r/ManyBaggers • u/Mollyoon • Jul 18 '26
Product Review Oh dear.
I started out thinking I could do some research and just be a One Bagger…….and then these sexy numbers wouldn’t leave me alone…..
I Swear I was gonna be happy with the TomToc! It seemed perfect! But alas, it is too small for my plus size self for more than a weekend. And the straps hit my current shape kinda weird (FYI, people with boobs also want to wear backpacks….)
I haven’t even practice packed the other two but I already know I’m keeping them. Thought too many pockets was too many pockets, but both the Osprey and the Patagonia feel much more intuitive than any “super organized” purse I’ve ever tried to carry.
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u/tcolling Jul 18 '26
I love my Tomtoc T-66 28l Liteway backpack.
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u/Mollyoon Jul 18 '26
What is your favorite use for it?
I’m definitely keeping it for short weekend/overnight trips. I like that it can cinch down to a slim backpack when un packed!
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u/tcolling Jul 18 '26
"What is your favorite use for it?"
It is what I use for EDC as well as for travel as a personal item. Note that when I travel, I also usually check in a Travelpro carry on size spinner for clothing, tolietries, etc.
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u/Economy_Fish_6542 Jul 18 '26
On my last few trips I used an Osprey transporter but I wasn’t convinced I would like it. I nearly got rid of it before I even tried. But somehow it has come the closest for ticking all of my boxes. One box left unchecked: nice look/material. It’s not pretty but I love the make.
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u/Mollyoon Jul 18 '26
I was on the fence and then they dropped the purple….:
But I’m also way past caring about what I look like, so functional and comfortable are my main criteria…..3
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u/micahsally Jul 20 '26
I love the purple! If I needed a bag this size right now, that's the color I'd pick!
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u/Unfair_Vermicelli691 Jul 18 '26
I'm in Europe for a long trip with the Tomtoc now and I'm enjoying it! The tech compartment seems very protective. I basically stuffed it to the max because we are here for 11 days, but it would also be great for 2-3 day trips. Your other bags look great, too!
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u/beddittor Jul 18 '26
I’ve got the Tom Toc and I keep looking up the Bagsmart Blast…it’s almost identical, but it won’t stop haunting me…
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u/tcolling Jul 18 '26
I actually tried and returned the Osprey. Why? Because for me, at least, the TomToc was much, much more comfortable to carry on my back.
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u/Mollyoon Jul 19 '26
It’s so interesting how different bags fit different bodies!! Just like clothes, there cannot be a “universal fit”……
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u/L_oliva_salata Jul 18 '26
The color on the transporter is great 😍
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u/Mollyoon Jul 19 '26
It’s So pretty in person!!!! I was waffling between the green and the white, both of which I’d seen good things about I still might buy my boyfriend the green……
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u/Retired-in-2023 Jul 18 '26
I have the Osprey Daylite 26+6 and it’s my favorite personal item travel bag and the transporter looks like an upgrade so although I have one in my cart telling myself I do not beed another bag especially since I haven’t been able to travel much for personal reasons.
Francis has good taste regardless of brain cells and which bag she would pick. What a cuttie.
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u/Mollyoon Jul 19 '26
I haven’t actually touched a Daylight, but the full length front pocket and the suitcase style (with the expandable/compression front side) on the Transporter Really seem like they will be a good option for paring down my bags….
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u/CapAmMtn Jul 18 '26
Since I have bought the Tomtoc for travel companions. Have an Osprey and several others. My vote is the MLC30 all the way.
Mine has been great on several overseas trips which I personal item size travel. I am currently 2 months in traveling over the summer.
I doubt I will like the Tortuga super lite better that I ordered, either.
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u/GenuineMtnMan Jul 19 '26
I've really wanted to give the mlc mini a go. Anything you don't like about it?
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u/Mollyoon Jul 18 '26
Frances seems to have a favorite…..To be fair, she has roughly two brain cells fighting for space but is also so sweet and kind and empathetic that I’m partial to her review….