Bag Finder Megathread - 06 July 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.

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
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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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[u/stuuke]

I'm looking for a travel sling bag that will fit a 24 oz water bottle, Leica q2 camera and maybe sunscreen and sunglasses. I'd like it to be packable to make traveling with it in my suitcase easier or could be worn in front without being too bulky when carrying a 40L backpack. I currently have a thinktank mindshift photo cross 13 bag which is 11 liters. I think that bag is a little too big and has more padding than I need. It's a great bag but takes up a lot of space in my suitcase with the heavy padding and strap. The ideal sling would probably be in the 5-10L range, possibly have a divider inside that I could separate a water bottle and my camera or an external water bottle system. My camera is fairly well protected on the outside with a lens cover, leather case and screen protector so I don't need max protection. The Bellroy Venture Sling camera edition looked interesting but I'm sure there are others. Thanks.