Best feature ever. Bellroy Venture Ready Pack Backpack Review

[@brettperkins3852]

Thanks Bo great review as always. I got this bag in September for a trip to Vietnam and Cambodia for 8 weeks. I enjoyed using it as my carry on on flights and trains, I agree the quick access compartment at the top of the bag was very handy, I also liked the compartment on the side which is a bit hidden for passport etc. I was surprised how much it could hold and was comfortable to carry. I like the idea that it is a bit more rugged than Bellroys more urban bags, I used it to carry towels, sun cream drinks etc for a trip to the beach and it didn't feel like I was carrying my office bag. So far the only negatives are the water bottle holder/ tripod pocket takes space from inside the bag, I found the zippers a little stiff but overall very happy with it.

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for watching and sharing your experience with the bag ✌️😉

[@tomstock9546]

Hack: If you use a little bit of silicone paste or spray the zippers will operate smoother and last longer

[@jtes1442]

I would love a Bellroy camera backpack! Please Bellroy make it happen.

[@ev6377]

can you please test the water resistance of that bag? I've read some comments that it was bad in that area. Thanks!

[@jamesdonaldson7396]

I love Bellroy products, and I actually love that color, but I'm not a fan of this particular bag. While I generally agree on the utility of the quick access portion of the bag at the top, the lack of structure in the bag means using that only works well if you have the bag fairly packed out. That top part becomes heavy and floppy if there isn't enough packed out to create the shape and structure of the bag.

[@Youknowthebo]

I agree. That is a valid point. But I usually have the bag fully loaded with items for work or travel, so it wasn't much of an issue for me personally

[@JM2084]

I agree, had the same experience and sold the bag after a month. The floppy structure, top-heavy design, and slippery bottom made it very frustrating to try to prop the bag upright on a table or the ground to access the top-access compartment.

[@bkhleung]

Been a long-time fan, awesome video as alwasy

[@Youknowthebo]

Thank you very much. Appreciate the continued views ✌️

[@alfdjones]

It's quite similar with one of Dakine bag that I used. But the front pocket is much bigger here and make it interesting. Thanks for the review!

[@amm5876]

Thanks Bo for another great review. I love this bag and i love the colour. I am 5”2 and find this bag extremely comfortable. Love love love this quick access compartment

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for watching ✌️😊

[@Lance54689]

I agree that the quick access pocket is great, and from my standpoint the key is that it has its own volume. I love medium-sized pockets with their own volume, makes them much more useful. Now that I'm thinking it through, i'd put stretchy water bottle pockets in this category because when used they effectively create their own volume.

[@Ch0razin]

I love Bellroy's Bronze color, but I can understand how it is not everyone's cup of tea.

[@Youknowthebo]

ThBks for watching ✌️😊

[@William.N]

I like different colors in my bags but I don't want to stand out too much with an EDC bag. With my more active bags, I say the brighter the better just in case I need to be found for whatever reason.

[@Youknowthebo]

Yeah, I get that. I think with this color you would probably stand out a lot

[@trousermouse6240]

Great review! Quick question - what are your neckband earbuds?

[@Youknowthebo]

Thank you very much. Those are beyerdynamik Blue Byrd Anc.

[@br3nd4n]

Off topic... What are those awesome pants? And, where can I get some?

[@Youknowthebo]

I just bought them on sale at h&m 😅 nothing special tbh

[@fe0g]

How's the fabric in rain? I the first version water completely soaks through

[@NinaSusanneOfenloch]

Grüße in die schönste Stadt der Welt :-) Good review. I just ordered the bag to use as m carry-on for a trip to Norway. Luckily I don't have to worry about getting the electronics out at security, since Fraport already has the new scanners where you won't have to unpack your bag, which is super. Your fav feature is actually what also sold me on this bag, the top quick access compartment looks just perfect, I can't wait to try out the bag.

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for watching. That new scanner sounds really convenient. Hopefully more airports have that scanner in the future. Schönen Gruß zurück ✌️😊

[@meloncolic]

How did you find the shoulder strap slippage I have 3 bellroy backpacks and the straps always need readjustment?

[@Youknowthebo]

Do you mean slippage in terms of sliding of your shoulders or in terms of their length adjustment?

[@meloncolic]

Length adjustment

[@Feemy]

On the Bellroy website, it says that there is a "Previous Edition" of this backpack in Black and Nightsky colour options. What the difference between the Previous Edition and this new Bronze one?

[@kris6994]

This in video is previous edition, new one has just luggage pass through

[@jim_bocho]

I really like what Bellroy did with the whole Venture line, and this one is no exception. I do prefer roll-tops in this size, but seems to be very well though out in general. I agree with your view on quick access. My Wndrd Prvke only has this small one up top and a big shallow one in the front with no separation. They fixed the latter with some organisation on the newer models, but I prefer Bellroy's approach. Regarding color besides black: I'd accept a very dark grey 😉

[@newagain9964]

For well over $200 this bag and line is not thought out enough.

[@normang663]

Hey Bo, How do you compare this with the daybreaker 2? Thanks!

[@e3vL1]

I have owned this bag for over a month. The only negative I have is that the water bottle holder is way too tight

[@nizamialickolli8603]

Great review keep it going, waiting New release Adventure ready back pack 20lt in May

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for watching ✌️😉

[@NgKhTh]

I like the design and style of the Bellroy Venture Ready Pack, but for me your review shows me more cons in the longterms. Materials and straps looks floppy. I think Bellroy should use Cordura Nylon than their own special nylon fabrics. In the end I don't need that pack because I already have something similar, the Tasmanian Tiger Modular Pack 30. Quite big for 30l pack, heavy and not really urban focused but at least the pack has some structure. Otherwise I trust in Heimplanet ;)

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for commenting and watching. Heimplanet is definitely a great choice

[@newagain9964]

Agreed. For close to $300 for 26l and 20l lacking to much thought and quality. If they were half the price would be a A+ bags.

[@Brian_Lau]

I heard the exterior material marks up easily 🤷‍♂️

[@linedwell]

A lot of people seem to rave and rave about Bellroy. It's nice to see some balance and to point out the not so perfect features. Tbf, i'm wary of any reviewer that's too positive... Or too negative.. 🤣

[@jonuiuc]

The "brain" is typically the most useful part of any top loading bag.

[@erichanson5628]

Thank You Bo!

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for watching, Eric ✌️😉

[@GurlWhytedaug]

Burnt orange

[@thatchanguy]

Sorry, I don’t do Bellroy due to stingy policy and weak customer service.

[@IanFollett]

If I could post memes here I would post the "leave Britney alone" meme but with fid locks.

[@Youknowthebo]

😂😂😂😂