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BSF21 · Post by **BSF21** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:16 pm

Cross from Facebookland because I'm impatient and want to get something on order...

Any guys out there have a go-to weekender/duffel bag they really like? I need something I can keep packed for quick trips where I don't want to drag out my full carry-on luggage. Thinking canvas/leather/combo. Anyone a fan of a particular brand/style and can point me in the right direction? I don't want to end up with crap.

Gunpowder · Post by **Gunpowder** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:20 pm

How big are you looking for? I have a small one I like that fits Spirit's personal item measurements so I don't have to check luggage that I got on Groupon for like $20 and then a Samsonite that I got at Marshall's that counts as a carry-on on other airlines.

Just go to Marshall's or TJ Maxx and you can probably get something decent for like fitty billz

mister d · Post by **mister d** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:23 pm

Timbuk2 has some dope messenger bags that can double as weekenders in the bigger sizes. My first one was so nice some dude in DE broke my car window and stole it (and a laptop and phone and other shit).

BSF21 · Post by **BSF21** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:27 pm

I'd like it to be canvas or leather or some combo. Of good quality with no mechanics (no wheels, not a carryon, no foldy handles). Mostly something that would hold a couple pair of jeans and shirts, another pair of shoes, a shaving bag, etc. Something sturdy and will last for a few years, preferably around 100$ give or take.

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:35 pm

Amazon seems to have a good selection of them. This one looks right up your alley:

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govmentchedda · Post by **govmentchedda** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:38 pm

I just bought a Patagonia bag on my trip to Boston, and it's sturdy as fuck. This one costs $119, and it's pretty big. Probably too big for carry on if it's full. They have a smaller version of the same line, "Black Hole Duffel". Mine is a 60L, the 45L is $99. I bought mine thinking that I have three kids, and I might be able to fit our stuff in there. My wife's stuff will need its own bag.

BSF21 · Post by **BSF21** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:40 pm

AB_skin_test wrote:Amazon seems to have a good selection of them. This one looks right up your alley:

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Yea. Seems like a quality company. Maybe throw this one in the mix?

Post by **Sabo** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 3:43 pm

BSF21 wrote:I'd like it to be canvas or leather or some combo. Of good quality with no mechanics (no wheels, not a carryon, no foldy handles). Mostly something that would hold a couple pair of jeans and shirts, another pair of shoes, a shaving bag, etc. Something sturdy and will last for a few years, preferably around 100$ give or take.

If you're a Costco member, check out their site or go to a store. I bought a Ricardo roller bag from them and it's been excellent. I've used it for the last three or four years and it's still in decent shape. Mine is a full-size roller bag, but I saw smaller carry-on-sized bags when I was there earlier this week.

Gunpowder · Post by **Gunpowder** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 4:05 pm

BSF21 wrote:
AB_skin_test wrote:Amazon seems to have a good selection of them. This one looks right up your alley:

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Yea. Seems like a quality company. Maybe throw this one in the mix?

Jeez, do they know you're fuckin a dude?

Rush2112 · Post by **Rush2112** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 4:16 pm

I second the Timbuk 2 rec.

elflaco · Post by **elflaco** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 4:41 pm

T I M B U K2

can't go wrong.

my standard carry-on is a one of their backpacks -- couple of front pockets, big pocket and separate laptop pocket. padded. bottle opener on the strap.

current version of my bag - i take that everywhere -- small enough for day to day commuting, perfect for weekend jaunt.

Post by **Shirley** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 4:51 pm

Yeah, assuming you're gonna have a laptop, I'd go with a nice backpack. If you have an REI near you, they usually have a pretty good selection of travel (not hiking) backpacks.

DSafetyGuy · Post by **DSafetyGuy** » Wed Sep 24, 2014 7:08 pm

I also recently purchased a new backpack from Timbuk2. The Spire.

elflaco · Post by **elflaco** » Thu Sep 25, 2014 8:45 am

more of a secret confession i guess.. but the one thing i have too much off and have to work hard at not buying.. is bags. i must have at least 5 messenger bags, a couple of briefcases..

rass · Post by **rass** » Thu Sep 25, 2014 8:48 am

So you're saying bags are your...

mister d · Post by **mister d** » Thu Sep 25, 2014 9:01 am

If you go with Timbuk2 like the cool kids, there's a 30% code "WINKWINK" going on right now.

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Fri Sep 26, 2014 7:05 am

DSafetyGuy wrote:I also recently purchased a new backpack from Timbuk2. The Spire.

Hmmm. I'm in the market for a new backpack. This looks like just the right thing.

DSafetyGuy · Post by **DSafetyGuy** » Fri Sep 26, 2014 11:15 am

AB_skin_test wrote:
DSafetyGuy wrote:I also recently purchased a new backpack from Timbuk2. The Spire.

Hmmm. I'm in the market for a new backpack. This looks like just the right thing.

I really like it. Three smaller zip pockets (none of them are really small), plus two interior pockets for a laptop and/or tablet, and a large open space. Waterproof. Really, really like it.

wlu_lax6 · Post by **wlu_lax6** » Fri Sep 26, 2014 12:17 pm

I can't say enough great things about Hamptons Hybrid Messenger Backpack from BBP Bags. Has lasted forever, converatable, pockets upon pockets, and fits well.
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elflaco · Post by **elflaco** » Fri Sep 26, 2014 1:12 pm

hmm. might have to look into that..

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Mon Sep 29, 2014 9:11 am

DSafetyGuy wrote:
AB_skin_test wrote:
DSafetyGuy wrote:I also recently purchased a new backpack from Timbuk2. The Spire.

Hmmm. I'm in the market for a new backpack. This looks like just the right thing.
I really like it. Three smaller zip pockets (none of them are really small), plus two interior pockets for a laptop and/or tablet, and a large open space. Waterproof. Really, really like it.

I went with a different one, but the 30% off deal was pretty badass. I got the Jones

Post by **Shirley** » Mon Sep 29, 2014 9:59 am

That looks like Syracuse's uniforms last weekend.

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Mon Oct 06, 2014 12:39 pm

Sweet. Arrived today. Now I also have a waterproof map of San Francisco for all my biking needs!

Also, if anyone wants a waterproof map of San Francisco, please let me know.

DSafetyGuy · Post by **DSafetyGuy** » Mon Oct 06, 2014 6:32 pm

AB_skin_test wrote:Sweet. Arrived today. Now I also have a waterproof map of San Francisco for all my biking needs!

Also, if anyone wants a waterproof map of San Francisco, please let me know.

AB, my backpack has one more built-in bottle opener than yours.

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Tue Oct 07, 2014 7:04 am

DSafetyGuy wrote:
AB_skin_test wrote:Sweet. Arrived today. Now I also have a waterproof map of San Francisco for all my biking needs!

Also, if anyone wants a waterproof map of San Francisco, please let me know.
AB, my backpack has one more built-in bottle opener than yours.

I very nearly went with that one, but I am happy with the one I got. Straight cans, homey.

elflaco · Post by **elflaco** » Tue Oct 07, 2014 11:57 am

anyone been to Ghent?

just booked flights into Brussels next tuesday/wednesday (fucking redeye.. ughh), then taking the train next day into Ghent for a two day conference, but will have friday night free in Ghent .. just have to make sure i make my flight out of Brussels on saturday at 10am

otherwise i'll continue my goal of drinking my way through Belgium's 2500+beers. only 2480+ to go.

howard · Post by **howard** » Tue Oct 07, 2014 12:25 pm

There once was a young man from Ghent…

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 9:49 am

Jesus freaking fred. Backpack is fine, but for gods sake stop sending me 3-4 emails a day. I JUST bought one, why do you think I need to get another one two weeks later?

BSF21 · Post by **BSF21** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 9:58 am

AB_skin_test wrote:Jesus freaking fred. Backpack is fine, but for gods sake stop sending me 3-4 emails a day. I JUST bought one, why do you think I need to get another one two weeks later?

That'll teach you to e-commerce. Newfangled whatchamanet.

mister d · Post by **mister d** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 10:00 am

What if the new one doesn't match some of your outfits?

DSafetyGuy · Post by **DSafetyGuy** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 4:24 pm

Backpack with bottle opener means no emails.

DC47 · Post by **DC47** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 4:28 pm

AB_skin_test wrote:Jesus freaking fred. Backpack is fine, but for gods sake stop sending me 3-4 emails a day. I JUST bought one, why do you think I need to get another one two weeks later?

All I can say is that this never happens to me at KMart.

And as far as luggage goes, a plastic bag from a quality store will get you a long ways. Bonus: who would steal it, when there are all those fancy back-packs and expensive duffel-things laying around.

Brontoburglar · Post by **Brontoburglar** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 8:17 pm

mister d wrote:What if the new one doesn't match some of your outfits?

This is why I bought a black one. It goes with everything.

I was in need of a new backpack for work (something about using the backpack I started college with to go cover events was getting old now that I'm close to 30) and was inspired by this thread. I bought the Uptown.

mister d · Post by **mister d** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 8:53 pm

I'm far more willing to accept gray going with everything than black. I will argue about this.

Rush2112 · Post by **Rush2112** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 9:02 pm

Doesn't it matter on the season?

DC47 · Post by **DC47** » Thu Oct 16, 2014 10:48 pm

You mean your personal seasonal palette? Ever since I got my color analysis done I'm wearing just the right shade of khaki pants. Coordinated with the proper brown tone in a belt, and it's a smashing look.

A_B · Post by **A_B** » Fri Oct 17, 2014 6:45 am

Black doesn't go with navy. Gray does.

That said, whether my backpack matches is pretty low on a list of things that are pretty low on my list.

mister d · Post by **mister d** » Fri Oct 17, 2014 8:27 am

And neither go with brown, although gray is closer.

sancarlos · Post by **sancarlos** » Mon Oct 20, 2014 12:47 pm

elflaco wrote:anyone been to Ghent?

just booked flights into Brussels next tuesday/wednesday (fucking redeye.. ughh), then taking the train next day into Ghent for a two day conference, but will have friday night free in Ghent .. just have to make sure i make my flight out of Brussels on saturday at 10am

otherwise i'll continue my goal of drinking my way through Belgium's 2500+beers. only 2480+ to go.

Late to the response here, Juan. But, my grandfather was born just outside of Ghent. My wife and I visited there 20 years ago. The old town is great, and a tour of the old castle is great (a dungeon!), and a couple great medieval churches if you're into that sort of thing. Lots of bars, no trouble finding some great Belgian beer.

elflaco · Post by **elflaco** » Mon Oct 20, 2014 5:28 pm

thanks.. beautiful city. will look to make more trips in the future, especially as we'll be a bit closer moving to Machelen and away from Brussels.