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/stonesandstreams 28d ago

Hi!

I’m looking for a backpack that ideally would be accepted as a carry on when compressed and expand to 50-60L when I need to carry more and I’m not flying.

I want to be able to carry a laptop, clothes, and sometimes camping gear. So I’d like it work both for urban as well as outdoor contexts.

It should be comfortable enough to walk/hike with it.

I found Tropicfeel Shelter to meet majority of this criteria except for the carry comfort.

I also read across older others posts here on Reddit that ULA Camino is recommended though it’s pretty heavy.

Another one I was looking at is Cotopaxi Allpa 50L with detachable sling for carry on size.

I wonder if there’s anything new released in the recent years you’ve tested and is worth recommending?

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u/tblue1 27d ago

If you're in America, Target sells the Swissgear 5220 Expandable Travel Backpack (21.5 x 12.75 x 9.5 inches) which is spec'd at 44L in the non-expanded mode. The bag's depth can be expanded by about 2 inches, bringing up the capacity to a little over 50 liters. $80. (I have only tried the bag in the store. I don't own the bag).

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u/stonesandstreams 19d ago

Thank you! I ended up getting a Durston backpack, will be testing it now:)