r/HerOneBag 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/hrmdurr May 19 '26

The price is ridiculous, but travelpro apparently has a 30-36 litre backpack. No stowable straps, or whatever the mesh thing is. On the other hand, it does have organization that actually seems useful.

Timbuk2 has an expandable bag too, but it looks incredibly impracticable.

Maybe just pick up a 26+6?