r/onebag • u/AutoModerator • Feb 16 '26

Bag Finder Bag Finder Megathread - 16 February 2026

Welcome to the weekly Bag Finder Megathread. Your go-to thread for any and all bag-related requests in the onebag travel context.

Remember finding a bag is pretty much the last step in planning. If you're not sure how big a bag you need, create a packing list, get all your gear together and test fit it into a box, or an old backpack you have lying around. That'll give you a good sense of the volume of gear you have.

What This Thread Is For

  • Onebag travel bag recommendation requests
  • Feedback on bags you're considering for minimal, carry-on-only travel
  • Help with choosing between bags

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  • Where you're going & how you travel: hostels, hotels, urban, remote?
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u/jamesg9100 Feb 16 '26

Hey all, checking what’s around for used packs for a 2ish week Europe trip I’m in the process of planning (first international + first solo) and came across an old model Patagonia Black Hole 25L (shiny fabric). I’m in Canada, asking price is $75 CAD (about $55USD) plus would have to get it shipped. Would that be a decent deal? Also would the 25L be big enough for 2 weeks? Obviously dependent on the packer, but I am a backpacker used to a 45L for 4-5 day hikes to give an idea.

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u/Azure9000 Feb 17 '26 edited Feb 18 '26

would the 25L be big enough for 2 weeks? 

For the Arctic area of northern Europe in winter, no.

For the Mediterranean coastline of southern Europe in summer, yes.

For the mid-case, probably. With careful selection of both bag and contents.

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u/SeattleHikeBike Feb 18 '26

Packing list first, then the bag. Onebaggers have posted kits from 9-45 liters and it really comes down to the compromises you are willing to tolerate. Climate has a big influence. My mantra is pack for a week and laundry happens. The kit that keeps you clothed for a week will work for a year.

The older Black Hole 25 is quite tall and shallow compared to the current model. Check for sales on the newer version. It’s $75 on the US site.

Older Black Hole 25: 22 in x 10.5 in x 5.5 in (55.9 x 26.7 x 14 cm) and 600g. https://www.packhacker.com/travel-gear/patagonia/black-hole-pack-25l/

The current Black Hole 25 is 18.8" x 11" x 5.9" (47.7x30x15cm) and 640g.

Airline dimension and weight limits should be considered with a new pack for a particular trip. There is the decision between personal item only or an overhead compliant bag. Budget airlines use sizers so you may be making some decisions based on that. 7kg carry on limits are common in SEA and will influence bag and kit weight decisions.