Without reading the whole thread - anyone have suggestions for a day pack? I want something between full on day hiking gear and a commuter pack without it really being either.
For day trips where activities can range from visiting a gallery/exhibition/museum and having a nice meal, to spending a few hours walking either city streets, parks, or something like the Capital Ring.
Carrying water/snacks, perhaps a sweatshirt or lightweight coat, essentials such as sunglasses, Yorkshire sunhat, battery pack, umbrella. Budget up to about £175, perhaps £200.
Might just have to visit a few shops on my next trip the the Smoke - not much choice in Nottingham - but wondered if anyone had any suggestions.
After spending ages looking for a backpack/daypack myself, I’ve just bought a Stubble & Co Everyday backpack and a North Face Base Camp Voyager daypack, simply because I couldn’t decide between the 2, so thought I’d order both and send one back….
Salkan Daypack - I use for days in the office or days out walking. It’s also big enough for one packing cube if you need it for a one night stay like I used it in Ambleside the other week.
Found a new Carhartt Wallet which is highly marmite like. The flap on the front is designed to be a note clip which does work but feels and looks a bit silly.
Six cards but no where to put notes or receipts (apart from the notes clip). There are small card pockets on the front which I’ve found will take notes if rolled up.
Actually a surprisingly nice wallet all told. Compact enough to not feel bulky but large enough to hold the cards I have.
Oh I see, so it solves the masses of material at the top getting in the way, whilst watching everything fall out the front of your bag as you unzip. I think I will remain unconvinced. Nice colour though.
They are simple (no way for them to fail really) and are watertight (if the fabric is waterproof). Waterproof zips are very expensive and prone to failure.
Well, that’s why they are popular on certain outdoor packs. There’s no real need for a commuter bag to be watertight (especially one with a big zip down the middle ).
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