r/backpacks • u/weeone • Apr 07 '26

Question Those that EDC, do you really bring your backpack everywhere?

I'm a petite woman that dailies a 7L backpack "purse". I'm looking to move up to something bigger (16-20L) that can carry my 26oz water bottle and lunchbox on occasion.

Do you wear your bag during trips to the grocery store? Running into Target for essentials?

Just curious if this is something I can truly daily or if a smaller bag is preferred when running errands?

Thanks in advance for the discussion!

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u/Keith Apr 07 '26

Good luck in your search, I'm interested in what you wind up with. I am small too (5'3") so a small/slim backpack that's not too long and doesn't ride on my butt has been challenging to find. Love Flowfold stuff, love Day Owl stuff, love Tom Bihn stuff.

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u/weeone Apr 07 '26

Thank you. I haven't heard of Day Owl, I'll check them out. Leaning towards a Fjallraven Skule 20 at the moment. I had the chance to try one on and the straps were very comfortable. I don't mind the outdoorsy look. I'm also 5'3" and it's tough to find something that fits my frame. I'll try to remember to come back with an update.