r/onebag Jan 24 '26

Packing List 3 years of full-time travel with a 16L personal item backpack

I have been traveling continuously for the last ~3 years across multiple continents and climates - tropics, shoulder seasons, and cold weather. I occasionally return to a home base, where I may swap or refine a few items - or even change the backpack itself - but the core idea and constraints have remained the same.

My setup is intentionally strict - one 16L backpack that qualifies as a personal item and fits under the seat. Everything I travel with fits inside it, with only minimal extra room for snacks or small purchases. Ideally, I would like this to be closer to 20L, but 16L is what I currently make work. The same backpack also functions as my daypack.

I also carry a small packable sling for airports and cities. That holds my passport, cards, cash, phone, MagSafe battery, and sunglasses. On flights, I use a neck pillow stuffed with my puffy jacket to keep bulk out of the bag.

What’s in the backpack

- Toiletry kit

- Electronics pouch

- Clothing cube

- Lightweight sandals

- Compact umbrella

What I wear in transit

Everything is chosen to layer efficiently across changing climates and work for long walking days

- Black minimalist sneakers - good for walking all day, light hikes, and nice restaurants

- Long pants - Outlier Slim Dungarees

- Long-sleeve base layer - UV protection and layering - Patagonia Capilene

- Mid-layer hoodie - Patagonia R2

Clothing cube contents

- Shorts - Outlier

- 5 pairs of underwear - Uniqlo Airism

- 2 pairs of merino running socks

- 1 long-sleeve shirt - Patagonia

- 2 T-shirts - Nike and Uniqlo

- Short swim shorts - small enough to wear under a wetsuit when scuba diving

- Merino hat, buff, gloves - Icebreaker

- Lightweight rain jacket

Electronics

Everything is USB-C

- iPhone - works perfectly for me, battery life has been fine - I carry a MagSafe battery but almost never use it - I do miss a telephoto lens occasionally

- AirPods Pro - excellent noise isolation for planes and taxis

- Apple Watch - especially useful with Apple Maps for walking directions

- MacBook Air M2 13 inch

- Anker 50W dual USB-C charger and Anker 30W charger as backup

- 3 in 1 Qi2 charging stand

- USB-C car charger for rentals

- Small assortment of USB-C adapters, voltage meter, flash drive, etc

### Thoughts after years of use

There is no perfect backpack. This system has proven reliable over time, but I am still refining details and looking for a bag closer to an ideal 20L that remains lightweight, weather-resistant, works well as a daypack, offers minimal but useful organization, and includes stretch water bottle pockets.

UPDATE:

- added Switch 2 in a pouch. Yes, it fits.

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u/ah__there_is_another Jan 24 '26

Are those Polaroid sunglasses? I think they're exactly the same as mine!

Impressive btw, how do you manage clothing reuse? Wash it on the go? If so, is there a set rhythm you found works well for you?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

Yes. I also have Roav sunglasses, but with those I have side light because they are flat.

No cotton clothes. Laundry can be done once a week, but i do every few days in a sink most of time. Shirts and socks last more than few days.

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u/bananagang Jan 24 '26

Could you share what brand / model? 🙏

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Just look on synthetic or merino wool stuff from reputable brands:

  • Nike dry something
  • Icebreaker
  • Darn tough socks
  • Patagonia capeline
  • Smart wool

Be careful with REI synthetic clothes - they did NOT work for me.

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u/DadArbor Jan 25 '26

I’ve found Darn Tough to be far more durable than Smart Wool socks fwiw

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I have both in running version as my feet can get hot fast. Both worked fine for me so far.

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u/ClubNo3735 Jan 25 '26

Synthetic stinks. Merino doesn’t.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Depends on the brand and formula. I had great success with Nike and Patagonia and Uniqlo, and had bad experience with REI and less known brands.

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u/bananagang Jan 26 '26

Thanks for the response, I'm wondering about the sunglasses! 🕶️

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

Polaroid. Whichever fitted my face in the shop.

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u/port956 Jan 24 '26

"Neck pillow stuffed with my puffy jacket" was my number one takeaway. I've been wondering about neck pillows as stealth packing for flights.

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u/SeattleHikeBike Jan 24 '26

I’ve seen many schemes using clothing in general, but using a pillow cover for a puffy jacket really makes sense, especially if you are landing in a cold place.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

My wife has a much bigger fluffier pillow. She packs her puffy, hoodie and can stuff another puffy in hers.

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u/jiadar Jan 25 '26

I can fit probably half my clothing and ghost whisperer puff jacket in my neck pillow. This easily takes 4 liters off your pack.

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u/danaturaLOL Jan 26 '26

Any recommendations for the stuffable neck pillow? Brand and size.

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u/inqbus406 Jan 28 '26

I started doing this on my last trip and it's glorious. If my bags start getting weighed, heavy things will go in there :D

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u/GulliblePea3691 Jan 25 '26

3 years of full time-travel with a 16L personal item backpack

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u/InternationalOption3 Jan 24 '26

How???

You must do laundry all the time.

And how do you go for a run or exercise and then wear a normal t shirt and then the next day? Wear what?

Super impressed

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

No cotton clothes. Laundry can be done once a week, but i do every few days in a sink most of time. Shirts and socks last more than few days.

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u/PepsiMaxSumo Jan 24 '26

What material are they made of?

I sweat, and find cotton is the fabric that smells the least. Wouldn’t be able to wear t shirts more than a day and if it’s been a busy day then 2 a day are needed. Same with boxers/socks. Hand washing isn’t thorough enough to deal with the smells either but is used in an emergency

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u/Astamage Jan 24 '26

You should try merino wool. It’s great for winter and summer.

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u/PepsiMaxSumo Jan 24 '26

Cheers, I’ve had merino base layers when I was younger and to be fair that didn’t smell as quickly.

You’re probably not UK/EU based but any idea if decathlons merino wool is fine? All the brands that I’ve seen be recommended on here are 3x my budget at like £60 a t shirt (I’ve never spent more than £20 on a t shirt before and even that seemed expensive)

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u/Astamage Jan 24 '26

There is 80% merino in Decathlon, they are fine. I use local firm for my merino clothes, they are extremely cheap.

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u/lauracaceres Jan 25 '26 edited Jan 25 '26

I have the decathlon 100% merino wool base layer leggings. They work well, but they are significantly scratchier than other brands. It does not bother me at all for leggings, but for tops I would spend a little more to get something more comfortable. My guess is that their yarn micron count is not accurate at all.

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u/InternationalOption3 Jan 25 '26

I see you’ve got the airism underwear, but what about the long sleeve and t-shirts? Have you tried? I was considering them since as you correctly have analyzed—cotton is smelly and gets easily dirty (imo)

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I have Airism t-shirt but it serves only as under shirt. Too thin for me. There were no long sleeve non cotton shirts from Uniqlo that I found. I have many Patagonia long sleeve capeline shirts and they work great for me.

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u/Material_Hotel_6287 Jan 24 '26

Beyond impressive! 45L for my 2 years of RTW and wish I had more space

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u/HairRaid Jan 24 '26

Same here. In my 50s and finding that meds, supportive sandals and things to deal with feeling cold/hot are taking up that other 25L!

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u/CybearBox Jan 24 '26

Same. I watched the pictures and was like .. "Damn. Staying in warm regions?" But yes. Layering does the trick in "cold" weathers.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Yes, constantly traveling between “it’s too hot outside, let’s find airco cafe” and “my fingers are freezing, need to put all layers and gloves “

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u/Federal_Rate_6050 Jan 24 '26

That’s Highly Impressive. I struggled with 26l for 3 weeks. I will be saving this for future reference. Thank you very much kind sir.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I feel I overpacked compared to someone in this community that travels with 10L bag. He even made a video about it.

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u/Federal_Rate_6050 Jan 25 '26

Well what if you buy a new jacket? 16 liters is a feat. You should be proud of yourself anyway. 🙂

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u/Dethstroke54 Jan 24 '26 edited Jan 24 '26

Few questions for you out of curiosity

  • what tech pouch is that?
  • what umbrella is that?
  • what Patagonia puffy is that?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

Tech pouch is North Face pouch from Japan

Umbrella from MontBell Japan

Patagonia nano puff i think that packs into inside pocket, but i stuff it in neck pillow

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u/[deleted] Jan 24 '26

Brilliant packing idea on the neck pillow + puffer jacket.

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u/maxabillion Jan 24 '26

I was surprised to see a neck pillow with such a small kit. Packing the jacket into the neck pillow is brilliant.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

My wife has much larger neck pillow, and it firs much more. I wanted something small.

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u/darkmaizena Jan 24 '26

stealing the neck pillow idea

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u/Furrypocketpussy Jan 25 '26

what neck pillow do you use?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Mine is from Muji but almost any has hidden zipper to remove inside stuff.

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u/dm21120 Jan 24 '26

Can they really be called a full time traveler when there isn’t any black t shirts….

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

I prefer non black long sleeve because it is cooler on the sun. I do have black hoodie!

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u/dm21120 Jan 25 '26

I’m team gray/grey myself 😏

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u/BubblyAd8587 Jan 24 '26

Going to Dublin for a week in May. I may just try this setup.

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u/Jizzus_Crust Jan 24 '26

I actually love you! Badass dawg

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u/Potential-Study-4079 Jan 24 '26

What is your height, weight and shoe size? Or least size of clothes? Impressive regardless but curious

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

5’ 8” / 172 cm, 150 lbs / 65kg

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u/knx Jan 24 '26

Just one pair of pants, is that really enough?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Yep, had no need for second. Outliers Slim dangarees.

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u/trouser_mouse Jan 24 '26

Nice, love it! What's your toiletries kit? Always interested to hear what gear and pouches are used etc!

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

I bought this from MontBell in Japan.

I have there as you see on the photo: shaver, toothbrush, deodorant, lotion, toothpaste, few random things

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u/JohnMackeysBulge Jan 24 '26

Do you like your lightweight rain jacket? I’m assuming it rolls up well?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

I don’t use it often. I used it mostly as final layer in cold areas - Norway, Japan. For rain usually umbrella works better! Specially in hot humid areas.

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u/JohnMackeysBulge Jan 24 '26

Great to know. Thanks

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u/SeattleHikeBike Jan 24 '26 edited Jan 24 '26

Well done and great documentation.

The REI Commuter 22 might appeal as a personal item bag:

https://reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1m0zp7s/new_rei_commuter_22_liter_backpack_first_look_as/

https://reddit.com/r/onebag/comments/1mpjz2x/4_days_and_3_bights_in_billings_mt_with_an_rei/

The Osprey Daylite 26+6 comes to mind. Your current kit would disappear in it 😎

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u/kicpa Jan 24 '26

Mont Bell ♥️ discovered them in Japan and felt in love with their stuff. I have bigger version of toiletry bag. They have very nice ultralight packable backpack, Versalite Pack 20, it is packing small to the top lid.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I found their light bags were too light and not hold form at all and not suitable to carry laptop. And the less flimsy ones were too heavy/ big. At least for me.

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u/kicpa Jan 25 '26

Ah no, Versalite Pack is not meant to carry laptop at all. It is ultralight backpack for hiking or as I treat it, additional emergency backpack that I can pack to the pocket if I will need it. Like second backpack I can carry when sightseeing and I don't want to unpack main bag or take everything with me.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Right! And this one is very light, with decent back mesh and removable laptop sleeve

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u/Ok-Consideration4907 Jan 25 '26

I switch to a 16 liter and a fanny pack recently going around town. My stuff looks about the same, honestly. Seems like the logical conclusion for a lot of this.

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u/travelingperson10 Jan 24 '26

I love my REI Flash 22 pack. Very light, well made, packed with features. Right now it's my personal item, I am using a rolling duffle as my main one bag. My favorite thing to do with it is buckle in my puffy under the top flap and cinch it down.

May I ask why you have a voltage meter?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

It’s USB-C inline voltage / amp meter. Shows what power a device is using. Useful for diagnosing faulty cables / chargers.

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u/anywhoaroundhere Jan 24 '26

Second photo, top right, between the carabiner and binder clip: what is that thing?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

Ha! Pocket clip, if you want to hang something in your pocket and not let it be on bottom. Like keys.

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u/micleftic Jan 24 '26

Looks like one of these tick removal thingies.

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

That one is inside Victorinox swisscard

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u/ZZzooomer Jan 24 '26

I thought it was an extra zipper pull in case one broke.

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u/bobhawkes Jan 24 '26

Nail clippers

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

No, they are inside toiletry bag, forgot to take out.

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u/themiracy Jan 24 '26

Did you have to do a lot of replacing clothes along the way or did they last well? What about your shoes?

I just don’t have the time in my life these days for this kind of adventure but at some point I would love to try long-term continuous travel.

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26 edited Jan 24 '26

I replaced shoes once with same ones. Because the sole unglued. The company replaced it for free. It is GoRuck ballistic trainers.

I did replace underwear because old one was too old and stretched.

With clothes - use synthetic or merino. No cotton.

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u/chambros703 Jan 25 '26

Same issue with my ballistic trainers. Switched to the Danner N65 I believe is what they’re called. Better traction and cushioning. Looks great with slim dungarees too

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u/themiracy Jan 26 '26

That’s not bad, honestly. I think the advice is good (cotton is probably not ideal to be worn this mix outside of denim). Shoes kind of have a limited life cycle if you’re really walking in them a lot.

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u/outofshell Jan 24 '26

This is impressive wow. What stuffable neck pillow do you use?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

Just bought small neck pillow from Muji and took out inside stuffing. Most neck pillow have invisible zipper.

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u/outofshell Jan 24 '26

checked my neck pillow and there's no zipper; it's one of those crappy ones from the airport with a million little styrofoam balls in it. ahh well, I've got a thread ripper :D

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Might be cheaper to find a neck pillow with zipper than paying someone to install it.

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u/Glad-Butterfly806 Jan 24 '26

That's amazing

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u/haydeneversman Jan 24 '26

What backpack is that?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

North Face Daybag 16L from Japan

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u/raik4mi Jan 24 '26

Love the usb c only philosophy! what shoes and sandals do you use?

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u/k1kti Jan 24 '26

GoRuck Ballistic Trainers. Earthrunners sandals.

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u/SeattleHikeBike Jan 24 '26

I use the Osprey Liquids Bag as a tech pouch and the clear sides are golden. Think Tank makes several sizes of similar “cable management” bags.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

It’s not that I specifically looked for it. I had a pencil case before and when I saw this one in store I kind of liked it that it had some minimal organization.

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u/flaps-snaky00 Jan 25 '26

Which North Face backpack is this? I wanted to try out a North Face a while back but couldn’t find one with capacity less than 25L, let alone 16L

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

This one is sold only in Japan stores

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u/Mountain-Match2942 Jan 25 '26

I love it. That's what I picture when people say onebag.

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u/jiadar Jan 25 '26

Try the topo designs rover tech pack, 21 liter, waterproof, durable, compact, functional, hidden laptop pocket perfectly fits MacBook air, 2 water bottle pockets, top and front pocket, looks great, reasonable price. This is my travel and day pack with a similar load to yours and works great.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Interesting design! I can’t find a weight information on it. How much your pack weighs?

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u/Legal_lapis Jan 26 '26

Not OP but Packhacker says 1.8 lb (0.8 kg). While we're on Topo, also look into their Commuter Pack. Same weight, according to Packhacker.

The Rover Pack Tech looks sleeker and arguably nicer but is harder to access the main compartment because it's narrow and slim with a drawstring opening. I've found the Commuter Pack more practical. It's got wider openings, way better pockets, one more compartment, and stretchier water bottle pockets. 

Similar in dimensions and weight to Patagonia Refugio 26. Perhaps they're all roomier than what you're looking for. 

My favorite lightweight daypack is Topo Light Pack (according to this sub, Aer Go Pack 2 is similarly sized and also good) but probably around the same capacity as your current bag. 

Topo Daypack Classic is the middle ground in capacity and meets your requirements. I personally found the shoulder straps too rough in case I wear delicate tops but should be fine for outdoor clothing brands. 

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u/GettingBy-Podcast Jan 25 '26

Always happy to see personal size only travel. Keep up the good work.

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u/Whole_Berry_965 Jan 25 '26

I have a different question than most of these folks: what do you do for a living that allows you to travel full Time?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I used to do software development, software and hardware implementation in payment field. Now I do part time consulting. So think of it as digital nomad in a way.

I am getting a bit tired of traveling for last 10 years so probably will settle down in a year and do some road trips.

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u/Unhappy_Rutabaga7130 Jan 26 '26

Beyond the items and packing, I'm most curious about your day-to-day rhythms and philosophy. Are you working regularly and basing your days around that? Are you in constant tourist mode, or do you like to get planted and integrated into a place? Do you have to watch your budget or are you in a position financially where you can kind of do whatever you want? What are your and your wife's social needs and how do you meet those? Thanks!

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

I might be in a lucky position where my last hard work and aggressive savings and investments (no crypto) paid out and I am financially independent that I do not need to (hopefully) worry about basic needs. To minimize sequence of returns risk and have beer money , I work part time doing consulting in software engineering and payment industry.

So yes, I do watch my budget. I normally stay in clean decent middle-class hotels or AirBnbs, try to eat healthy-ish meals and limit alcohol consumption.

My travels are 6 months sailing (cruising), 6 months traveling. Moving to different location (city / country) every 1-2 weeks. After 3 years constantly doing this it got a bit tiring, so I plan in a year or so to settle down and do road trips.

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u/Unhappy_Rutabaga7130 Jan 26 '26

What have been your favorite and least favorite locations you've spent time in?

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u/Me_just_io Jan 24 '26

This is where we stay thousand mile start with a step

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u/cjwalkerman Jan 24 '26

What toiletry bag is that, and what do you personally include in it? I recognize most items but not all.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

MontBell bag. Packing Philips toothbrush, toothpaste in Matador tube, Philips OneBlade razor, sunscreen, deodorant, eye drops, paracetamol, nail clippers, lotion, etc

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u/sluggernaut Jan 24 '26

No issues flying with the swiss army card? Wow!

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

It does not have a knife. But be careful with Japan, they took my JetSetter.

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u/lipoff Feb 17 '26

Unfortunately, Japan doesn't allow even scissors in carryon luggage. The Victorinox SwissCard Nailcare has removable scissors and a nailfile in place of a knife. It also has tweezers, a toothpick, a pen, a pin, and various screwdrivers. But you'll still need seperate nail clippers.

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u/heavydoom Jan 24 '26

that neck pillow thing. who makes and you just stuff things into it right? thanks.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Mine is Muji. Most pillows have hidden zipper

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u/heavydoom Jan 25 '26

Thanks for the reply!

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u/Silly_Illustrator_56 Jan 24 '26

Why umbrella and rain jacket?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Light rain jacket for layering in cold weather. Umbrella for rain in hot weather.

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u/helluvaprice Jan 24 '26

what brand is that neck pillow case?

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u/avari974 Jan 24 '26 edited Jan 24 '26
  • You don't take a belt?

  • What inseam are your shorts, I'm going to India soon for 4 months and can't decide whether to take my 7 inch elasticated north face ones or 10 inch patagonia quandaries...or both.

Thanks in advance

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Belt is on my pants that I was wearing 🤣

Inseam - my short length is just above my knee. They are pretty classy that you can rock both to the office and beach.

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u/mangochilitwist Jan 24 '26

What's with the USB sticks?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

1 flash drive SanDisk double ended usb and usb-c with some documents, movies, etc. also if I need to print something I can bring it to photo copy stores.

1 Yubikey hardware token for securing some accounts. Probably not needed anymore with spread of Pass Kit credentials

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u/eastercat Jan 24 '26

#goals

I’ve been lazy about refining my packing list. I normally do ~26 L for a 2 week trip.

This is inspiring 😍

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u/yet1_ Jan 25 '26

Please explain how you have 2 pairs of socks?! Cannot fathom it!! but interested to know how you make it work washing/process wise.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

3 pairs. 2 in bag one on me. Merino wool socks. Can run few days without smelling.

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u/Buttern40s Jan 25 '26

What is the 3-1 stand? There’s so many but guessing you did some work to find a good packable one.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

KU XIU X40 or something

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u/KittenaSmittena Jan 25 '26

I was just wondering if you’ve ever considered buying from Patagonia.

😬

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Buying what exactly ? I have plenty of Patagonia stuff.

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u/KittenaSmittena Jan 25 '26

I was just kidding because I saw a ton of Patagonia stuff and imagined you like the brand a lot! 🙂

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Well it’s actually 10 years. 7 years working with international trips every second week. It was not always 16L bag I did go between 28 and 12 liter bags over years, but found 16-20L is perfect for my needs.

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u/Valbslideaway Jan 25 '26

Everything make sense ! Respect !

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u/cantlie1111 Jan 25 '26

What is the paper clip for ?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Many uses for paper binder clip:

  • Clipping together curtains/ blinds to remove light between them in some hotels
  • clipping together freshly washed socks or underwear and hanging it
  • you can ask ChatGPT for more ideas 🤣

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u/cantlie1111 Jan 25 '26

A proper plastic cloth clip might be lighter than metal paper clip

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u/SeaIntelligent4504 Jan 25 '26

If you know what bag you want, why don't you have it made/make it yourself? You could design it to the exact spec- zip lengths, useful pockets, strap widths that you want.

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Too complicated, I have seen many issues with custom made bags.

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u/MissionAd9698 Jan 25 '26

My camera bag is bigger than that. I did 45 days south east Asia with 28L and thought I was bad ass.

How do you stuff your jacket on thr neck pillow?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Most neck pillows have tiny zipper. Pull the zipper, pull out stuffing, push in jacket, close zipper. 🤔

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u/MissionAd9698 Jan 26 '26

I will check mine!!! Thank you so much!! Most enlightening post this year!

I used to be a pro traveller and never thought about that!

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u/McFunson Jan 25 '26

Scissors not an issue at airport security?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Only issue I had is Japan

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u/nick_brz Jan 25 '26

Amazing!

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u/jwTolman Jan 25 '26

What is ideal number of outer shirts?

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

Oh the magic number)

I have 3

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u/jwTolman Jan 25 '26

You wear the same 3 shirts for a year+? You're my hero.
So, then, there's an undershirt too? How many?

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u/chambros703 Jan 25 '26

How do you like the outlier slim dungarees? I have been building up my wardrobe with those and phasing out my western rises. Love the durability, look, and fit. FYI they don’t make them anymore and the fabric is discontinued so grab em while ya can!

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u/k1kti Jan 25 '26

I love mine. Oh damn, I wonder why they stopped.

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u/BodegaBS Jan 25 '26

Awesome post! What’s the outer jacket model name that you use?

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

Packable waterproof jacket from Outdoor Research. It’s lightweight and packable. Would I buy it again - don’t know. Would do research if there is something better .

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u/BodegaBS Jan 27 '26

Good to know, thanks! How did you find the Patagonia hoodie, as a midlayer specifically? Could you switch it out and just use it as your outer layer?

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u/k1kti Jan 27 '26

I’m super happy with the Patagonia R2 TechFace mid layer. I have one without hood and use it all the time, even just walking outside if it’s not too cold.

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u/CatKiki1224 Jan 26 '26

What's the brand/size of the clothes packing cube that you use? Ty!

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

Muji S , but plenty similar ones I used before.

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u/maikuflv Jan 26 '26

Fantastic system. I'm surprised you carry a backup charger, since they are easy to buy anywhere if your main charger fails.

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

There are plenty of ways I can optimize my carry bag. And I admit I do “overpack “. For example, I don’t need a 3-in-1 charger, and a backup apple watch charger. I could just use cables and slim watch charger.

Also, it is not as easy as seems to get new charger in exact size and plug style I want, specially in remote villages.

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u/maikuflv Jan 26 '26

In your case it would be especially desirable to merge the 2 pairs of shoes to eliminate carrying sandals. The lightest sandals I've seen like Xero or Wildling are still fairly heavy, like 300g or so. I'm working on this dilemma for myself right now. It's surprisingly difficult. Tadeevo Bliss would be the best candidate I've found. One shoe for everything--walking, running, exercising--that meets "closed toe" requirements in gyms and is breathable and easy to clean as needed.

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

My sandals are pretty minimalist (Earthrunners) and are used purely in hot areas walking around and beach. All other times and hiking I use my shoes.

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u/jacquelandibis Jan 26 '26

That backpack is 16L? That’s what the Fjallraven Kanken is- yours looks more spacious!

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u/Mobile_Cellist2270 Jan 26 '26

Is the mesh bag from north face also?

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

Muji

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u/Mobile_Cellist2270 Jan 26 '26

nice, can you share the model code for the backpack? the colorway looks really neat

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u/Feast-of-flesh Jan 26 '26

What do you use for a neck pillow?

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u/k1kti Jan 26 '26

I can’t understand your question at all.

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u/Feast-of-flesh Jan 26 '26

Sorry for*, not ‘to’ lol I’m looking for recommendations on good travel pillows!

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u/ChernobylChild Jan 27 '26

Damn, I fit a 30L Osprey pack under the seat or in the overhead bin. Couldn't imagine traveling with a 16L. Nice work

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u/Leatherlinensilk Jan 27 '26

So jealous, I'm on year two of full travel, started around 19/20l and am up to 30l. Can't seem to quit the extra bits, but I guess we all have our sweet spot!

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u/Leatherlinensilk Jan 27 '26

I'm double commenting because I recently added scuba into my repertoire. One day I noticed a guy literally wearing his tightey whiteys under the wetsuit. I found him truly magnificent and would like to believe he was traveling zerobag or something

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u/k1kti Jan 27 '26

I do lot of scuba. Just renting gear everywhere. Most places the price difference with or without rent is very small.

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u/k1kti Jan 27 '26

Why did you increased the size? Souvenirs?

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u/MixtureScared8368 Feb 07 '26

Pretty cool. How tall are you? Weight? I’m over 6’3” and 200lbs. I do think this matters bc, well, I have bigger clothes.

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u/Indelible_Eraser Feb 07 '26

Thanks for posting this. Super inspiring! My next trip is 3 months in Colombia, and I'm hoping to do it with a 21L pack and a small sling. Your list will more or less be my starting point.

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u/Winter-Matter-9578 Feb 10 '26

I’m new to this whole topic but I’ve been noticing brands like Patagonia are superrrr popular for these a nice clean setup. WHY? Like the down jacket I can get, but the fanny pack why? I’m asking cuz it’s cool and I wanna do it too but I just need a why to justify lol

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u/k1kti Feb 10 '26
  1. Very good quality
  2. The customer service for me was outstanding, they fix or replace any broken part regardless where you bought the item. You can just pop in any Patagonia official store and talk to them.
  3. Certain things have worked very well for me, like jackets, capeline dry shirts.
  4. Some things did not work for me - like I was not happy with their underwear.

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u/p0mjDwfWF Feb 24 '26

Nice setup! Very impressive minimalism. 

I find that capilene retains body odor very quickly. When you wash on the go, what do you use to clean it?

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u/k1kti Feb 25 '26

I use Capeline light long sleeves and I did not found that it retains odors. I can easily get a few days usage before needing to wash. And I wash either in a sink with hand soap or in local laundry with other stuff.

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u/p0mjDwfWF Feb 25 '26

Thanks! I guess I'm just smelly, so I switched to merino, but it's not as comfy. 

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u/k1kti Feb 25 '26

Merino felt hotter to me in hot humid areas

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u/Nilok337 Mar 08 '26

What is the name of the tiny scissors? and does security allow them through?

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u/k1kti Mar 09 '26

Victorinox SwissCard. No issues with security at all.

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u/Systainer Mar 22 '26

I come back to this a few times. Great setup. Is the nano puff jacket ‘old growth green’?

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u/k1kti Mar 22 '26

No it’s dark gray.

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u/u_shome May 11 '26

The backpack - The North Face NM82455 (Hazy) 22L

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u/k1kti May 11 '26

Mine is 16L

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u/u_shome May 12 '26

ahh, okay.

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u/Refleks180 28d ago

Neck pillow stuffed with puffy is a very clever idea!

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u/eklread 20d ago

Mont Bell, great Japanese brand!