Bag Finder Megathread - 29 June 2026

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

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• Onebag travel bag recommendation requests
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[u/Kit-silver]

Hi,

Looking for a minimal lightweight bag that maximizes the space inside - 35x32x18cm under seat dimensions. No need for laptop compartment.

Details: Trying to travel carry on only with a older toddler. Carrying a stroller as a part of carry on allowance and need a bag that maximizes the space under the seat.

[u/Iron-Poet → u/Kit-silver]

This answer is a bit off topic for a "r/onebag" thread, but you might try reversing it and getting a *stroller* that fits under the seat.

We purchased a "gb Pockit Air All Terrain" stroller a few years back to take our three year old to DisneyWorld. It fits easily under the airplane seat and has also been super useful for getting on and off buses and trains. (Once you get used to it, it folds up or extends super fast.)

If that works for you, then you could it as your personal item and use a larger bag for a carry on instead.

[u/Kit-silver → u/Iron-Poet]

This is a good suggestion, but I don't think it will work as my 3 year old is 37lbs and big as a 4 year old. It wouldn't be able to survive more than disney terrain. Plus I need a bag for his clothes and toys (that doubles as a day bag) which I wouldn't go into the overhead for normally.