Dude, you truly redefined minimalism for me and others I guess. I used to think I had to own less and declutter a lot, not realizing I was throwing away useful items and spending more money on buying those items again. You made my day!
There are so many comments here I don't know if you'll be able to see this but, THANK YOU! this is the first time wherein i've watched every video that a creator has done. This is mainly because your style of minimalism and frugal living is something I can live by. it suits my lifestyle, and it gave me a clearer image of what I want. THANK YOU! for redirecting my life at my early age of 22. I know what I want. keep posting man I got the notif bell on.
I also have a Bellroy bag; I think it's the 9L Venture Sling. It's one of the best purchases I've made. As I travel a lot on the tube, I do have noise cancelling headphones; I use the Sony WM3's over-ear as I don't want to be sticking things in my ears. The only other significant difference is that I have my Kindle in it rather than my iPad mini, as the Kindle gives a better reading experience.
Great EDC Nick! Nothing wrong with buying things. Like you said you buy with intentions. Thats 100% true! Buy what you need that has more than one purpose. Florida dweller as well! Hi neighbor!
This is definitely going on my amazon wish list! Also the iPad Mini is something I always wanted from it's launch day to now, it's just the perfect size and can fit pretty much anywhere. Loving the video as always!
LOVE the style of filming your every video, so clean minimalist view, stylish, with quality humor and really enjoyable to watch. Just can’t stop, maximum attention 😃
My tablet sometimes feel like an extra. But others, is my best friend. Same with my laptop. We really need to filter through all this new tech that comes out every day. My phone is not "The latest, fastest one" from Samsung. It's a very low/mid scale one. But it gets the job done in my everyday. The cameras are nice, I take great photos with it, I hear tons of music with it, read... All this beyond the social media stuff.
The iPad Mini is a great investment, especially in combination with the pencil and considering your use cases. You could go completely paperless if you wanted: calendar/planner/bullet journaling and even reading (unfortunately the eyestrain is real for me and I'll have to switch to an e-ink device). Bought my first + yet only iPad (and overall Apple device) 5 years ago and expect to get at least 1 or 2 additional years out of it. I wish I'd have taken better care in terms of battery health but am still astounded by its longevity. Not sure if gaming has its place in your minimalist approach but in case you want to allow yourself some fun distraction and could use a recommendation: Playing Kingdom Rush navigated with the pencil is just on another level. 😬
It's interesting that you upgraded from the RUSH pack - when i saw that video I was thinking "he has a LOT of bag for such a minimalist EDC footprint" (don't get me wrong, it's nice to be able to pick up a few things from the store w/ your EDC pack - haha). I saw you as the Peak Design Everyday Sling in 5L or 10L... and then you ended up with a similar pack. Nice job always evolving!!!! Be safe.
I used to edc a Coach "boarding bag" when I used to always bring an ipad, it fits my style more. But lately have left that and the ipad at home. Hopefully ios16 allows for pencil use on the iphone, as that can also work for me. When I travel, I never bring a daypack backpack and just use the same boarding bag for that purpose. I just have a flatter Nalgene flask instead of the usual cylindrical shaped bottle, fits both my TB Synapse 25's middle pocket and the Coach boarding bag.
Great poking bag buddy, deffo interested. Glad it can deal with being thrown around. Nice colour iPhone, don’t really see darker green on things. Nice sunglasses! Oh man always take food, I’m constantly hungry so I rarely forget food haha! Great video again man! And don’t worry we’re all your friends!
Just discovered your channel! I really love your videos, the way you're filming, the calm that comes from you, everything's perfect! New subscriber here! ;)
Great video, thanks for it. When you talked about the IPad mini, water bottle and occasionally your camera in the bag, is that all at the same time? Much thanks in advance
One suggestion - next time you show your car / apartment keys - wrap them in something or blur the image. Just to hide unique cutout on the keys so no one will try to reproduce them out of picture... :)
Did you consider the bellroy venture 6L? It is pretty much the same size. It has a dedicated sunglasses zipper pocket w some soft lining. For me the absolute must have is a back zipper pocket to keep my passport and wallet which neither the sling lite or venture has. Still trying to find the perfect 4-6L sling bag for my international travel
I love your videos and it's inspiring /helping me a lot! Actually I own a biker bag (from Velodeath) and most the things I carry there too! My friends always gets impressed how many necessary things I carry with me
I really thought it was a sponsored video xd. I like some bellroy products (especially the non leather stuff) but it tends to be expensive. I also liked that the EDC is not excessive.
Hey, really like the videos and humor! I was wondering if the iPad mini 6 will fit in the large zippered pocket inside the main compartment? I’d really like some separation of my iPad from everything else in the bag.
Yeah, great video ....i ALWAYS need a spare pair of sunnies tho as my eyes are pale blue so pathetic in any bright light. ..also do you ever carry some kind of defence spray etc.? Its illegal here in Uk tho. I'm upping my self-defence knowledge now e.g. Aikado. It helps my confidence very much. It is just quick logic. I'm female so sadly i carry a rape alarm which is rechargable, and has a powerful LED torchlight. Your bag looks like a very good buy . 👍💜
I really love this bag but i still got one question. Im going to buy the New s9 tab. This will be 11inch. Is it possible to fit a 11 Zoll tab in there?
What are the two lenses you use along with your camera in the bag? I also enjoy a lightweight edc and I want to compare it with my camera. I personally have a sony a73 and would carry along a sony 35mm F1.8. Also, is the bag significantly more bulky that it looks weird with your camera? Just wondering since you werent able to get a shot with your camera inside
That’s a nice bag. Thanks for sharing. Have been watching your channel occasionally and today noticed that your bottle is full of JP characters. Have you visited yet? From Tokyo.
@@NicholasGarofola Good! Today I was at Ginza Tokyo for lunch with my girlfriend, and there are so many in bound travelers. The town has come back to before Covid activity level. Drop me a line when you come. 😉
Great vid! I've just been looking at this bag myself, need something smaller than a backpack to work every day just to bring my lunch and essentials. I'm thinking of the Venture Sling 9L. What you have is the Venture Sling 6L right? Bellroy have great products so good choice!
I have the venture sling 9L it’s amazing . I went from the backpack to it and have a ton of space left. Nordstrom’s sells it and had free shipping , they have a good return policy in case you don’t like it.
Can you recommend me the most compact and beautiful bag for iPad Mini 6 (as well as future iPad Mini 7) I found the Black Ember Kompak also suitable, but it doesn't look aesthetically pleasing and doesn't hold an iPad with a protective case.
I like Black Ember but I’m really getting tired of backpack company’s making bags so expensive. The North Face for me has good quality with reasonable prices in my experience
@@NicholasGarofola Which model can you advise me? I really have a headache and there are so many options. I want a bag that fits and is not superfluous with ipad mini 6, but high quality and beautiful
so, u need usb-c to usb-c cable. a usb-c to lightning cable. a usb-a to lightning cable. and a power brick that has usb-c and/or usb-a hole. wow, thats so much
Watches video, impulsively purchases sling bag to carry the ipad mini I just bought and don’t need, hates self. Just kidding 😜, thanks for the clear review.
Have you had any problems with the stitching? I ordered one a few days ago, but I read a review today saying the stitching came loose after a couple of months. I'm guessing you haven't encountered any problems. Hoping the review I read was just bad luck and not a reoccurring issue.
Do you fit the camera in the bag WITH or WITHOUT the lens attached? I'm obsessively searching for a non-backpack bag that can fit my XT3 WITH the 35f1.4 attached (for the ability to yank it out and get quick shots)!
Dude, you truly redefined minimalism for me and others I guess. I used to think I had to own less and declutter a lot, not realizing I was throwing away useful items and spending more money on buying those items again. You made my day!
I enjoy your style of speaking and the fact that you occasionally say random/crazy things. That's fun and helps people stay alert.
I laughed when you just throw your stuff. Lol. I like how real you are.
Yes! You do have friends..online here watching your content! 😂
Good to know 😄
There are so many comments here I don't know if you'll be able to see this but, THANK YOU! this is the first time wherein i've watched every video that a creator has done. This is mainly because your style of minimalism and frugal living is something I can live by. it suits my lifestyle, and it gave me a clearer image of what I want. THANK YOU! for redirecting my life at my early age of 22. I know what I want. keep posting man I got the notif bell on.
Moft makes an amazing phone wallet thing that sticks to ur phone and doubles as a phone stand/ pop socket type thing. Using mine for 2 years love it
I also have a Bellroy bag; I think it's the 9L Venture Sling. It's one of the best purchases I've made. As I travel a lot on the tube, I do have noise cancelling headphones; I use the Sony WM3's over-ear as I don't want to be sticking things in my ears. The only other significant difference is that I have my Kindle in it rather than my iPad mini, as the Kindle gives a better reading experience.
I would agree 😄
I can't stand ear buds either, they're painful too.
The, “I spit a little” earned a sub. The the way you tossed your bag let me know I did the right thing. I still chuckle when I think of it.
Glad you enjoyed 😅
Great EDC Nick! Nothing wrong with buying things. Like you said you buy with intentions. Thats 100% true! Buy what you need that has more than one purpose. Florida dweller as well! Hi neighbor!
That’s right, hey neighbor 😄
This is definitely going on my amazon wish list! Also the iPad Mini is something I always wanted from it's launch day to now, it's just the perfect size and can fit pretty much anywhere. Loving the video as always!
It gets used A LOT. Highly recommended
The “I have no friends” and the bag yeet cracked me up man haha. Amazing video as always!
Thanks Stephen!
LOVE the style of filming your every video, so clean minimalist view, stylish, with quality humor and really enjoyable to watch. Just can’t stop, maximum attention 😃
Oh, forget to say thank you 😅
Thanks Anastasia! 😄 your covers are great 🙌🏻
@@NicholasGarofola omg don’t say you watched it 🙈 thanks for your kindness 🥹
I love your videos because you drop your sense of humour among very good practical advice. :)
Thanks Sandra 😄
Your humor...I feel it. lol
Thanks Jesse 😄
Finally I feel normal for carrying similar things
My tablet sometimes feel like an extra. But others, is my best friend. Same with my laptop. We really need to filter through all this new tech that comes out every day. My phone is not "The latest, fastest one" from Samsung. It's a very low/mid scale one. But it gets the job done in my everyday. The cameras are nice, I take great photos with it, I hear tons of music with it, read... All this beyond the social media stuff.
The iPad Mini is a great investment, especially in combination with the pencil and considering your use cases. You could go completely paperless if you wanted: calendar/planner/bullet journaling and even reading (unfortunately the eyestrain is real for me and I'll have to switch to an e-ink device).
Bought my first + yet only iPad (and overall Apple device) 5 years ago and expect to get at least 1 or 2 additional years out of it. I wish I'd have taken better care in terms of battery health but am still astounded by its longevity.
Not sure if gaming has its place in your minimalist approach but in case you want to allow yourself some fun distraction and could use a recommendation: Playing Kingdom Rush navigated with the pencil is just on another level. 😬
Can I be honest? Kingdom rush is my all time favorite app game, no question
@@NicholasGarofola 🥲
I own this bag, it’s great both for everyday activities and travel
a true minimalist this man is..0 friends
LOL that's hilarious! What a positive spin :D
Like the new ways of saying subscribe to the channel 😂. It's one of the best part of the video
😄
It's interesting that you upgraded from the RUSH pack - when i saw that video I was thinking "he has a LOT of bag for such a minimalist EDC footprint" (don't get me wrong, it's nice to be able to pick up a few things from the store w/ your EDC pack - haha). I saw you as the Peak Design Everyday Sling in 5L or 10L... and then you ended up with a similar pack. Nice job always evolving!!!! Be safe.
That Rush bag was great just too big for me personally
When he threw the bag 🤣🤣. Totally me! Unintentionally lol
7:48 "i have no friend" , hit me so hard
I used to edc a Coach "boarding bag" when I used to always bring an ipad, it fits my style more. But lately have left that and the ipad at home. Hopefully ios16 allows for pencil use on the iphone, as that can also work for me.
When I travel, I never bring a daypack backpack and just use the same boarding bag for that purpose. I just have a flatter Nalgene flask instead of the usual cylindrical shaped bottle, fits both my TB Synapse 25's middle pocket and the Coach boarding bag.
Your contents work like medicine for me. They are so soothing. 🤍
Great poking bag buddy, deffo interested. Glad it can deal with being thrown around. Nice colour iPhone, don’t really see darker green on things.
Nice sunglasses!
Oh man always take food, I’m constantly hungry so I rarely forget food haha!
Great video again man! And don’t worry we’re all your friends!
Great video - A joy to watch, brings a lots of ideas with calm.
I cackled at 0:36. 😂
My EDC as of right now:
Phone, AirPods, Keys, Wallet, Sunglasses
Same as your EDC except a bottle of water….. 40* celcius in south of France actually so water is indispensable
It's either a water bottle or an iPad right? What will you choose?
Just discovered your channel! I really love your videos, the way you're filming, the calm that comes from you, everything's perfect! New subscriber here! ;)
Thank you so much!
I really like this kind of videos! Keep making us crazy content! Thank you
I searched bellroy sling bag while watching the video. Oh boy, it's so expensive haha
That humor made me hit subscribe! Hahaha “i have no friends” HAHAHAHAHA
🙃
Great video, thanks for it. When you talked about the IPad mini, water bottle and occasionally your camera in the bag, is that all at the same time? Much thanks in advance
Water bottle won’t fit if I have my electronics in there 😅
Cumbersome...God I heard that word after ages. Great video as always, Nicolas! You rock!!! Just noticed u r already at 23K...Atta boy!
Thank you!
One suggestion - next time you show your car / apartment keys - wrap them in something or blur the image. Just to hide unique cutout on the keys so no one will try to reproduce them out of picture... :)
+1
Did you consider the bellroy venture 6L? It is pretty much the same size. It has a dedicated sunglasses zipper pocket w some soft lining. For me the absolute must have is a back zipper pocket to keep my passport and wallet which neither the sling lite or venture has. Still trying to find the perfect 4-6L sling bag for my international travel
I did, but I really liked the lite for the material I suppose, had a friend who had it and I was sold as soon as I saw it in person 👍🏻
Loved HOWEVER would have loved Links xx stay blessed 🇬🇧🙌👏🏻
Good call!
I love your videos and it's inspiring /helping me a lot!
Actually I own a biker bag (from Velodeath) and most the things I carry there too! My friends always gets impressed how many necessary things I carry with me
love to see what others carry in they everyday bags awesome 👌
"i just spit a little,... in that sentence..." LOL!!! ok honest review already I can. tell!
Nice setup man. I too, have the lite sling and the orbitkey with keytool. Really enjoy “abusing” those around haha
Cute Japanese stickers 🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹🥹
✌🏻
Same for the iPhone , I switched iPhone 10 max to an iPhone 13 and the size is so better
Agreed 😊
The iPhone 13 in the green color is so you : D
You know me 😄
I like that bag! I still have an IPhone 7s lol. Still works great!
Thanks Zoey 😄
Cheers from Ocala!
Hey neighbor!
Perfectly sensible packing.
Underrated.
My mans nic really bought a things of that nature color way iPhone 😭 aye that hoodie goses hard waiting for the t shirts tho way to hot in cali bro
Yessir!
Love your humor! Great video and keep them coming. What about productivity apps and process you use in daily life?
Coming soon!
Well as I no longer carry a purse, this bag would be useless to me 😢. But great video 😁
what camera do you use? Considering this or the venture sling for a similar use for day trips (Sony 7C + Sigma ART 18-24mm lens)
I really thought it was a sponsored video xd. I like some bellroy products (especially the non leather stuff) but it tends to be expensive. I also liked that the EDC is not excessive.
Bellroy is a bit on the pricey side
Nice videos,maybe some links will help .
What is the carabiner model?is nice how it lock with that small piece.
I like coach bags but carry a 5.11
you’d be interested in the inCharge X 6 in 1 charger
I always carry snacks in my bag. 🙃
Any tips for thise who wants to start the minimalist lifestyle on where and how to start?
Can you make an updated what’s on my iPhone/ review ?
Will do!
Nice video! But you could have mentioned what camera you use :)
Thanks for sharing, love the review from Australia
Thanks for watching! I love Australia
Thanks for sharing!!’ I am inspired!
Thanks 😊
Hey, really like the videos and humor! I was wondering if the iPad mini 6 will fit in the large zippered pocket inside the main compartment? I’d really like some separation of my iPad from everything else in the bag.
Main compartment yes, any pockets within the main compartment definitely no
heads up had bag for 15m the clasp snapped off... because clip didn't hold. I love the brand.
No Airtags? do you think that those can be consider on your EDC bag or in your keys? or you never take your EDC off?
Yeah, great video ....i ALWAYS need a spare pair of sunnies tho as my eyes are pale blue so pathetic in any bright light. ..also do you ever carry some kind of defence spray etc.? Its illegal here in Uk tho. I'm upping my self-defence knowledge now e.g. Aikado. It helps my confidence very much. It is just quick logic. I'm female so sadly i carry a rape alarm which is rechargable, and has a powerful LED torchlight. Your bag looks like a very good buy . 👍💜
Sunnies, such an English thing to call sunglasses 😂 and I do not carry defense spray at the moment
another great quality video ! have a nice day ;)
this is great! subbed!
Thanks Austin!
I really love this bag but i still got one question. Im going to buy the New s9 tab. This will be 11inch. Is it possible to fit a 11 Zoll tab in there?
You make me laugh! Love your videos!
Thank you 😄
Great video, thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Do you export your hand written animations as mogrts?
Great work brother 👏
God bless you ✝️
What are the two lenses you use along with your camera in the bag? I also enjoy a lightweight edc and I want to compare it with my camera.
I personally have a sony a73 and would carry along a sony 35mm F1.8.
Also, is the bag significantly more bulky that it looks weird with your camera? Just wondering since you werent able to get a shot with your camera inside
Sigma 30mm, and Sony 20mm pancake lens is what I use and it fits here 😄
That’s a nice bag. Thanks for sharing.
Have been watching your channel occasionally and today noticed that your bottle is full of JP characters. Have you visited yet?
From Tokyo.
I have not, but I would love to go by the end of the year! 🇯🇵
@@NicholasGarofola Good! Today I was at Ginza Tokyo for lunch with my girlfriend, and there are so many in bound travelers. The town has come back to before Covid activity level. Drop me a line when you come. 😉
@@naochago send me an email! It’d be great to have a friend in Tokyo! NicholasGarofola@gmail.com
How about a bottle of water? How do you put a water bottle in there?
Enjoyed your review. Will the Belroy sling bag lite hold the kindle oasis, a small water bottle, wallet, iPhone 10xs and keys comfortably?
Most likely yes
Great vid! I've just been looking at this bag myself, need something smaller than a backpack to work every day just to bring my lunch and essentials. I'm thinking of the Venture Sling 9L. What you have is the Venture Sling 6L right?
Bellroy have great products so good choice!
This one is 7L. I recommend, I prefer the thin, lighter material and I think the venture is thicker/heavier 😊
I have the venture sling 9L it’s amazing . I went from the backpack to it and have a ton of space left. Nordstrom’s sells it and had free shipping , they have a good return policy in case you don’t like it.
Can you recommend me the most compact and beautiful bag for iPad Mini 6 (as well as future iPad Mini 7)
I found the Black Ember Kompak also suitable, but it doesn't look aesthetically pleasing and doesn't hold an iPad with a protective case.
I like Black Ember but I’m really getting tired of backpack company’s making bags so expensive. The North Face for me has good quality with reasonable prices in my experience
@@NicholasGarofola Which model can you advise me? I really have a headache and there are so many options. I want a bag that fits and is not superfluous with ipad mini 6, but high quality and beautiful
Nice sunglass
Next generation Matt D'Avella
Huge compliment
Does anyone know if I can fit the apple Magic Keyboard inside? It measures 11”, the bag should be 12”, just not to sure!
so, u need usb-c to usb-c cable. a usb-c to lightning cable. a usb-a to lightning cable. and a power brick that has usb-c and/or usb-a hole. wow, thats so much
Where did I mention anything about a usb-a?
Nice bag!
Do you have a link for the key organizer? Thank you.
Orbitkey.com
more of study with me please, @nicholas.
I can make more ambient videos 😊
Watches video, impulsively purchases sling bag to carry the ipad mini I just bought and don’t need, hates self. Just kidding 😜, thanks for the clear review.
I am new fan of you from Iceland 😇😇😇💜💜💜
Love Iceland 🇮🇸
First - I think
Have you had any problems with the stitching? I ordered one a few days ago, but I read a review today saying the stitching came loose after a couple of months. I'm guessing you haven't encountered any problems. Hoping the review I read was just bad luck and not a reoccurring issue.
Haven’t had any issues 😄
Hey it's Mr. Ballin Junior intro
Where can I purchase
I realize that I don't care for people's unreasonable overspending for edc. I don't mind reasonable prices for quality.
Nice
I hope you get your iPhone 13 and iPad Mini 6 refurbished or second hand...
Do you fit the camera in the bag WITH or WITHOUT the lens attached? I'm obsessively searching for a non-backpack bag that can fit my XT3 WITH the 35f1.4 attached (for the ability to yank it out and get quick shots)!
With lens attached. For what it’s worth I use a 30mm sigma 1.4 which I believe is a similar size. Fits great 👍🏻
@@NicholasGarofola Impressive! Thanks for sharing.
6:24 Nice Japanese stickers!
How did you get these?
From a friend 😄
How’s the comfort of the strap with long use and with the iPad mini and water bottle inside? Does it hurt your shoulder with a full day of walking?
I can’t complain, maybe a little annoying but I wouldn’t say uncomfortable
@@NicholasGarofola Thanks
what bag is this? thanks