Hey everyone!

I'm going to Japan & Korea for 3 weeks and as I was packing, I realized I don't need my carry-on. So I decided to ditch it and only travel with my newly acquired Osprey Talon 11 VSN.

The trip will be mostly cities, with some hiking, running, and photography. Trying to keep things minimal without giving up too much comfort. I'll be doing laundry along the way.

I'm planning to buy a Montbell Plasma 1000 down jacket in Japan, which should complete the kit for cold weather.

Here's the packing list!

Bags & organization

• Osprey Talon 11L
• Patagonia Ultralight Black Hole Mini Hip Pack 1L
• 2× Bellroy packing cubes
• Small organizer pouches
• Knirps ultralight slim umbrella
• Sleep mask

Clothing

• 4× Uniqlo U AIRism oversized T-shirts
• 2× Technical T-shirt (for running)
• 1× Cashmere sweater
• 1× Patagonia Torrentshell 3L rain jacket
• 2× Uniqlo Pleated Wide Trousers
• 1× Lululemon Pace Breaker 7" running shorts
• 6× Uniqlo AIRism boxer briefs
• 6× Pairs of socks
• 1× Beanie
• 1x Merino buff

Shoes & accessories

• Nike Pegasus 41 all black (worn)
• Capote C396 sunglasses
• Garmin Fenix 6

Tech & camera

• DJI Osmo Pocket 4P + accessories
• Nitecore 10k power bank
• Samsung T7 Shield SSD
• USB-C hub
• 65W GaN charger
• Universal travel adapter
• 2× USB-C cables
• Apple AirPods

Toiletries & medical

• Philips OneBlade
• Toothbrush + travel cover
• Toothpaste
• Nuud deodorant
• Basic medication
• 2× Jext epinephrine auto-injectors (nuts allergies)
• Ventolin inhaler (nuts allergies)

Documents & everyday carry

• Passport
• Slim cardholder with cash
• Phone
• Travel documents

Friends told me I'm crazy, and I will want to bring stuff back from the trip.

We'll see! Worst case, I'll just grab a cheap extra bag or suitcase before flying home.

Hi all,

Just wanted to share the experience when one bag travel comes full circle.

A decade ago I went to a two weeks faimly trip, and we bought flight tickets with cary on size luggages only, and at the time I was a pretty avarager packer (if that's a thing) that struggles to pack everything to carry on luggage wihtout overpack it, and while I did manage to fit everything in the end, that made me stressed and the whole flying experience pretty bad.
Fortunately, this experience made me want to become more minimalist and eventually made me discover the one bag travel style.

Pass forward to nowdays, and we had another family trip which was three weeks instead of two, and from someone who sturggles with packing to a miminalist that took his 30L backpack - the whole experience was totally different.

TSA was a breeze, having my trusty bag under the seat and having the flexibility to simply explore without dragging a luggage or a big travel bag is such a great experience!

It is not the first time I do one bag travel (made a post about it), but having similar settings with better experience made one bag travel come full circle.

So yea, just wanted to share :)

What about you guys? Do you have same or simillar experience?

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Backpack (Black Mile)
Extra sunglasses/case
Waterproof roll-top/ Laundry bag
Tripod
Locking carabiner and cable
Nanobag
Wool slippers
Salomon Ultraglide shoes
AirTag
Wool beanie
Wool baseball cap
No-name gloves

Large compression packing cube (no name)
GTX rain jacket
Down puffer jacket
Polartec Alpha Direct hoodie
Swim/sleep shorts
2x Ktl Mountain Shenanigan pants
Mack Weldon joggers

Large compression bag (Matador)
Quince synthetic stretch collard shirt
Long sleeve bamboo shirt
2x UndrDog hemp t-shirt
2x bamboo t-shirt

Medium compression bag (Matador)
2x Uniqlo Airism boxer brief
2x no-name bamboo boxer brief
2x silk sock liner
2x bamboo toed sock liner
3x midweight alpaca hiking socks

Toiletry bag (Matador dry-thru rolltop)
Nail clippers
Shampoo/Conditioner
Mouthwash concentrate
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Pill box/prescription meds
Zip-lock bags
USB-rechargeable shaver

Camera bag (OneGo Rope Strap Bag
FE Tamron 28-200 f/2.8-5.6 lens
FE Sony 20mm f/1.8 G lens
Sony A7C mirrorless camera
4x SD cards/case
Sunglasses/bag
Pen
AKG N700NCM2 headphones
Hair ties
Camera/lens wraps
20mAh Power bank
Kleenex
Water bottle (Vapur)
Short USB-C to C
Short USB-A to C
Passport/RFID sleeve
Kindle
AirTag

PSA

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Happy travels!

Hi everyone,

I am excited that I could finally share my one-bag shots and packing list. It is my first time traveling with one bag and going to Vietnam. I have been studying your posts for some time now. I didn't really buy much new for this other than the backpack, packing cubes, and poncho.

Destination: Hanoi, Ha Giang, Hue, Da Nang

Mode of transportation: Public transportation, domestic flight, grab?

Accommodation: Homestays, Airbnb

Packing List

Clothes and shoes

• Underwear x2
• Bra x2
• Tanktops x2
• Socks x2
• Skirt
• Pants
• Long-sleeve shirt
• Sweater
• Swimsuit
• Towel
• Sandals

Other things

• Light daypack
• Binoculars
• Contact lens and solution
• Tooth paste
• Pen
• Adaptors
• Water bottle
• Poncho
• Water filter and bag
• Water floss
• Shopping bag
• Makeup removing cloth
• Landry line
• Malaria vaccine
• Antibiotics
• Ibuprofen and OTC

Pouch

• Passport
• Cards
• Wire headset
• WIreless headset
• Nail clipper
• Small screwdriver
• Chapstick

Items not in the picture

• Liquid foundation
• Cheek stick
• Eye shadows
• Tooth brush
• Charging block and USB-C and Lightning

It is now about 5.5kg or so. I am not fashionable, and I plan to do laundry every other day. Here are some questions.

• Pouch: I use this pouch every day, and it is handy. But I wonder if I am better off just carrying things in my pocket. It is extra weight.
• Sandals: They are pretty heavy. I am not going to buy a new one for this trip, but what are your favorite lightweight sandals? Since it will be raining every day over there, I figure I should pack some sandals.
• Meds: I took the oral vaccine for typhoid and finished the course. I still have to take the one for malaria throughout the trip. I got antibiotics prescribed just in case. I'm also taking ibuprofen and another OTC just in case. That's a lot of meds.
• Poncho: Anyone traveled to Vietnam or another SEA with a poncho? I figured I needed something to cover, but it looks hot there. Is it going to be miserable?

I appreciate your feedback!

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I’m trying to find a decent tech gift for my little brother who travels with just one bag and honestly he’s so hard to shop for lol. He’s the type to leave anything behind if he thinks it takes up too much space. One thing that drives me crazy is that he rarely carries a power bank. He’s always using his phone for maps, boarding passes and directions and then at some point his battery gets fully low. Meanwhile, I’m the one having a mini panic attack when I can’t reach him.

I was thinking of getting him a small power bank maybe something like the iniu P50 mini i saw on amazon, since it looks compact enough to fit in a pocket or a small tech pouch without adding much bulk. I feel like he would actually carry it if it didn’t take up much space but I’m open to other options too. For those of you who one bag, what small tech items have actually earned a permanent spot in your bag? Would you go for a compact power bank or something else entirely?

[Trip Report / Packing List] Tomtoc T66 40L — Successful One-Bag Setup with Clothes Breakdown for 40 days in Europe

Hey everyone! Just wanted to share a post-trip update and breakdown of my packing list. Overall, this setup worked extremely well. I had zero major issues, never lacked anything critical, and didn't run into any trouble with carry-on limits on any of my 9 flights. The trip was a total of 40 days from departure to return. A big thank you to all those who helped me inform my decisions before this trip to make the setup what I needed!

Bags & Packing System

• Primary Bag: Tomtoc 40L (T66) — Held up fantastically, super spacious, and was never questioned or double-glanced at by any airline staff (though I avoided ultra-budget carriers).
• Secondary / Daypack: Jelutar 22L Drawstring Bag — Great for keeping high-frequency items accessible and minimizing noise/rummaging inside hostel dorm rooms. Was plenty big for my day excursions and the dry bag inside was great for beach days.
• Compression: 3x VacuGOGO Compression Bags (15.75" x 19.7") + VacuGOGO Electric Pump — Worked great for keeping clothes organized and neatly folded. Often used 1 bag as a dirty clothes bag to avoid stinking up my Tomtoc. PRO TIP: Unpack your PJ's before hitting the town — compression bags are noisy at 2am!

Clothing Breakdown

(Note: Items marked with (W) were worn on transit days to conserve bag space)

• Headwear & Outerwear:
  • (W) Columbia Baseball Cap
  • (W) Light windbreaker / rain jacket
• Tops:
  • 5x Lightweight short-sleeve shirts
  • (W) 1x Long-sleeve sport shirt
• Bottoms:
  • 4x Pairs of shorts
  • (W) 1x Pair of long pants / joggers
• Underwear & Socks:
  • (W) 6x Pairs of underwear (only 1 pair was worn for flights!)
  • 6x Pairs of high-ankle socks (I did not think about the tan line...)
  • (W) 1x Pair of long socks
• Footwear:
  • (W) Athletic Works walking shoes (cheap and something I could toss if ruined)
  • Hey Dude shoes

Electronics & Extra's

• VacuGOGO Pump (for compression bags)
• Beats Solo Earbuds
• Anker Nano Power Bank (45W, 10,000mAh)
• TESSAN Universal Travel Adapter
• Lightning-to-USB phone cable
• USB-C to USB cable
• Copper Water Bottle

Hygiene & Grooming

• Electronic beard trimmer + 2 attachments
• 2x Toothbrushes
• 2x Dental floss packages
• 1x Tongue scraper
• 3x Scent bird travel colognes (8 ml / 0.27 fl oz each)
• 1x Razor
• Ear Cleaners

Hygiene Strategy Note: I intentionally left home without toothpaste or bar/body soap and deodorant purchasing locally upon arrival. This saved bag space and completely avoided potential liquid/gel issues at airport security.

Mid-Trip Additions & Gear Swaps

I purposely left extra room in my pack at the start, which turned out to be a clutch decision. As the weather shifted across regions, I made a few updates on the go:

• Added upon arrival in Europe:
  • A lock for my luggage storage (locks are not usually offered or free at hostels)
  • Gel Deodorant (I dislike the powdery kind), toothpaste, hair styling dust (avoided airport security issues over paste for following EU Flights), body soap and shampoo.
  • Souvenir beach towel (strapped neatly on the outside of the Tomtoc)
• Added in Greece (Warm Weather):
  • +3x Sleeveless t-shirts
  • +1x Pair of shorts (I had room and wanted a more comfy set for night)
  • 4 pairs lowcut socks (Had to fix the tan line)
• Added in Germany (Cooler Weather):
  • +1x Long-sleeve turtleneck
  • +1x Pullover sweater
• Footwear Swap:
  • Swapped out the initial Athletic Works walking shoes for a pair of Adidas after completely burning through the grip on fresh pavement my 2nd to last day in Croatia.

Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways

• Leaving Buffer Space: Leaving around 10–15% empty space at the start made integrating mid-trip clothing purchases and souvenir options effortless without blowing out carry-on dimensions.
• Vacuum Bag Technique: As the trip progressed, I got better at organizing and flattening the compression bags, which easily accommodated the added bulk (sweaters/towel). Folding style and layout really help to make these uniformly thick when compressed to optimize bag space.
• Two-Bag Dynamics: The combination of a structured 40L primary bag and a lightweight 22L packable drawstring bag provided the perfect balance of transit capacity and day-to-day usability. That being said I might end up going with a different daypack in the future as the drawstrings get old after a while.

Happy to answer any questions about the gear or how the bag performed!

Trip Breakdown: 40 days of Solo Travel Across Croatia, Greece, Germany & Denmark

Croatia (2 Weeks) — The Warm-Up & Learning Curve

Croatia turned out to be a great place to kick off this trip and get my bearings with solo travel, hostel living, and living out of a single pack. The scenery was beautiful, the weather was fantastic, and the hostel culture made it super easy to meet people. I visited 6 different locations (Dubrovnik, Korčula, Hvar, Split, Zadar and Šibenik) over the two weeks and genuinely enjoyed every single spot for different reasons.

• Highlights: Incredible sites for historical and architecture lovers, vibrant hostel community, and a safe entry point for solo travelers (so many age groups but plenty of options for each hostel style).
• The Downsides: Prices were surprisingly high for what you get, and major cruise-ship ports were pretty congested, even entering shoulder season. That said, I recognize both issues stem from high amounts of tourism (which I'm a part of!), so I have no room to judge.
• Future Plans: Next time, I definitely want to explore Istria and head inland to check out Zagreb! ❤️

Greece (3 Weeks) — The Absolute Highlight

Hands down my favorite part of the entire journey. As someone accustomed to Rocky Mountain weather, the warm Greek climate was an absolute dream. The prices and quality of food were the best here out of my entire trip. The hostels had a great atmosphere, and social aspect. The history, architecture, beaches, and sunsets were second to none. If you're on the fence about going to Greece, do it!

• Base Locations: I split my time between Athens, Delphi, and Crete.
• Athens Spotlight: Athens was an absolute blast and ended up being my main hub. I originally planned to hit more islands, but bad weather (flooding, severe wind, and storms) kept me on the mainland a bit longer than planned—which turned out to be a blessing in disguise because I loved every minute in Athens!
• Standout Memories: Watching the best sunsets I've ever seen, exploring historic sites, beautiful nature and enjoying amazing food with hostel mates or random acquaints.
• Future Plans: Do more island hopping and go to Meteora.

Unplanned Detours: Germany & Denmark

One of the best parts of one-bag solo travel is flexibility. While in Croatia, I met an awesome guy from Germany who invited me to come visit at the end of my trip. I ended up trimming a bit of time in Greece to make this side trip happen, and it was 100% worth it!

1. Hamburg, Germany (4 Days / 3 Nights): Hamburg was incredible. Cost-wise, it felt surprisingly comparable to Croatia in many aspects (plus having free lodging with a buddy was a huge bonus!).
2. Copenhagen, Denmark (1 Night & Day Trip): Took a one-way train out of Hamburg Central Station to Copenhagen. Spent a night in the city and crammed in as much morning sightseeing on a Lime bike as possible before catching an early afternoon flight back home to the States. Prices seemed fair and comparable to Germany and Croatia.

Final Reflections on Solo Travel

1. Both unplanned stops made the trip feel like a true adventure as did being flexible with my schedule and getting to enjoy some of the random experiences that come during solo travel in hostels.
2. Having a lightweight 40L setup that makes spontaneous train trips or easy flights and quick hostel check-ins effortless—made this all work without any stress or hassle.
3. The Hostel Culture is truly amazing and if you are willing to put yourself out there a bit in the social areas you will have some amazing interactions!
4. Both Germany and Denmark are high on my list to revisit for a longer stay! I will be revisiting Greece if for no other reason than to get a Souvlaki Pita Wrap and some delicious Kebab! Safe travels friends!<3

Hi, I’m traveling to Italy soon and it will be via wizzair for 4 nights. Wizzair bag size is 40x30x20. Never travelled with just a backpack. Has anyone had success with Temu/AliExpress packing cubes?

As I’m travelling on a tight budget, I was thinking of buying the eurolite nova 25l bag, which is currently £12 UK. Never have I used packing cubes either, so kinda new to me.

I found this guess toiletry bag at Marshall’s and it’s waterproof, except the lining. If I removed the lining, would the inside fabric be waterproof too?
Also, I just really like this fabric and it’d make searching for a bag easier. Thanks!

Packing for three days and two nights in Italy. This Bally backpack is roughly 20L, so I’m keeping the list pretty simple.

Clothes
2 Uniqlo AIRism T-shirts
1 Uniqlo Oxford shirt
1 pair of Lululemon ABC pants, worn for the trip
3 pairs of Uniqlo AIRism underwear
3 pairs of Darn Tough socks
1 pair of Uniqlo shorts, also used for sleeping
1 Patagonia Houdini jacket
Adidas Stan Smith sneakers, worn for the trip

Toiletries
Muji toiletry pouch
CeraVe travel-size cleanser
La Roche-Posay sunscreen
Philips One toothbrush
Colgate travel toothpaste
Old Spice deodorant

Tech
iPhone 16
AirPods Pro
Baseus PicoGo AM52 power bank
Baseus USB-C wall charger

Essentials
Bellroy card sleeve
Samsonite passport holder
Ray-Ban sunglasses
Fulton compact umbrella

Would you remove anything for a three-day trip?

My carry on stopped being free this year,Lufthansa group introduced a new economy basic fare with one personal item up to 40x30x15 cm (for travel from 19 may). A bigger bag starts at €15 per flight and pegasus did the same in 2024 with a 3 kg cap on the personal item and a large carry on there starts at €15 per leg too. Gate penalties for non compliant bags are much steeper than prepaying (Ryanair says its gate fee can reach €70), so I stopped gambling on the gate.

I used to travel with a 40L carry on backpack and for trips under 4 days I now use a 15L daypack that fits 40x30x15 when full and it took a tape measure and a test pack stuffed full to confirm it. I price the fare with the bag added on google flights and rift flights, whichever I have open and I check the airline’s own page before paying because the rules change by fare.

But the fee flips which ticket is cheapest,a fare that looks €20 cheaper isn’t, once the bag is added both ways.

Has anyone been measured at the gate on a 40x30x15 limit?

I've used this bag before for much longer travel, but this is the first time I needed to be dressed up for different events (cocktails, wedding, dancing until dawn, touristy sight-seeing) and in different weathers. I flew Frontier so I could only bring a personal item (Peak Design 20L backpack)

Clothes:
Issey Miyaki blue and black two-piece suit
Homme plisse pants. (Expensive, but secretly the best pants for travel. Extremely comfortable, hot in the winter, breezy in the summer, and effortlessly stylish paired with anything. You just can't wear them on actual travel days, ie. sitting on a plane for several hours, without risking flattening the creases)
Fun Stephen Sprouse cheetah print wool shirt
Wool short sleeve sweater
Long-sleeve t-shirt (worn on flight)
Sleeveless t-shirt
Regular t-shirt
Casual pants
Gym shorts (worn on flight)
Birkenstock sandals (worn on flight, so comfy)
Canvas men's slip-ons
Belt
Mesh shirt
2 pairs underwear
3 pairs sock

Others:
Sunscreen, charger, mac air, overear headphones (worn around neck), portable shaver, toothbrush, razor, book, vitamins.

I could have brought another blazer if I had worn it on the plane, but I didn't think I'd need it so I didn't bring it. Anyway, it's very possible to one-bag a wedding but you need to be smart with what fabrics you are bringing... a chunkier suit would probably not have fit.

Recently came back from a 3 week Europe trip, loved it so much I decided I’m going to backpack Japan for 2 weeks next month!

This is the second iteration of my setup and I don’t think there’s much improvement left (if any). My full packing list can be found here: https://www.packwizard.com/s/-78Losn

Context below

What’s the scoop? Is it really worth the hype/price?

Edit: Wow we have a lot of mixed opinions about the wool. For reference I’m planning a 8-10 day backpacking trip around the UK late March.

I recently came bag from a road trip with an Osprey Transporter 40.
For Daytrips I use a Fjällräven High Coast 24 Foldsack which lays flat on the top of the bag.
I pack all my stuff into different eagle creek pack cubes and for the clothes it works fine. I don’t use one for cables and tablet and thinking to buy a special cubes for electronics.
At this trip the tablet was between the cubes.
For my camera I use a Lowepro Gear up Box Medium.

Do you take another bag for Tablet/Laptop, Camera and electronic stuff or do you putting it in the duffel bag?

I don’t use the Transporter for long distances. It is just for the walks from car to Hotel or if i use airplanes from the subway to the gate.
The most travel I have made were a mix of transport methods, but the bag is not required for hiking.

I don’t weigh my bag, but I guess it was between 8-10 Kg.

I think, and probably I overthinking it, to buy a new bag with a dedicated tech pouch like the Patagonia MLC or the North Face Voyager 35 travel bag, just for more support for the back. Another idea is to buy a smaller Duffle ( like the North Face Voyager 32). Smaller bag, means less weight. And there is a good offer right now.

I am looking for experience of people in the same situation and I’m looking for a bit of validation for not buying anything new.

We’re going to Europe next year for summer, primarily to Sicily and Malta. Do you reckon this is achievable with one bag? Any recommendations for how to pack?

We’re flying Emirates so should be okay with up to 10 kgs carry on?

EDIT: Adding in that I tend to dress up at night, and like variety in clothing. I think I’m ok with daytime clothing but any recommendations or experience with going out clothes would be great.

Hope it’s gonna be helpful. Backpack shown in these photos is not extended of course.

4 days in Gdansk from London - last pic is what I wore on the plane except the jumper/sweater, it was rolled up in the pack. Med kit has the basics - plenty of clothes for the trip, leaving tomorrow.

Pack fit in the Ryanair sizer perfectly.

In my last post, the cubes were a subject of discussion. I’ve been using them for the past 2 years and have gone through 23 countries plus all over the states using them - the work very well for me although it may not work for everyone.

These cubes are made of vx which doesn’t stretch, so you can really pack stuff into them - had my knee pressing items into them before. So, they do have an advantage over just folding and stuffing into the pack - also makes unpacking and such much easier to me. Cotton clothes fill them up quick but it’s cooler weather for this trip and I had the room. Not for everything but is a no brainer for moi :)

These particular ones are from Triple Aught Design but you can find less expensive ones from other makers - just get ones made from sailcloth (vx, ultra, etc) that doesn’t stretch and you can maximize your volume.

Also, took these pics after switching air bnbs and repacking - had those cube filled a little differently when I left.

Heading to Europe for a couple weeks with just a carry on, so I'm trying to bring one pair of sweatpants that works for the flights, trains and just walking around on chill days. All mine right now are old gym ones that are faded and kinda baggy

Anyone have sweatpants that are comfy for long travel days but still look decent enough to walk around the city in?

I am down to one brick and one usbc cable, and the cable never stays where I put it. It ends up at the bottom of the bag and I dig for it forever lol.
I'm right now thinking about a type of crossbody lanyard with a cable built into the strap, so the phone and cable stay on my and there is nothing loose in the bad. I'm current thinking one from mfish which is adjustable from 85 to 150cm and charging speed up to 240w.
The trade is that the cable is fixed. If the connector fails, then the whole strap is gone, which for something worn every day it seems like a real question for me. Has anyone travelled with one of this kind? Does it stay comfortable for a full day trip and how do the ends hold up?

I will be traveling for couple weeks visiting friends abroad (Europe this time) and trying to keep to personal underseat bag. Want to mimimize tech support space/weight/cords. Will be taking Macbook, iPhone 18Pro, Apple Watch, Airpods. I will charge all these items when at friends house orin hotel room. However will want small emergency portable wireless backup to charge/boost iphone and watch when on the go (I have the TravelCard which will probably suffice?...but need some attachment solution for Apple Watch...the standard watch cord seems a waste of space as can only be used for watch). I will only use the laptop sporadically and typically when in a hotel/home so don't need fast cahrge...but hoping there is an alternative to having to haul the massive block. I bought an Anker 5 in 1 20W (not yet opened)...can that work for all this or should I try to exchange it for something else? Welcome this groups expertise and insights!

I'm looking for a wide-brimmed hat for sun/rain/snow protection that I can wear as part of my Europe/Japan fall/winter onebag capsule wardrobe. I know wide-brimmed hats aren't commonly worn in cities but I'd still like something that blends in somewhat. I would appreciate recommendations.

Options I've considered:

• Outback Trading Kodiak. The last time I was in Japan in the summer I wore the mesh-crowned version every day. I liked the practicality of the oilskin and wide brim but it looks like I'm going on a safari.
• Conner Hats Northern Front. The oilskin and brim are features I like. the shape looks slightly less safari to my eyes.
• Filson Tin Cloth Brush Hat. Slightly less structured than the Conner but more than a Tilley. Not my favorite and only available in green.

Options I'm not keen on:

• Wool hats. Don't hold up well to moisture even when sprayed with waterproofing spray.
• Baseball caps. I have a plain black waterproof one but baseball caps in general aren't my thing.
• Bucket hats/boonie hats/Tilley hats. Not a fan of the lack of structure.

For style context, here is the core of my cool weather capsule wardrobe. It's not the most fashionable but I'm a solo traveler who values practicality.

• Plain black jacket
• Button-down shirts in navy blue, burgundy, and dark green
• Gray chinos
• Black trail running sneakers

I travelled by train from home to Paris (INOUI and OUIGO).
Temperatures around 16/28°C (dry)

Packs:
- ULA Dragonfly Ultra
- Peak Design medium-sized compression packing cube
- Peak Design shoe bag for picnic (attached outside the backpack if necessary)
- Re-usable nylon shopping bag
- Jack Wolskin crossbody bag (only used at destination for my phone and wallet)

Clothing:
- 5 pieces of underwear (cotton - 1 worn)
- 5 pair of socks (cotton and merino - 1 worn)
- 3 T-shirts (one for the night - cotton)
- 3 polo shirts (1 in merino / 2 in cotton - 1 worn)
- 2 zipped Cardigan (cotton - 1 worn or attached to the bag with the bungee cord)
- 1 Boxer short for the night (1 athletic, 1 cotton - 1 worn)
- 1 sports pants (to be comfortable in the evening – not shown on the pictures)
- 1 pair of jeans (worn)
- 1 pair of Hemp trousers
- 1 Leather belt (worn)
- 1 Light blue Jacket (worn)
- 1 Cap
- 1 pair of casual Nike shoes (worn)
- 1 pair of slippers
- (I finally didn’t take the sports short and grey t-shirt on the right in the picture)

Toiletries:
- Topo Designs Dopp kit
- Solid deodorant
- Day cream
- Half of Dr Bronner’s soap in Matador Flatpak soap bar case
- 1 tooth brush
- Solid tooth paste
- little bottle disinfectant spray
- several medicine (pain killers, …)
- Q-tips
- Scissors
- Tiny hand towel
- Electric razor (Philips) with 1 AA battery

Electronics:
- Phone
- Boundary Supply Rennen EDC Case
- 10.000 mAh Samsung power bank
- UGreen 35 W charger (2 ports)
- Cables
- Nitecore thumb flashlight
- Belkin earphones
- 1 USB flash drive
- ASUS ZenBook
- Mouse + computer charger in Topo Designs pouch

 Hand washing kit:
- hand washing sheets (finally used in a washing machine)
- sink stopper
- generic clothesline (Sea To Summit clone)

 Misc.
- 0,35L Nalgene flask bottle
- Fjallraven wallet with credit cards/driving license/some cash/IDs
- Umbrella
- 1 TSA compliant lock (Osprey)
- sun glasses with case

I had to choose between a Goruck GR1 1000D and an ULA Dragonfly for this trip. I tried my loadout in both of them and preferred to take the Dragonfly.
After the trip, I can confirm my choice: the Dragonfly is much lighter and more compact than the GR1, the water bottle holders are a must and the Dragonfly can hold the same amount of stuffs than the GR1, and offers the external capabilities (bungee cord and water bottle holder) to hold a jacket, a water bottle or an umbrella. At destination, the Dragonfly can easily be used as an EDC backpack.

• the ULA Dragonfly has been a wonderful companion. Its water bottle holders worked fine to fit my umbrella and my flask.
• weight: around 8 kgs / the bag was comfortable even when walking a few kilometres with it on my back.
• travelling with a small bag was my pleasure. I put the bag under my seat in both trains and it went well.
• no hand washing because I could use the washing machine available in the apartment (but used the laundry detergent sheets I took).
• small crossbody bag option: used at destination when I didn’t need the backpack.