An eastpack shoulder bag, enough space to carry a book for the commute and a water bottle during summer.
Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
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Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#92I have problems with my back and I tend to overload my backpacks which is a bad combination. So I use a backpack big enough for everyday purposes but small enough to prevent overloading. It is waterproof and has an extra "pocket" for notebooks. It can also be worn together with a suit or coat.
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Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#93Alienware Orion 17.3-Inch Backpack
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GI5CSA
I got it mid 2011 when I got my Alienware M11X.
Best backpack I've owned in my life PERIOD
It's still going strong.
Would highly recommend.
I don't use it to carry my laptop though....
That is relegated to an old school thinkpad laptop bag. This thing must be 10+ years old now and still in great condition.
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#94I've been using a SnigelDesign Specialist Small for a couple of years now. Very high quality, insulated bottom, PALS webbing for adding more pouches.
Using it every day.
http://snigeldesign.nordicshops.com/product.html/small-speci...
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#95I got a Peak Design everyday backpack Ash 20L. It's a good backpack and I'm happy with it. It's a bit different from regular backpacks and the sweet spot is really people carrying tech around. If you need a backpack for clothes and large books etc I'd get the 30L or maybe another backpack altogether. Also I think it's kinda of expensive for what it is. https://www.peakdesign.com/product/bags/
I have the 30L charcoal Peak Design bag. It is a bit on the pricey side but worth it in my opinion. As a laptop/camera bag I am very happy with it. I bring my camera and a couple of lenses everywhere--ideal for my use. I like the look of it too.
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#96Chromebags, they've been on my back for over ten years now, and I still own and use the three I've bought over the years. The only drawback is that they never wear out, so you have no real excuse to change!!
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#97Tom Bihn Synapse 25 with their Cache on Rails accessory for my laptop. Made in the US with quality materials and workmanship.
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#98I had a GORUCK GR1 (26L) until my car was broken into. I'm now bagless, and looking for a replacement. The Tom Bihn Synapse 25 is at the top of my list.
Get the Synapse and with the cache on rails accessory for your laptop. It's an amazing bag.
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#99Chromebags, they've been on my back for over ten years now, and I still own and use the three I've bought over the years. The only drawback is that they never wear out, so you have no real excuse to change!!
Have you ever looked into Mission Workshop bags as well?
I was pretty set on a Chrome Bag, but I stumbled upon Mission's bags (iirc they are founded by the same people)
They're all great though!
Re: Ask HN: Do you carry a backpack? Which one?
#100I 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.
Did you keep a blog/write at all about being your experiences as a "digital nomad"?