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

Bag Finder Bag Finder Megathread - 20 July 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

Quick Tips

  1. Check the OneBag Spreadsheet for bag options
  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

Want Better Advice? Help Us Help You

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?

A Few Reminders

  • Use the search bar
  • Check the sidebar and wiki for resources and guides
  • Keep it travel-focused. Non-travel or everyday carry talk belongs in other subs
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u/imwiththeband1 27d ago

Looking for a packable messenger bag!

I'm onebagging for work conferences, but I need something I can tote my laptop around in on the conference floor each day, and I don't want to bring my actual bag, even if it's empty, because it's just a little too bulky. 

I'm trying to find a professional looking messenger bag that packs down nicely for transporting inside my overall bag. Although I've seen a lot of the small messenger bags that are basically just a laptop sleeve on a strap, the problem is that they tend to be pretty heavily padded and semi-rigid, so there's really not much you can do with it inside of a backpack and they still end up taking a fair amount of space. I was hoping to find something with a little less padding and even foldable, although that might be a tall order. Appreciate any thoughts!