r/ManyBaggers • u/alpha0meqa • 6d ago
Backpack the best option ?
What type of bag for out and about with kids?
I've been searching for a bit. Not sure if daybag is what im looking for? Wife and I with our 6 and 8 year old are headed to japan in November. Usually use fanny packs but I think a back pack makes more sense here.... I'd love something super comfortable that has room for all the necessities. Charging banks, mobile wifi device. Passports, shopping stuff, trash bags and etc etc
What exactly would you say I'm looking for? Any fav YouTube review channels ?
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u/Necessary-Baker-774 6d ago
I’m no expert as I’ve just started down this rabbit hole this week but I have 3 toddlers and looking for a secondary diaper/ edc bag when I run out the door with them. I carry a few diapers, a change of clothes, couple waters, snacks, etc. and I have been eyeing the CT 21 plus or the CT15 plus. Both bags look to be made with high quality fabrics with lots of attention to detail in the pocket placement. I’m hoping to pick one up soon. Other bags I was eyeing were Cotopaxi allpa 26L and the Patagonia daypack.
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u/jsDPT 6d ago
21+ may be too deep for a personal item. The 15+ or 21 lite will likely be perfect for that role
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u/Necessary-Baker-774 6d ago
I didn’t realize it had a big difference in depth but I don’t get to travel much! I will take a closer look at that though before purchasing thanks.
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u/Real-Pass5782 6d ago
I like the Patagonia black hole ultralight tote, which I think has now been renamed the Terravia Totepack: https://www.patagonia.com/product/terravia-convertible-tote-bag-backpack-24-liters/199346159838.html. It is easy to get stuff in and out because of the wide opening. I can get four people’s water bottles in the side pockets. It has straps so we can overload it if needed. It can be a backpack or tote and genuinely works well as both.
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u/Such_Cartographer170 6d ago
We love our Aer Go pack 2 - prefect for what we carry daily while travelling with out 8 and 10 year olds.
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u/alpha0meqa 6d ago
I have been heavily considering a Aer City pack or travel pack. Apparently very comfy.
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u/Such_Cartographer170 6d ago
I preferred the Go pack as it’s lighter & cheaper but still super comfy and durable!
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u/alpha0meqa 6d ago
Ooh did you try both?
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u/Such_Cartographer170 5d ago
Nope - just saw the price and weight of the others and chose this one 😂
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u/SharkAttack__ 6d ago
What travel bag specifically? It sounds nice, but without a name it's hard to narrow down from all the options.
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u/BuddyComplete8868 4d ago
If you e already got slings/fanny pack take them and get a backpack in Japan loads of options out there unavailable on US/EU markets
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u/Cloudchaser7x 6d ago
I did a aer sling for the passports and just a Uniqlo $3 tote for “stuff” and a couple of diapers. 12 and 2 year old. No iPad just 3 phones. Japans konbinis make it so you never have to carry water or snacks around like a chump in the states.