I'd like to see more 17" laptop backpacks next time, i'm having a really tough time looking for a decent waterproof backpack for my laptop... still a pretty awesome list!
@@MR2TColeI got a waterfield bolt brief and dsptch slingpack to switch off for everyday, but have an alpha one niner evade just in case I need more capacity on a given day.
Have you ever considered to review any Waterfield backpacks? I've never tried one but from a looks point of view, I find them to be incredibly visually appealing and well designed!
Yes! All vids rock, but this is one of my favourites. Sad to see you forgot the "does it fit a sixpack 0.5 litres beer on the way home from work?" component, though! :D :D Looks wise, I think the Modern Dayfarer looks so good for work, as does the Aer! Pity they're going to be wiped off the list by the Fyro bags in the future. Cheers, Chris
Hey Aaron, Just got the Evergoods TD 35 and love it cause it is the first duffle that can carry work/travel gear but also my gym stuff with a basketball and not be near impossible to close. Also would love to know your thoughts on the PLC24 V3 and the Black Ember Dex 45. Lastly, thank you for making such high quality well thought out content and making it available to us “bag people” for free. 🙌
Just wanna say I love all the EDC reviews that are coming out of your channel. I recently saw PIONEER carry good dropped some bag packs and Panda specifically looks really great but haven’t been able to find any review anywhere. Would love to see it on your channel
damn, never heard of these guys before, looks super cool but $425 for that Panda pack looks steeeeep (granted, I won't know for sure unless I review it myself)
Thanks for this Aaron. I got my eye on the Mous backpack. Looks so Awesome! Can't wait for the full review. After watching this video, I'm excited to see your backpack, Aaron.
Great options but personally I’d love to see what backpacks make your list for water *proofness*. I’m a college student and spend a lot of time treading through rain. Often back packs I see that claim some form of waterproof end up still soaking or getting my electronics wet. If not worth a video some guidance would be appreciated!
fully waterproof bags are rare to come by - I've reviewed 300+ bags and I don't think I've ever actually tested one. Diving bags are usually the most waterproof. If you are looking for water resistant, then some ideal bags are Black Ember Forge, Mous Extreme Commuter with Lid, and WANDRD Duo
Great video, was looking for exactly this. Re: Bellroy Tokyo Totepack Compact, isn't all your video footage of the regular 20L and not the 14L Compact? This was brought up in the full review vid.
All backpack reviews seem to fit into 3 categories, everyday use, weekend trips, and long trips. But there aren't any videos I can find tailored to business trips. If you could make a video in the following theme, you'd get all the views. What's a good backpack that would be good for a Monday to Friday trip (4 nights) where you need to pack 4 days of business cloths, 2 laptops (1 is 17 inches and the other is 13") and dress shoes? The LTT backpack caught my eye first and got me interested to replace by carry-on/laptop bag combo, but the LTT one is 25L which seems a bit small. Since I've never owned a travel backpack, I don't really have a good frame of reference. Since the 13" laptop is my work laptop, I'd just need to add a small bag for it that I could use after getting to my hotel. Though I imagine some people would like the expanding backpacks so they can make it small if they have more work gear to transport during the day. Could it be done with one that is personal size or would it need to be carry-on size?
very interesting. I see how this is a very specific use case - particularly the business clothes/shoes element. Do you think its common for people on business trips to have two laptops though?
Hey Aaron! A fan from the PH. I'm a recent sub who literally binged all your vids within 7 days. I love your energy and looking forward to the backpack you've designed with your team from the ground up! What's your opinion on the Bellroy Transit bag's back and strap? I really want it but I feel that they cost cut by not adding thick padding and mesh at the back of their backpacks. I feel this is a huge oversight for the prices they charge which are commensurate to the AER bags which in turn have fantastic padding and comofrt as you pointed out. I would go for AER but like you said I prefer the "quirky urban" aesthetic of Bellroy. So what's up with all their bags not having mesh and padding?? Or am I missing out on something here? So far the APEX seems to be their only bag with mesh in the back (and don't get me started on the controversy of the straps loosening). Keep it up brotha!
Thanks my dude! IMO Bellroy prioritizes lightweight bags with perfect aesthetics. The Transit series is a great example of this - the straps look sexy and aren't heavily padded. But this obviously comes with cons (lack of comfort). If comfort is your priority, you'll def want to look more towards the Aer side of things. Check out their Olive Green bags - def less 'dark' looking than their normal packs
@@Nomads.Nation wanted to ask why no mention of Bellroy Transit Workpack, then saw your comment here. i am a fan of this backpack, and have been using it for several travels now, but i agrees 100% the straps is meh, with weight, really "cut" through the shoulders. Great insights 👍
Hey Aaron, First off thanks for your work, following it closely what you're doing is so helpful and well made, so cheers for that ! Had a quick one for you as I think I haven't stumbled upon this type of video yet : but do you have recommendations for backpacks that could withstands some harsher conditions (e.g mountains, skiing...) and still be fit for daily use ?
Thanks so much! Unfortunately I am much more of an expert on urban bags - outdoor bags really aren't my forte. But if you find any please send them my way as I'd love to learn more and expand my knowledge
Any budget recommendations?? Would be nice to have something for daily office use but can be used for whatever you chuck at it. Thinking about the borealis or borealis classic...
Hello Aaron, do you have a store in Hong Kong? Going to be here for another week and i can’t find any Aer products sold here. I really want to try out the flight pack vs the tech sling for day to day business in Hong Kong. Would you happen to be selling any old Aer bags? Thanks, -Shane
Yo Shane, you can try Suburban HK store (they have two locations) but I don’t know if they have Aer bags anymore. We don’t sell bags ourselves but feel free to swing by our office and you can look and feel both of those bags for a few minutes. Shoot me an email aaron@nomadsnation.com if interested
Hey Aaron, I'm considering getting a Mous backpack. I currently using a Modern Dayfarer backpack V1 for more than 5 years now. I want to see how you make a comparison between the 2 if you could.
they are very different bags. The Mous is heavier and is not very accessible, but has a lot more versatility and interesting features. We are going to publish a full review of the Mous backpack in a few weeks - be sure to keep an eye out for it!
Black Ember bags are known to be as rain resistant as possible. Also anything that uses XPAC material - so Able Carry, Alpha One Niner and some Aer bags
Cool idea! I think that a well ventilated back panel makes the bag a) heavier b) more expensive and c) makes it look less aesthetically pleasing. But I agree - ventilation should be key
I'm really torn between the aer city pack pro and the modern dayfarer v2. Can you help me decide? What are the main differences between the bags and which one do you prefer?
@@Nomads.Nation I like a horizontal strap across my chest. I have a feeling, that this prevent the backpack from "floating". By that I mean that the wind drags the backpack and creating an airgap between my back and the bag. It should be able to contain a 16" laptop. Breakfast (I normally bring a 1 liter bucket of yoghurt and a container with blueberries to work every two days as breakfast) + daily lunch. Also I need to have space for a mouse, sun glasses, reading classes. My Sony MX4 headphone and some papers. I doesn't need to be 100% water proof. Most of the rain will not hit the backpack due to turbulence and moving quickly. But water resistant is a must. Would also be great if the backpack would work on short hikes and city trips.
@@mordante01 These are pretty normal backpack needs as most bags can fit EDC gear + 16" laptop + have a chest strap, so you should have plenty of options. Gun to my head I think the Alpaka Elements or Aer Duffel Pack 3 cuz they are a bit thinner in their dimensions
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🎒 Video introduces 13 top work everyday carry backpacks for 2023, each with an in-depth review. 00:14 🤝 Sponsored by Safety Wing Insurance, tailored for digital nomads and remote workers. 00:28 🌆 Bellroy Tokyo Tote Pack Compact: 14L, colorful urban design, $185, fits up to 13" laptop, 3.5/5 travel rating. 01:37 💼 Nomatic Navigator Light: 15L (expandable to 21L), $180, fits up to 16" laptop, 4/5 travel rating. 02:33 🖐️ Harbor London Classic Rucksack: Handmade, 17.4L, $400, fits 13-16" laptops, 3.5/5 travel rating. 03:54 🌱 Evergoods Panel Loader Classic: 20L, $180, fits up to 17" laptop, 3/5 travel rating. 04:46 🏞️ Wander Duo: 20L, $234, specialized for outdoorsy photographers, 4/5 travel rating. 05:58 🌑 Alpha One-Niner Whitley: 20L, $190, fits up to 16" MacBook Pro, 3.5/5 travel rating. 06:52 🔳 Black Ember Forge: 20L (expandable to 30L), $270, fits up to 15" laptop, 5/5 travel rating. 07:49 ⚙️ Menaul Daily Bag 3.0: 21L, $290, highly secure laptop storage, 5/5 travel rating. 09:01 🏋️♂️ Modern Dayfarer Backpack: 24L, $200, gym-oriented, fits up to 16" laptop. 09:15 🎒 Features 840D ballistic nylon exterior, ventilated shoe compartment, ideal for gym/work life with lots of side access. 09:43 🥈 Air City Pack Pro is introduced, notable for urban everyday carry; 24 liters, four colors, and priced at $210. 10:24 💻 Half Moon laptop sleeve fits 16-inch laptops; made with 1680D ballistic nylon, clamshell opening, and comfortable design. 11:06 🌊 Simple Weekender Backpack: 25 liters, designed for work-play balance; weather-resistant, eco-friendly materials, priced at $200 with a lifetime warranty. 12:31 📱 Mouse 25 Liter Backpack: New player from the phone casemarket; tech-focused, heavy-duty, and priced at $250. 13:39 🌐 Boundary Supply Errant Pro: 25 liters expandable to 30, caters to creatives; versatile with modular ecosystem, priced from $340. 15:05 ✈️ Shoutout to Safety Wing for travel insurance designed for digital nomads and remote workers; user-friendly and responsive customer service. 15:33 🎥 The host is "pack fluid" meaning his favorite backpack is constantly changing; no specific all-time favorite mentioned. Made with HARPA AI
Well actually a highly technical backpack could have 200 or more pieces, plus the labor costs to put them together by skilled sewers, plus shipping a large heavy box… it all adds up
@@Nomads.Nation I didn’t mean to come off rude if it sounded that way because I love the content. ❤️ But no, there aren’t really any I would’ve added because I don’t know enough to give a decent suggestion. If there is a video of yours that is about affordable bags I just haven’t seen it yet, but if not I do think that it would be a good video idea to consider. 👍
@@brysonunderwood8347 it came across as frustrated, which is understandable! We've done many budget bag reviews such as ruclips.net/video/yU5e3jWvIZ4/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/A4EZ8oby6r8/видео.html
Honestly, I clicked the video to see what you were going to provide as ‘work backpacks.’ Your list is primarily trendy ‘weekender’ or ‘digital/social media’ backpacks. When you say ‘work pack packs,’ provide alternatives to Tumi, Briggs and Riley, Samsonite, etc. those stuffy backpacks aren’t valuable or at least for me, they are clunky and not really well planned out. I understand you are all about traveling, but us business people who are in airplanes every week whether domestic and/or international, are looking for insight. Unfortunately this video was a swing and a miss. Cyber punk would not be a work backpack people would look for to use for business, travel, etc. Style, space, laptop protection and usability are key. Most of us don’t care about camera gear, vlogging paraphernalia or tripod storage…make one for those of us that are seeking true work backpacks. Travel friendly, practical, stylish and excellent quality. I have watched other videos of yours and this was first one I was truly disappointed with. My $0.02 for your next video.
Appreciate your .02! I think it's important to remember that these are 'work' bags, not 'traditional business' bags. People work in lots of different ways theses days - some are hoodie-wearing entrepreneurs like myself, but there are also graphic designers, coders, tech founders and others that need to find cool (sometimes cyberpunk) work bags as well
A word of caution for those seeking reviews/first-hand experiences about the Sympl Weekender bag on Reddit. There are two accounts that are shilling this bag on almost every single reddit thread about a post inquiring about this Sympl Weekender bag (or any Sympl product). It looks like they're employees of the company, since their post history is only and always shilling Sympl products. I mention this because I was so close to pulling the trigger on this bag, but have second thoughts now after finding this out. And because of how other users were mentioning that Sympl was "doing their best to suppress my legitimate feedback online." when the feedback was negative. Just my 2 cents of going down the rabbit hole lol, still looking for my EDC bag.
These are the best bags in the world, so just like anything else in life you get what you pay for. Having said that, we have done plenty of budget roundups as well on some amazing bags that are less expensive - be sure to check them out!
@@yorttroy thank for the comment! And yes, as our description in every video says we do get some free gear, but we actually buy a lot of our own bags as well. Depends what we need for a shoot and what we have in stock. But yes, buying ALL the bags would get really expensive 😂
@Nomads.Nation yep 100%, mate, just trying to enlighten the original commenter who is apparently going to stop watching because there's a delay on reviewing a premium bag 🫠 Cheers for the review, helped me finally decide on a hybrid EDC and travel bag.
Learn more about Safety Wing insurance for Digital Nomads and Remote Teams 👉 bit.ly/3HYxoCY
after watching your 13 best picks for this year, I'm now more excited what your bag will be by then
me too ;)
I'd like to see more 17" laptop backpacks next time, i'm having a really tough time looking for a decent waterproof backpack for my laptop... still a pretty awesome list!
We plan on doing a best 17” laptop backpacks roundup soon… there just arent many options lol
get a smaller laptop
def an option @@jdarrrr
Nice, what timing. My job just issued me a big honker Thinkpad and it's just a smidge too large for my alpaka tech brief 16. Time for a new daily bag.
Same here! Those giant ThinkPads are no joke. I ended up going with the peak design 30l everyday bag.
@@MR2TColeI got a waterfield bolt brief and dsptch slingpack to switch off for everyday, but have an alpha one niner evade just in case I need more capacity on a given day.
Have you ever considered to review any Waterfield backpacks? I've never tried one but from a looks point of view, I find them to be incredibly visually appealing and well designed!
I'd love to! Hoping to soon, they look great
Yes! All vids rock, but this is one of my favourites. Sad to see you forgot the "does it fit a sixpack 0.5 litres beer on the way home from work?" component, though! :D :D
Looks wise, I think the Modern Dayfarer looks so good for work, as does the Aer! Pity they're going to be wiped off the list by the Fyro bags in the future.
Cheers, Chris
I'll need to add a 6-pack to my list of shooting props 🍻
@@Nomads.Nation hahaha that would be brilliant
I loved the format of this video very well done!
Thanks dude!
Lots of great options! Esp on the weather resistant side. Thank you!
You bet!
Hey Aaron,
Just got the Evergoods TD 35 and love it cause it is the first duffle that can carry work/travel gear but also my gym stuff with a basketball and not be near impossible to close. Also would love to know your thoughts on the PLC24 V3 and the Black Ember Dex 45. Lastly, thank you for making such high quality well thought out content and making it available to us “bag people” for free. 🙌
thanks dude and super stoked to hear you are loving the TD35, I can't wait to check it out. Hoping to get a review of the Dex45 live this summer 🙏
Aer is the g.o.a.t. ❤
🐐
After watching these 13 choices, I can't wait for the final output of your brand. All the best, Aaron!
Thanks so much!… Keith? 🤔
@@Nomads.Nation Yes Aaron, that is Keith! LOL. All the love and support to you.
Just wanna say I love all the EDC reviews that are coming out of your channel. I recently saw PIONEER carry good dropped some bag packs and Panda specifically looks really great but haven’t been able to find any review anywhere. Would love to see it on your channel
damn, never heard of these guys before, looks super cool but $425 for that Panda pack looks steeeeep (granted, I won't know for sure unless I review it myself)
Decent list. My travel backpack is bellroy transit workpack 20l
🫶🏽
Thanks for this Aaron. I got my eye on the Mous backpack. Looks so Awesome! Can't wait for the full review. After watching this video, I'm excited to see your backpack, Aaron.
Appreciate that - MOUS bag review should be live in a week or so
Love to hear this! Any further information from us, just ask away!
@@Mouscase cheers team at Mous!
@@Mouscase Do you plan to make a macbook case anytime in the future?
Surprised you didn’t include the nomatic travel pack here! I feel like that’s one of the best work/travel bags out there, water resistant too!
Good call! Although it's a bit overpriced and might be feature-overkill, it's def a great work pack for certain needs
I've been using one for 2 years, but the zippers are just low quality and they broke.
return it!@@Darshpham they will replace it
Great options but personally I’d love to see what backpacks make your list for water *proofness*. I’m a college student and spend a lot of time treading through rain. Often back packs I see that claim some form of waterproof end up still soaking or getting my electronics wet. If not worth a video some guidance would be appreciated!
fully waterproof bags are rare to come by - I've reviewed 300+ bags and I don't think I've ever actually tested one. Diving bags are usually the most waterproof. If you are looking for water resistant, then some ideal bags are Black Ember Forge, Mous Extreme Commuter with Lid, and WANDRD Duo
levi's back pack so so amezing❤
never knew Levi's made backpacks lol
Great video, was looking for exactly this. Re: Bellroy Tokyo Totepack Compact, isn't all your video footage of the regular 20L and not the 14L Compact? This was brought up in the full review vid.
ugh you are totally right, this damn pack keeps fooling us 😂
All backpack reviews seem to fit into 3 categories, everyday use, weekend trips, and long trips. But there aren't any videos I can find tailored to business trips. If you could make a video in the following theme, you'd get all the views.
What's a good backpack that would be good for a Monday to Friday trip (4 nights) where you need to pack 4 days of business cloths, 2 laptops (1 is 17 inches and the other is 13") and dress shoes? The LTT backpack caught my eye first and got me interested to replace by carry-on/laptop bag combo, but the LTT one is 25L which seems a bit small. Since I've never owned a travel backpack, I don't really have a good frame of reference. Since the 13" laptop is my work laptop, I'd just need to add a small bag for it that I could use after getting to my hotel. Though I imagine some people would like the expanding backpacks so they can make it small if they have more work gear to transport during the day. Could it be done with one that is personal size or would it need to be carry-on size?
very interesting. I see how this is a very specific use case - particularly the business clothes/shoes element. Do you think its common for people on business trips to have two laptops though?
@@Nomads.Nation Probably not common for 2 laptops, but a laptop and a tablet maybe.
@@phil8264 got it, I’ll keep this video idea on our wish list.
Hey Aaron! A fan from the PH. I'm a recent sub who literally binged all your vids within 7 days. I love your energy and looking forward to the backpack you've designed with your team from the ground up!
What's your opinion on the Bellroy Transit bag's back and strap? I really want it but I feel that they cost cut by not adding thick padding and mesh at the back of their backpacks. I feel this is a huge oversight for the prices they charge which are commensurate to the AER bags which in turn have fantastic padding and comofrt as you pointed out. I would go for AER but like you said I prefer the "quirky urban" aesthetic of Bellroy. So what's up with all their bags not having mesh and padding?? Or am I missing out on something here? So far the APEX seems to be their only bag with mesh in the back (and don't get me started on the controversy of the straps loosening). Keep it up brotha!
Thanks my dude! IMO Bellroy prioritizes lightweight bags with perfect aesthetics. The Transit series is a great example of this - the straps look sexy and aren't heavily padded. But this obviously comes with cons (lack of comfort). If comfort is your priority, you'll def want to look more towards the Aer side of things. Check out their Olive Green bags - def less 'dark' looking than their normal packs
@@Nomads.Nation wanted to ask why no mention of Bellroy Transit Workpack, then saw your comment here. i am a fan of this backpack, and have been using it for several travels now, but i agrees 100% the straps is meh, with weight, really "cut" through the shoulders. Great insights 👍
@@arthuslim totally agree - it's an amazing pack
Hey Aaron,
First off thanks for your work, following it closely what you're doing is so helpful and well made, so cheers for that !
Had a quick one for you as I think I haven't stumbled upon this type of video yet : but do you have recommendations for backpacks that could withstands some harsher conditions (e.g mountains, skiing...) and still be fit for daily use ?
Thanks so much! Unfortunately I am much more of an expert on urban bags - outdoor bags really aren't my forte. But if you find any please send them my way as I'd love to learn more and expand my knowledge
Any budget recommendations?? Would be nice to have something for daily office use but can be used for whatever you chuck at it.
Thinking about the borealis or borealis classic...
got some here - ruclips.net/video/yU5e3jWvIZ4/видео.html
Love your reviews - wonder why you haven’t had the troubadour bags for review?
if they send me one, I'll review it!
Any of the have a separate shoulder strap? 3 way/ hybrid/ convertible
Check out Alpaka Tech Brief
Hello Aaron, do you have a store in Hong Kong? Going to be here for another week and i can’t find any Aer products sold here. I really want to try out the flight pack vs the tech sling for day to day business in Hong Kong. Would you happen to be selling any old Aer bags?
Thanks,
-Shane
Yo Shane, you can try Suburban HK store (they have two locations) but I don’t know if they have Aer bags anymore. We don’t sell bags ourselves but feel free to swing by our office and you can look and feel both of those bags for a few minutes. Shoot me an email aaron@nomadsnation.com if interested
Hey Aaron, I'm considering getting a Mous backpack. I currently using a Modern Dayfarer backpack V1 for more than 5 years now. I want to see how you make a comparison between the 2 if you could.
they are very different bags. The Mous is heavier and is not very accessible, but has a lot more versatility and interesting features. We are going to publish a full review of the Mous backpack in a few weeks - be sure to keep an eye out for it!
Love it!! Let us know if you want any information from us :)
Aaron, no Briggs and Riley packs on your list, any thoughts? Have you reviewed any of their bags? Thanking you in advance.......
haven't reviewed anything by them yet and we only include bags that I've personally tested. Hoping to review a B&R soon though, I've heard good things
Hey hey! Awesome vid!
I'm from Taiwan, and it rains a lot, which of this bag has good/best water resistant? Thanks
Black Ember bags are known to be as rain resistant as possible. Also anything that uses XPAC material - so Able Carry, Alpha One Niner and some Aer bags
Nice Overview and Guide!
Glad it was helpful!
Do the best backpacks for summer. Sweaty backs is a real issue in tropical climates! I dont get why cool back techs is not mainstream
Cool idea! I think that a well ventilated back panel makes the bag a) heavier b) more expensive and c) makes it look less aesthetically pleasing. But I agree - ventilation should be key
I'm really torn between the aer city pack pro and the modern dayfarer v2. Can you help me decide? What are the main differences between the bags and which one do you prefer?
Yo dude we did full reviews on both bags so you can see which one is best for you, be sure to check them out.
@Nomads.Nation hey man, great video and awesome channel!
Could you do a review on Linus Tech Tips backpack? I'm curious what you think.
its on our to do list - once we get one, we'll review it!
Have you reviewed Spiral backpacks ? They seem well priced
I'll be sure to check em out!
Hey Aaron, do you have any thoughts on the XD Design’s Bizz Business & Travel Backpack?
Haven’t tested it out yet, seems really interesting though
Hey Aaron, if you had to choose between the Aer city pack pro and the modern dayfarer for Edc/gym use , which would you prefer?
Modern Dayfarer because of the shoe compartment 💪
@@Nomads.Nation thanks!
Any backpack great for 17” laptop, 12.1” iPad Pro, Vision Pro?
That’s quite a tech stack - maybe the Linus Tech Tips backpack (we did a full review on it)
Hello from Hong Kong!
neiho! 🇭🇰
I know it is old, but if I would like to use any of these going to work on a motorbike. What would you recommend.
I motorbike a lot when on holiday but never in my day-to-day life, what would be important in a motorbike/work bag?
@@Nomads.Nation I like a horizontal strap across my chest. I have a feeling, that this prevent the backpack from "floating". By that I mean that the wind drags the backpack and creating an airgap between my back and the bag.
It should be able to contain a 16" laptop. Breakfast (I normally bring a 1 liter bucket of yoghurt and a container with blueberries to work every two days as breakfast) + daily lunch. Also I need to have space for a mouse, sun glasses, reading classes. My Sony MX4 headphone and some papers.
I doesn't need to be 100% water proof. Most of the rain will not hit the backpack due to turbulence and moving quickly. But water resistant is a must. Would also be great if the backpack would work on short hikes and city trips.
Also I'm Dutch so EU availability is a must.
@@mordante01 These are pretty normal backpack needs as most bags can fit EDC gear + 16" laptop + have a chest strap, so you should have plenty of options. Gun to my head I think the Alpaka Elements or Aer Duffel Pack 3 cuz they are a bit thinner in their dimensions
Can you review the veto edc backpack ?
I’ll check it out!
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🎒 Video introduces 13 top work everyday carry backpacks for 2023, each with an in-depth review.
00:14 🤝 Sponsored by Safety Wing Insurance, tailored for digital nomads and remote workers.
00:28 🌆 Bellroy Tokyo Tote Pack Compact: 14L, colorful urban design, $185, fits up to 13" laptop, 3.5/5 travel rating.
01:37 💼 Nomatic Navigator Light: 15L (expandable to 21L), $180, fits up to 16" laptop, 4/5 travel rating.
02:33 🖐️ Harbor London Classic Rucksack: Handmade, 17.4L, $400, fits 13-16" laptops, 3.5/5 travel rating.
03:54 🌱 Evergoods Panel Loader Classic: 20L, $180, fits up to 17" laptop, 3/5 travel rating.
04:46 🏞️ Wander Duo: 20L, $234, specialized for outdoorsy photographers, 4/5 travel rating.
05:58 🌑 Alpha One-Niner Whitley: 20L, $190, fits up to 16" MacBook Pro, 3.5/5 travel rating.
06:52 🔳 Black Ember Forge: 20L (expandable to 30L), $270, fits up to 15" laptop, 5/5 travel rating.
07:49 ⚙️ Menaul Daily Bag 3.0: 21L, $290, highly secure laptop storage, 5/5 travel rating.
09:01 🏋️♂️ Modern Dayfarer Backpack: 24L, $200, gym-oriented, fits up to 16" laptop.
09:15 🎒 Features 840D ballistic nylon exterior, ventilated shoe compartment, ideal for gym/work life with lots of side access.
09:43 🥈 Air City Pack Pro is introduced, notable for urban everyday carry; 24 liters, four colors, and priced at $210.
10:24 💻 Half Moon laptop sleeve fits 16-inch laptops; made with 1680D ballistic nylon, clamshell opening, and comfortable design.
11:06 🌊 Simple Weekender Backpack: 25 liters, designed for work-play balance; weather-resistant, eco-friendly materials, priced at $200 with a lifetime warranty.
12:31 📱 Mouse 25 Liter Backpack: New player from the phone casemarket; tech-focused, heavy-duty, and priced at $250.
13:39 🌐 Boundary Supply Errant Pro: 25 liters expandable to 30, caters to creatives; versatile with modular ecosystem, priced from $340.
15:05 ✈️ Shoutout to Safety Wing for travel insurance designed for digital nomads and remote workers; user-friendly and responsive customer service.
15:33 🎥 The host is "pack fluid" meaning his favorite backpack is constantly changing; no specific all-time favorite mentioned.
Made with HARPA AI
cool
Next is travel sling listtt
Great recommendation!
Hello from Hong Kong
Hey there! 🇭🇰
Modern dayfarer❤
All day!
the Harber London is $400 and not water guard zippers not even YKK zippers? come on man!!! not thanks
Yea not a fan of the lack of YKK zips at all
The link for the full evergoods plc 20 is set to private for me.
thanks for that! I have updated, and here's the link for you -> bit.ly/44RBJ3X
Why no Tom Bihn?
I only include brands I've personally reviewed and I haven't gotten my hands on a Tom Bihn yet, but hoping to soon!
How did you not mention Alpaka Elements Pro BP???
Good call! Def should be on this list
@@Nomads.Nation it’s an absolute beast of a product. For your next round-up;)
@@AvishayGor we just shot a review of it, should be live in a few days!
How the hell do these cloth pieces cost 300 bucks??
Well actually a highly technical backpack could have 200 or more pieces, plus the labor costs to put them together by skilled sewers, plus shipping a large heavy box… it all adds up
Hard to find something with the design of Mous but the slim and sleekness of other brands, Ugh.
check out my backpack! ruclips.net/video/dG6QvyqOwM4/видео.htmlsi=v0boU7IcxqODXp0w
Great just picking okay backpacks that cost my life savings.
any bags I missed that you would have added?
@@Nomads.Nation I didn’t mean to come off rude if it sounded that way because I love the content. ❤️ But no, there aren’t really any I would’ve added because I don’t know enough to give a decent suggestion. If there is a video of yours that is about affordable bags I just haven’t seen it yet, but if not I do think that it would be a good video idea to consider. 👍
@@brysonunderwood8347 it came across as frustrated, which is understandable! We've done many budget bag reviews such as ruclips.net/video/yU5e3jWvIZ4/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/A4EZ8oby6r8/видео.html
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks! I with definitely give them a watch, and sorry again. 😕
And where is XD-design???
heard good things about them, hopefully I can check them out soon!
Honestly, I clicked the video to see what you were going to provide as ‘work backpacks.’ Your list is primarily trendy ‘weekender’ or ‘digital/social media’ backpacks. When you say ‘work pack packs,’ provide alternatives to Tumi, Briggs and Riley, Samsonite, etc. those stuffy backpacks aren’t valuable or at least for me, they are clunky and not really well planned out. I understand you are all about traveling, but us business people who are in airplanes every week whether domestic and/or international, are looking for insight. Unfortunately this video was a swing and a miss. Cyber punk would not be a work backpack people would look for to use for business, travel, etc. Style, space, laptop protection and usability are key. Most of us don’t care about camera gear, vlogging paraphernalia or tripod storage…make one for those of us that are seeking true work backpacks. Travel friendly, practical, stylish and excellent quality. I have watched other videos of yours and this was first one I was truly disappointed with. My $0.02 for your next video.
Appreciate your .02! I think it's important to remember that these are 'work' bags, not 'traditional business' bags. People work in lots of different ways theses days - some are hoodie-wearing entrepreneurs like myself, but there are also graphic designers, coders, tech founders and others that need to find cool (sometimes cyberpunk) work bags as well
Where's the Mous Backpack review?
Should be live in a week or two
even playing this at 2x was slow....
RUclips's gonna need a 3x button for my channel
2024???😊
this video is still relevant for 2024 :)
@@Nomads.Nation Brain fart
A word of caution for those seeking reviews/first-hand experiences about the Sympl Weekender bag on Reddit. There are two accounts that are shilling this bag on almost every single reddit thread about a post inquiring about this Sympl Weekender bag (or any Sympl product). It looks like they're employees of the company, since their post history is only and always shilling Sympl products.
I mention this because I was so close to pulling the trigger on this bag, but have second thoughts now after finding this out. And because of how other users were mentioning that Sympl was "doing their best to suppress my legitimate feedback online." when the feedback was negative.
Just my 2 cents of going down the rabbit hole lol, still looking for my EDC bag.
thanks for that info! I don't know if it's true or not, but good to keep an eye out for
hey there - your link to the SYMPL Weekend backpack review should be www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6%209qg6Pz70
have updated - thanks again!!
What are these prices?! Wow its changed times! Thanks Inflation enabled capitalism!!
These are the best bags in the world, so just like anything else in life you get what you pay for. Having said that, we have done plenty of budget roundups as well on some amazing bags that are less expensive - be sure to check them out!
@@Nomads.Nation Yeah I hear ya... Just spent 2k on a Laptop, a 200 buck bag should've been budgeted for also I guess lol. Great Videos btw!
@@StrudlePie thanks dude!
I’m here for information not fashion sense stop acting like vanna white. I don’t care what you think about colors or fashion
😂
Wtf is paying over £100 for a backpack, what an absolute rip off!
Bags are like cars. You can buy a Toyota or a Bentley - both get you to the same place, just in different ways
Great job picking 13 of the worst and most useless back packs made, everyone of of them are literally on the bottom of my list
Thanks for your feedback! I’d love to hear which packs would make your list.
Who hurt you?
Typical. Makes a critical comment but doesn’t even suggest one alternative and reason as to why.
@@FA-hi8oy haters gonna hate 🤷♂
You sound like you need a hug.
use metric system please.
we incorporate it where we can in our newer videos
….and STILL no sign of the Tom Bihn Synapse 19. Will stop watching I’m afraid.
I've heard great things about Tom Bihn bags - hoping to review one soon!
Because he needs his money bag from sponsorship first. It's not a cheap thing to review without one.
@@yorttroy thank for the comment! And yes, as our description in every video says we do get some free gear, but we actually buy a lot of our own bags as well. Depends what we need for a shoot and what we have in stock. But yes, buying ALL the bags would get really expensive 😂
@Nomads.Nation yep 100%, mate, just trying to enlighten the original commenter who is apparently going to stop watching because there's a delay on reviewing a premium bag 🫠
Cheers for the review, helped me finally decide on a hybrid EDC and travel bag.
@@yorttroy thanks so much dude!
You sir have never used a backpack. Because these are ugly and I wouldn't be caught dead with them.
thanks for your feedback! I'd love to see what you think is a good-looking bag
@@Nomads.Nation It must be Leather .. Options would be bags by Ralph Lauren, Satchel & Page and the Real Leather Company. There are others of course.
@@GautamAtri great recommendations!
@@Nomads.Nation I would love for you to review some proper Leather bags for us Formal/Semi Formal folk. For that I shall subscribe and wait.
@@GautamAtri check out our Harber London Rucksack review - might be more up your alley
STOP WEARING MASKS.
many of these shots were taken during Covid when masks were mandated. thank you for your concern
@@Nomads.Nation your response to a comment like mine just earned you a sub. Weird. I know. But thank you.
@@itcantrainallthetime9886 welcome aboard!