Good review and comparison. I snagged the Able Daily Plus - it’s been a good EDC so far. Like the stealth look of it and it has plenty of stash/organization built into the bag. I may take a look at the Bellroy Venture, but I’m going to wait since I just got the Daily Plus. :) Keep up the reviews.
I bought the Venture and returned. I like the idea of it but would prefer a separate laptop compartment. Plus I found the water bottle pocket too small when the bag was packed out. Super comfy and well made though.
@@Morphjin47 I think so. I had a packing cube in the bottom that was fairly packed and there wasn’t enough give in the water bottle pocket for my Camelbak Chute (24oz) Imagine if the bag were empty, it would fit but push into the main space of the bag
Hey Brotha! Been subscribed for a while and loving your content. I’m a dad, commuter and road warrior. I’ve been watching a lot of your videos trying to find a bag that is a win. I’ve really been vibing with the bags with an orange interior, space for a 16” MacBook and having a lot of compartments for my stuff and water bottle. Was curious if you’d be kind enough to make a recommendation? Once again! Thanks a lot! Much appreciated!!!!
Lots in that category with those features. Stay away from the smaller designs is you need to lug a 16" MB. But most full-size bags will work. I'd start with how big a bag you're looking for and what exactly you'll be carrying.
@@JBOutside1 16”MacBook and a 14” MacBook…. Lots of odds and ends from e technology perspective. Saving up for the ever goods 2L and 1L pouch and water bottles. Thinking something at 26L or greater. I’ve like the LTT backpack just struggle with the aesthetic. Thanks for the reach out
I don't have experience with Bellroy backpacks, but I do know they over estimate the liter capacity of their slings. I know companies measure differently, but be aware.
Another great video but please turn the music down a bit - or a lot - as it's very distracting and we just want to hear what you have to say about the bags.
Bummer. Another two bite the dust. Too long for my short torso (17"). I need the volume (at least 21L), not the length. Maddening. Great review., as always. Find me a bag! It's all about me...
Why not sell om-1 and on-5 and invest in new system? S5 II or Sony would be my pick. I am sure you will not miss om-1. By saying that i just got my om-1 delivered;)
Awesome!! Was waiting for this. Ordered the Nightsky colorway, and will be receiving iit n a few days. Do you think a camera cube could fit in the Bellroy? (May give it more shape to stand on its own) i.e. Peter McKinnon small camera cube (for 25L version)or Wandrd small camera cube.
@@JBOutside1 Awesome, please do. Love your insight into the very reason we are all here following your channel. Hope it grows into what it deserves to be. I'll update when I get my bag. I have the PM small cube and will try to fit it in the Bellroy pack. Cheers..
@@JBOutside1 Hey, I have the bag and its looks small, but fits quite a bit. I'm actually shocked, considering that Bellroy's said literage doesn't usually match up with my other midsize travel/EDC bagpacks (Evergoods 26 CTB Phoenix and 24L Phoenix, AER 24 L City Pack Pro). It's a bit baller than my wife's Transit Workpack 20 L, but does not look much bigger. I was able to fit their Venture 10 L camera edition sling at the bottom of the bag, a Peak Design small packing cube, Sony headphones, A CAP 1 Evergoods pouch and a travel puffer jacket in the main compartment. The flip down top pouch surprisingly fits a ton of EDC stuff. The 2 things that are making me reconsider keeping it are the lack of a luggage pass through (they could've easily added one vertically between the gel back panel), and the fact that unless you strategically place a square/rectangular packing cube or camera cube, etc.., IT WILL NOT STAND UP ON IT"S OWN.. Really want to keep it since I have matching slings 6 and 10 L (Nightsky colorway), and it's IMHO their most attractive and versatile backpack. I also have on pre-order, a Boundary Supply Errant Pro X-pac bag for smaller camera carry needs (Sony A75R and 2 lenses) ETA October. Hope this helps, Cheers!!
That's a tough one. Both have great features. In my experience the PLC20 is a better overall bag for me personally, but if you want a dedicated water bottle pocket then the Daily Plus is the way to go.
@@JBOutside1 Just a review and general thoughts would be great. It looks very similar with the new venture bellroy though, only a bit less organization and weight!
Sorry for the delay in responding. I had to get home and try this out. The answer is: sort of. It's a bit tall but you can make it work. Depends totally on how full both the outside pocket is on the Bellroy and how full the CAP1 is. I posted pictures on my Instagram to illustrate. Hope this helps!
Good review and comparison. I snagged the Able Daily Plus - it’s been a good EDC so far. Like the stealth look of it and it has plenty of stash/organization built into the bag. I may take a look at the Bellroy Venture, but I’m going to wait since I just got the Daily Plus. :) Keep up the reviews.
Right on! 👊🏻
yeah jkust stay with daily plus. nothing can match xpac. its just too good.
Oh JB, forgot to point out - the hidden pocket inside the frame sheet area for stashing a AirTag or spare cash of the Able Daily Carry Plus.
PRO TIP!
Great review. I hope your channel is enough to be a whole career bc you do a great job. These videos are very well made.
I appreciate that! Thanks for watching...more coming soon!
I bought the Venture and returned. I like the idea of it but would prefer a separate laptop compartment. Plus I found the water bottle pocket too small when the bag was packed out. Super comfy and well made though.
Good stuff. Yeah that’s a theme with that style of pocket.
Does the water bottle pocket eat into the main compartment?
@@Morphjin47 I think so. I had a packing cube in the bottom that was fairly packed and there wasn’t enough give in the water bottle pocket for my Camelbak Chute (24oz) Imagine if the bag were empty, it would fit but push into the main space of the bag
Great review/comparison video! I got a CHZ26 just two weeks ago and was debating these two as well. Still undecided tbh 😂😂😂 damn backpacks
Haha, glad it helped!! Totally agree about these backpacks 😎
Been waiting for this one man ever since you said you were working on it. Helped me decide on yet another bag.
Awesome! Thanks for being patient. Which one works best for you?
@@JBOutside1 im leaning towards picking up that venture ready pack. Also looking at the EG CHZ22
Over the years I have come to prefer bags with a separate laptop compartment. I don’t like it when they are in the main compartment.
Same.
Agreed. If the Bellroy Venture and the Aer Pro Pack 24L had a baby, I'd buy it straight up
@@Feemyi think that would be the bellroy transit
Would love to see the able carry daybreaker 2 compared to the venture - they seem very similar
I'll see what I can do!
That would be a great comparison!
@@28radley except the Daybreaker in unavailable currently 🙁
Really great reviews. Thanks for showing all the details!
Thanks for watching! Glad it helped
Hey Brotha! Been subscribed for a while and loving your content. I’m a dad, commuter and road warrior. I’ve been watching a lot of your videos trying to find a bag that is a win. I’ve really been vibing with the bags with an orange interior, space for a 16” MacBook and having a lot of compartments for my stuff and water bottle. Was curious if you’d be kind enough to make a recommendation? Once again! Thanks a lot! Much appreciated!!!!
Lots in that category with those features. Stay away from the smaller designs is you need to lug a 16" MB. But most full-size bags will work. I'd start with how big a bag you're looking for and what exactly you'll be carrying.
@@JBOutside1 16”MacBook and a 14” MacBook…. Lots of odds and ends from e technology perspective. Saving up for the ever goods 2L and 1L pouch and water bottles. Thinking something at 26L or greater. I’ve like the LTT backpack just struggle with the aesthetic. Thanks for the reach out
My go to's after more than a few bags are the dsptch day pack and the Jansport hatchet
Good stuff. Some solid options there.
I don't have experience with Bellroy backpacks, but I do know they over estimate the liter capacity of their slings. I know companies measure differently, but be aware.
Gotcha. This is a baffling part of all this: volume measurements 🤦🏼♂️
Nice video John. Can you fit a Manila envelope (paperwork) in the outer sleeve on the interior backpanel of the ADCP?
No. Too narrow. Perfect for iPad though
Can you do a video on how the Peak Design camera cubes fit into the Bellroy Venture?
I’ll see what I can do
just what i needed thanks!
Glad I could help!
Great review,thinking purchasing,Bellroy, but also thinking about mystrey ranch urban 21 or 24,don't know which will be good option
Tough choice but also very different designs. There’s new ones from Mystery Ranch coming soon I believe. Catalyst series
Another great video but please turn the music down a bit - or a lot - as it's very distracting and we just want to hear what you have to say about the bags.
Thanks for the feedback! I'll make an adjustment. Haven't quite found the sweet spot yet on the new software...
Thanks very much. Love the videos!
Bummer. Another two bite the dust. Too long for my short torso (17"). I need the volume (at least 21L), not the length. Maddening. Great review., as always. Find me a bag! It's all about me...
Haha...it is. We'll find one!
Have you displayed the hidden pocket of the Daily plus ? I skipped few moments of the video.
Great review none the less.
Yes I talked about that.
I got the new Bellroy and it wears and carries very good.
Nice!!
Update: there is still the Bellroy lanyard loosen problem ☹️
@@toocoolforu Bellroy mentioned a fix on Instagram I think. You might want to reach out to them.
How do u see the new version of 20L? Do u think it is too small or just right?
I mean 20L from bellroy venture ready 😅
I think it would be great for day to day and grab and go situations
Very nice review, thanks
You bet! 👊🏼
Thanks for the video. Do you think a Steam Deck would fit inside the water bottle compartment?
Yes I think so. I posted a pic on Instagram
Why not sell om-1 and on-5 and invest in new system? S5 II or Sony would be my pick. I am sure you will not miss om-1. By saying that i just got my om-1 delivered;)
Yeah, too many options right now.
Will a pair of over ear headphones fit in the top QA pocket on the Bellroy? 😃
Yes, but remember there is that divider so it depends on how they fold down.
Able carry plus - Bellroy venture Ready - Aer pro pack.
I still can't decide 😑
Tough call. I’ll be picking apart the AER this week on the road. Video next week.
Awesome!! Was waiting for this. Ordered the Nightsky colorway, and will be receiving iit n a few days. Do you think a camera cube could fit in the Bellroy? (May give it more shape to stand on its own) i.e. Peter McKinnon small camera cube (for 25L version)or Wandrd small camera cube.
I bet they do. Give me a bit and I'll try them out. Will probably post a pic on instagram
@@JBOutside1 Awesome, please do. Love your insight into the very reason we are all here following your channel. Hope it grows into what it deserves to be. I'll update when I get my bag. I have the PM small cube and will try to fit it in the Bellroy pack. Cheers..
@@JBOutside1
Hey, I have the bag and its looks small, but fits quite a bit. I'm actually shocked, considering that Bellroy's said literage doesn't usually match up with my other midsize travel/EDC bagpacks (Evergoods 26 CTB Phoenix and 24L Phoenix, AER 24 L City Pack Pro). It's a bit baller than my wife's Transit Workpack 20 L, but does not look much bigger. I was able to fit their Venture 10 L camera edition sling at the bottom of the bag, a Peak Design small packing cube, Sony headphones, A CAP 1 Evergoods pouch and a travel puffer jacket in the main compartment. The flip down top pouch surprisingly fits a ton of EDC stuff. The 2 things that are making me reconsider keeping it are the lack of a luggage pass through (they could've easily added one vertically between the gel back panel), and the fact that unless you strategically place a square/rectangular packing cube or camera cube, etc.., IT WILL NOT STAND UP ON IT"S OWN..
Really want to keep it since I have matching slings 6 and 10 L (Nightsky colorway), and it's IMHO their most attractive and versatile backpack.
I also have on pre-order, a Boundary Supply Errant Pro X-pac bag for smaller camera carry needs (Sony A75R and 2 lenses) ETA October.
Hope this helps, Cheers!!
What’s your opinion on Daily Plus vs PLC 20 ?
That's a tough one. Both have great features. In my experience the PLC20 is a better overall bag for me personally, but if you want a dedicated water bottle pocket then the Daily Plus is the way to go.
Please do some review of the AC daybreaker2!
Haha, guess what I'm doing today...
@@JBOutside1 haha , nice! 😀
@@mat8650 What would you like to see? What shall I compare it to?
@@JBOutside1 Just a review and general thoughts would be great. It looks very similar with the new venture bellroy though, only a bit less organization and weight!
@@mat8650 I got you!
Does a CAP1 fit inside the inside-side mesh pocket of the Bellroy? Or does it stick out and stop it from closing?
Sorry for the delay in responding. I had to get home and try this out. The answer is: sort of. It's a bit tall but you can make it work. Depends totally on how full both the outside pocket is on the Bellroy and how full the CAP1 is. I posted pictures on my Instagram to illustrate. Hope this helps!
@@JBOutside1 great; thanks for checking for me
Could the Venture 26L stand up against a CTB26 from Evergoods? 🤔
Great question. I’ll let you know when I get my CTB26! 😎
When it comes to price, yes.
Try day breaker 2
Got one! 😎
Do you ever plan to sell any of your backpacks?
I list them occasionally
Very awesome - new phrase. Love it!
Glad you liked it!
Would you sell your GORUCK echo field pocket in ranger green?
Sorry, no. Love those things and that's a great color
@JB Outside I know, I have been looking everywhere for the shadow field pocket, hopefully goruck brings them back soon