But if you do take another daypack for carry-on, then sneaky! I just ordered it yesterday. Unfortunately Atlantic doesnt make anything similar anymore. I was in Antarctica back in 2010: http://dontstopliving.net/antarctica and recently did parts of Korea and China in winter. Ive been travelling a lot for the past 2 years and my bag is about ready to fall apart! That is without the daypack which zips onto the front and has extra straps as well. I'm Nora Dunn, and I've been a digital nomad since 2006. The key to travel serenity is light enough weight. Hello fellow traveler. Lynne A 600-mile hike? Instead it looks more integrated. Incidentally, I dont disagree that a properly designed travel-centric pack as you describe is an ideal option. I am looking for a replacement wheeled/handled bag and need straps for the sand streets in Caye Caulker, the cobblestone of La Antigua or other incidental poor surfaces where I cant wheel the bag. I always walk around with everything I have as Ive become a bit nomadic!! Thats strange that you cant get a Sojourn in Canada! Im going to order one today. But for the most part, wheels are king. Problem is that I have come to love travelling so much that Im finding it hard to be in one place for this long. For my passport, iPad and paper maps I have a lightweight leather shoulder bag. Tough decisions. After all the beating the airlines have done to it mine is still in the best shape of any luggage Ive tried. Ive read a few posts about people not using their backpack straps if theyve had a combined bag, but that hasnt been for SEA specifically hope you get a chance to reply despite it being long since your post! Youve been doing this for many years so any advice would help us. Funny thing: I searched your website (that I discovered very recently) a couple of days ago to find an article about what backpack or suitcase you used so imagine my (happy) surprise when I found this post on my rss feed Great blog and much needed on my end. He is insisting a backpack is the best way to go and if I want to roll my suitcase just get a roller. There will always be trolleys in airports, but that only gets you so far, and theyre not generally in bus and train stations which youll surely be experiencing some of on your trip. Held the weight well, and for having that bag just completely maxed out weight wise for the trans-atlantic flights it wasnt always fun. I think Ill try mine on some local trails and get more familiar with it before hauling it overseas. .. , As a golfer I have gotten used to lugging around 50 kgs of luggage, in 3 bags, so travelling with just one bag is going to be a, ummm, holiday! Ive received sponsorships and travel opportunities through my, The main bag opens completely up, allowing me to. Both of my wheeled backpacks were murder on the lower back with the hard base and wheels atthe bottom. I suppose I should have mounted it on my back from the get-go. Also, being a carry-on bag, its not as heavy, so its much easier to carry by the handle when the wheels wont do. In addition to giving me greater flexibility on flights, a rolling backpack shouldnt add too much weight to make it unwieldy to carry. However its possible, depending on how strong you are. I tried a steep hill littered with rocks which I had to leap from one to another. You have all definitely given me something to think about. As for traipsing into swishy hotels with a backpack, I didnt think my full-time travels would allow much luxury, so I conceded to the practicality of a backpack. Once I get to a hostel though if Im doing a day hike/sightseeing I will just take my small bag for that of course and leave the rest in the hostel! You may want to check out my updated post about what I currently travel with: https://www.theprofessionalhobo.com/2014/05/best-luggage-long-term-travel-backpacks-vs-rolling-luggage/ Lugging a backpack up a long staircase is not fun. But the Osprey Sojourn(since replaced by the Osprey Farpoint for men only available at Osprey and the Osprey Fairview for women available at Osprey and Amazon) ended up being a pretty good option: It doesnt come with a detachable daypack, but the Osprey Daylite daypacks (at Osprey, Amazon) are compatible so you can attach them to the front. . I figured if Im gonna check it why not have the real estate? In fact, its constantly reminding you by its constant tugging at your waist and shoulders. And youre also right about paying for quality gear; I sing off the same hymn sheet. It does not cover normal wear and tear, accidents, normal fading, abuse, negligence and misuse or airline damage. I use the straps rarely so dont care much about comfort. Though if I see one thats not bright barbie pink and snoopy Im definitely changing it. Since writing this article, I have indeed transitioned everything I own to carry-on only, and I havent looked back. Although this backpack was great for proper mountaineering and trips into the wilderness, it sucked for short trip travel. All the tips you gave me about wheeled backpacks were beneficial. 5) one across the front of the small compartment with a separate section that only holds a few thin things ( I keep a sheet of Dramamine pills there) for quick easy access without hunting. Thank you thank you! I hear ya. And I wouldnt have wanted to carry it like that for much longer than 30 minutes. Hi all. I have actually considered moving to a 100% rolling option (no straps) myself, but for the few times I have needed the straps, Ive been glad theyre there. And without TSA lock probably classified weapons grade in the US. And thanks for the tip about Osprey. Thanks in advance! . But I get you are a professional hobo so you do need ultimate versatility. One European airline has managed to break a part off. A dilemma indeed. Thanks for all the tips about wheeled backpacks. Carry on or hardshell suitcase for check in. In my experience, the Osprey zippers are solid. Im thrilled youve found a way to make it work. I applied the above lessons by getting a day pack that had a zipper for side-access (as well as top and bottom), some extra pockets, side pockets and a padded hip belt. Check those zippers; theyll be the first thing to go, so make sure theyre solid to being with. I agree with comments about wheeled backpacks. . Be sure NOT to include any credit card information via this page. And speaking of the zippers, they are top notch and the North Face warranty is great on their packs. Thanks so much!!!! I use a TSA lock on my bag (for general security on the ground, as well as when flying). I hope I made the right choice. Happy travels! The extra weight of wheeled backpacks are only a problem in two ways: Sounds like youve found a winner. This meant when navigating stairs and cobblestones, the wheels were a pain, and it was a wee bit heavy to carry. But it served me well over 20 years. The only real trekking of my suitcase Ill have to do is up and down stairs at the hotels, through some streets, and on and off the buses we will be taking for travel between locations. What do you think of it? Former shaman's apprentice. Just checked out the http://tinyurl.com/CaribeeSkymaster70 and it looks pretty cool! is something I rely on I must admit (I rented some of my Antarctic clothes and posted some to my family from Argentina after the trip). For me, wheeled backpacks are best used as checked luggage. Hence I still use a wheeled bag with shoulder straps I bought in the 90s in Hong Kong, but need urgently now the wheels replaced. These are some of favorite B for Bag High Sierra bags. While we were gathering and getting ready to cross the border, a small woman from Italy rolled up with her rather large suitcase. For a while I used Australia and Montevideo as a base to leave stuff, I now use Hong Kong as my base! There are traditional looking ones and trendy ones. Youll love it. It worked great. Thats my experience. Eaten it. Again, functionality and flexibility are key features. On mine the daypack is much more obvious on this one it just blends right in. Ive never heard of Eastpack before. I wouldnt worry too much about waterproofing. You can see it here: P.S. I bought the Eagle Creek as an expedition bag to get to where I want to go and then day bag from there. (Id still take my wheelie carry-on, as I have before, and will again). Choosing such a large wheeled bag without straps will occasionally be problematic for you, especially if you move around often, since there will be times that youll have to carry it (up and down stairs, over rough roads, etc) and that will be a large load to carry by hand. Currently I am using a High Sierra AT6 which they discounted and changed styling. 2) a small lightweight summit pack for the day trips. Id never heard of those before! Reason being, if I did need a rollerpack (not the Dixon style but one called a monopack made in Germany) there was someone who owned one in Israel. The Ultimate Packing List for Full-Time Travel, Pro Packing Hacks Best Travel Accessories for Maximizing Space and Organizing Your Stuff, My Travel Capsule Wardrobe: Best Wrinkle-Free Travel Clothes for Women, All of my annual Travel Gear Review Posts, Anatomie Travel Clothing Made me Throw Out My Jeans, Great article. Ive been doing that for 20 years now. If you get one with a strap it can double as a beach/day bag etc. My heaviest items are a laptop and a guide book, plus a bottle of water. I just returned from 3 weeks in Belize where I had to drag around a failed High Sierra wheeled duffel. Just a word about Osprey that blessed airport screener did some major damage to the straps and Osprey replaced them no charge, even though it wasnt a product fault, apparently they have a lifetime guarantee, might be worth a try? Having now taken quite a few trips (up to 3 months long) with carry-on only, my big clunky Osprey (and all the stuff I used to put into it) seems superfluous. I much prefer the two larger wheels. The last sentence tells me that up until the point I actually use the bag they will repair any damage. But your article did help, so thanks! Can you give me specific suggestions for any of the two? With these points in mind, would you still say its pointless to get a wheelie for SEA? 2Steep hills (I mean more than 15% grades) are tough to negotiate as the unit will trap your feet underneath if youre not careful. Space is going to be my biggest challenge. You get three bags in one as you can use them as wheeled upright bag, duffel or backpack. She said no, unpacked the straps and up she went. I thought it would be cool to have replacement wheels on hand should any of our wheels break. Hi Mina Good luck in your search for an appropriate pack. Im sesrching for something that looks and functions like a nice suitcase but has some removable / stowable pack straps for when the going gets tough. He talks about walking around with his backpack (years ago) in Europe for 3 or 4 hours and the convertible pack is not made for that. Ideally Ill also like as high waterproofness as possible since its always raining in gothenburg. Heres some more food for thought on that topic: For faster service, copy and paste the below questions, followed by your answers into the COMMENTS SECTION of our CONTACT US page. Please complete our CONTACT US page with details of your product and repair issue. I hope this helps others even though much of it has been mentioned by others Most of those things take surprisingly little space. If worst comes to worst, you can use a separate daypack and put it on your front whenever you need to put the wheeled backpack on your back. In those cases I would move my laptop to the daypack and give them the big half. I mean really! My input: dont try to save money, dragging a defective bag around on a dream trip isnt worth the savings. I dont do any remote trekking with all my travel gear, so Ive stopped using backpacks. Hey Tim Ooh thats a great travel hack! Which other backpack would you recommend? I have used the straps more than I thought I would. And the Osprey was a great bag, but for the price I was disappointed that the zipper pulls broke so quickly. Hi Ron, Im not sure its what I should be using in Israel. 1Its hard to forget its there. Nora, I understand how you feel and I thought the same in theory but a found the real world throws at me the 3 city blocks covered with windblown sand or some other impediment where those wheels wont work. But Ill answer with my 2 cents anyway. Because of the easy access to the contents, theyre a dream to live out of. The size of your luggage depends very much on how long youre traveling for and how much you want to pack. I pack very light, taking about half as much as other people Ive traveled with. Thanks Darren! Hey Danny Thanks for the tip about the Doubletrack! Nora, Mine must be one of the smaller ones. We traveled around the world with separate wheeled bag and daypack. Both bags look solid! Still looking to make the official transition to carry-on only. Look forward to hearing from you if you are out there! Glad youre hitting the road again! So not planning to walk around a lot with our kids, or to move around tons, more go from airport to hotel/hostels and do day trips without or main luggage from a base. Ive heard good things about the Doubletrack. Hi Melanie, It is definitely pushing the limit but Ive done it many times. Unique built-in high-density internal foam structure helps maintain the shape while minimizing the weight. Hi Diana, companion had a cheap supermarket chain wheeled bag and that still looked like new. I live in Asia right now and have already traveled to Thailand, China, Taiwan and Japan with them as well as Europe, but for some reason it feels different when talking about a constant 4 month long haul instead of a few weeks here and there. Im going to look for a wheeled pack. Copyright 2022 Samsonite IP Holdings S.AR.L, 4 digit material group number located on interior label (Example below), Detailed description of the damage that has occurred to your product. https://www.theprofessionalhobo.com/2014/05/best-luggage-long-term-travel-backpacks-vs-rolling-luggage/. Ive lived out of a bag for over 12 years. The only wear that is visible is the tail end of one of the straps which looks a bit chewed. Look for padded shoulder straps, as well as a proper waist belt and chest strap. Additional searching uncovered a whole new approach to the repair issue. Its more like a tank. Thanks. Awesome! Its very sturdy, and feels solid. Ooooohhh I love you and I love this site! . Thanks for sharing, Carlos! I think the expandable models are more what Im looking at a backpack/daybag can always be attached to the outside with some quick release straps. I cant do it anymore! Happy luggage shopping! Too many zippers means either a ridiculous number of locks, or compromised security. Good for you for flexing with whatever travel! Again, it made a noticeable difference. http://www.carryology.com/liking/industry/waterproof-vs-water-resistant/. Thanks for the link, and the voyeuristic peek at your luggage! But its further testament to the versatility of a wheeled backpack. As I struggled with my manly 80 lb pack across the border, she casually wheeled across. My brother got the High Sierra and has not been impressed by the quality, but the price is significantly less. I used to travel with a cabin sized wheel on, it took me a couple of trips dragging the samsonite over cobbles and tracks before observing everyone elses problems and solutions and here is what works for me Use your "model number" and "replace wheels". So backpack straps were good. over the counter remedies, mini sewing kit from a hotel, dental floss, small pack of Kleenex, roll of camping (travel) toilet paper, pen and paper, toothbrush and mini-toothpaste, etc. It makes the travel part of traveling a breeze! The design is different. Because if the hikes arent multi-day full-on camping experiences, I still think you can get away with a smaller light summit sack that fits into your normal luggage when youre not using it. Did you know you can get daypacks with a detachable wheel and handle frame thingy. Sounds like the bag served you well if it has lasted almost 30 years! You can get High Sierra backpack with removable daypack in different sizes and colors. 2009 - 2022 TheProfessionalHobo.com. The High Sierra Overpass (unfortunately, discontinued)rolling backpack with detachable daypack changed my life because: Given how rarely I used the backpack straps, you might wonder why I bothered getting another wheeled backpack when this one bit the dust after three years of abuse. However, I do love Eastpak for their durability and functionality (and style). Somehow I got interested in what happens if the wheels ever break. For carry-on, Im a big fan of a plain and simple wheeled case, no straps. Apologies the link in the reply above should be http://dontstopliving.net/category/antarctica/ !! Hi Lorna, Butdo you hike with everything you own/have? Im currently a fan of Eagle Creek luggage, and they have a few interesting-looking models of wheeled backpacks, depending on the size youre looking for. It swallows everything and is quite sturdy. Usually I dont have another carry-on but I do wear a fanny pack which always gets through in addition to whatever Im carrying. Hi Nora, https://youtube.com/watch?v=cgpLD8vjbM0. It looks like it is probably Leather, has lots of zippers. Would you recommend the High Sierra for someone like myself? If you are taller (Im 2.02 m) you will find that wheeled combo bags are often too short. BforBag.com 2010 - 2020. Hi Tania, Thank you so much everyone for your advice. I frequently find myself walking with my pack on for long stretches and needing my hands free at the same time for directions, dog wrangling, etc., so a really comfortable backpack that distributes the weight properly on my hips and shoulders is a must for me. Hi Nora, great post-very informative! Everyone should be able to find a High Sierra daypack to fit his or her style. Ive been told the southern 200 miles, the Negev desert, has about 100 miles of terrain requiring conversion to a backpack. My daughter does not like the suitcase because she is a teenager and doesnt want to keep wearing the same things (I only pack 3 tops, 3 bottoms etc no matter for 1 week or for 3 months) so this Patagonia wheeled backpack is too small for her. Hi Richard, I just bought an Osprey Meridian 28 (I know larger than what most serious travelers recommend). 1) the one hidden in the back closest to you (for passport) The base of my wifes travel duffel has to be the most pathogen infested surface on the planet. I like that the day packs can attach to them, so you dont have to wear one backpack on the front and one one the back. 10 national flights within with 4 weeks. *Honestly, I do not work for Eagle Creek. I was worried the pack wouldnt be practical, but my concerns were about the size and possible awkwardness of using it in transit. Im on my way out to get one! If a warranted product fails due to a material or manufacturing defect, we will repair or replace the product at our option. I use a hard shell Samsonite suitcase and it is fantastic. I dont have any experience with Macpac, but Ive seen a few being put through their paces by friends, and its a solid piece of gear. High Sierra luggage stands for practical performance and outdoor activity. . The straps are insurance I will get where Im going without the need for lumbar adjustment when traveling. Yes! Great post (and I thought I was the only one anal enough to preach the virtues of wheeled backpacks) Your challenges in Asia with a wheelie suitcase might be the terrain with rough pavement (and often no pavement at all), it might be difficult to wheel around when going to from your hostels. I love it and it is well worth the high price when you figure how long it lasts. I justified the decision with having the ability to replace wheels, in house, as needed in the future. You said you wouldnt buy the Osprey again. Indeed, on any given trip (and I travel pretty much off the grid much of the time), those wheels can be utilized close to 95% of the time (the zip-off rucksack goes on short overnight forays, hikes, etc.). Given how much easier the trek itself will be with this pack, I think/hope any inconvenience of a larger pack frame for traveling on buses and such will be minimal. Please turn it on so that you can experience the full capabilities of this site. And Im not so young now. Glad you agree! We would have loved to be able to attach our daypack to your main bag when moving between places. There are number of sub ranges, focusing on certain aspects of adventurous travelling. The eastpack tranverz in a small size is the best carry on bag ive used and complies with the strictest size requirements. Hello there, well took me half the night to read this blog hahahahaha but it was very informative and quite fascinating to see where you all have traveled. Thanks for the great life experience sharing. Professional speaker. Do you like it? It was awesome! The High Sierra Duffel range consists of the High Sierra Collections duffels already mentioned and series of sporty hand held duffels. High Sierra bags carry a limited lifetime warranty to the original owner against defects in materials or workmanship under normal recreational use. Jack. Lynne Awesome! Any thoughts on that solution? I did have to get them to send me replacement latches which they did quite easily. I saw one the other day which was an Osprey (meridian 70L) and looked pretty fab. They are just worn down. Why cant the manufacturers keep these bag in stock, improve them and make more! Look for really sturdy side and top handles (yes, you need both); theyre imperative for lifting and carrying the bag which youll inevitably need to do. In those instances my daypack (with my computer etc) and my OR Summit Sack (with clothes etc) has more than sufficed. Hi Jessica That was exactly what the High Sierra pack was, as you described. Like the duffel pictured that carries your water bottle and has ventilated athletic shoe pocket for your (smelly) shoes. Peter, Hey Peter, Pre-full time travels, my first bag was a wheeled duffle, which was quickly destroyed on cobblestones and dirt roads in the Australian Outback, returning home with a giant hole in its bottom. Hi Jonas, Copyright Bruce Erdman 2022, Joiner of Fine Furniture, 4865 Stratford Drive, Greendale, WI 53129 (414) 550-6384, Gyokucho #372 Rip Cut Dozuki (Dovetail) Saw. I love the idea of a roller back pack with a day bag, does anyone one know of one that has a decent day bag for more than a day hahahaha. Should be a great addition as well to go with it. Then I just unzip the day pack and put them in separately. My husband is taller so he doesnt find it ridiculous for him of course. Hey Chris, You find something you love, and when you need another one, its discontinued or otherwise changed to no longer suit your needs. Is it legal carry-on size? When it comes to traveling with carry-on luggage, I prefer to maximize space and lose the straps. Hey Josie Ive often looked at rolling duffles as an option, and the shoulder strap solves the problem of going hands free if you need to. Sign Up for Email and get access to exclusive offers & the latest updates! The High Sierra Backpack range consists of the High Sierra Collections backpacks already mentioned and series of day backpacks. Thanks for the input! And with the amount youre moving around, you dont your bags to weigh you down (pun intended). . Why carry all that stuff on your back when you can roll it? So you could leave the detachable frame in your hotel room when you know youll be trekking on rough terrain. So I think this is the carryon size and they have much bigger ones. Not easy but my choice became snugpak kitmonster 110l. I think Ill try out Eagle Creek next time. It is one of my favourite pieces of travel gear. I'm going to guess I need to replace the axle and wheels both, and would like to know haw or go about this. Whether taking a photo, dragging out the passport or looking after my wifes big suitcase, not having to keep track of my own suitcase is just one less thing to worry about. However this is not at all my normal life on the road. If so how was it? I loved the techniques you shared, they are very helpful. And if youd prefer to do the carry on backpack thing, here are the Best Carry On Backpacks for One Bag Travel. And indeed, everybody will love their packs in different ways (like the perfect pair of jeans); you MUST love your pack since its your most constant companion on the road, and can make or break your trip! There are some lovely hand-crafted bum bags here in Peru.maybe Ill pick one up! I disassembled my bag to remove the wheels and determine what parts I would need. Indeed; my own style of travel has changed enough over the years that, if and when I get my next pack, Ill save myself the hassle of the straps and just get a nice wheeled case. There is quite a bit of help out there, Comment by Bruce Erdman posted Jul 30, 2017. Hi there, thank you for a great article and posts. That looks like a great case! Its quiet now and it doesnt get caught on the smaller bumps or rocks like the other tire did. The High Sierra frame packs allows you to go farther and higher. Will you be using the pack for travel or trail hiking? To help us prevent spam, please prove you're human by typing the words you see here.

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