My ALL TIME Favourite Small Backpack (2024)

I've been searching for the perfect small backpack that can be my lightweight day pack and a capable short trip travel pack, and having tested the Bellroy 20L Venture Ready Pack I can't think of a better choice. Bellroy 20L Venture Ready Pack
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Products Featured in the Video:

Bellroy 20L Venture Ready Pack
Bellroy Lite Pouch Duo
Bellroy Venture Pouch
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LARQ Bottle PureVis 2:
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DJI Osmo Pocket 3 Video Camera:
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Contents of this video to help you navigate:

00:00 - Bellroy Venture Ready Pack 20L Intro
00:57 - Different uses
01:38 - Short overseas trips and small cabin baggage
03:35 - Material and zips
04:22 - Attachment point and water bottle pocket
05:30 - Concealed valuables pocket
06:02 - Carry handle
06:31 - Back panel and harness
07:34 - Top compartment
08:49 - Main compartment
09:37 - Internal pockets
10:16 - Laptop pocket
12:03 - Internal side pocket
12:43 - Packing the main compartment
14:44 - Conclusion and price

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