What are some bags you maybe bought on a lark that ended up surprising you or became super useful in ways you didn’t expect.
For me I got the piorama A10 expandable duffel and it’s become an amazing diaper bag.
Also a super simple Timbuk2 rolltop that I got on super sale that I’ve used so much it’s a different color but still rock solid
For those of you interested in the Bellroy Lite Sling, I noticed there isn’t much out there in the way of usability reviews, so I filmed a one-take video about it. I hope some of you find it helpful, & curious to hear your experience with it as well!
I purchased the City Pack X-Pac during the BFCM period about a week ago.
As I live in Malaysia, it took bit of time to arrive.
Today it finally arrived. The excitement was building the whole day as I was at work when it arrived.
Unboxed it and noticed that some of the stitching near at the lower left side of the bag is loose. The thread is not broken but looks like during production the needle missed a few centimeters. So there is a loop of thread hanging out. Images below,
As Aer does not accept international returns and the City Pack X-Pac is sold out…I am not sure what can be done to resolve this. I don’t want the regular Cordura version. If a refund is possible then all good but I really like the bag. Fits my daily carry to work so well. Almost the perfect bag.
This is really frustrating.
I could just carry on using it but that loop of loose thread might catch on to something and cause even more damage to the rest …
Early, early on…. an umbrella… That one got ditched pretty fast.
I kept a deck of cards on me for a long time. Used to be a lot of fun in school but people apparently don’t like card games, even if you’re in a group and waiting on a flight :(
Full size headphones. Airpods have ruined me forever, but I do keep a small pair of wired buds in my work kit for troubleshooting.
A small one for me: I recently picked up a plain black Arcade belt - basically just a belt that’s both non-metal and a little stretchy. Super comfy and means I don’t have to remove it to go through security. Feel like such a loser for how validating and liberating it was to walk through that scanner with a belt on.
It’s taken over as my daily driver from a random Penguin leather belt I used for over a decade, and still feels fun when I buckle up and it’s so plastic, stretchy and light. Would recommend.
What about you guys? Would love to hear the big or little improvements you’ve made.
So I’ve seen a few comments recently talking about packing cards or dice with face cards to pass some time.
I wondered if anyone had recommendations for specific games that are travel or even pocket friendly. I’m sure a lot of people will find this unnecessary or opt for mobile games and apps but I’m still curious.
Personally, I’ve brought story dice before - they’re fun in bars and a total hit if you’re travelling with kids.
I actually don’t have the luxury to choose merino t-shirts here in Turkey, (afaik) but it occurred to me that I’m spending so little on H&M tees. (They’re 69 lira, so ~$5) They are thin, dry fast, and I haven’t noticed any smell after wearing them for 3-4 days. And of course being cotton, they don’t itch. Is the premium wool material actually worth it?
Edit: Apparently everyone’s favorite Wool&Prince tees are $74 each, so this skews the value comparison even more in my argument’s favor
Hi all,
I pride myself in trying to find the ‘best’ or most ‘value for money’ thing regarding all manner of items. That said, towels is a confusing one for me.
A lot of people say (100%) “linen” towels, some specify “waffle linen towels” in particulars. Others say that was a trend 1-3 years ago and favour “turkish” towels instead. Some people suggest using hand towels as alternative altogether (although not sure what material they use).
What does seem to be unanimous is that microfibre towels are NOT the best option AND high-tech travel towels in general aren’t either!
I’m looking for *one* towel I can take anywhere and will do all the things most desire:
Lightweight / Dries quickly / Doesn’t smell / Packs small
__
What would you recommend?
__
I’m going travelling for 3 months all across Europe, staying in Hostels/Airbnbs/Hotels. Any other invaluable items or tips/advice would be most welcome! …
Since we’re always trying to minimize what we bring, I thought I’d make a little thread for people to ask and share their experiences with packing certain items for certain situations or regions. I know the advice will be particular to each person’s trip, but for example it’d be great to hear about how you brought a water filter and never used it on your trip to Vietnam. Or you broke your phone and struggled for a few days before you could get a new one, so now you always pack a spare.
Please add your questions and respond to those you have experience with! I’ll start with a comment below.
EDIT: Please comment with your questions too! Didn’t mean for this to just be my questions :) (though I appreciate all the advice)
I’ve been with the brand for years. My first order was in 2010 (yeesh feeling old) for the OG pants and then shorts not too long after. They were very much revolving around the cyclist and upgraded utilitarian vibes at the same.
Over the years, I’ve bought here and there. Fairly selectively for sure. The shorts actually are still in rotation (reminder to self that I need a new zipper). I’ve purchased and sold a handful of pieces, the only things that remain in real regular hard use are two pairs of duck works and a marino watch cap.
I’ve enjoyed watching the brand change, develop, perhaps even mutate. It seems fitting that we all change over time. Abe and Tyler are likely just a few years older than I am. Cycling “kids” to material and detail driven designs absent of a particular agenda, though the shoots did have an “adventure” kind of thing going for a bit, to light fashion to maybe where we are now - hard hitting <sarcasm> t-shirts and trousers for the office warrior …
SUMMARY: Despite its look, this isn’t meant to replace your favorite flannel and it’s not supposed to. The fabric is sturdy, has a sheen and protects against those breezy days and it’s even slightly stretchy thanks to the little elastane mixed in, it’s for those days the temperature drops to 60-65F (15-18C) or thrown over your favorite hoodie for those slightly colder days.
To touch on the name; Buffalo is the pattern and Drill is a type of durable cotton fabric.
Thanks again for the Outlier team sending me one to review, I will try to keep this as short as possible, without sacrificing substance. Please let me know if you have any questions about the piece! We also have a great Outlier Discord community, please feel free to join if you’d like!
Album of pics below: https://imgur.com/a/xZMEqED
Background:
The Buffalo Drill released this past Thursday 12⁄2 and I decided to wear it for a few days before typing this review up. Unfortunately, that …
A key piece for your keys. The top half attaches to a belt loop while the magno-mechanical Fidlock bottom is the fastest and easiest way to access keys we’ve found.
Outlier no longer makes their OG Leans which had 4-way stretch (https://archive-m2.outlier.nyc/shop/retail/og-leans.html)
Anyone know of anything similar? All the current Outlier pants seem to be 2-way stretch
Experiment 302 - Washiabaca Cap
Our 3Bar Gen2 Cap form reconfigured in the experimental Washiabaca Canvas. Abacá fibers turned into paper, cut and twisted in yarns and woven up in rugged canvas form. It’s got structure and very cool touch, but can crease like paper for dramatic effect. The 3Bar K-back makes for super secure two-point adjustment.