Beginners guide to ONE BAG TRAVEL
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- Опубліковано 9 тра 2024
- Why is one bag travel so popular? In this guide I break down why one bag travel is trending high, and I give you some insider tips to keep your budget low.
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Remember, you don't need to spend a lot of money to one bag travel like a boss.
Having said that, premium gear can last the test of time, feels great to use, and can make your travels much more efficient. Below are some of the products that I recommend in the video, in their respective time stamps.
00:00 - One Bag Travel is BLOWING UP
1:22 - 5 perfect OBT backpacks
✅ Minaal Daily Bag 3.0
Watch our full review → • Minaal Daily Bag 3.0 R...
Check best price → go.nomadsnation.com/minaal-da...
✅ Aer Pro Pack 20L/24L
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✅ Able Carry Max
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Check best price → go.nomadsnation.com/able-max
✅ Minaal Carry On 3.0
Watch our full review → • Minaal Carry On 3.0 Ba...
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✅ Tortuga Travel Backpack
Watch our full review → • EPIC Tortuga Travel Ba...
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4:42 - How to pack like a boss
5:56 - Mind what you wear!
✅ Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones → go.nomadsnation.com/sony-wh10...
✅ Money Belt → go.nomadsnation.com/money-belt
6:28 - Travel clothes 101
✅ Tortuga Packing Cubes → go.nomadsnation.com/tortuga-c...
8:09 - My travel essentials
✅ Orbitkey ring → go.nomadsnation.com/orbitkey-...
Watch our full review → • Orbitkey Ring EPIC Rev...
✅ WANDRD Dopp Kit → go.nomadsnation.com/wandrd-to...
✅ Side by Side Passport Holder → go.nomadsnation.com/side-by-s...
✅ Bellroy Flip Case Wallet → go.nomadsnation.com/bellroy-flip
Watch our full review → • In-Depth Bellroy Flip ...
✅ Go Travel Adapter → go.nomadsnation.com/go-adapter
✅ Airpods → go.nomadsnation.com/airpods
9:36 - It depends....
✅ Logitech Keyboard → go.nomadsnation.com/logitech-...
✅ Roost Laptop Stand → go.nomadsnation.com/roost
9:54 - 5 must-know OBT tips
✅ Aer Tech Sling 2 → go.nomadsnation.com/tech-sling-2
Watch our full review → • Aer Tech Sling 2 Revie...
✅ Aer Go Sling 2 → go.nomadsnation.com/aer-go-sl...
Watch our full review → • Aer Go 2 Collection Ju...
✅ WANDRD Veer Packable Daypack → go.nomadsnation.com/wandrd-veer
Watch our full review → • WANDRD Veer Packable D...
✅ Unbound Merino Wool clothes → go.nomadsnation.com/unbound-m...
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What's your favorite one bag travel pack? 👇
Peak Design 45L Travel Backpack
@@ReadyAF1 one of the best built travel bags out there for sure, but often critiqued for not being comfortable enough
Minaal Carry-on 3.0, Able Carry Max or GoRuck GR2 - too hard to pick just one. Glad you had two of them in your video! Although funny enough I am heading to Asia next week and intend to take an Aer TP3 in XPac. 😂 Great video. I enjoyed this more than just a review. Great ideas. One thing I bring often due to work clothes is a steamer. It doesn’t take up too much space and does phenomenal with a suit or dress shirt.
@@davidjoseph4459 Cheers David. To be honest, it feels a bit aggressive leaving the ATP3 off my top 5 list, so lets give them an honorable mention!
Cotopaxi Allpa 42L - it has never failed me
The thumbnail had me thinking it was a pack hacker video 😆
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unintended lol
Same 😂
Same!! That’s a good way to get new viewers
SAME
EXCELLENT video! Really appreciate the amount of work that went into this. My default recommendation now for folks looking to get into one-bagging.
Damn dude, that's amazing to hear - thanks!
Wow, incredible vid! Really appreciate it, I've been really thinking about one packing, this really brought a lot of different perspectives to me! Thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Defo recommend looking at all the packing guidea etc, my trip was super annoying because i just winged it. In hindsight if i had just looked at one packing guide, i would have been much better off
Great video! I dig your playful camera angles and creative editing. 🎉
That's all Tav - amazing editing job if I may say so myself
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man, you really took your editing game to the next level. love it!
Our editor Tav went into beast-mode for this one haha
The comment about slings went under the radar. I just recently brought a Minaal 3.0 Travel pack as my 1 bag on a 2 week cruise to the Mediterranean plus a few extra days in Rome w/ my wife. I was efficient. I brought a Bellroy Sling Mini (4L) with me (strapped cross body in front of me). It worked great while navigating the airport as everything important (money, documents, passport, phone, charger) was in front of and easily accessible. Plus when I was on the long flight (Portland -> Chicago -> Zurich -> Athens), it was MUCH easier having the sling bag hanging in front of me from the travel tray so all my necessary items for flight were there. Having a Bellroy Lite Sling (7L) would've been better so I could fit my iPad which I love having on long flights... but that's the only change I'd have made.
1 bag + 1 sling = bliss
Great video and tips.
1) My bag is the REI Big Haul 40. When worn as a backpack, there are no zippers on the back facing people behind you.
2) I make, and keep, a packing list for every trip. It becomes a starting point for future trips to the same weather conditions.
from one packing-nerd to another, love that you have multiple packing lists. respect
I've been one bagging for a couple of years and love it. I now travel everywhere with an Osprey Porter 30L bag. It's a duffel style bag with backpack straps and hip straps that can both be folded away. It also has compression straps on the bag itself. I do also have a slightly larger Osprey Farpoint 40L bag but find that I just fill it up and it becomes heavy. Now I prefer the 30L and am planning to downsize to a 25L wherever possible. Recently I tried my daughters 40L spinner luggage to see if I was missing out on the ease of wheeling luggage through the airport. But I hated having to get it through the airport. I really missed my backpack for ease of use. This really became evident when I took my Porter 30 on a trip from London to New York, Connecticut and Oklahoma with three buses, two trains, four airplanes and several taxis. The smallish backpack really made a difference on that trip.
I find the keys to onnebagging are:
1) Build a capsule wardrobe so every thing goes with everything else.
2) If you have two versions of something then take the smaller, lighter version.
3) I have merino wool sweaters and hoodies (I will usually only take one) to keep the weight down.
4) I prefer very thin tshirts to keep weight down. I prefer pima cotton which is thinner and lighter than regular cotton. It also dries well. I do have a couple of merino tshirts but merino still prefer pima cotton.
5) I have a very lightweight pair of joggers for the hotel.
6) Everything charges from USB; laptop (if I take it), phone, tablet (if I take it), even my hair clippers which I use for both my face and head. I take a single USB multiport adapter which also has different "plugs" for each county (so don't have to take a separate international adapter).
7) I wear one pair of trousers and only take a spare pair. I rarely wear denim because it is heavy and takes too long to dry. So chino's are my preferred travel trousers unless I am going somewhere cold (then I can wear jeans with the lightweight joggers underneath).
8) If cold I take a packable down jacket which packs down to almost nothing. I take a thin packable waterproof jacket which again packs down to almost nothing. If it's really cold then I can put it over the down jacket as a wind barrier.
9) I take one pair of shoes; usually black leather sneakers because they will go with everything and, being leather, don't look like sneakers unless someone really pays attention. I tend to wear black leather Adidas Stan Smith's which are very minimalist and cheap.
10) I use packing cubes for my clothes and a small pouch for cables, charger, etc.
11) I take a packable backpack for use when I get to my destination so I don't need to use my 30L when shopping or visiting places.
12) I sometimes also take a small 6L sling. Typically this will have my tech gear inside (8" tablet , chargers, etc), as well as my cards, cash, boarding pass and passport, etc. I carry this to the airport in the main 30L bag but wear it on my front at the airport for easy access to passport etc. When on the plane I keep it with me for security and also because it has my tech gear in it for entertainment.
13) I don't take bulky headphones. Only earbuds.
14) I take a bar of soap rather than liquid soaps. This reduces my liquids through security and can also be used to wash clothes in a hotel sink.
15) I take a lightweight Osprey wash bag that can either zip up as one bag or be opened flat with compartments. Being able to lay flat means I can always find somewhere for it in my bag. It also has a hook so I can always find somewhere to hang it in a small hotel bathroom if there is little space by the sink.
Thanks for the epic comment!
Great starter video for one bag travel! I always recommend the Osprey Farpoint 40
thanks so much! it was my first serious backpack so it has a special place in my heart as well :)
I over packed the heck outta my last trip. What a huge hassle it was too (especially putting it all back together). Looking forward to my future able carry max bag (I'll find your link aaron). Good tips and cool cash belt. Thanks for yhe upload.
Appreciate that mate!
More videos like this! I dig calm, trustworthy Aaron.
yea I was zen af in this one 😉 🧘
Great video. Will try the Boundary Supply Errant Pro for one bag travel on a short Business trip soon
thanks bro, be sure to let me know how the Errant Pro treats you on the trip
Awesome information and I hope that it helps a few peeps out! I love how the OBT has exploded and that there are so many great options out there for people at all price points :)
Totally agree! And it’s super important to emphasize the price point - you do not need to spend a ton of money to OBT. Start slow, and build your way up
Great video, Aaron! I use my Thule Aion bag for our month long travel to Switzerland (just in case my very large suitcase gets lost)! 😉
Thanks dude! I still haven't reviewed a Thule bag yet - maybe I'll start here
awesome video dude! Thanks
glad you liked!
I laughed when you didn't let taav finish his sentence about his list of mistakes😂 it's like you have enough of him
What's even funnier is that Tav edited the video - so he cut himself off 😂
Yeah i went off on a ramble- didnt have a lot to say there
Great content. Thx
Appreciated!
G'day AR & Team. Favourite OTB is Cisco 28 Caribee. Did all the states in Australia including some island territories . Used the same pack doing Asia. Yeah man, take advantage of places where you spend overnight but always have on you toiletries & first aid. Totally agreed on some of your suggestions, especially a sling/packable pack. Wool will be the best but cotton & synthetics may be sufficient depending on destination & seasons. There will always be trade-offs but when the going gets tough, the tough gets going.!
Now the Nomad Nation tube is getting interesting. You're stepping it up mate. Cheers from The Land Down Under.
thanks dude! Really put a lot of time/effort into this one. We plan to do more videos like it soon :)
That belt.... awesome 😎
Hell yea! It’s like an insurance plan. I’ve never had to use it, but one day I’ll be very thankful I have it
looking fly af aaron!
Love the Idea and went to japan for 4 weeks with aer travel backpack 3 but needed extra *space to bring home souveniers so had to buy (geez) a suit case (Lojel M).
I especially have problems with all my photography gear fitting into one backpack, any insights?
Keep up and cheers!
thanks dude! And yea, it's really hard to do OBT when you have lots of gear (whether for photography like you, or digital nomad-ing like me). Only advice I have is cut what you can. Otherwise if you have to check a bag - so be it
Photography wise- peak design, wandrd and nomatic have decent camera cubes. Hope this helps
7:38 Jimmy Butler and Udonis Haslem jerseys. A man of Heat Culture.
Hardcore Miami Heat fan for almost 20 years! 2024 was not our finest season, but in Pat and Spo we trust 🔥
Would love to see a video about hidden pocket travel clothes and accessories. like that money belt. Great videos overall!
Cool idea! I’ve added to our to do list
Matador Globerider 45 is what I took to South America for a month. I under packed it so I’d have room for a few souvenirs. Took a packable daypack that I used when I left my 45l in my hostel room or locker. It was more than durable enough and its shoulder straps and hip belt were stowable.
It’s a very cool pack, I’d love to test it out for a month on the road
I am not sure how you haven't included the Osprey Farpoint or Porter. I also love the Fjällräven Split-Pack (not great for tech though). The cold winter gear is def necessary! Lived in Finland and Sweden for a long time and winter can be -35C; you NEED a parka or a top level puffy (Fjällräven, Norrona, Rab).
Love your channel bro! Great editing! :)
Thanks dude! My editors are very talented, I’m blessed to have such a great team
Lots of things you missed Aaron. 1) How much clothing you carry depends on where you're going and how the weather is going to affect you. If it's hot and humid, and you sweat a lot, you might want to throw in a couple of clothes extra.
2) on the clothing front, get some of those wrinkle free Tees if you can, Post wash, they are good to go once they dry. (if you're using the laundry service at a hotel, check the rates and time they take to do it).
3) If you're shooting with a DSLR, you can have it in a separate bag. Most airlines will not count a camera bag as a secondary bag (though on super full flights, they might ask you to check in your backpack and carry your camera bag as the cabin bag)
4) Don't forget to throw in a tracker in your single backpack, Even if you're going to carry it. I got the Aer City pack pro and it's fantastic, though it's a bit heavy.
5) Check your bag's weight before you go to the airport. I have the 16 inch MacBook Pro, and it's heavy as hell. I end up carrying my older MacBook Pro from 2015 to transfer images etc, contemplating buying a MacBook Air M1 for it
6) There are quite a few Quick dry clothing available, do check it out if available in your area. Lighter material clothing is good if you want to travel with 1 bag.
7) toothpaste and shampoo and hand soap tablets are available on amazon. Carry them, in case an airbnb or hostel has some issue.
8) I usually don't carry tents n all, but I always carry a portable water filter like Sawyer mini or Hydroblu. Water is one thing that will make you sick quickly.
9) When you have just 1 bag, carry one of those really small packing totes as well. They fold into fitting your pocket, but just in case the airline wants you to check in your bag, you might want to take out some essentials from it. Like medicine etc.
10) when you pack, take everything you want to take, then start discarding items based on wright and how much space it takes up. Like I usually have stuff for literally 60-70 later bag, then I start discarding items. Usually nothing from my toiletry bag, because that's comfort.
11) For hot and humid climates, carry those compressed towels. You can always discard it once it's used.
12) some people might have to even consider how big they are. I weigh 200 lbs and yes, my clothes will be larger and more bulky. I have to consider that as well. If I'm flying through major airports on my trip, I just check in all the clothes and keep my backpack very light.
There's lots to consider for these one backpack trips, Ideally one should start with a weekend trip and see if it suits them. One backpack trips are not for everyone.
great perspective, thanks for your input!
I use the 40L TomToc Navigator A-82 for my road trips for 3-5 days. It has a huge main compartment and plenty of pockets and admin storage. The main compartment can be opened clamshell or on the side like a book. There are a few reviews of it on YT.
I just received my first Tomtoc bag a few weeks ago, I should be doing a review on it soon
Tomtoc is nice but i opted for an Australian made CARIBEE 40L bag. Both are nice
I think when I set out a couple years ago, I was carrying everything but the kitchen sink. Over time, I *vehemently* believe that I carry overall less than my travel buddy/roomie. Pared it down to nearly a science. A lot of it is discussed in your video.
1/3 of my stuff is tech gear, 1/3 clothes, 1/3 misc+ essentials (and bags in bags ie. sling).
I'm not completely OBT, but I get checked bags for almost any domestic US commercial airline. Mostly do warmer climates, so it keeps the clothes weight down.
Being bug food, I also carry additional stuff to ward those suckers off.
I had an inkling you were from Florida. haha. Also kudos on the nicotine gum. :)
I *vehemently* believe you did not know I was from Florida ;)
Hey, great video! I am planning to check out more. Quick question for you regarding gear in your video. What type of pen pouch do you have on your moleskin notebook?
thanks! That pen pouch was gifted to me and bought locally in Hong Kong, but it's basically something like this www.amazon.com/dp/B09CW1TT94/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B09CW1TT94&pd_rd_w=L448G&content-id=amzn1.sym.f734d1a2-0bf9-4a26-ad34-2e1b969a5a75&pf_rd_p=f734d1a2-0bf9-4a26-ad34-2e1b969a5a75&pf_rd_r=E46R4E4S0SQX8XPV0WW3&pd_rd_wg=ewUwW&pd_rd_r=54557f73-18be-4c4c-8053-9df84be72954&s=office-products&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWw
Can't wait to see your own bag design Aaron.
thanks dude! Big updates coming in the coming weeks
Love the haslem jersey
UD40!
My Dad could pack a postage stamp so I come to it naturally. My bag of choice is the OG2 from Lo & Sons plus a Nouvelle crossbody I pack in the side pocket for EDC. I follow the 4 point packing system: Clothing, Toiletries, Tech and Documentation. Each category gets its own packing cube or pouch. I grab my water bottle and my bento box lunch and I’m out the door.
Pro status
My assistant uses this slim bag for the gym. How is this your one bag, specifically and what’s for lunch?
@@robertlmckenzie1606 Although slim, the bag has large side pockets, a water bottle sleeve, and separate laptop and shoe compartments. My packing cube with clothing for a week goes in the main compartment. Dress shoes and slippers go in the shoe compartment. Toiletries go in a slim pouch in a side pocket. My tech and an iPad Mini fit nicely in the laptop sleeve. My EDC, passport and boarding passes go in the other side pocket with organization for my phone, pen and keys. For lunch I pack fruit, nuts, olives, crackers, cheese and chocolate schoolboy cookies.
@@beautifulgirl1375 Your breakdown leaves me with more questions. How much clothing can you fit in a single packing cube? How much tech does an iPad mini require and do you realize your lunch is a charcuterie board?
@@robertlmckenzie1606 I can fit 7 tops, 3 bottoms, underwear and 2 pairs of pajamas in my packing cube. In my tech pouch I pack a charger, portable charger, mini tripod, converter, personal alarm, wedge door alarm and travel carbon monoxide detector. And yes, I do know my lunch is a charcuterie board.
Thanks for the video! What's the reasoning behind 3 shorts (plus a pair of jeans/pants?). Given that there were 3 t-shirts and 3 undershirts that seems to be a bit much for a minimalist (2 should suffice?). Also missed swimming trunks on the list 😊.
Aaron swims in off trail lakes and streams 😂 no swimming trunks for him
I’m not a great minimalist lol
I'm also planning on doing a one bag living life where all I own except for furnitures would fit in one bag, therefore I could travel anywhere in the world pretty easily. I'm saving up money to buy Peak Design Travel 30L backpack, kinda concerned about the straps but at least it will limit me to stay within 7kg. I'm definitely invested with the Peak Design because of their customer service and actually real lifetime warranty.
sounds epic! And yea, Peak Design lifetime warranty is insanely good
Zion from the video actually uses one of those packs- he praised it very highly
I’ve been one bag traveling for over 10 years with my Osprey Farpoint 50 which has been the best bag I’ve ever owned! 👍🏽
can never go wrong with Osprey
@@Nomads.Nation yessir! Btw I mistyped meant to type 40 not 50
@@jaymeez thanks for the clarification! The Osprey Farpoint 40 is a very special pack to me because it was the first travel bag that I loved, and that experience lead me down the rabbit-hole where I am now... reviewing bags and making a pack of my own!
@@banana_necessary Yes! That was my only complaint. I would grab the new one but I’m looking to downsize to a 30L
@@banana_necessary nice! I'll have to check it out
a hero we dont deserve, but here it is :) thanks I'm buying bit "Premium" bag for ryanair 3 day travel backpacks
Legend!
Great video! Could you do a one-bag travel video specifically for women?
As a man, I don’t think I’d be able to come from a place of authority on the topic, but it’s a great content idea… maybe I’ll see if I can employ some help from the females in the community
Hmmm, my suggestion is use a carry-on suitcase if the backpack is too heavy. You can definitely choose our brand, tenacious trunks with the next level organization.
Can vouch - you guys make great suitcases
My favorite is my hybrid hiking pants. Just unzip the lower part then you have a cargo short pants. Zip the lower part then its a long pants.
a bit dorky, but I cannot deny the functionality of them
Aaron, my main two issues are shoes and cpap. don’t think Air Force ones are going to cut it at high end restaurants. I need a nicer pair of shoes, causal every day shoes and trainers. The last two I can usually combine, but those dressier shoes take up space. Bought a travel cpap, pricey!
yup, everyone is going to have their couple of things that make one-bagging a challenge (for me its always heavy tech gear). Hopefully you can find the perfect all-in-on shoe dude!
No one really talked about necessary stuff that takes up space like medical items/equipment/medicines that take up a good chunk of that already tight space.
The other thing is people often want to charge everything all at one time. If you stagger your charging, you can carry less cabling etc. Also, if using a multiport USB charger, get a few really short cables since they don't need to be 6 feet.
Edit: My one bag stuff is mainly business stuff, so I'm using the Knack Series 1 medium. Usually gets what I need for those things.
I personally don't travel with any medical equipment, so hence not being on my list, but definitely something that many people have to consider when making their own packing lists.
May someone know if there is a possibility to have any problems on the airplane with the mil-tec 40L bag? I am actually askink if someone has any experience with the specific bag and if they made him pay extra money? If someone knows something it would be really helpful
hoping someone can help!
Hi there. Attempting to buy a travel bag as a gift for someone and have fallen down a rabbit hole of information. I know his plan to travel around South East Asia. Mostly by motorbike. A phone and possibly a tablet or laptop is the most he would be taking with him as far as tech goes. Ive managed to narrow the list down to
Aer 3(I worry the front organization pocket wouldnt be useful for him)
Peak Design
Cotopaxi Allpa 42L
If you had to choose one for a first time traveler. What would be your choice?
I have never reviewed Cotopaxi, and Peak Design bags have a bad reputation for being uncomfortable. Have you looked at the Minaal Carry On 3.0? It's the exact bag I used while motorbiking around Vietnam and it has significantly less pockets than the Aer TP3. If that's too pricey then from your list I would pick ATP3 - he'll find use for the pockets
You should check the Rolling Square cable, very practical, resistant, high speed transfer, been using it for 2 years and it’s flawless
whoaa this looks awesome. Probably gonna buy it today lol
@@Nomads.Nation the XL its awesome, but there is a mini size for one bag travel and can be attached externally
@@DrLuisEsqueda I might buy both ;)
Can you please review the Alexxander Designs Neo Backpack
Already did a brief review on it. Check our review of the best budget EDC bags
Your travel blog is good but one thing I see in almost all of these videos is with the items you share would never pass the weight limit when flying outside of the USA. So if you travel US airlines which don't weigh your carryon that works but outside of that it will not even with how you have become very minimalistic
Thanks for the feedback! I would say though that my packing list definitely takes this into consideration. It's not about bringing all of these things on, it's about picking and choosing what's right for your particular trip. But if I take my bare essentials and pack it into a Minaal 3.0 Daily, it'll easily pass the weight test
All I have to say is that whatever backpack you are designing better be the absolute best backpack ever made.
Thanks for the comment! Why so much pressure on me lol
The pixelation at the mention of hardcore! 😂😂😂
Our editor Tav has a one-of-a-kind sense of humor loll
Yesss!!! Somebody got it!!! Im so happy
Ebags Motherload so good I bought another. Any of your recommendations have a separate shoulder strap like mine?
looks like a cool bag! Not sure what you mean about the separate shoulder strap tho... 🤔
@@Nomads.Nation like the motherload so it can be carried like a messenger bag or a backpack.
@@wizerdjuice9589 hmm the bag I'm looking at doesn't have the strap system you are referring to... link me?
No water storage area. 👎🏻
For me I can stretch a 20L bag for 2+ weeks if I need to. I ranger roll all my clothes so I can pack a ton of clothes in a small space and I travel extremely light and don’t really buy anything while I’m abroad. I have a 2 week trip back to Scotland next year with a friend and I’m 100% doing one bag, and that bag will probably be my new Eberle stock bandit which is a 14L bag and my ALPAKA utility case as a sling for my tech essentials. I do laundry when I travel and all my clothes are earth tones that work together no matter how I pair them and I bring one weeks worth of underwear, socks, and shirts. And I bring one spare pair of pants. Shoes are waterproof hiking shoes so I’m good no matter what and solid shampoo bar and small bar of soap is all I need as I can grab a cheap toothbrush and toothpaste when I get to my destination. One bag is so liberating as you don’t have to wait for anything, if you want to leave you just go and it’s so much less stressful if a flight gets canceled or delayed, no more lost luggage. Nice video man 👍
Thanks dude!
Any thoughts on the Osprey Porter 46L?
My sister has been using it and I got a good look at it when her and I traveled through Europe together last month. Overall it’s not the sexiest bag ever, but it’s really well designed and can pack a ton of gear. I’ll try and do a full review soon
its gonna be the pack i take to EU a couple weeks. I can't justify shelling out cash for a better (mainly just smaller) bag when i already own the porter46.
My gripe with the porter46 used to be comfort, but after watching aarons vids i learnt that it probably wasn't the fault of the bag, and more-so my fault for packing it improperly and not using load-lifter straps optimally.
Now my main issue with it is how big it is. It's not completely airline compliant, and I don't think it suits a fast-moving traveller.
What i've heard is to keep it underpacked, and be warned some budget airlines may or may not make me check it. Some people flew ryanair for example without a hitch, others weren't so lucky. It also feels less like a backpack and more like a huge sack i wear on my back. 30-35L would be the sweet spot for me.
The compression system is amazing. It's built well, I don't see this bag falling apart on my travels. It's reliable, thats why i'm taking it.
@@cullateral Osprey bags are known for their durability, so it definitely won't fall apart on you, or at least it would be very unlikely. But like you said, for one bag travel its a bit big for some airlines. ~30L is typically considered the sweet spot
Literally exploding 😮
quite literally lol
backpack + small carryon spinner for me. electronics + camera are too heavy to also pack clothing
Yea you gotta split it up sometimes to make it work
Love the idea of one bag travel myself, but I need to check a bag because I need to travel with liquids. It's a bummer, but travelling minimally is great even if I have to check the bag. A minor inconvenience, at least to me.
I check bags sometimes when I have to as well - agreed it’s just a minor inconvenience (unless your bag gets lost ofc)
I always pack to much. All the other videos I watched where interesting, but did not help. I think your approach of not just showing what you pack but talking more about the mindset or the "why" spoke to me. Will do next time when I am on a city trip.
By the way: My shirts always wrinkle as hell. Is this solved with merino wool, too? Or do you have any other tips?
Glad the video was helpful! And yes, learn how to army roll your clothes (sometimes know as ‘ranger roll’). Works like a charm
I have been using the multi cables for a couple years now, and believe me i am not easy on them. They have withstood the test of time and hard wear. Really no reason to worry about them.
Great to know, thanks!
That's interesting, would you mind giving us and the community a brand name? I specifically asked Aaron to put this bit in because I've never had a multi- cable last more than a month.
@@mrtavetski1859 im curious as well
Mrtavetski1859, if you were asking me, the brand is minlu.
Awesome! thank you!!! @@jaimetarne9436
I only travel with 1 or max 2 bag.
When I travel for more than a week I use my atd1 supply 21 to 55l I'm prepared for all with this bag.
But in the other case I try to travel for my weekend with a personal item of a low cost like easy jet or ryanair, and I use alot of different bag like a modern dyafarer backpack goruck gr2 26l or the gr1 21l . Travel with only one bag it the most affordable way for travel for me . Lot of company charge alot on the luggage or for the carry on bag .
When I travel with 2 bags are often one big backpack and one small duffle or backpack that convert in a shoulder bag
the one-bag-travel-force is strong with you
@@Nomads.Nation if you dont have alot of money and you love travel its the only way 🤣
@@fabriziogargiulo7435 🙌
i only use one bag travel if i have to travel for work within the same country (cambodia). if i fly to thailand or vietnam 2 or 3 days it depends on how you travel. i always want to travel light as possible but never happen cause family or friends want something unless i just go without telling anyone.
that's why I never tell anyone where I'm traveling 😉
@Nomads.Nation I learned...but someone it will leak lol it has to be a spontaneous trip hahaha
@@JDMillest23 😂
Cotopaxi Allpa 42L. Good for a weekend. Good for >month. One bag for all trips.
Can't believe I still haven't reviewed a Cotopaxi bag... need to soon!
@@Nomads.Nation understand Cotopaxi bags are not for digital nomads. They have like 0 organization. You need to do-it-yourself with pouches and cubes. I prefer that, but that’s a personal preference. And I pair my Allpa 42 with the Chasqui sling, which is my fav on the market.
@@blafonovision4342 I'm not against 0 organization bags - they are usually lighter and great for certain lifestyles/trips. But I do tend to gravitate more towards bags with a bit more features/pockets for sure
@@Nomads.Nation I’m not being critical. It’s a matter of taste. A Cotopaxi travel pack is basically several buckets of varying sizes. How you organize those buckets is up to you. If you like that sort of thing, they are great. I do one bag travel for leisure only. When I travel for business, it’s always TravelPro carry-on suitcase plus Nomadic backpack.
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Major informative! But do you EVER wear anything but t-shirts? 😎
Thanks dude! Like what? I wore a button down shirt for my wedding, that count?
@@Nomads.Nation luv yer stuff, Aaron ..prob hitting Istanbul this year and wondering about packing: yeah, I'll make a list ..😬
@@mkphilly luv Istanbul - have a Turkish tea for me there!
This is so funny! When i first met aaron i was poking fun at him for having only 3 t-shirts.
Now I'm looking to downsize my wardrobe
@@mrtavetski1859 less is more (aaron bows and bangs gong)
I packed for a week long hunting trip in Argentina in a 35 liter backpack. I never travel with a suitcase. Now i only fly with personal item size.
Nice work! Also, I've never been on a week-long hunting trip in Argentina, but now I really want to lol.
@@Nomads.Nation It was an incredible experience!
Question is cash - how are you carrying "large" amounts of cash in -- Japan? We are doing most of Japan and not just major cities. Concerned about using cards where we understand that Japan is still mostly a cash society for normal daily things like food and transportation. We are headed there in a few months and chose to bring 400k jpy with us to get started on a 4 week trip.
I'd keep most of it in my bag at the hotel and take what I need out day to day in my sling
I remember having major difficulties withdrawing cash from japanese ATM's, the ones at a post office seemed to work. I wonder if customs will have any questions if you show up at the border with 400k
@@mrtavetski1859 Customs is 1m jpy and above.
No link for the belt?
good looks! Just added, and here you go - go.nomadsnation.com/money-belt
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks!
@@ChaosRandomness glad to help!
How do you buy souvenirs? Where on earth do you keep all the trinkets you buy???
Guilty on not buying many souvenirs lol. But if you want to just put them in a tote and bring them on the plane
Aer Travel Pack 3 + Aer Travel Sling 2 FTW
FTW!
Solid choice.
I have the able carry max, it is actually heavy, and have some deadspaces because it is made of such tough and thick material
I then bought the 32l northface voyager and I honestly prefer this much more. It is durable but flexible hence it really does carry more.
Another great one is the patagonia MLC.
And finally for a smaller pack, I reocmmend moment MTW 21l. Minimalist pack with enough organization for your tech and a big horse shoe main compartment
Great suggestions, I'll have to check out all those the bags 💪
2 lenses would never cut it for me precisely because I am not a pro and I don't just shoot 1 or 2 subjectss.
I try to take body + 2 lenses when I travel and last time I did that it was a 14mm 1.8 prime + 50mm 1.4 prime. I wanted the challenge on landscape shots and a 50 is quite versatile but it's not a 35mm. Stepping back won't do and a 35mm is not a 50mm. A 3 lens setup with a 24-70 + 2x primes would work depending on the situation. 24-70 not going to cut it handheld at night and a tripod + head is much more heavier and cumbersome to carry than a prime.
I think 24mm + 50mm or 35mm + 85mm is a good kit. Ultrawides are situational but you can plan to create those situations. I find tele lenses or macro/close up lenses the least versatile but also the most magical.
Appreciate your feedback!
I don't get it. Is travel baggage a lifestyle thing now?
For me it depends on the duration/purpose of the trip. Weekend/overnight getaway = 1 small bag will do. 1 week up to 1 month = backpack + duffel. 1 month to 1 year = Daypack + hiking backpack + giant duffel.
Yea it’s lifestyle-y now, but also people are just sick of paying fees and airlines losing their luggage
@@Nomads.Nation Yeah, that's logical. Everybody tries to get away with one bag but necessity often forces us to pack more stuff.
@@orcaflotta7867 very true!
im asian so we have to have 2 big check in suit cases per person. we go back to mainland and fill it up with souvenirs and food to bring back to the U>S>
I live in Hong Kong, I know lol
Surprissed osprey farpoint is not here, personally thats tje ultimate travel backpack
Minus the crazy amount of dangle going on and the suss laptop sleeve… I too love the Farpoint
Polaroid comment flew under the radar lol
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For cloth, Uniqlo airism T-shirt and underwear is some of the best budget pick. Quick dry , anti odour. Tested and proofed in my recent trip to eu for Camino and visiting.
love me some Uniqlo
That's solid info - i was just holding one of those in my hand and put it back ln the rack, because i wasn't sure. Ill pick one up next time
Nike Air Force 1 black on black on black.
My fav shoes ever. But I live in Hong Kong and my siblings in the US tell me now that black AF1s are not cool right now and that only crazy people wear them… I can’t keep up with these trends lol
@@Nomads.Nation I don't care about the trends, they just look right. Back in the day, Nike would not sell online in Romania (where I live) and it was basically impossible for me to get them in all black, number 47. Then I went to the UK on a work related visit and I entered Foot Locker for some reason. Long story short I bought 6 pairs of Air Force 1 in all black, EU number 47. Fortunately, Nike delivers online orders in Romania now so I can order them without a problem. I was nice seeing somebody else linking the same colorway.
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Rick Steves is the OG of one-bag travel. Check out his videos. It’s an awesome way to travel! And I learned it first from Rick Steves.
Literally the OG
Great video but saying all those recommended bags will "always fit under the seat in front of you" is kind of misleading. Always check airline dimensions as none of the recommended bags here will fit airlines in canada
Good point! Should said "almost always"
Merino wool is not cheap in Malaysia... Haha
I could imagine... its not cheap even in the States lol
One bag travel works great until you start adding cameragear and tech into the equation 😂
totally true. Go light, or bring a suitcase lol
Solgaard
so-good?
@@Nomads.Nation the name of the luggage company is solgaard.. the backpack would be great for your one bag travel
@@thetruthbdatruth I've always wanted to Solgaard gear, I've heard good things
My Peak Design 20L backpack and any random four wheel carry on soft side bag. One total bag just isn’t practical. You only need a suitcase if you are buying stuff and bringing it back.
Personally, I think one bag travel is very practical. I do it often.
Here is my take on 1 bag travel. One bag travel is only good if your staying for like 3 to 4 days with very minimal electronics and your staying in a hotel or somewhere near the city or it is convinient to buy essential things. Sadly if your a photographer/vlogger and wants to create quality content not the kind of style you will follow.
I agree. OBT is great but I don't do it all the time, definitely more likely to for shorter trips these days
FFFF Frontier. The Dollar Store of airlines. Worst the Walmart.
they definitely are building a reputation for themselves
But if u pack less so u dont lose time with ur large bagage at the airport... And then u gotta do laundry.... Which costs time ...😅
you aren't wrong haha
My friend, you may want another pass at blurring the name in the zoom call.
thanks for that!
Why would TSA care about a bar of soap? ;-)
you can never predict what they will care about lol
Maybe the soap smells sus?
its all nice and stuff but once you get back problems/ gotten older. its a wrapped
Great point that isn't discussed enough. Heavy bags put a lot of stress on your neck/back. I usually only one bag with smaller bags these days. If I have to pack a ton of stuff, I'm more and more tempted to take a suitcase.
Soft D at the end!!!
sofffft 'd' 😂
"literally" exploding
quite literally lol
I wish people would stop with the Merino wool. There are plenty of alternatives that don't include animal exploitation to get the job done whilst traveling.
I’m not educated on the impacts of the industry on animals and I also eat animal products so I can’t really comment
I want a bag that i can fit a 16 inch laptop, my steamdeck, my headphones and clothes n shit in.
Any bag that fits a 16 inch laptop should be good for you 💪🏾
Who fly frontier anyway.. ripoff
Not my favorite airline
What!? F* Frontier. Their seats are so uncomfortable anyways.
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