No frills, canvas backpack that folds flat!
June 27, 2017 9:40 PM Subscribe
Hivemind: I'm looking for a small, good look'in backpack that folds flat and can be tucked into my main travel pack (Timbuk2 Command, which is only 32L) and then be used as a day pack. Please recommend away!
I've seen all the iterations of this-- foldable backpacks that are made of very thin nylon and have a very sporty/toursity look, and am decidedly not into that.
I am far more interested in things like the Fjallraven or the Baggu. These are not marketed as foldable backpacks, but they have thin straps without unnecessary padding and are meant to used as a normal backpack. What are some other options along these lines?
I've seen all the iterations of this-- foldable backpacks that are made of very thin nylon and have a very sporty/toursity look, and am decidedly not into that.
I am far more interested in things like the Fjallraven or the Baggu. These are not marketed as foldable backpacks, but they have thin straps without unnecessary padding and are meant to used as a normal backpack. What are some other options along these lines?
It's a messenger bag, not a backpack, but I like my waxed cotton bag from Aerostitch They come in a few sizes and colors, fold flat, and are waterproof.
posted by Maxwell's demon at 11:31 PM on June 27, 2017
posted by Maxwell's demon at 11:31 PM on June 27, 2017
The plain canvas backpack from Muji would be perfect, if there's a Muji near you!
posted by third word on a random page at 1:59 AM on June 28, 2017
posted by third word on a random page at 1:59 AM on June 28, 2017
I use the Tom Bihn Daylight daily. When I travel, I pack it inside my main bag (a 26L backpack) for use as a daypack at my destination.
posted by daisy55 at 6:27 AM on June 28, 2017 [2 favorites]
posted by daisy55 at 6:27 AM on June 28, 2017 [2 favorites]
The Kanken folds flat, but you will have to remove the foam insert to fold the backpack in two.
I bought a shoulder bag from this Etsy shop and it looks like they have a new model of backpack. My shoulder bag is sturdy and well made.
posted by sukeban at 6:50 AM on June 28, 2017
I bought a shoulder bag from this Etsy shop and it looks like they have a new model of backpack. My shoulder bag is sturdy and well made.
posted by sukeban at 6:50 AM on June 28, 2017
Seconding the Kanken. Very well made and in a paralyzing variety of colors. There's a regular backpack and a smaller daypack version.
posted by orrnyereg at 7:39 AM on June 28, 2017
posted by orrnyereg at 7:39 AM on June 28, 2017
It's nylon BUT hear me out... get this Patagonia pack in black and use a seam ripper to remove the Patagonia label on the front.
I too wanted to avoid looking sporty and touristy but the bag in black minus the tag looks very Japanese utilitarian chic. I've received a ton of compliments when I use it as a tote or as a backpack.
posted by kitkatcathy at 8:46 AM on June 28, 2017 [1 favorite]
I too wanted to avoid looking sporty and touristy but the bag in black minus the tag looks very Japanese utilitarian chic. I've received a ton of compliments when I use it as a tote or as a backpack.
posted by kitkatcathy at 8:46 AM on June 28, 2017 [1 favorite]
I have the Fjallraven and use it daily, but I wouldn't recommend it for day trips as a backpack. It's not that comfortable and is surprisingly heavy (it's heavy canvas). As a bag for work though, I like it a lot.
posted by mrfuga0 at 8:50 AM on June 28, 2017
posted by mrfuga0 at 8:50 AM on June 28, 2017
Came to recommend the Fjallraven Kanken (the small one). They are so dead durable I've (mid-40s cis dude) considered getting one more or less exactly like the one I bought my six year-old daughter.
posted by Emperor SnooKloze at 8:18 PM on June 28, 2017
posted by Emperor SnooKloze at 8:18 PM on June 28, 2017
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posted by Grandysaur at 10:01 PM on June 27, 2017