The Casual Bag Thread

[karlgantry]

The new AER day pack 2..kinda of lost that look.. Think they shorten the height by 1 inch.. It make the bag look more rounder and lost the slick and slim look.. Version 1 looks the best

What material is it? Look quite light and good for sports!

 

[poorboy]

Hi there, any nice practical backpack with great comfy for daily usage in university?
my bag recently starts to hurt my back and shoulders. Therefore will like to invest more in my backpack. new to this back pack stuff so any input will be appreciated

 

[magna_strike]

Hi there, any nice practical backpack with great comfy for daily usage in university?
my back bag recently starts to hurt my back and shoulder and will like to invest more in my backpack. new to this back pack stuff so any input will be appreciated

Goruck.. Hahah.. But many others may disagree..

 

[indigo22]

Goruck.. Hahah.. But many others may disagree..

haha im one of those who will disagree...

 

[indigo22]

Hi there, any nice practical backpack with great comfy for daily usage in university?
my back bag recently starts to hurt my back and shoulder and will like to invest more in my backpack. new to this back pack stuff so any input will be appreciated

whats ur budget
wads ur daily loadout, any laptop etc
need bottle holders?
need any special feature?

 

[poorboy]

whats ur budget
wads ur daily loadout, any laptop etc
need bottle holders?
need any special feature?

Budget 100-200+, preferably those that can last, can top up if got those life time warranty.
Always got iPad, laptop and some notebook
Ya will like to have bottle holder, 500ml can liao

 

[Nakedtoes]

Budget 100-200+, preferably those that can last, can top up if got those life time warranty.
Always got iPad, laptop and some notebook
Ya will like to have bottle holder, 500ml can liao

Try cote ciel.. Their bags are super quality and now they having sales.. U can order online.

 

[Kegler]

The new AER day pack 2..kinda of lost that look.. Think they shorten the height by 1 inch.. It make the bag look more rounder and lost the slick and slim look.. Version 1 looks the best

Got mine yesterday.... too bad now wfh no chance to use it yet.... very suitable for my hot desk environment .... easily accessible to the small items as and when I need it

 

[poorboy]

haha im one of those who will disagree...

Hi may I know how come goruck not recommended? quite interested in the GR1 design and durability

Try cote ciel.. Their bags are super quality and now they having sales.. U can order online.

ah the brand look interesting, will take a look. thank for the recommendation

 

[Spladox]

Hi may I know how come goruck not recommended? quite interested in the GR1 design and durability

Because GR1 got no back ventilation. I would recommend a north face back for you, something like the recon. Very comfy and won't break the bank but the design make not be to your liking.

 

[Nakedtoes]

Got mine yesterday.... too bad now wfh no chance to use it yet.... very suitable for my hot desk environment .... easily accessible to the small items as and when I need it

Aer backpack is the most comfortable backpack so far I use.. Loves the bag except I prefer water bottle on left side of bag and the side pocket on the right..

 

[indigo22]

Hi may I know how come goruck not recommended? quite interested in the GR1 design and durability



ah the brand look interesting, will take a look. thank for the recommendation

design wise, the front pocket is unusable once you fill up your main compartment

durability, i dont think you are gonna drag your bag along the sands of Afghanistan, or carry it with you when you swim across SG river. to that extent, there are many other bags who has the same level of durability to Goruck for our context.

lack of back ventilation = very very very hot and sweaty back.

 

[furryballs]

I have been using a Gr1 26L for a mth, before that used a 21L Rucker.

Yes it lacks back ventilation, but for my use not that bad, I usually drive so i dun carry it continuously for long periods. Even when i take public transport, it will be on the floor when stationary, so really i dun carry it long enough to accumulate sweat.

It will be a problem if you carry it for long hours, like overseas to use as daypack backpacker style, or for a run at bedok reservoir.

You want comfort, cheap, rugged, durable, back ventilation? Get a camelbak HAWG. I brought it overseas as daypack use. Damn shoik.

 

[magna_strike]

I have actually 4 gorucks, best for me was the echo but now discontinued already. Gr1 is good also and i got in two colors. Gr1 is best if you wanna lug around laptops and stuff. I used mine for travel alot, brought to brisbane and yogja and k before, i can really stuff it to the brim, outside pocket u still can put some stuff like passport or tissues or keys also can but when full its slightly difficult to take out but doable. And rainproof plus the straps are nice and thick so not too bad on the shoulders. The other compartmentsmake you think properly wat to pack.

 

[clyp1973]

Crumpler singapore having sales now... bought a carry on for 250 instead of 350.. not bad

 

[tecnica]

goruck for me still ok, i have the gr1 and echo.. plus some other packs, so i rotate and use..

yes the gr1 will give you a sweaty back but the carrying capacity is really good, every inch of the main compartment can be used due to its squarish design, this is also the main reason i am letting go of my tad litespeed because i cannot appreciate the rounded top..

anyone looking for a foliage litespeed can drop me a pm.. mine is in great condition as i dun use it often..

 

[redefine_style]

Hey guys whats ur opinion on Calvin Klein backpacks? Im looking at one for dress down Fridays to hold laptop and ipad.

 

[10e5x@1610]

Anyone here interested to order stuff from Black Ember direct please pm me so can save on the delivery fee.

 

[C_boliao]

I just got one ck pilot backpack from zalora.

Full Black, Small, compact, can fit a 14" laptop.

Hey guys whats ur opinion on Calvin Klein backpacks? Im looking at one for dress down Fridays to hold laptop and ipad.

 

[CgSlacker]

Hey guys whats ur opinion on Calvin Klein backpacks? Im looking at one for dress down Fridays to hold laptop and ipad.

so so ah quality. i feel a bit overpriced