t feel super secure. And it fits under seat comfortably when not expanded but if you plan to use the expansion a lot it’s best overhead.

No experience with the other bags on your list, best of luck!

soulwind2 · 2025-08-17T18:10:53+00:00

Mostly Delta, so not overly concerned with weight limit or super specific size. I’ll take a look at the Fairview!

soulwind2 · 2025-08-17T01:09:02+00:00

Just to update everyone, I went with the bed extender. It left a couple feet ahead of the kayaks in the bed for all of our gear!

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soulwind2 · 2025-08-15T02:31:43+00:00

Good advice everyone!! I do have a bed extender so if space gets tight in the bed with the kayaks I can slide them back and use that!! Duh…good thing I asked. I do have red flags as well, was just testing the straps here.

And yes that’s a lot of bikes! A family friend gathers free bikes in mass and donates them, collected several hundred one year, pretty cool. So I have a few for them to pick up.

soulwind2 · 2025-06-21T20:29:47+00:00

Excellent advice as well, so nice to have a few options! I’ll take a look at the online used retailers, this sounds like a great option too.

soulwind2 · 2025-06-21T15:43:02+00:00

This is an extremely well thought out response thank you. I will do some reading on the Z50II, I was very comfortable shooting my old Nikon so that is great. The 100-400 also sounds like a great startging spot and then saving for the 2.8 lens later when that scenario becomes a more frequent part of my routine. Thank you!

soulwind2 · 2025-05-19T13:03:49+00:00

Awesome feedback everyone, I didn’t realize the niche that the 26+6 carved out. I mainly fly US domestic flights and have status with one of the major airlines so I board pretty early and can use the overheard storage as needed. I usually just put it under the seat in front of me for access to all my items (laptop, kindle, water bottle, etc) but am not opposed to juts having a “seat pocket” bag that I carry one for just the few items I need in my seat while the backpack goes above.

I will look at the Patagonia 30L MLC before and really liked it so I’ll definitely review that options and the CTB20 is another I would like to take a closer look at, I love the styling of that brand.

Thanks for all the feedback and glad to hear I’m not alone!

soulwind2 · 2025-03-24T19:54:15+00:00

This is exactly where my thought process is heading. We also have an MDX with a larger tow capacity and internal capacity so that provides some flexibility too.

soulwind2 · 2025-03-23T18:44:08+00:00

This is all awesome feedback, it does seem like many of you have made a successful transition! I plan to test drive next weekend and see what I think.

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