u/Sulky_Sardine

Hello! I’m looking for a backpack to use as a personal item for a couple work trips, and a vacation to Italy. Ideally, it could hold a 15” MacBook Air (even if there’s not a dedicated space for it), as well as be light enough to wear while exploring the cities all day. It doesn’t need to hold clothes, except maybe a sweater or jacket.

I have been looking at:
- Venture Ready Pack 20L (hesitant due to its potential bulk)
- Cinch Backpack (will this hold a 15” MacBook Air in a sleeve?)
- Lite Ready Pack (is it too flimsy?)

Any and all input is appreciated! Thank you!

Hello!
My family and I are going to Italy in mid-late September for the first time. We will be in Rome as well as the Amalfi Coast. I am hoping to get some bag recommendations for what is practical and durable for this trip (Bonus points if it could also be used as a personal item for the plane).

I’ve seen a lot online about pickpocketing, and looked into some different anti-theft bags. But are those necessary? Could a “normal” backpack/bag with maybe some clips/locks keeping the zippers closed and increased awareness in more crowded areas be enough? Or is slash-proof fabric and cut-proof straps the way to go?

I’m hoping for a backpack because I will keep my small mirrorless camera in there when I’m not using it, as well as a reusable water bottle, and any small things I may pick up while shopping. I used my Baggu medium crescent bag in Australia and it fit everything I needed to, but could get awkward/heavy when full. And I know I’ll be doing significantly more walking in Italy so I want try to set myself up to be more comfortable.

I also have a couple work trips coming up and would love to put money towards a light but durable bag that could even be used as a personal item, instead of paying more for anti-theft features if I can help it.

I’ve been kind of looking at Portland Gear’s Cascade Compact Backpack, or maybe Bellroy’s Lite Ready Pack? If I had to go anti-theft, I’m looking at the pacsafe ECO 18L. Any insights on these would be great too.

Any recommendations, tips, or feedback at all would be greatly appreciated!!
Thank you!

Hello!
My family and I are going to Italy in mid-late September for the first time. We will be in Rome as well as the Amalfi Coast. I am hoping to get some bag recommendations for what is practical and durable for this trip (Bonus points if it could also be used as a personal item for the plane).

I’ve seen a lot online about pickpocketing, and looked into some different anti-theft bags. But are those necessary? Could a “normal” backpack/bag with maybe some clips/locks keeping the zippers closed and increased awareness in more crowded areas be enough? Or is slash-proof fabric and cut-proof straps the way to go?

I’m hoping for a backpack because I will keep my small mirrorless camera in there when I’m not using it, as well as a reusable water bottle, and any small things I may pick up while shopping. I used my Baggu medium crescent bag in Australia and it fit everything I needed to, but could get awkward/heavy when full. And I know I’ll be doing significantly more walking in Italy so I want try to set myself up to be more comfortable.

I also have a couple work trips coming up and would love to put money towards a light but durable bag that could even be used as a personal item, instead of paying more for anti-theft features if I can help it.

Any recommendations, tips, or feedback at all would be greatly appreciated!!
Thank you!

Hello!
My family and I are going to Italy in mid-late September for the first time. We will be in Rome as well as the Amalfi Coast. I am hoping to get some bag recommendations for what is practical and durable for this trip (Bonus points if it could also be used as a personal item for the plane).

I’ve seen a lot online about pickpocketing, and looked into some different anti-theft bags. But are those necessary? Could a “normal” backpack/bag with maybe some clips/locks keeping the zippers closed and increased awareness in more crowded areas be enough? Or is slash-proof fabric and cut-proof straps the way to go?

I’m hoping for a backpack because I will keep my small mirrorless camera in there when I’m not using it, as well as a reusable water bottle, and any small things I may pick up while shopping. I used my Baggu medium crescent bag in Australia and it fit everything I needed to, but could get awkward/heavy when full. And I know I’ll be doing significantly more walking in Italy so I want try to set myself up to be more comfortable.

I also have a couple work trips coming up and would love to put money towards a light but durable bag that could even be used as a personal item, instead of paying more for anti-theft features if I can help it.

Any recommendations, tips, or feedback at all would be greatly appreciated!!
Thank you!