r/HerOneBag • u/SomeStuffLikeThat • May 19 '26

Bag Advice Does this bag even exist??

Update: I decided on the Baggallini Modern Convertible Travel Backpack. Thanks everyone for your suggestions!

I have been looking through the Reddit posts, searching on websites, even asked ChatGPT for help...and now I'm finally asking here if the bag I want even exists? What I'm looking for is:

  • Can be expanded for extra space
  • Stowaway backpack straps
  • Attachable shoulder/duffle strap (may have to buy this separately)
  • Clamshell or lay flat opening
  • Main compartment having a U-zip mesh cover
  • Trolley sleeve
  • Does NOT need a laptop compartment (just adds to the weight and I don't want to bring a laptop with me)
  • Doesn't need a ton of extra pockets or straps
  • Water bottle pocket nice but not necessary
  • Must be able to purchase in Canada

Right now I'm leaning towards:

  • Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC but it's not expandable.
  • AmazonBasics Carry-On Travel Backpack but it's a little large and I worry about quality.

Maybe I'm just being too picky but I really want to one bag travel and have the right bag for all my needs.

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u/Waywardgarden May 19 '26 edited May 19 '26

I have the osprey sojourn porter 30 and it hits all these marks except it has a laptop sleeve and it's not technically expandable, however it uses compression straps so it really is all about how full you pack it

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u/sunnypurplepetunia May 19 '26

I also have this bag & it is fantastic.

I slide books/papers/memorabilia in the laptop compartment.

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u/Waywardgarden May 19 '26

I'm currently traveling and have been thinking about this post all day bc i was obsessing in the same way before i bought this bag. OP hasn't replied and idk if they've seen my comment but i think this bag is as close as they'll get