timbuk2 especial messenger bag Stash L Jet Black - off the bike wear Water-Resistant Messenger Bags | Lifetime

The Baggies work well for every other backpacker type as well, if you dont mind the urban style (it can be a bit short-shorty for some folks), and if you dont plan to carry items in your pockets while hiking, which is true for most backpackers

Is DCF harder or easier to get a good pitch with, for example

This bag is designed for the most extreme weather environments but isnt too heavy to take up mountains

The bag feels secure on, and its great for days when I dont need a larger bag but want to have my essentials easily accessible. One small design drawback: The front side pockets feel almost unnecessary, especially when paired with the larger U-shaped pocket, and they add to the slightly more utilitarian look

Leah and I optimized our packs so our sleeping bags would stay dry and protect our cameras

If you snap the handles together, theyll rest against your back, which might not be comfortable with heavy loads