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Hehe yes - I totally feel you on the CTB26… not as flattering for us not-so-talls (and the lack of strap keepers is a bit puzzling). The Max EDC is my fav 26L bag, def recommend it.

@@Productivity-jc1sc currently traveling with it - such a gem

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Haha I don’t know about that but I’ll take it 🤟

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totally feel you on the bag switchage... but it's nice to have the option. one less step also every time you need your essentials

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absolutely. the front stash pocket is super spacious and it's a great place to throw your shoes.. my sneakers (US sz 9) fit very comfortably there. you have plenty of additional space in the main compartment for clothes/towels/etc and you can keep your shoes separate.

been using the able carry max edc - a bit bigger than what I’m accustomed to but I’ve been really enjoying it (and the extra space for the kids)

I think you’re absolutely correct. Thanks for the callout - another good reason to opt for that awesome color.

hahaa totally feel you. the V2 does have a flatter bottom than the pro. since it also uses a more rigid shell fabric that gives it more structure, it def stands better than the pro. with that being said, it won't stand alone when empty and even when it's packed.. it doesn't consistently stand on it's own like other bags. in case you missed it on the vid, i talk about this at the 13:28 mark

@@nitpacker its such a dealbreaker for a "work" bag thats meant to be taken and set beside you while working that you have to lean it up against something or always have it fully packed out to self stand. Love everything else about it but the non flat bottom is such a form over function decision 🥲

@@namcanguyen8781 100% If you haven’t already, check out the sympl commuter (20L). A bit more technical looking but it stands incredibly well (regardless of how it’s packed) and I prefer the organization over the workpack pro. Will be rolling out that video in the next week or so..

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thanks man! funnily enough, the pro pack 20 is very likely the next one i'll be doing. you should also check out the sympl commuter (20L)... I'll be posting a vid in the next week or two.

much appreciated! such a solid bag. I will def take you up on that in the near future :)

yeahh :( although I will say, i'm all about the blue now - has def grown on me quite a bit. plus... you get a nice, cream interior compared to the same old standard gray that comes with the black one.

appreciate it 🤝... the V2 def stands better than the Pro (bc of the more rigid shell fabric and the Pro has a more rounded bottom) but unfortunately neither of them stand on their own effortlessly. I had to carefully pack V2 for it to stand for the vid but even then, it still toppled over multiple times. I actually show this in more detail at the 13:26 mark of the V2 vs V1 vid (link here: ruclips.net/video/x7Scgfjxtc0/видео.html&lc=Ugw-PZsw-4SPcu-_2ed4AaABAg)

I’m traveling atm - will have to triple check when I get back.. but from what I recall, it was high enough for me to not have to worry about it!

@@nitpacker Thanks sm if you're able to check! I want to get the first edition because it has more pockets but saw a review from pack hacker and he says its not high enough.

@@itsCheshiree will do - will be this weekend!

Love it - enjoy her :)

glad it helped! lmk your thoughts once you get it 👊

thanks so much my dude.. as are you! I was pleasantly surprised with it. they made some solid refinements (for the most part)

appreciate it 🤟! i couldn't agree with you more on the missing features.. esp the sunglass pouch. smart move picking it up during BFCM - such good value for the 2nd edition with the 30% off discount. cheers :)

@@nitpackerhey brother shoot me an email when you get a chance

thanks man :) i've actually been meaning to trim that part out of the vid (which I just did)! Since posting, I've had a couple others that pointed out the same thing you did and i'm glad it was such a simple fix. the bag is now only one nitpick away from perfection (standing on it's own) 😎

The good ole non-negotiables 🙃

Thank u señor 🤟

Hmmm… that’s super interesting. I wonder if they have any fabric variants beyond the ones on the v2 and the pro… and which color gets which version. The bronze v2 fabric on the pro would be chef’s kiss

something about a quick up and down vertical zip makes it easier for me to get in and out with just one hand! especially when i'm wrangling kids at the same time. also, having the bag laying horizontal on luggage helps in that case. but im totally with you, i previously had a thule edc bag that was vertically standing with luggage pass-through and it's the optimal setup :)

totally respect that! staying hydrated is not a strength of mine, haha. if I was just driving to work, I'd def take something bigger... but for traveling/commuting, anything beyond 24-32oz takes up a lot of space/weight (and good bag options with a dedicated holder become even more limited). but that's the beauty of bags, different strokes for different folks

@nitpacker ohh yea, i should specify that i find it easier to kist keep the 64oz in the car so as im moving around i do it that way. Or if going into a building for a while, i just still think hand carrying it in, setting it, and thats the cost for not refilling it 3 extra times throughout the day. For traveling for sure, smaller compact

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thanks 🤘 purely in terms of zipper buttery smoothness, some other solid options are: - aer pro pack 20L - thule subterra 21L - peak design everyday zip 20L (don't love the organization but the zippers are really satisfying) - able carry max edc (it's 26L so a bit bigger but the zippers are sensual)... this has become my EDC i'm always looking for a super smooth zipper experience. any other EDC options that come to mind, shoot them over

@@nitpacker Awesome insight. Thank you! I've had the Peak Design and love the functionality and zippers but hate the shoulder straps and tight laptop pocket. Been curious about Pakt's 22L everyday backpack because I've heard the zippers are great.

@@dougphi lmk your thoughts if you get your hands on it. i have a strange obsession with zippers, haha. i'll need to include a pilgrim churned butter zipper smoothness rating to future vids for the .08% of us

@ look up Samsonite Modern Utility Double Shot Laptop Backpack. Best zippers I’ve ever had but too many pockets/compartments for me. I keep coming back to it when I want that churned butter feel. Currently only around $90!

hahaa thankya. I'm rocking the Able Carry Max EDC :) it's on the larger end for what I typically rock for EDC but with 2 kids, I appreciate the extra space (for day-to-day and travel)... and it's just incredibly comfortable/satisfying to use

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I absolutely love the CTB 20/26 but comfort was the dealbreaker for me (unfortunately). Combination of having to adjust straps to a very specific tightness to make it more comfortable and I also experienced the classic lower back digging. For me, the Max EDC is the most comfortable bag I've ever owned. I don't have to worry about how tight the straps are... it's just comfortable no matter what. Although it's a 26L, it has a significantly slimmer profile than the CTB26 (7.5in depth vs 11.5in). The Max EDC fits comfortably under an airplane seat whereas the CTB it can be a tight fit (depending on the plane). In terms of organization, both are fantastic. The Max EDC slightly edges it for me for 2 reasons: 1. Stretch mesh for smaller pockets keeps your stuff more snugly secured 2. The front stash pocket on the Max EDC has more volume so it's a great place to fit larger things and keeping it segmented from the main compartment. I hope they incorporate a few of the things I love in the Max EDC to a future iteration of their Daily Plus for a more compact/EDC friendly size.

@@nitpacker Tnx for your elaborate response. And I'm glad to see that the Max EDC addresses the shortcomings of the CTB26. Makes it a viable alternative!

@@CedricRachmad cheers 😎

howdy - thanks man! my current EDC is the able carry max edc... it's a little bigger than my typical EDC bag but i've got two kiddos now and I've grown to appreciate the extra space. It has a pretty slim profile compared to most 26L bags so it doesn't look big on. That bag is something else...

Much appreciated :) I actually launched the channel a little bit over a month ago

lmaoo. embrace thy inner maximizer. and glad the able carry vid helped nudge you. easily my favorite bag (at the moment) 🦾

thanks my dude - appreciate the support, means a lot 😎

thankya! great call out - that was something I was also confused on and I actually meant to include in the final edit but forgot to slip it in there. In terms of volume in the main compartment, they feel pretty much identical (I packed them out with the same things). With that being said, the Pro gains a little bit of volume in these places: 1. Concealed water bottle compartment 2. Front admin pocket feels more spacious (~25%) than the stash pocket on the V2 3. External side access pocket on Pro Not sure how exactly Bellroy is calculating their volume but I suspect the 2L difference comes from those 3 areas... the overall capacity difference btw the two feels negligible and I wouldn't go for one over the other for the volume. With that being said, I do appreciate that Air Pod Max's fit comfortably on the Pro front pocket whereas on the V2 I would have to throw them in the main compartment.

​@@nitpacker thanks for the answer and good to know that they pretty much feels the same in size!

@@inc2000 I ordered both last week and ended up returning the Pro because it looked and felt bulkier and somewhat uneven in shape. The V2 has a more compact and balanced design in terms of proportions compared to the Pro. Of course, it all comes down to personal preference. The Pro also has fewer compartments and reminded me more of a suitcase. Additionally, I preferred the interior color of the V2, so for me, the choice was an easy one. Either way, best of luck with making your decision!

@@CrusoesQuest thanks for your input!

@@inc2000 which one did you choose?

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Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it 🤟

@@RadarRS1 I’m glad you were able to solve for that with a little tinkering and time. I did notice it was a bit better without the frame sheet but I’ve gotten increasingly particular with comfort… ultimately something I don’t like to compromise on (esp at that price point). Such a badass bag otherwise.

Aaron - truly appreciate the support, good sir. Your vids have been fueling my bag obsession for years … 🤟

Hahaa I don’t know about that but we’ll take it ⚡️

you have a mighty collection - the griffin is a beaut 🔥 with the luggage passthrough, I totally get your point and that's definitely why that's the standard setup on most bags. with that being said... I previously had a Thule bag with a horizontal passthrough and it didn't get in the way of my handle at all. My dad has a Thule Subterra 27L and same thing. just comes down to how far the luggage handle extends