I absolutely abuse this guy and it looks as good as the day I bought it.
I think the colorway is really unique and adds to the bag. Have yet to see anyone else have it?
Sometimes you regret a purchase, sometimes you find a great item.
What are your best finds and what when did buyers remorse get you?
Alpaka Tech Case Mini vs. Tech Case vs. Tech Case Max side by side.
Already had a Tech Case mini and wanted a little more space. Wasn’t able to find many side by side comparisons for the normal vs max so I just got both and will likely be returning one. Thought these pics might help some other people who are also stuck between the normal vs max.
I was able to squeeze in 5 tshirts, 2 jeans, 5 hiking shorts with a tiny toiletry bag.
Went to Iceland half day, Lisbon 2 days, Madeira 6 days, Porto 2 days and Lisbon 2 days
I loved this idea (bag) better than carrying a carry on luggage.
One aspect I’ve come to realize when onebag traveling is how much I value my mental health and self-care while away from home. I have an anxiety disorder and am very introverted, and just knowing that after a long day exploring or being around people I can spend an hour back at the airbnb recharging with my gameboy makes a big difference. Or knowing that I have some emergency snacks when in the past I’ve had panic attacks when I was stuck in a situation without food.
I wanted to post my list as an example of utilizing extra weight to maximize convenience and how I’ve been able to travel in comfort while flying cheapo airlines with shitty layovers. I want my travel experience to be as smooth as possible, and as cheap as possible, so I can spend more time and money on the trip itself.
One of the main reasons I got into traveling with an under-seat bag in the first place was the comfort in the knowledge that I’ll never have to check it if they run out of overhead …
😬😬 In my defence it’s a cool bag and will be a keepsake used for my future supermarket trips, plus I’m confident I can squeeze it all back into my onebag for the flight home. Contrary to popular opinion I’ve found it easier to carry 2 bags interrailing for the past few weeks and just chuck the few bulky items I have (shoes, chargers, jacket, snacks) in a shopping bag rather than try to Tetris everything into a rucksack every few days
Nothing much to say about me. Just a 29 year old feeling like his life is rapidly passing and feels an urgency to live a bit more. Covid turned me into a bit of a home body, made me a little less brave and a lot more safe and sensible.
I work from home and while it comes with lots of benefits and I love it, I am definitely getting fatter and lazier and much less ambitious.
I’ve been putting off a trip to SE Asia all year but i’ve finally ran out of excuses. I came onto reddit for some tips and came across this sub and have been lurking for a few weeks, first out of curiousity but now i’m invested.
On monday I’ll be heading off for three months with one bag. I’ve definitely got a lot wrong and its a little bit rushed but i’m off to experience the life i’ve been wanting to do for a while but have been too scared to try.
Just needed to tell someone. Also just wanted to say thanks for the tips!
I even made a reddit account just so I can …
Take a small lock and cable (bike lock) with you. Leave it curled up on the grab handle of your bag. This allows you to lock the bag to the luggage rack on trains and buses. Most baggage theft on public transportation is a quick snatch and run at a stop. As soon as they feel the resistance from the cable, they’ll let go and run off. Small piece of mind for a nominal cost and very little added weight.
If your bag doesn’t have security zippers, you can use TSA locks or small zip ties to prevent easy access to important section, both while traveling and while in your accommodation. They may still gain access, but at least you’ll immediately know somebody has been in your bag.
Most theft can be deterred with small efforts. If the thief wants it badly enough, they’ll get it regardless.
Disclaimer: I paid for this “shirt”, the views expressed below are my own.
Disclaimer 2: This is not a love letter or an ode; it’s rather candid.
A Candid Pic with a Mouthful: ABrushedCotton Warmshirt (ABCWS, sorry Abe!)
OUTLIER - Experiment 408 - Abrushedcotton Warmshirt
So what is it?
Per Outlier’s Website: “A cotton faced overshirt experiment in warmth without overheating. The extremely breathable 60gsm Alpha insulation is combined with a lightweight and high-definition flannel spun and woven in Italy by Albini on the exterior and nylon-core merino against the skin. Features a snap front and discreet hand warmer pockets.”
Ok that’s great, but again what is it? In my opinion it’s Outlier’s take on a padded flannel overshirt. Padded overshirts are a dime a dozen these days, even in the “tech wear sector”: google your favorite brands and they likely have some variation of the concept, but this, this is different. …
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A two-ply flannel button-up-on-the-verge-of-an-overshirt in an exquisite Albini cotton, spun and woven in Northern Italy. At 190gsm this fabric is lightweight for a flannel, but with a lux brushed softness and an especially gentle sort of warmth.
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A compact pullover hoodie in the emotional armor of Hard/co Merino. High density cotton on the outside for serious structure and form. Soft merino terry on the inside for all the warmth and natural performance merino brings. Cut high and broad with a kangaroo + matryoshka pocket.
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Now available in Coraleyes, Black, Dark Navy, Sage and Anthracite
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It’s hot chocolate season here in New York. Acottonflannel season. Hard/co Merino season. You know the score, it’s time to get cozy.
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Is the Acottonflannel the softest flannel you’ve ever handled? Well, we can’t speak to your lived experience but it sure feels pretty damn nice. Spun and woven in Italy by the shirting masters at Albini. At 190gsm this fabric is heavyweight by Albini’s dress shirt standards, but lightweight by flannel standards. Brushed on the outside, left smooth on the interior, if there is a secret sauce here it’s in the two-ply, 30⁄2, yarns that give the fabric a volume and dimensionality that defy its weight. It’s a lightweight coziness perfect for merino lovers and people who run average to hot. (If you run cold we recommend …
Experiment 404 - Acottondown 80 Overvest
A vest that wants-to-be-a-poncho experiment. Acottondown 80 is our midweight, soft, breathable and 100% post-consumer recycled down system with a cotton exterior. An outerwear down that feels more like a soft down comforter than a crunchy sleeping bag. Features oversized armholes, internal heart-warmer pseudo-pockets in a split kangaroo formation and large hand warmer pockets.
Experiment 375 - Nexhigh Suspension Handbag
A touch oriented “find by hand” bag experiment. Open topped for easy access, with a Fidlock + paracord closure and an eight point suspension strap system for elegant weight distribution and adjustability. 10L main compartment, one external zip pocket, one internal stretch drop pocket and one internal slide pocket.