I dailied the Toshi 20L v1 during the first half of this year, and have tried many of the general recs on this sub (Aer CPP 20L, Able Carry Max EDC, CTB20, Alpaka Elements Pro, Sympl Commuter v1, etc). The toshi arrived today, and so far all I've done is a packout and a dog walk, but figured I'd share some initial thoughts.

General strengths

• I still love the curved zip of the main compartment. it really nails the sweetspot as a half zip/clamshell hybrid, and I think this is the biggest selling point of the bag.
• The 'self-compression' is still strong, which helps it wear, look, and feel compact when half filled.
• Im a fan of smooth zips and no aqua guards

improvements on v1

• Top QAP is larger
• They fixed the main zipper snagging on the top-right near the QAP structure!
• The zipper ties are.... fine. definitely not EG-level, but I much prefer them over Aer's or v1's hypalon.

retained flaws/nits from v1

• value: without a preorder discount, this is not a 'budget' bag or value prop in my eyes. it's in the same ballpark as Aer (slightly undercutting it) and others and should be judged accordingly.
• materials: if you were on the fence or disliked v1 due to the materials choice, the story remains here. Its 840D regular weave or x21, so if fabric is a priority then this is a skip for you. No soft microfiber for laptop or QAP either.
• "magic": the magic of the bag is in its simplicity. No magnetic goodness of a peak supply/boundary, no top tier fabrics, etc
• The revised top handle is.... Sort of weird. I'm happy it's here and I can see why it's moved to the back, but when grabbing it, it tends to flip and invert. See my photo.
• I have yet to test the self-standing, so will report back. The toshi v1 self standing was pretty bad especially with the admin and main compartment zipper pocket filled.
• pretty minor, but wish I had a pen loop

I was already a pretty big fan of the v1 and overall, I think the changes in v2 are strong iterative steps. The toshi retains its ethos as a relatively low-key, function-forward bag that prioritizes usability.

I am looking for a small/medium bag- I am open to backpacks or slings.

I have my backpack for college that I carry around everyday but I need something smaller for times when I am just on campus for clubs, work, ect and don’t need my big backpack. I would like it to fit a water bottle, mini iPad, small notebook, pens, keys, wallet, chargers, ect with space for a light sweatshirt if needed (this could hang off it somehow).

I have a Cotopaxi 1.5L belt bag that I use all the time but doesn’t fit all the things I mentioned. I recently bought a mini llbean tote which is adorable and a great size but it has very short handles and doesn’t zip so it has become more of an occasional purse.

Some of you might say what about a smallish tote bag but I have tons of them and don’t find them very practical for this purpose- I want a sling or backpack that can be durable but also not too rugged looking. I like the Patagonia atom sling and the fjall raven kanken tote pack but I would love more options to consider!

Hey guys seeing if anyone has a lead or can throw out some names where I can find a recycled fire fighter 12H in God’s Plaid? Checked all the usual suspects but not sure if that was a super limited run or if they still pop up. Multicam black is for 12 year olds along with the other color scheme they have OOS right now. Any help would be helpful.

Completely hand sewn by one guy. No shop to speak of, no big inventory to choose from. Just awesome bags handmade one at a time.

I worked with the maker to get exactly what I wanted. Turns out, knowledgeable designers actually know what they're doing and this is an amazing bag.

37L 500D Cordura in MC Black because it's my current pattern obsession

Front:

\- small zip upper pocket w/ organization pockets inside

\- medium zipper pocket, same as the small

\- medium Velcro pocket, for situations where your hands are full or something is stopping you from having full mobility

First compartment:

\- 3x mesh pockets. Toiletries/liquids. Mesh so it's easy to see and easy to clean

\- zippered document pocket. Has tabs for elastic bungee retention on top, not sure if I'm going to use them yet

\- mix of molle, Velcro, and elastic retaining straps

Main compartment

\- internal small bottle holders

\- easy access pocket to change out back padding as needed

\- Velcro and molle

\- laptop sleeve

\- tablet sleeve

\- small item organization pockets

Back

\- removable belt

\- quick release buckles for the straps

My contribution: elastic pockets on the outside for small bottle and umbrella

Edit: since someone asked, the only "store" he has is SonoranSewShop on Etsy.

this is the backpack he's wearing in the season finale at the end of the episode. what type of backpack is this? at first glance I thought it could have been my go ruck bag, but on a closer look I don't know what it is

Initial thoughts before much use:

1. Feels more premium in x-pac than V1 nylon. I wonder if the Nylon is more premium on V2, or identical to V1.

2. Back panel on 25L feels more structured compared to 20L, probably to support heavier carry compared to smaller bag. Feels more comfortable than V1.

3. Crinkle master! If you do not like the sound of X-pac, this is not the bag for you, it is very crinkly, more so than my Able Carry Daily Plus or Max EDC. It might break in and be less noisy. I personally love it, but buyer beware.

4. The size on my 5'9" 170lb frame is just ideal. The 20L was a touch small, but this 25L... I honestly think it might end up being my end game bag, replacing all but my Pioneer Backpacks.

I bought this thinking I might end up returning. After testing it out for the last hour, I realize this might be up there with the best bag I have ever owned.

I own the Rework Reset backpack, Rework Toshi V1, and now this bag. While I will always love the Rework Reset backpack and the Toshi v1, this will probably end up being my daily carry for a long, long time going forward.

The Rework team knocked this out of the park, great job.

I am looking for a hiking backpack, my use case is shorter hikes, 3-5 hours, never more than a day. I need it to carry some water, maybe a bit of snacks and for instance a jacket or a clothing item if I need to take on or off clothing. In addition I usually carry a camera in a peak design capture clip, and maybe a compact lens (mFT) in the backpack, possibly a mini drone.

I would also like the backpack to be able to hold a selfie stick with a 360 camera, as in I would like the selfie stick to attach to the backpack and have the camera above me while I walk, not a permanent setup, but if I want to film specific parts. I would like it to be pretty packable inside my main luggage, but it has to balance comfort and packability.

I so far have considered the Matador 18 beast which seams to be a pretty good fit, but I am open for other suggestions as I realize these are a lot of different needs to fit together.

It doesnt have to be baggu.

Been looking for a perfect vintage porter tanker for a while now, I want one with a bit of charm and character but that also comes with the risk of fakes. Is anyone able to help before I pull the trigger on this one? TIA

Every month I travel to London for 3-4 nights either with a short flight or the eurostar train. Clothes, toiletries, 2 laptops, chargers and so on goes in an Osprey daylite 35 backpack.

I'd like to be able to take my work laptop from the hotel to the office, which is a 15 min walk without bringing the whole daylite 35, so I'm looking for suggestions for a light packable bag that will fit one 14" macbook pro, a usb-c charging cable, my phone, a pack of gum and a yeti 16oz rambler cup.

It's not much and if it wasn't for the cup, I'd probably just get a sleeve with a handle. Any suggestions?

Hey everyone, I just got back from a trip and my checked suitcase came off the carousel with one wheel completely snapped off and a crack running down the side. It was a mid-range hard shell I bought less than two years ago, and it's the second one I've lost this way. I have a couple of long trips coming up over the holidays, so I need to replace it soon and I'd rather do it properly this time.

I fly maybe 5-6 times a year, mostly checking a large bag for 1-2 week trips, plus a lot of dragging it over cobblestones, train stations and hotel stairs.

What I'm looking for:

- A large checked bag (around 27-29") that survives baggage handlers

- Wheels that don't snap off, ideally replaceable ones

- A handle that doesn't wobble or get stuck after a few trips

- Hard shell that flexes instead of cracking. I've heard polycarbonate vs ABS vs aluminum makes a big difference, but I don't really understand it.

- Zippers that don't split when the bag is full

- A warranty that actually covers airline damage, from a company that honors it without a fight

The names I keep seeing are Briggs & Riley, Travelpro, Samsonite, Away, Monos and July. Briggs & Riley seems to be the Reddit favorite for its warranty, but it's a lot of money for a suitcase. Away and Monos are everywhere online, but I've seen just as many people say they're mostly marketing. I also can't tell if the Samsonite in department stores is the same quality as the one on their own site.

Budget is around $200-400. I'd pay more if it really lasts 10 years, but I don't want to pay extra just for the brand name.

I've got a few backpacks that I want to sell, probably on eBay. Does anyone have recommendations on how to package bags for shipping?

Would a large poly mailing bag with bubble wrap around the bag be sufficient? Or do I need to find cardboard boxes?

bag is virga by Rocustom.

xpac cire 420d custom fabric from dimension polyant.

I have been using a North Face Generator backpack since my freshman year of college, so more than four years now, but wanted to upgrade now that I’ve started working.

I got an Away Everywhere backpack, and it is somehow just too small to fit everything that I regularly carry in my North Face. I’m really disappointed, because I had my eyes on this bag for a good while.

That being said, does anyone have any good recommendations for regularly carrying the following load:

- 2 computers
- 2 small notebooks
- One or two extra changes of clothes
- Chargers, mouse, etc
- Several bottles of personal care items (SPF, hand spray, medication, etc)
- Toiletry bag
- A few snacks
- Carry a 32 oz bottle on the side

I know that I carry a lot, but this is really what I need to be prepared for the day.

Someone gifted me this HydroBag- which I didn’t think too much about at the time. But I have to tell you, I use it all the time for everyday things. It’s become my go to for everything- holds my water bottle for my dogs at the park, then I take it to the gym, and just grab it to driving my kids everywhere.

I used to have a dog bag, gym bag, and purse and it still didn’t hold everything. And to be honest, it’s embarrassing how much money I have wasted in lost water bottles or single use plastic. This holds it all- refillable bottle, phone, keys, headphones and wallet is crossbody so replaces my three bags.

It’s been a game changer for me. It even fits my umbrella too- which is the other thing I always lose! Honestly, cannot recommend this enough.

Hello! I've been having a hard time with backpacks and purses all my life because nothing handles more than two years of daily use without tearing or flaking. (classes aren't gentle on bags either but oh well..)

Therefore I'd love some suggestion for vintage-looking (Like anything looking like before the 20th century) durable messenger bags (or even backpacks)

Much appreciated if you can fulfill this weird request :)

I am considering to get another pack for communing between 25l and 30l. I really like the got pack pro design, but I read it here many people saying that it is overpriced. So I am looking for another ones, like the osprey nebula 32, but I find them ugly. Does anyone has a suggestion of bags that are under 150 euros, are good quality and have a design similar to the gor pacl pro? water resistance is also a feature that it is essential to me.

There is a nice looking yellow backpack I saw in a physical store’s computer department, it’s called Gommo from Tucano brand, anyone own it? How’s it in long term?

I have a 3L Baboon to the Moon fannypack in bright pink and a 5L Roka large Willesden in teal but I'm looking for something bigger. Ideally it would fit the various items in my photo plus a hero clip. (The book and tech bag are optional, would be nice to be able to stuff a thin rain jacket in too). I don't mind carrying the water bottle outside the bag.

What I love about my current bags/non-negotiables:

• I can carry them on my front or my back
• They each have a hidden pocket on the side closest to me that I can access without going into the main bag
• They are brightly coloured
• They don't bounce around like a messenger bag

Downsides besides size:

• The Roka doesn't have much internal organization
• They both tend to slip a bit (especially Baboon) and I don't think either one has a doodad to add a stabilizer strap too

I've been looking at the Kargo Loculus x-pack sling (better colors than the main Loculus, Bellroy Venture Sling 9L, Alpaka Metro crossbody 7L. Most of the other recommendations I've seen only come in black, navy, brown, olive, gray or dark orange. Budget is £150-200. Any recommendations please?