Yes, that's what I'm talking about! A brief summary of budget-friendly backpacks with a link to your review of each of them if we want to learn more. Tomtoc has been on my list for a while now, but I've still got a few months that I can research before I travel in July. Tomtoc is looking like a winner though!
Thank you sir. Your other videos had backpacks too expensive but this one is great. Snagged the Matein backpack for 28 bucks on amazon's flash deal. It was meant to be, never had that happened before.
I bought my Daypack from Mopak last year, and it's been surprisingly convenient for my work as a cameraman. What I appreciate most is the ease of access; you can simply swing it over your right shoulder, open the top with your left hand, and grab your camera in one smooth motion. It's straightforward and hassle-free, which is exactly what I need when moving between locations to capture shots
@@Nomads.Nationno it isn’t the peak design everyday zip is a large side zipper and sometimes you have to open the entire side up not just a small side bottom zip
Thanks! I own the Matein Travel backpack, but as someone who sweats a lot, its back cooling feature doesn't work well for me. I'm also considering the Mopak City Cycle Backpack lately and would love to hear your thoughts on it.
Thanks so much! I have not but from everything I’ve heard I agree it probably would have been a great addition to this list. Hopefully I can get my hands on one soon
Such a wonderful video thanks Aaron. I am traveling to Greece and Bali for 1 month and a half in August and September, and I am debating on a budget one or investing a little bit more into it and getting the Aer Travel Pack XPack (the small one because the normal one is not passing the Qatar carry on limitations) I am still not sure ! Maybe it would be worth just going for the Aer since I plan to travel more often in the future and doing road trips? Thanks aagain Aaron !
I’m a fan of both bags that bring value and bags that are super premium. I would say that an Aer bag will likely last longer than a more budget bag, but that’s a decision for you and your personal financial situation. But the Aer TP3 usually doesn’t disappoint ;)
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks Aaron ! I will get the Tomtoc for now to save some money and in the future I might get the Aer one ! Worst case scenario I have 2 travel ones - which is not that bad !! Cheers !!
Now we're doing reviews for the "people", the blue collars, the farmers, the shopkeepers. family of five on a budget and me. But would you dare do a Backpack reviews under $50.? A challenge if you wish to accept it. Perhaps even bring it up on your podcasts that's being watched by a growing subs. Cowabunga from The Land Down Under.!
@@Nomads.NationI really love the tomtoc 28l...do you think that (if not too stuffed) it can fit under seat of the most restrictive companies (Ryanair etc)?
@@DavideNastri I can't say for sure. Check the Tomtoc dimensions, add an inch or two for when its "stuffed" and then cross-check the airline you are looking to fly on
Any chance you can review the kaslo 30Liter daypack? It is somewhat budget friendly compared to other brands and its from a well known company too. Thanks nomad nation!
@@Nomads.Nation i can't see if there is a dangle stopper on the backpacks, do they? like you i just hate the dangle. looking into it, i prefer my aer more, however, mopak has more cool colors than aer. i think i am going to try their tech pouch 1st.
Huge fan of my adidas backpack. Only big concern are the zippers, but for dirt cheap that my friend got for me... it is insane and I'm pretty good at taking care of my stuff. I wonder why people don't review the ll bean backpacks more. The deluxe backpack for the price isn't terrible at all and the comfort is a lot better than the straight straps. Also have a few jansports. Problem with them with me are they're not comfortable.
Were there any reasons why you have never evaluated Wenger Synergy backpacks? Their quality and versatility outperform any of the backpacks shown in the video.
Do any of these have a hip belt? I’ve just decided I can’t carry 30+ liters without a hip belt but I’m not seeing one on any of the budget packs. It can’t be THAT expensive to add a hip belt!
Something I noticed, why is it that cheaper brands always seem to have tons of color ways while premium names just have like 3-4 at most? Is it a cost/quality thing?
I just got the Inateck, and people should be warned that the huge laptop compartment has very little padding at the bottom. I will have to add some extra protection for my computer. Otherwise it appears as I expected.
@@Nomads.Nation I’m sure it will still do it’s job of getting me from the airport to the cruise ship with as much as I would want to carry. Thanks for the helpful review.
That Mopak is a blatant copy of the PGYtech OneMo Backpack 18L. Minus the internal shelves, cause it’s not for photo gear and just the upper flap is reversed. Even the internal colour and materials are the same. (Maybe they are under the same parent company? Can’t find info on that)
Can you keep your backpack around $100? I'd buy one if you put all that thought into it. I don't care about the small pocket in the strap. I'd rather have a strap that doesn't come off the main bag and break.
the bag almost costs that much to make, let alone ship around the world! We will def look into maker more accessibly priced bags at some point, but right now I'm very focused on making the highest quality bags from the highest quality materials made by the highest quality sewers
clicked in for a backpack video, and was stunned by the callous and inaccurate racism at 4:08. southeast asia has a far lower crime rate than regions such as the US, africa, and various parts of south america.
I'll admit that I didn't reference any data in regards to my statement, but calling the guy who lived in Thailand (one year), Hong Kong (six years) and Vietnam (8 months, and here currently) "callously racist" just doesn't land.
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I really like these videos with multiple bags all at once
nice! we plan to do a LOT of them over the next few months :)
Believe it or not, when I saw Jansport on your list, the thought crossed my mind whether you had created an “April Fools video”.
ha nope! great brand for the price
@@arlencarlson Nothing wrong with Jansport mate. It's not what you use, it how you use it.
Jainspurt is the best
Yes, that's what I'm talking about! A brief summary of budget-friendly backpacks with a link to your review of each of them if we want to learn more.
Tomtoc has been on my list for a while now, but I've still got a few months that I can research before I travel in July. Tomtoc is looking like a winner though!
its a great freaking pack for the price, no doubt
Yesss shoulder strap pockets are absolutely amazing, unlimited usefulness!
Very functional I’ll give you that
You convinced me. I’m getting the TomToc but waiting until Prime Days in July. Last year it was $64 then.
I commend your patience 🙇♂️
I do like the bagg on trap for the phone , when they can fit a phone though
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love the presentation! Great job Aaron!
Thanks so much!
Thank you sir. Your other videos had backpacks too expensive but this one is great. Snagged the Matein backpack for 28 bucks on amazon's flash deal. It was meant to be, never had that happened before.
meant to be!
Have you tried thé quechua NH escape 500 ? Quite a rival to the tomtoc in this budget friendly family. I have it in 32L and it works great !
I've seen it but never reviewed it, hopefully soon!
I bought my Daypack from Mopak last year, and it's been surprisingly convenient for my work as a cameraman.
What I appreciate most is the ease of access; you can simply swing it over your right shoulder, open the top with your left hand, and grab your camera in one smooth motion. It's straightforward and hassle-free, which is exactly what I need when moving between locations to capture shots
basically all camera bags are built that way, but glad you like this one!
@@Nomads.Nationno it isn’t the peak design everyday zip is a large side zipper and sometimes you have to open the entire side up not just a small side bottom zip
Thanks! I own the Matein Travel backpack, but as someone who sweats a lot, its back cooling feature doesn't work well for me. I'm also considering the Mopak City Cycle Backpack lately and would love to hear your thoughts on it.
we did a full review on the Mopak launch products, link in description
Is Caribee Traveller 40 available outside Australia? You could review that!
Never heard of it, but I’ll check em out!
I just purchased the Caribee Atlas brillant bag and inexpensive
Another great review Aaron. Have you ever reviewed the Ebags motherload? It seems like it woud fit into this video's criteria.
Thanks so much! I have not but from everything I’ve heard I agree it probably would have been a great addition to this list. Hopefully I can get my hands on one soon
Such a wonderful video thanks Aaron. I am traveling to Greece and Bali for 1 month and a half in August and September, and I am debating on a budget one or investing a little bit more into it and getting the Aer Travel Pack XPack (the small one because the normal one is not passing the Qatar carry on limitations)
I am still not sure ! Maybe it would be worth just going for the Aer since I plan to travel more often in the future and doing road trips? Thanks aagain Aaron !
I’m a fan of both bags that bring value and bags that are super premium. I would say that an Aer bag will likely last longer than a more budget bag, but that’s a decision for you and your personal financial situation. But the Aer TP3 usually doesn’t disappoint ;)
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks Aaron ! I will get the Tomtoc for now to save some money and in the future I might get the Aer one ! Worst case scenario I have 2 travel ones - which is not that bad !! Cheers !!
Now we're doing reviews for the "people", the blue collars, the farmers, the shopkeepers. family of five on a budget and me. But would you dare do a Backpack reviews under $50.?
A challenge if you wish to accept it. Perhaps even bring it up on your podcasts that's being watched by a growing subs. Cowabunga from The Land Down Under.!
I accept! Now the challenge is fitting it into our content calendar 😂
very few good travel bags under 50, I think it's wroth mention amazonbasic carry on and amazonbasics carry on slim backpacks.
Really helpful channel, glad that i found it!
Glad to hear it!
Just enjoy your vids for your directness👍🙂
just trying to keep it real 💪
Great video. I would have really liked to hear your opinion on a Bange travel bag, as my Amazon searches keep leading me back to them.
I'll check it out!
Tomtoc or inateck? Which one has a better quality? And can any of them be used as a cabin bag, like a carry on or as a personal item bag?
both are great, maybe a slight edge to Tomtoc
@@Nomads.NationI really love the tomtoc 28l...do you think that (if not too stuffed) it can fit under seat of the most restrictive companies (Ryanair etc)?
@@DavideNastri I can't say for sure. Check the Tomtoc dimensions, add an inch or two for when its "stuffed" and then cross-check the airline you are looking to fly on
Please can you review the The North Face Groundwork Backpack?
I’ll add to our wish list!
Please do a review on Decathlon backpack 32L - NH Escape 500
Great rec! I'll add to our wish list
This is really cool!
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What should I buy for a laptop..
Arcido and Mopak probably have the best protection for laptops for this price range
@Nomads.Nation oops.. i just ordered the Tomtoc for $60 bc of the ending sale.. still works right? 😭
@@sheepcommander_ yes, great pick!!
The only 3 way ( having a separate shoulder strap ) was the Amazon basic?
Matein as well
@@Nomads.Nation thank you. Tempted to get all three sizes just trying to figure out if all of them are 3 ways.
Any chance you can review the kaslo 30Liter daypack? It is somewhat budget friendly compared to other brands and its from a well known company too. Thanks nomad nation!
Thanks for the recommendation, I’ll add to our wish list :)
completely off topic, but can you share your sister's bag channel. I can't seem to find your video she was in announcing it.
Gear for the Girls
now i am curious with mopak but my aer is only $99. hmmm let me check the full review and see if i can convince myself over aer
keep us posted!
@@Nomads.Nation i can't see if there is a dangle stopper on the backpacks, do they? like you i just hate the dangle. looking into it, i prefer my aer more, however, mopak has more cool colors than aer. i think i am going to try their tech pouch 1st.
@@juri991 I believe my versions have, but they are not with me now so I can't say with 100% certainty. Maybe double check with Mopak
Huge fan of my adidas backpack. Only big concern are the zippers, but for dirt cheap that my friend got for me... it is insane and I'm pretty good at taking care of my stuff. I wonder why people don't review the ll bean backpacks more. The deluxe backpack for the price isn't terrible at all and the comfort is a lot better than the straight straps. Also have a few jansports. Problem with them with me are they're not comfortable.
hoping to get an ll bean review live on this channel soon!
I got an adidas backpack at Walmart for $10 one time. Best one I ever had.
Can get the Gregory Resin for under $100 from a few retailers
Good looks!
Cool. I download, watch later...
Cheers!
Were there any reasons why you have never evaluated Wenger Synergy backpacks? Their quality and versatility outperform any of the backpacks shown in the video.
Never heard of them, but I’ll be sure to check them out
@@Nomads.Nation If you like the metropolitan look, check out the Wenger MX Light and Professional lineup backpacks. Just Google it.
No timbuk2? I loved all my timbuk2 bags before I got the more niche expensive ones.
Timbuk2 is one of the brands we haven’t reviewed yet but cannot wait to - hopefully soon!
Do any of these have a hip belt? I’ve just decided I can’t carry 30+ liters without a hip belt but I’m not seeing one on any of the budget packs. It can’t be THAT expensive to add a hip belt!
Some might as add-ons
Amazonbasics has a very simple one
Have you ever reviewed the Rick Steves backpack? I'm wondering how a professional Backpack reviewer would think of it.
Have not but would love to - hopefully soon!
I'm really very interested to see a review of inatek (for my girlfriend) 😅
Hopefully coming soon (for your girlfriend ofc)
Something I noticed, why is it that cheaper brands always seem to have tons of color ways while premium names just have like 3-4 at most? Is it a cost/quality thing?
that's an interesting question, and I would think your answer probably is on point.
I just got the Inateck, and people should be warned that the huge laptop compartment has very little padding at the bottom. I will have to add some extra protection for my computer. Otherwise it appears as I expected.
Yea, it’s a budget bag with a budget laptop compartment
@@Nomads.Nation I’m sure it will still do it’s job of getting me from the airport to the cruise ship with as much as I would want to carry. Thanks for the helpful review.
@@BardWannabe for sure!
Do a shirt review !
Ha well start testing some clothing reviews soon
That mopak looks suspiciously like pgytech backpack 🤔
I'll check it out
The Amazon is kind of a knock-off of the eBags Mother Lode. That can be around 100 on sale. You’ll like the interior fabric, very orange Alpaka style.
ive heard great things
That Mopak is a blatant copy of the PGYtech OneMo Backpack 18L. Minus the internal shelves, cause it’s not for photo gear and just the upper flap is reversed. Even the internal colour and materials are the same. (Maybe they are under the same parent company? Can’t find info on that)
Just checked it out. Are there some similarities, sure! ‘Blatant ripoff’ though… not even close (in my opinion)
jansport has not changed since the early 90's
Yea, they are consistent if anything
Jansport is nice, eastpak is better :)
I can't believe I haven't reviewed an Eastpack - soon hopefully!
Avoid the jansport
The zippers either last forever or for one week
Their qc is abysmal
Can you keep your backpack around $100? I'd buy one if you put all that thought into it. I don't care about the small pocket in the strap. I'd rather have a strap that doesn't come off the main bag and break.
the bag almost costs that much to make, let alone ship around the world! We will def look into maker more accessibly priced bags at some point, but right now I'm very focused on making the highest quality bags from the highest quality materials made by the highest quality sewers
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clicked in for a backpack video, and was stunned by the callous and inaccurate racism at 4:08. southeast asia has a far lower crime rate than regions such as the US, africa, and various parts of south america.
I'll admit that I didn't reference any data in regards to my statement, but calling the guy who lived in Thailand (one year), Hong Kong (six years) and Vietnam (8 months, and here currently) "callously racist" just doesn't land.