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9 surprising things in my Day Pack
Not everyone carries a Day Pack, and even those who do carry some sort of bag every day might not have some of these items that I've found...
Fanny Packs for COVID Travel
What new bag will become essential in the Post-COVID travel world? That's right, the Fanny Pack. A Hip Pack is so obviously the solution for savvy travelers who...
9 Reasons you need an integrated modular backpack
Thinking about a new backpack? Here's 9 reasons why the Journey System is the best way to go: Modular – it comes apart – for every sort...
Hip Pack Light Hack
One of those things that are so obvious once you see it, but never think about before you do. Out in the dark? No flashlight? Need to carry...
Do I need RFID Blocking?
There has been plenty of writing about how RFID blocking material is not worth the effort or expense. From NPR to CSOonline to NordVPN to Money Talks News ...
Will My Bag Fit Under the Airplane Seat?
The Journey bag will fit in most places most of the time. The soft sides allow you to get away with a lot. Plus, you shouldn't pack it...
The DOs and DON'Ts of Packing
Follow these rules when packing. They can be put into 3 different categories: dealing with the actual stuff, figuring out your plans ahead of time, and dealing with...
All the reasons Hip Packs - Fanny Packs - are the best
There has been so much backlash over the last couple decades about "fanny packs" that it just makes sense that they are actually useful, fashionable and coming back...
Why the (hand rolled) vacuum bag is the best little perk for one bag travel
Once you have the perfect backpack (ahem, the Journey) you want to pack efficiently. Besides being judicious about what you take, you want to be able stay organized...
Detailed questions from a bag aficionado
The questions below came from an experienced bag reviewer and user who saw some early marketing images - but didn't have access to the bag or even the...