Weekend bag recommendations

I’m in need of a weekend bag and I thought I would ask for recommendations from people who have some taste.

Must be carryon size, 22x16x9. I lean more to duffel than messenger (I already have a Chrome bag). I’d like it to be under $200, but can be persuaded. No logos. No nylon. Must be different from other people’s bags.

I got a Herchel duffle 5 years ago that I’ve been happy with. They don’t make the exact model anymore. Mine has a couple of nice external pockets I like. Build quality has been solid.

About a year ago I committed to the Octovo Weekender. I really liked it and have been using it as carry-on luggage.
I snagged it half off in which case it would make it into your budget.
Especially digging the grey leather that has been aging beautifully and the titanium hardware.

A quick search however yielded no result and I am actually not sure Octovo is still in business :confused:

Since starting this thread, I now get a banner ad on this site from J.W. Hulme Co.

Lovely bags. But a canvas weekender for $1K is a bit too spendy. Although everyone knows we get into ID for the big bucks. I guess I’m cheap.

At $120, not a bad choice. Although mixing shoes with my clothes never bothered me.

Before reading the copy, I thought the compartment was for bunnies. :blush:

I’m surprised @NURB hasn’t posted. From the great state of Minehsotah, Frost River

You’ve got to give me some time!

There’s always the classic Duluth Pack:
https://www.duluthpack.com/business/portfolios/classic-carry-on.html

Otherwise - There are deals to be had at Filson Outlet stores, too.

Everlane weekender:
https://www.everlane.com/products/mens-dipped-weekender-reverse-denimblack?collection=mens-backpacks-bags

Northface Base Camp (the backpack straps are nice)

Polar Duffles are nice (you can strap a skateboard to them with the understraps)

And the money is no option choice

I actually got two of these as well in different sizes. So does almost everyone I know.
When it comes to functionality/comfort/value, the Northface Duffel is hard to beat and I find myself picking that one instead quite often over the fancier option posted above.
But it’s a pretty sporty look so it can feel a bit out of place if your style is generally a bit more business.

Thanks!

Nice choices. For those expensive ones like KillSpencer and J.W. Hulme, I guess there is a market for “men’s” weekend bags like “women’s” purses.

Went with a company called Fagou. They planted a tree with my purchase, so I got that going for me.

French company and I am not certain because I have seen a couple of translations, it is either wool or a cotton to appear like wool. Really doesn’t matter though.

That’s a handsome choice!

That bag looks nice Ian, let us know what the build quality is like when you get it. I’m not usually a huge fan of crowdfunding projects, but my friend worked on this duffel: The Pakt One: The Only Travel Bag You’ll Ever Want | Indiegogo

Hi,

Just finished up a project very similar to this. Designing a minimal weekender bag for discerning travelers. Military inspired with modern lifestyle features. We are working on a small limited production run that will be available in the next few months. More details on the site.


This bag looks pretty great if you got some spare cash…

https://sdrtraveller.com/products/d3-traveller?variant=17489063107

There’s also a version meant to carry $1M in cash with RF shielding.

https://sdrtraveller.com/products/1m-hauly-heist?variant=43001521806

I’ve got a pretty basic Tumi duffel in Ballistic Nylon I use for weekend type activities. When flying though I stick with a carryon size Aluminum Rimowa Topas.

R

This one would have some pretty serious street cred…