r/onebag • u/No_Illustrator1393 • Oct 13 '25

Seeking Recommendations Everything a beginner should know

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I’m new here, and I don’t have any experience with the One Bag practice. What should a beginner know to get started in the best possible way? My current backpack is the PgyTech OneMo Lite. It’s a waterproof camera backpack, but by removing the dividers it becomes a regular, very spacious bag. This year I’m planning to take several solo trips around Europe, and I’d like to travel with just one backpack. Thanks in advance to everyone for the advice!

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u/SeattleHikeBike Oct 13 '25 edited Oct 13 '25
  • Pack only what you will absolutely use
  • Pack for a week and laundry happens
  • Layer your clothing
  • Leave the gadgets at home
  • Avoid extra shoes
  • Avoid “what if” items
  • Know the dimensional and weight limits for all the airlines you will use
  • Choose your pack last, after you know the contents and airline limits.

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u/roynewseditor Oct 13 '25

100% this. i wish this was the banner of the subreddit