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Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Post by phaus »

Inconel wrote: post #57

I've carried a FAST Pack Litespeed from TAD Gear[1] almost everyday for the past 3 years. Before that I was mostly using various larger backpacks and a Timbuk2 messenger. The Litespeed has held up really nicely. I use it for both work and whenever I go hiking or camping. It nicely fits my MacBook Pro 13" and my daily things. My main concerns with purchasing it were the price, I believe I paid $245 plus an additional…

TAD makes nice stuff, but I think pretty much everyone will immediately recognize that as a tactical style backback, even if it's black.

However, if you don't care then there's nothing wrong with it. My normal backpack finally wore out, so I've been carrying my Mystery Ranch Assault Pack to work.

I'll probably find something a little more civilian looking, but until then it's a great backpack.

Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Inconel wrote: post #57

I've carried a FAST Pack Litespeed from TAD Gear[1] almost everyday for the past 3 years. Before that I was mostly using various larger backpacks and a Timbuk2 messenger. The Litespeed has held up really nicely. I use it for both work and whenever I go hiking or camping. It nicely fits my MacBook Pro 13" and my daily things. My main concerns with purchasing it were the price, I believe I paid $245 plus an additional…

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Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Post by JulianVModesto »

I'm currently interchanging daily between the Waterfield Vitesse and smaller Waterfield Cycling Musette.

http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/our-favorite-messenger-bags...

Great for subway commuting, and great for casual situations too. Both bags give me good options to fit my 13" and 15" MBPs. No lifetime warranty, but they're well built.

I do have a GoRuck that I use when I need something more robust.

Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Post by jasonkester »

chatmasta wrote: post #49

I spent 6 months as a "digital nomad" in Europe living out of this bag: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PAD435A/ref=oh_aui_deta... I love it. It's great.

That looks like a good size for extended travel. Congrats on not going with a giant expedition pack!

(And this strapped on to your front as well, which is sadly a much more popular choice)

Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Post by zumu »

Perhaps a little unusual for a programmer, but I hate techy clothing/accessories. I use a http://www.filson.com/rucksack.html. $350 now, but I paid ~$200 when I bought it--8 years ago. Even after all this time, it's still beautiful and rugged. I'll probably get another 8 years out of it.

Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?

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Post by Inconel »

phaus wrote: post #71
Inconel wrote: post #57

I've carried a FAST Pack Litespeed from TAD Gear[1] almost everyday for the past 3 years. Before that I was mostly using various larger backpacks and a Timbuk2 messenger. The Litespeed has held up really nicely. I use it for both work and whenever I go hiking or camping. It nicely fits my MacBook Pro 13" and my daily things. My main concerns with purchasing it were the price, I believe I paid $245 plus an additional…

TAD makes nice stuff, but I think pretty much everyone will immediately recognize that as a tactical style backback, even if it's black. However, if you don't care then there's nothing wrong with it. My normal backpack finally wore out, so I've been carrying my Mystery Ranch Assault Pack to work. I'll probably find something a little more civilian looking, but until then it's a great backpack.

You're right, I probably should have just said its not too tactical for my taste. It definitely won't be suited for everyone's style though.

I wouldn't mind getting a more minimalist backpack but I've gotten so used to the comfort my current one offers. Many of the more stylish backpacks I see don't seem particularly well made or durable and the strap systems don't seem nearly as comfortable.

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