this has to be the only guy on RUclips that makes entertaining bag videos, also model shots are super helpful and super detailed reviews and great lighting and angles!
After carrying a larger sling on an overseas vacation, I was awakened to the joys of not stuffing my pockets full every time I leave the house. I have this sling in rust and it is my go to for EDC. Phone and sunglasses have dedicated spots in the main compartment, which zips from both sides. Back compartment is semi hidden and perfect for a wallet. Keys and AirPods go up front with plenty of space left for smaller EDC items.
I agree with their straps being some of the best. I love how it compresses the bag when it's not fully packed. I have the bigger version and I fall in love every time I go back to it
I went from an AER Day Sling 2 to the AER Day Sling 3 and thought I'd found the perfect EDC. Then I tried the Bellroy 2.5.... I'm so glad I did! Its phone compartment is fantastic, organization is "just" enough, and the accessibility is top notch.
I’ve been using this sling for about a year and it’s amazing. My favorite use case is amusement parks, Disney, universal etc. Can easily be converted to waist pack for the rides that require it.
Also important to note: as a waist pack, it can count as personal item when flying, to go along with your carry on. Doesn't work 100%, but you can always slip it into your carry on if that's the case.
@@aeonbreak4728 its designed to be a chest bag, not a waist pack. Sure it can work for both, but at the end of the day waist packs have different design elements than chest bags to make them more comfortable/better fits
I tried the Bellroy amongst other and the Venture had a ton of great features. There were a couple of things I didn't like. I went with the Greenroom 136 Metrorunner and couldn't be happier. Keep up the great content.
Also my favorite small sling, I sort of need slings this size to have that sort of protective phone sleeve, and have the key leash in a seperate area altogether. Bellroy's sling strap mounting system is the best. I have the orange one, which has a nice dark brown strap. I normally don't prefer magnetic buckles on weight bearing straps, but the one they use here at least doesn't come undone easily for flat type.
This is my favorite sling too. But I keep my phone in the back pocket and don't even zip it closed, for quickest access. My wallet goes in the main compartment, cause months can go by w/o me ever opening it; I pay for everything with my watch so I don't need my cards, I never have any cash (I use maybe $100 worth of cash/year) so I end up going inside just for my drivers license when I happen to get stopped by police. Even calling it a wallet is a stretch - it's the smallest/flattest one zipper pouch I could find and I keep my drivers license and one card (for emergency cash) inside. I also don't use the sunglasses pocket for sunglasses. I have ROAVs that pack super compact in their own rubber caseand that pocket gets all my tiny items, like telescopic pen, tiny flashlight, lighter, so they don't go to the bottom and make me "dig" for them. Oh and I wish they had given the same strap that the others get to the blue one too, cause it has a more seatbelt like material, which isn't bad per se, but it's also very stiff. But I have to deal with it, cause I hate the green and orange ones and I didn't want a 3rd black sling...
Nice review! I really like this sling too and agree with most of your points. I'm kind of bummed that the blue one (that I got) has more of a seatbelt style strap which is a little stiff and less comfortable than the woven straps that come on the other colors. For the zip pulls, one trick is to tuck them into the loops on either side of the bag - they are long and chunky enough to pretty much stay put there while wearing the bag.
The best everyday sling, no discussion, perfect size, materials and comfiness, plus, it’s sleek! I used an AER day 3 sling until I discovered this beauty!
7:45 simply cut pullers and use the ones you like . Turn it to the best sling ever for you , remove friction in the design :) I also dislike pullers they are too big I dislike the colour as well
Question: Does the strap dig into your neck when walking around? One of the things I hate about slings is how the weight of the sling pulls the pack down and pulls the strap into your neck. Such a thing makes long walks uncomfortable and makes the bag annoying to wear.
Ok, I thought I was done and I love with my Sling lite, until…. This one lol! Love it! Love the size and it holds everything perfect. Again thank you! Loving this sling 🙏🏼
I respect your opinion, but very much disagree (at least for my use case). Slings that are designed to be slings are more comfortable than slings that are designed to be both
I love this sling. I even managed to find a small water bottle that fits inside. I think one more dividing section in the main pocket would make it perfect. I wasn’t sure about the magnet clasp, but haven’t had a single issue with it. I wouldn’t call it better or worse than the normal clasp in terms of “theftability”.
I have this and its a great sling! However, if Bellroy could also do a 1 or 1.5 litre in exactly the same style and strap system, that would be awesome!
The sling has just the right amount of padding to be lightweight, but still protect a small camera from knocks. It’s amazing with one of the new Fuji x100vi cameras!
I love the venture ready sling 2.5L I bought it as a Christmas gift for myself. Look forward to your reviews! As always another great video. What is the brand of the tripod selfie stick from your video? 😊
They have zippers on the sunglasses pockets on other slings but I don’t use it because I’m afraid the zipper will scratch them when I pull them out especially if it’s full.
Another great review! Love my Venture Sling 2.5L, its is the best pocket reliever for sure. I pretty much use it every day, in fact it feels strange not using it and putting stuff in my pockets. Used daily, highly recommended. Agree the zipper pulls could be improved.
I want to buy Bellroy Venture 2.5L because it looks just so cool and comfortable. But I had no idea that it has magnetic clasp until I saw your video. I have never seen something like that on any bag so the thought that it may open up by accident could be a deal breaker for me. So I am now on the fence about getting this brand. Ugh. Thank you for your video....good information!
When traveling I wrap a Velcro cable tie through the buckle so it won’t come undone. I do this with almost all my slings and it makes it so the strap will have to be cut/ripped to steal it away from me
One of my absolute favorites of all time! Two wishes though- no mag buckles and this would have been nice if it had been maybe 1/2” taller (for my emotional support kindle 😅)
Bought this sling shortly after watching your review! Needed something to simply get stuff out of my pockets whilst being as minimal as possible. Love the rear hidden pocket - all slings need this! Wish it was Xpac material but close enough for a lower price. I think Bellroy does pockets better than Aer too
They recently updated the materials and colours too. Now black has matte zippers & the finish on the bag is smoother, less shiny + the logo is completely black on the black version for stealth
@@Nomads.Nation I received my 2.5L today and honestly I think it'll become my commonly used sling! I have 2 other slings made by Peak Design (3L) and Pacsafe Metrosafe X (10 converts to 13L expansion) yet the PD is only ideal for camera gear (the front pocket is woeful) and the Pacsafe tries to be an all-in-one-master-of-none except a comfortable and secure strap. I love that the zippers don't jangle although I do wish they had mini pockets on both sides to tuck away the tabs for security and I hope nothing happens to the strap as they don't sell them separately and aren't interchangeable. The compartments are all great and I can easily fit my Fuji Xpro camera with a pancake lens alongside my mobile without it feeling too bulky and looks very discrete. Took me a while to figure out the shortcut on the magnetic buckle! I was trying to pry it apart, similar to someone who's never used an airplane seatbelt before. Highly considering the 6L Venture now as this was my first Bellroy.
I am looking at all the alternatives you mentioned and this one, What i like about this one is... it seems the newest? and that may be dumb to consider but i just assume everyone is trying to one up competition, so do you want a old busted 2021 sling or a 2024 sling. But I do also like the look of the nano, and i like the one you showed with the umbrella spot in the back... this will be my first sling and I work from home, so its really more of a "I am going on vacation and want to carry stuff in it, sling". WWYD? sounds like you are running this one. so would it be the one to get... thanks!
hey Aaron @Nomads.Nation, please can you recommend any sling bag with capacity of 2.0 to 2.5 L with RFID protection. I was looking forward to buy Alpaka Metro sling V1 but i think it's discontinued and I am not into vertical slings (pouch) so I don't want to go for Alpaka Vertical Sling. Please let me know if you have any good recommendations. And yeah I am from India so Alpaka doesn't ship here.
Great review as always Aaron! Been looking at purchasing this sling and I will use your link, keep up the good work. I got this recent fascination with Bellroy, I like the style of their products. Got me a venture ready backpack 26L for outdoor hikes and airplane trips (as my carry on bag). Also got the venture duffle 40l for gym. And thinking of adding this sling plus the toiletry bag to my collection. I think I’m a bit of bag nerd lol. Only thing I’m displeased about bellroy is, I don’t seem to find which material is the bag made of, like you mentioned each color is different material, and there’s a link to show you all their materials but the bag itself won’t say based on the color. Not sure if I’m missing it.
I have this sling on the bronze! I love the material. Overall I love it, but I find that putting my phone and sunglasses in their respective pockets in the main compartment kind of takes up the space. I think it's really just my sunglasses that are taking up the space. I've considered trying other slings like the Aer Go Sling 2 because I'm a pretty minimalist carry kind of guy. Even 2.5 liters liters, I find I don't use much of that space at all.
not my thing to be honest, I'm very bad at being a handy-man or modding things, might be a good question for the NN Marketplace - got some serious bag nerd there 👉 District.net/nomads
@@Nomads.Nation i have looked them but im not sold, i love the mhp griffin tan, but the blaze orange interior just breaks off the heritage look, wanted something similar though.
@@Marcelo-wz4ww sry mate, don't know of anything to fit your needs. Maybe see if you can find a used MHP in a different colorway on NN Marketplace or Carryology Classified
Currently got the Aer City 2 X-pac and looking for something smaller. Have you tried the sling mini from bellroy or their new Laneway belt/sling from bellroy. This venture seems to fit my need, but I'm just not a fan of the look.
Hello Aaron! Thank you for the excellent review! Could you please let me know if the shoulder strap is as long as that of a Venture 6L sling? I don't want to use it as a chest-sling but as a tiny messenger bag - the way I use my Venture 6L sling. Thank you!
This looks like it would fit tight across the chest. I tried the Tomtoc T21 and returned it after 15 mins, when across the chest it pokes outwards away from the chest!
@@Nomads.Nation sorry meant to say that I actually want it to fit tight against the body! That was my issue with the Tomtoc , it would continually point outwards from the body
I got this bag. The only part I don't like about it is the sunglasses pocket. It was so loose that I thought it was defective. I had to watch some videos on RUclips to see if it was only mine that had a loose pocket.
@@Nomads.Nation I actually just hand-sewed a seam right down the middle of the pocket, and now it's 2 smaller, but much more functional pockets. Now I actually think it's the perfect sling since I don't use sunglasses anyways.
Very cool..only thing about some reviews like this is that there are a lot of photographers like myself that are interested in gear like this and some reviewers never talk about lets say potential "camera" gear..you might be able to put in these slings..a compact camera..Ricoh, X100 bodies?..for example?..I understand it's only 2.5L but at the same time I wonder if those compact cameras can fit this product..thanks..
thanks for your feedback! I don't get a lot of camera load out requests, and when I do they are all different cameras, so it's tough to know which ones are the most in demand
Bought the Nightsky (blue) color few weeks ago. Overall nice sling but the strap is too slippery! Couldn't get it to stay on my preferred position on my body.
@Nomads.Nation I've used the regular Bellroy Sling and Bellroy Lite Sling. They stay in place much better. The strap on Venture Ready sling in Nightsky color comes with different type of materials (seatbelt type). I guess this contributes to the problem.
@Nomads.Nation I just bought another one in Ranger Green colorway. The strap is much better for staying in place. The strap doesn't feel as premium as the Blue colorway, but it works better for me. It's not slippery now.
@Nomads.Nation related question, do you think this strap system helps keep the bag choked up on the chest? I'm looking for something around this size that can stay on the chest without skipping into the armpit.
Hey Aaron, nice review as always. Love the stuff you are making. One question: does the main component fit a Alpaka hub pouch ? And if yes is enough space for the other usual stuff like sunglasses key… ? And whatnot your experience with bellroy colors ? The blue version is out of stock for over 2 months is it coming back ?
Thanks so much! No idea on the colors, always best to reach out to the brand and ask them directly. I also don’t have the hub pouch with me right now so I can’t check - sorry!
Hello Aaron ! This was an amazing review, great job! Just one question, I always carry a 24 oz water bottle with me, I believe it would not fit inside, right ? Would it be uncomfortable on the shoulder to carry the bottle with a carabiner?
thanks! not sure about the 24oz water bottle, I'd double check with Bellroy (and please let us know what they say). And yes, it won't be super comfortable to carry via carabiner, but having said that it's also very doable, it just sort of bounces around a lot
Great video as always! My mind is pretty much made up on this sling but I'm still quite unsure about the size, do you think it will fit the A6 Memobottle?
@@Nomads.Nation i have the aer city sling 2 xpac but the compression is almost none existing… feels blocky and bulky even partially filled-up. These MD and Belroy Venture may the ones im looking for. I will choose the Venture as per your recommendation. Thank you!
My favorite small sling too. Love the magnetic feature and if I’m concerned about it at a certain location I just wrap electrical tape around it. Easy on easy off
I bought this sling the other day and weirdly I'm not finding it comfortable. Even though it's only 2.5l, the strap really digs in when I'm just wearing a t-shirt. I also find it weighing on my torso when around the front to be constricting. I'm 6'0", so not small and I didn't think this would be an issue. I've never had a sling before, but do you think they take some getting used to? I'm thinking about returning it but I think it's such a cool piece of gear that I want to love. I just don't want it sitting around if I don't get much use out of it.
that is very strange to me, maybe you just aren't used to wearing slings? Comfort really varies from person to person, but all I can say is that if you watch my review and look at the comments, most people who have this sling are in love with it's comfort
@@Nomads.Nation Yeah, it might just be that I'm not used to it. It does seem like most people think it's extremely comfortable - could also be that my expectations were too high in terms of comfort though. I got the bronze one which looks great but the material is not as tactile and nice to interact with as it is with the black/navy versions. It also feels like it slides around a little bit more when I'm wearing it because of the smooth material. All that said, I think I worked out a great sling alternative for me. I also have the 1.5l black Venture Pouch that you reviewed the other day. I attached my Peak Design slide strap to it that I wasn't using for my camera much and now I have a secure sling that I can easily disassemble and turn into a pouch for my tech etc. when I have my backpack with me. I took it hiking the other day and it didn't get in the way or feel like there was any unnecessary bulk. It works like a dream and I love the modularity of it. I know it's not really an option for people because the strap is expensive on its own so I was lucky I already owned it. I really do hope they release similar venture pouches with that great material but in more colours!
you can but it's not a great hip-pack (as it's designed to be a chest sling). Bellroy makes a Venture Hip Pack that looks very similar to this and it's great as a hip pack and a pretty good sling. Our review on it will be live in 2-3 weeks
Either I've been watching too much of your videos but are some of your recent videos a re-review of the previous bags? Not that it's bad or anything, it's an interesting retake of things 😂 you're the reason I got myself a Venture Sling 😂
cheers! All slings can technically work as a fanny pack, but dedicated fanny packs will always work better as fanny packs, and dedicated slings will always work better as slings. The best fanny/sling I've reviewed is probably the Everygoods CAS, but it's a better fanny than a sling for sure
Can you please review the Bellroy Sling/Sling Mini PREMIUM edition? There is literally zero good reviews on youtube as most people review the wallet premium not the bag or the sling. You can get all the audience for it when you be the first one. All the leather is also different based on colours.
@@Nomads.Nation thanks for your responsiveness and well produced content. I’ll do my best to find a product I can purchase through one of your affiliate links
I got mine today and it does fit but its a very tight fit. Without a case it can go into the tech sleeve compartment. With the Smart Folio case it can fit but in but not really in the tech sleeve. Either way you have to push it under the zipper to really close it and it takes up all the space pretty much as its forcing the bag to stay thin. I tested this with a passport and thin wallet in the back zipper. I've also tested the "Bellroy Sling Mini" and it does fit but its pretty much the same scenario/outcome. If you don't want a big sling. The iPad Mini 6 does fit in the "Bellroy Lite Sling Mini" a lot better as its a bit taller of a bag but keeps the same small form factor. And gives a little more space than the other 2 bags to put more stuff in.
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this has to be the only guy on RUclips that makes entertaining bag videos, also model shots are super helpful and super detailed reviews and great lighting and angles!
appreciate that! We work very hard on our reviews so it's great to know they are delivering value :)
After carrying a larger sling on an overseas vacation, I was awakened to the joys of not stuffing my pockets full every time I leave the house. I have this sling in rust and it is my go to for EDC. Phone and sunglasses have dedicated spots in the main compartment, which zips from both sides. Back compartment is semi hidden and perfect for a wallet. Keys and AirPods go up front with plenty of space left for smaller EDC items.
It’s literally a game changer - pocket relievers all day
I agree with their straps being some of the best. I love how it compresses the bag when it's not fully packed. I have the bigger version and I fall in love every time I go back to it
hell yea 💪
That walk with the sunglasses was SO "stayin' alive" mood... 👍😊 GO AER😁
🕺 😂
agree the this was the top sling last year and that baida ripstop is a great fabric. Hate the glossy PUs and the dangling zips though.
it def has it's pros and cons
Been thinking of picking one of these up for a long time. Thanks for the review!
It’s a truly amazing product - can’t recommend enough
I went from an AER Day Sling 2 to the AER Day Sling 3 and thought I'd found the perfect EDC. Then I tried the Bellroy 2.5.... I'm so glad I did! Its phone compartment is fantastic, organization is "just" enough, and the accessibility is top notch.
well said 👏
Nah, the AER X-Pac is unbeatable in quality.
@@candidobm love Aer slings in XPAC, but still much prefer the Bellroy Venture Ready 2.5
I have a 6 lt version and going up for 2.5 l, when i need not some many space. But i am totally Bellroy fan.
I’ve been using this sling for about a year and it’s amazing. My favorite use case is amusement parks, Disney, universal etc.
Can easily be converted to waist pack for the rides that require it.
not an ideal waist pack, but I'm sure it gets the job done 💪
Also important to note: as a waist pack, it can count as personal item when flying, to go along with your carry on. Doesn't work 100%, but you can always slip it into your carry on if that's the case.
@@ChristopherBloom and if its a sling it doesnt? wtf
@@Nomads.Nation why not?
@@aeonbreak4728 its designed to be a chest bag, not a waist pack. Sure it can work for both, but at the end of the day waist packs have different design elements than chest bags to make them more comfortable/better fits
I tried the Bellroy amongst other and the Venture had a ton of great features. There were a couple of things I didn't like. I went with the Greenroom 136 Metrorunner and couldn't be happier. Keep up the great content.
Cheers dude!
Also my favorite small sling, I sort of need slings this size to have that sort of protective phone sleeve, and have the key leash in a seperate area altogether. Bellroy's sling strap mounting system is the best. I have the orange one, which has a nice dark brown strap. I normally don't prefer magnetic buckles on weight bearing straps, but the one they use here at least doesn't come undone easily for flat type.
Jelly of you having the orange - looks very nice
This is my favorite sling too.
But I keep my phone in the back pocket and don't even zip it closed, for quickest access. My wallet goes in the main compartment, cause months can go by w/o me ever opening it; I pay for everything with my watch so I don't need my cards, I never have any cash (I use maybe $100 worth of cash/year) so I end up going inside just for my drivers license when I happen to get stopped by police. Even calling it a wallet is a stretch - it's the smallest/flattest one zipper pouch I could find and I keep my drivers license and one card (for emergency cash) inside.
I also don't use the sunglasses pocket for sunglasses. I have ROAVs that pack super compact in their own rubber caseand that pocket gets all my tiny items, like telescopic pen, tiny flashlight, lighter, so they don't go to the bottom and make me "dig" for them.
Oh and I wish they had given the same strap that the others get to the blue one too, cause it has a more seatbelt like material, which isn't bad per se, but it's also very stiff. But I have to deal with it, cause I hate the green and orange ones and I didn't want a 3rd black sling...
thanks for your epic comment!
I feel line @houserhythm must be my sling doppledanger because that is exactly how I pack this bag out.
Nice review! I really like this sling too and agree with most of your points. I'm kind of bummed that the blue one (that I got) has more of a seatbelt style strap which is a little stiff and less comfortable than the woven straps that come on the other colors.
For the zip pulls, one trick is to tuck them into the loops on either side of the bag - they are long and chunky enough to pretty much stay put there while wearing the bag.
great call!
Love this new "throwing" thing😂 Hope to see it more in the future!
us too 😂
The best everyday sling, no discussion, perfect size, materials and comfiness, plus, it’s sleek! I used an AER day 3 sling until I discovered this beauty!
Agreed (as I’m literally wearing the sling as I type this on the train lol true story)
@@Nomads.NationHey Aaron between the Day Sling 3 and Bellroy Venture Ready Sling, which would you more prefer and why?
@@KelvinHew7 Bellroy. Better fit, more malleable materials, and a smaller sling overall (which I personally prefer).
@@Nomads.Nation I may revisit the Venture Ready Sling just for travel and the Day Sling 3 for daily work usage. Will see
7:45 simply cut pullers and use the ones you like . Turn it to the best sling ever for you , remove friction in the design :)
I also dislike pullers they are too big I dislike the colour as well
for sure, totally possible!
Question: Does the strap dig into your neck when walking around? One of the things I hate about slings is how the weight of the sling pulls the pack down and pulls the strap into your neck. Such a thing makes long walks uncomfortable and makes the bag annoying to wear.
for me? no, not at all
Ok, I thought I was done and I love with my Sling lite, until…. This one lol! Love it! Love the size and it holds everything perfect. Again thank you! Loving this sling 🙏🏼
You have good taste ;)
More small slings need to have removable straps to double as a tech pouch when not in sling mode. My biggest gripe with the Aer Go Sling
I respect your opinion, but very much disagree (at least for my use case). Slings that are designed to be slings are more comfortable than slings that are designed to be both
I love this sling. I even managed to find a small water bottle that fits inside.
I think one more dividing section in the main pocket would make it perfect.
I wasn’t sure about the magnet clasp, but haven’t had a single issue with it. I wouldn’t call it better or worse than the normal clasp in terms of “theftability”.
I'm all about the magnetic hardware - never had an issue with it
I have this and its a great sling! However, if Bellroy could also do a 1 or 1.5 litre in exactly the same style and strap system, that would be awesome!
yea they should do 10 sizes haha, its that good
The sling has just the right amount of padding to be lightweight, but still protect a small camera from knocks. It’s amazing with one of the new Fuji x100vi cameras!
Awesome to hear!
I love the venture ready sling 2.5L I bought it as a Christmas gift for myself. Look forward to your reviews! As always another great video. What is the brand of the tripod selfie stick from your video? 😊
Merry Xmas! It’s a no brand stick from a random Asian market lol
This has been my go to since it dropped. It’s been everywhere and the perfect size. It will be hard for others to top this.
Couldn’t have said it better myself
As Captain Nitpicker, I’d like the bag to be 0.5L bigger and have a few more organization spots. Very good looking sling though.
You are very true to your title lol
They have zippers on the sunglasses pockets on other slings but I don’t use it because I’m afraid the zipper will scratch them when I pull them out especially if it’s full.
Good call
Another great review! Love my Venture Sling 2.5L, its is the best pocket reliever for sure. I pretty much use it every day, in fact it feels strange not using it and putting stuff in my pockets. Used daily, highly recommended. Agree the zipper pulls could be improved.
thanks!
I want to buy Bellroy Venture 2.5L because it looks just so cool and comfortable. But I had no idea that it has magnetic clasp until I saw your video. I have never seen something like that on any bag so the thought that it may open up by accident could be a deal breaker for me. So I am now on the fence about getting this brand. Ugh. Thank you for your video....good information!
glad it was helpful! I'm all about the magnetic hardware - extremely satisfying and secure
When traveling I wrap a Velcro cable tie through the buckle so it won’t come undone. I do this with almost all my slings and it makes it so the strap will have to be cut/ripped to steal it away from me
nice hack!
I love mine, only complaint is the floppy stretchy pocket in the main compartment; wish there was a more practical solution
agreed, not my favorite pocket
I have the green colour one and I love it!! Btw pairs well with the memo bottle A6. Perfect for every day carry.
great to know!
One of my absolute favorites of all time! Two wishes though- no mag buckles and this would have been nice if it had been maybe 1/2” taller (for my emotional support kindle 😅)
as a kindle owner I get this
Bought this sling shortly after watching your review! Needed something to simply get stuff out of my pockets whilst being as minimal as possible. Love the rear hidden pocket - all slings need this! Wish it was Xpac material but close enough for a lower price. I think Bellroy does pockets better than Aer too
So glad you like it, I genuinely think that Bellroy makes the best slings in the world
They recently updated the materials and colours too. Now black has matte zippers & the finish on the bag is smoother, less shiny + the logo is completely black on the black version for stealth
@@backslashio solid updates as far as I'm concerned!
@@Nomads.Nation I received my 2.5L today and honestly I think it'll become my commonly used sling! I have 2 other slings made by Peak Design (3L) and Pacsafe Metrosafe X (10 converts to 13L expansion) yet the PD is only ideal for camera gear (the front pocket is woeful) and the Pacsafe tries to be an all-in-one-master-of-none except a comfortable and secure strap.
I love that the zippers don't jangle although I do wish they had mini pockets on both sides to tuck away the tabs for security and I hope nothing happens to the strap as they don't sell them separately and aren't interchangeable.
The compartments are all great and I can easily fit my Fuji Xpro camera with a pancake lens alongside my mobile without it feeling too bulky and looks very discrete. Took me a while to figure out the shortcut on the magnetic buckle! I was trying to pry it apart, similar to someone who's never used an airplane seatbelt before. Highly considering the 6L Venture now as this was my first Bellroy.
Roav foldable sunglasses fit perfectly in that front pouch.
cool!
I've seen reviews that say the blue has a "sticky" feel to the material. Any issue with that on the black?
I haven't found either to be sticky imo
Now they even released the Lite belt bag! I'm having a hard time to choose this or the new one.
I saw, it looks very interesting
@@Nomads.Nationwaiting for your review to choose between those two
@@andreatroisi0291just a heads up we don’t have the Lite Belt Bag so it could be many many months before we get that review up 😢
My go to sling is the aer city sling 2 x pac, I looooove it
phenomenal sling
I am looking at all the alternatives you mentioned and this one, What i like about this one is... it seems the newest? and that may be dumb to consider but i just assume everyone is trying to one up competition, so do you want a old busted 2021 sling or a 2024 sling. But I do also like the look of the nano, and i like the one you showed with the umbrella spot in the back... this will be my first sling and I work from home, so its really more of a "I am going on vacation and want to carry stuff in it, sling". WWYD? sounds like you are running this one. so would it be the one to get... thanks!
yea I'd personally go with this cuz it's a softer sling and feels better/more comfortable
hey Aaron @Nomads.Nation, please can you recommend any sling bag with capacity of 2.0 to 2.5 L with RFID protection. I was looking forward to buy Alpaka Metro sling V1 but i think it's discontinued and I am not into vertical slings (pouch) so I don't want to go for Alpaka Vertical Sling. Please let me know if you have any good recommendations. And yeah I am from India so Alpaka doesn't ship here.
Check out the new Tomtoc Aviator slings
Great review as always Aaron! Been looking at purchasing this sling and I will use your link, keep up the good work. I got this recent fascination with Bellroy, I like the style of their products. Got me a venture ready backpack 26L for outdoor hikes and airplane trips (as my carry on bag). Also got the venture duffle 40l for gym. And thinking of adding this sling plus the toiletry bag to my collection. I think I’m a bit of bag nerd lol. Only thing I’m displeased about bellroy is, I don’t seem to find which material is the bag made of, like you mentioned each color is different material, and there’s a link to show you all their materials but the bag itself won’t say based on the color. Not sure if I’m missing it.
You won’t regret it! And yea, their website is annoying in that sense - not specifying their fabrics
I have this sling on the bronze! I love the material. Overall I love it, but I find that putting my phone and sunglasses in their respective pockets in the main compartment kind of takes up the space. I think it's really just my sunglasses that are taking up the space. I've considered trying other slings like the Aer Go Sling 2 because I'm a pretty minimalist carry kind of guy. Even 2.5 liters liters, I find I don't use much of that space at all.
The bronze looks awesome
@@Nomads.Nation something else to note. They offer this exact sling on a hip pack option!
@@brandonhayslette1393 yup! our review of that will be live in a week or so :)
What’re some recommendations for replacement zipper pulls? That’s my gripe with this sling, which I just received last night!!
not my thing to be honest, I'm very bad at being a handy-man or modding things, might be a good question for the NN Marketplace - got some serious bag nerd there 👉 District.net/nomads
Any recomendation for a hip pack / sling bag between 2-4l capacity, in canvas (waxed is a plus) or leather in tan/brown?
Check out Waterfield. I haven’t reviewed any of their stuff but they make really nice looking waxed canvas bags
@@Nomads.Nation i have looked them but im not sold, i love the mhp griffin tan, but the blaze orange interior just breaks off the heritage look, wanted something similar though.
@@Marcelo-wz4ww sry mate, don't know of anything to fit your needs. Maybe see if you can find a used MHP in a different colorway on NN Marketplace or Carryology Classified
Could you please advise if the material has a tendency to accumulate lint?
It does not
Hey Aaron do you feel this will work ok as a fanny pack? I enjoy my Venture Hip Pack and wonder if bigger version will work too?
It’s definitely not a great fanny pack - the harness system is designed to be a super comfy sling
Currently got the Aer City 2 X-pac and looking for something smaller. Have you tried the sling mini from bellroy or their new Laneway belt/sling from bellroy. This venture seems to fit my need, but I'm just not a fan of the look.
I have not reviewed them but if it's a sling and it's made by Bellroy, it's probably going to be awesome
Hello Aaron! Thank you for the excellent review! Could you please let me know if the shoulder strap is as long as that of a Venture 6L sling? I don't want to use it as a chest-sling but as a tiny messenger bag - the way I use my Venture 6L sling. Thank you!
Thanks so much! I’m traveling so can’t check - be sure to ask Bellroy customer support and let us know what they say 💪🏻
This looks like it would fit tight across the chest. I tried the Tomtoc T21 and returned it after 15 mins, when across the chest it pokes outwards away from the chest!
You can loosen the strap
@@Nomads.Nation sorry meant to say that I actually want it to fit tight against the body! That was my issue with the Tomtoc , it would continually point outwards from the body
Not sure if I missed it, but what do you recommend as a fanny pack or what I like to refer to as a hip satchel?
check out the CAS2 from Evergoods
Would the Fujifilm x100vi fit comfortably inside the 2.5l venture? Thanks
Don’t have one so can’t say, I’d recommend asking Bellroy customer support
I got this bag. The only part I don't like about it is the sunglasses pocket. It was so loose that I thought it was defective. I had to watch some videos on RUclips to see if it was only mine that had a loose pocket.
100% agreed
@@Nomads.Nation I actually just hand-sewed a seam right down the middle of the pocket, and now it's 2 smaller, but much more functional pockets. Now I actually think it's the perfect sling since I don't use sunglasses anyways.
My best sling ever. EDC and travel.
100% agree
My only concern is the magnetic strap. Will disengage so I'll end up losing all of my stuff?
Never happened to me but Bo Ismono had that problem on his motorbike once
hi great review thanks! Btw can it fit an Iphone 15 pro max in the back pocket plus a passport?
cheers! No idea since I don't own that phone - be sure to ask Bellroy customer support and let us know what they say 💪
arent the magnetic clips terrible though?? having them pop off isnt something i want to deal with
never had one pop off on me, I use this sling almost daily
Very cool..only thing about some reviews like this is that there are a lot of photographers like myself that are interested in gear like this and some reviewers never talk about lets say potential "camera" gear..you might be able to put in these slings..a compact camera..Ricoh, X100 bodies?..for example?..I understand it's only 2.5L but at the same time I wonder if those compact cameras can fit this product..thanks..
thanks for your feedback! I don't get a lot of camera load out requests, and when I do they are all different cameras, so it's tough to know which ones are the most in demand
I'm looking for an alternative, but I don't like AER or Alpaka, anything else in a similar size worth recommending guys?
Modern Dayfarer Sling or Tomtoc slings
@Aarron can you tell me the lent of the strap , it would be nice that you includes this for us big guys :) thank you
I don't have it with me right now, I'd recommend reaching out to Bellroy customer support - be sure to let us know what they say!
Bought the Nightsky (blue) color few weeks ago. Overall nice sling but the strap is too slippery! Couldn't get it to stay on my preferred position on my body.
Very interesting, I’ve never had that problem myself. Have you used any other slings that don’t have this issue?
@Nomads.Nation I've used the regular Bellroy Sling and Bellroy Lite Sling. They stay in place much better. The strap on Venture Ready sling in Nightsky color comes with different type of materials (seatbelt type). I guess this contributes to the problem.
@@daniellawdaniel5695 ahh that's very interesting that the night sky version uses a different strap - appreciate the heads up!
@Nomads.Nation I just bought another one in Ranger Green colorway. The strap is much better for staying in place. The strap doesn't feel as premium as the Blue colorway, but it works better for me. It's not slippery now.
@@daniellawdaniel5695 great to know! I appreciate you sharing this with me and happy you got one that works better for ya
Thanks Aaron. Are you aware of any other slings on the market with a similar strap system? If this has just a bit more organization inside I'd be sold
I don’t know any that are the exact same. Some Alpaka slings are close but they don’t have more organization
@Nomads.Nation related question, do you think this strap system helps keep the bag choked up on the chest? I'm looking for something around this size that can stay on the chest without skipping into the armpit.
@@molohov3875 it'll still slide a bit, but not terribly in my experience
Check the Aer Day Sling 3...slightly larger with more internal organization
@@tkozikow great pick!
Fantastic review I’m sold
You won’t regret it. Always appreciate if you use our links for your purchase!
@@Nomads.Nation sure did!!!! 🙌
How safe if someone snatch given its magnetic ?
I still think its quite safe
Hey Aaron, nice review as always. Love the stuff you are making. One question: does the main component fit a Alpaka hub pouch ? And if yes is enough space for the other usual stuff like sunglasses key… ?
And whatnot your experience with bellroy colors ? The blue version is out of stock for over 2 months is it coming back ?
Thanks so much! No idea on the colors, always best to reach out to the brand and ask them directly. I also don’t have the hub pouch with me right now so I can’t check - sorry!
will this fit an ipad and x100vi camera at the same time?
I don't have either of those things so no idea lol, ask Bellroy, they'll give you a solid answer 💪
Hello Aaron ! This was an amazing review, great job! Just one question, I always carry a 24 oz water bottle with me, I believe it would not fit inside, right ? Would it be uncomfortable on the shoulder to carry the bottle with a carabiner?
thanks! not sure about the 24oz water bottle, I'd double check with Bellroy (and please let us know what they say). And yes, it won't be super comfortable to carry via carabiner, but having said that it's also very doable, it just sort of bounces around a lot
@@Nomads.Nation thanks very much Aaron!
Great video as always! My mind is pretty much made up on this sling but I'm still quite unsure about the size, do you think it will fit the A6 Memobottle?
Not sure tbh, always best to reach out to the brand themselves - be sure to let us know what they say!
Great work as always A! So with this size I’m seriously thinking; venture into the backpack AND sling life? What are your thoughts on the dual carry?
thanks dude! Not 100% sure about your question though - are you asking about carrying BOTH at the same time... 🤔
Yes! Carrying both a backpack and a sling at the same time!
@@kelvingalos9 for everyday carry? never. for travel? all the time!
Hi aaron, between modern dayfarer active sling and this venture sling, which one you highly recommend?
Both are great, MD is a bit more sophisticated look and feel, Bellroy is a bit more casual but still premium. I prefer the Bellroy
@@Nomads.Nation i have the aer city sling 2 xpac but the compression is almost none existing… feels blocky and bulky even partially filled-up. These MD and Belroy Venture may the ones im looking for. I will choose the Venture as per your recommendation. Thank you!
My favorite small sling too. Love the magnetic feature and if I’m concerned about it at a certain location I just wrap electrical tape around it. Easy on easy off
Good call!
Nice idea! I was thinking a matte black gaffers tape to decrease attention and not be a bigger target becaaause I’m trying harder to not get robbed 🤔
@@effys7716 seems a bit overkill to me but I'm stoked you guys are stoked about it 💪
Off the path of slings question.. what kind of wedding band are you wearing? 🤷🏻♀️ looking for a wedding band.
Manly Bands - very happy with my ring from them
Thank you! I appreciate you and thank you for taking the time and responding.
I bought this sling the other day and weirdly I'm not finding it comfortable. Even though it's only 2.5l, the strap really digs in when I'm just wearing a t-shirt. I also find it weighing on my torso when around the front to be constricting. I'm 6'0", so not small and I didn't think this would be an issue.
I've never had a sling before, but do you think they take some getting used to? I'm thinking about returning it but I think it's such a cool piece of gear that I want to love. I just don't want it sitting around if I don't get much use out of it.
that is very strange to me, maybe you just aren't used to wearing slings? Comfort really varies from person to person, but all I can say is that if you watch my review and look at the comments, most people who have this sling are in love with it's comfort
@@Nomads.Nation Yeah, it might just be that I'm not used to it. It does seem like most people think it's extremely comfortable - could also be that my expectations were too high in terms of comfort though.
I got the bronze one which looks great but the material is not as tactile and nice to interact with as it is with the black/navy versions. It also feels like it slides around a little bit more when I'm wearing it because of the smooth material.
All that said, I think I worked out a great sling alternative for me. I also have the 1.5l black Venture Pouch that you reviewed the other day. I attached my Peak Design slide strap to it that I wasn't using for my camera much and now I have a secure sling that I can easily disassemble and turn into a pouch for my tech etc. when I have my backpack with me. I took it hiking the other day and it didn't get in the way or feel like there was any unnecessary bulk. It works like a dream and I love the modularity of it. I know it's not really an option for people because the strap is expensive on its own so I was lucky I already owned it.
I really do hope they release similar venture pouches with that great material but in more colours!
@@rjk_designs glad to hear it worked our as a great alternative sling for ya!
Hey Aaron! have you tried Bravo Sling Mini? It's fantastic for me.
not yet, but hoping to soon :)
Can you wear this sling around hips? Any downsides to that?
you can but it's not a great hip-pack (as it's designed to be a chest sling). Bellroy makes a Venture Hip Pack that looks very similar to this and it's great as a hip pack and a pretty good sling. Our review on it will be live in 2-3 weeks
Aaron, do you know if I'll get the same mythical material if I get any other color than black? I have to ask since it's Belroy xD
ha you never know with Bellroy as they are constantly changing their fabrics, it's probably best to reach out to them to double cehck
What's the model of that selfie stick tripod? Tia.
Some cheap no brand thing I got in China. But the style is very common all over Amazon
As soon as I saw “Bellroy venture” I knew you were gonna be in love
I do love the Venture series haha but this is the best product in the lineup imo
I just got this sling for 66 bucks, so excited!
nice buy!
Does this fit iPad Mini 7?
not sure, I’d recommend asking Bellroy
Hì Aaron, what is the wallet shown in this video?
time stamp me please and I got you
@@Nomads.Nation10:55, thanks 🙏
@@Lenduya boom - reformcarry.com/products/re-02-card-holder
I replaced all the zipper pulls on mine to ones that lay much flatter and arent as long. Now if only there was a version without PU coated zips.
well done 💪
Love this!! 🙌
cheers!
Can you review Alpaca Metro Sling? 😅
Hoping to soon!
Ordered one via your link
Appreciate your support!! Be sure to let us know what you think of the bag after testing for a few weeks
Do you have 4l please let me know 👍🙏🏻
I do not
Either I've been watching too much of your videos but are some of your recent videos a re-review of the previous bags? Not that it's bad or anything, it's an interesting retake of things 😂 you're the reason I got myself a Venture Sling 😂
no re-reviews yet but a few coming up soon :)
This or the alpaka go sling nano?
this
Love your reviews!! Which sling is good as a fanny pack also??
cheers! All slings can technically work as a fanny pack, but dedicated fanny packs will always work better as fanny packs, and dedicated slings will always work better as slings. The best fanny/sling I've reviewed is probably the Everygoods CAS, but it's a better fanny than a sling for sure
can you do the bellroy totepack review
coming soon hopefully!
What is a good sling/fanny??
Evergoods CAS is one of the best sling/fanny combo I’ve tested
Did someone using this bag with Fuji x100VI?
not I, hoping someone from the community can help
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it
I came for the bag review, but stayed for the host 😍
😏
Can you please review the Bellroy Sling/Sling Mini PREMIUM edition? There is literally zero good reviews on youtube as most people review the wallet premium not the bag or the sling. You can get all the audience for it when you be the first one. All the leather is also different based on colours.
send me one and I'll review it ;)
Please review Hillside Industries MERIDIAN V2.0. It is a convertible backpack.
Great suggestion! I’ll add to our wish list
@@Nomads.Nation Thankyou I am looking forward to it. As it is the exact bag I want but I am waiting for your approval. Looooove your content!
@@nidaysinghal2759 just a warning though, we have 200+ bags on our wish list, so don't hold your breath 😬
@@Nomads.Nation Damn, it's a nice way of engaging the audience. lol I will be waiting
Do you know of a sling with a really hidden compartment? One better than what this sling offers?
I do not unfortunately
@@Nomads.Nation thanks for your responsiveness and well produced content. I’ll do my best to find a product I can purchase through one of your affiliate links
I love it I just dont like the zipper tag thing it look so messy
You can replace the zipper pullers if you wanna get crafty
fits an ipad mini 6 ?¿?? thx
no idea, ask Bellroy customer support and be sure to let us know what they say!
I got mine today and it does fit but its a very tight fit. Without a case it can go into the tech sleeve compartment. With the Smart Folio case it can fit but in but not really in the tech sleeve. Either way you have to push it under the zipper to really close it and it takes up all the space pretty much as its forcing the bag to stay thin. I tested this with a passport and thin wallet in the back zipper. I've also tested the "Bellroy Sling Mini" and it does fit but its pretty much the same scenario/outcome.
If you don't want a big sling. The iPad Mini 6 does fit in the "Bellroy Lite Sling Mini" a lot better as its a bit taller of a bag but keeps the same small form factor. And gives a little more space than the other 2 bags to put more stuff in.
@@MysteryPianoMan thank you!
thats a cool looking tripod / selfie stick! What is it?
Got it in a random market in China - no brand haha
That back sleeve In the main compartment perfectly holds 3 ton bihn ghost whale pouches.
great to know 💪
Is this sling RFID in any way?
it is not