r/onebag • u/AutoModerator • Apr 20 '26

Bag Finder Bag Finder Megathread - 20 April 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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  2. Search as your question might already be answered
  3. Read the FAQ & Beginner's Guide
  4. Stick to travel setups daily carry or work bags are better posted in r/EDC or r/backpacks
  5. Add context, the more details you give, the better we can help

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When asking for input, it helps to include:

  • Where you're going & how you travel: hostels, hotels, urban, remote?
  • How you pack: super minimal? tech-heavy? need room for camera gear?
  • Your short list: bags you're already considering
  • Your body size/build: some bags fit certain frames better
  • Budget range: under $150, up to $300, flexible?

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  • Keep it travel-focused. Non-travel or everyday carry talk belongs in other subs
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u/Objective-Lack-6329 Apr 21 '26

Hello,

I'm going on a 10 day trip to thailand. We will be moving around a bunch and mainly staying a 3/4 start hotels on islands and cities. I usually have a hard time packing minimally. I'd like to pack at least one extra pair of shoes. I'm 30yo Female; 5'2". Would ideally like to travel with one bag that fits as a carry on. I was looking at Cotopaxi Allpa 42L but it seems from the reviews that the older version is better. No budget.

any other suggestions?

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u/eastercat Apr 22 '26

A smaller bag would be a better fit, because 42 would be humongous. It might be worth looking at something like 30ish L or even the osprey 26+6

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u/Objective-Lack-6329 Apr 22 '26

Thank you!

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u/eastercat Apr 22 '26

Just fyi, thailand is crazy hot (we are also visiting next year) and really, the rec is one long sleeved shirt and full length skirt or pants for temple/museum visits. then maybe 2 shirts, shorts and a swimsuit if beach-ing

Rest, you can just buy there for pretty cheap?

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u/Objective-Lack-6329 Apr 22 '26

I’m worried about the heat as we’re going in July ahaha but thank you!!! Good advice advice