BEST small EDC backpack: Alpaka Metro 12L & ULTIMATE modular HUB system

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Get it here Alpalka Metro & HUB collabs.shop/9a3wku (discount code in description). And Louise if you're reading this, thanks for helping me film 😉

[@Sandilini]

This is my work bag. I work from home full time, but will work at a coffee shop once a week. It perfectly holds my travel work setup and fits well. I’m 5’4” so I know exactly what you mean about big bags.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

This'll definitely be my café work day bags too :)

[@JK-xz1lt]

I like your style. The video is informative and not majorly opinionated to sell. Good editing. I'm always on the look for a good work bag.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Thanks appreciate it :)

[@JamieSofianos]

I am super stoked to discover your channel, i do get a kick out of watching edc reviews even if i have noooo intention of buying anything and i think yours might just be one of the best I’ve found. Entertaining, informative and it helps that you’re not “some math teacher looking dude” who are all super cool but variety is the spice of life.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

LOL it has come to my attention that I am in a lot of niches where it's mainly white dudes, math teacher looking dudes haha so I'm glad to add a little spice and diversity :) I have another list video coming up (camping, picnic), you may find entertaining - I also have a whole EDC list video I just released recently

[@mannykhan7752]

A very detailed review. Every other review I saw just mentions that "it will fit a 14'' laptop" but nobody actually specifies what kind of laptop they are using. Since this bag is small, fitting dimensions are important.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@mannykhan7752 I am clearly not every other reviewer 😉 thanks for checking it out! If you get it, consider the affiliate links, helps a ton for small creators like myself and come back and share your experience!

[@kaci0098]

Amazing reviews with incredible insights and detailed information! And it's always super nice to see a girl doing bag reviews!

[@jagen304]

i preordered this backpack. only down side is no outside water bottle spot. i also been using the badge system, you said its large, its not when it stays on my belt. great setup, can't wait for v2

[@tidbit19]

Super helpful and thorough review!

[@GoetheCronshaw]

Combining elegance and luxury kislux

[@DtlaDaisy]

Great review thanks!! In 5'2" and know exactly what you mean about the "i feel like a little kid w this big ass back pack" vibe

[@Mitsukiiii.Kogaaa]

This vid is one of the many reviews I watched about this bag and I'm thankful for the amount of info and showcase! Just bought mine as well. It's my work backpack. I'm into pouches inside my bag for organization and agree that it's enough for the daily essentials. Also, it's perfect for my size (I'm around ~5ft girlie😢) I don't look like a turtle or smthing lol Looking into the hub system as well. I hate grabbing my ID in the exterior compartment.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

The turtle comment 🐢 lol I relate! I have a few extra inches over you and it helps but still not enough that a lot of bags make me look like a lost child

[@mugatu2601]

Really like this bag as I only bring a few items to the office. However, my current laptop is 36cmx24cm. Will it still be able to fit in the laptop sleeve?

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

the 36cm may be just a tad too tight as the bag starts the curve at the end, I haven't reviewed it yet but they're sending me a bag, this would do the trick, the FAQ confirms it bit.ly/3Bc9inU

[@heretoday7x]

More edc content please! 😊 If you're into it

[@toddcastaldi6536]

Great review, thank you! You’ve got a new subscriber!

[@richardballena6019]

hi! do you think a 15 inch macbook air could fit in this backpack?

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

I just checked for you and it should fit just fine! there is extra room, it may be a bit "looser" in the laptop compartment even because it's thinner. If you do get it, please consider my affiliate link for purchase and please come back and share your experience! Thanks!

[@richardballena6019]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee THANK YOU!!

[@comounaverdura]

I found an edc bolt action pen on ebay for $20 US all metal. It should last 100 years. I agree always say a pen with you. It would go nice with the backpack.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@comounaverdura I've almost pulled the trigger on one a few times. A company wanted to send me their bolt EDC pen

[@comounaverdura]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee I thought $20 was a good price for the pen. No more plastic pens to dispose of.

[@amm5876]

Great review. I have the hub system and lost the card holder. Had it on the clip and on my waistband, arrived home and realized my card case was gone. I was left with just the clip on my pants😢

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

no way, must've have been super unlucky and the tab got caught because I have TRIED many times to unhook it in tests and IRL and leave the card holder on even though I rarely use it as I use the bag for more things than office runs. Thought about using the clip on my pants when I get to the office but that clip is just too big and bulky I rather just throw it in my pocket

[@the1kidcouple210]

Thats a great little bag - not too big or too small

[@SamanthaPangkey]

got this bag too. it's not perfect but it's the best so far for minimal EDC.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

What did you like or dislike? What other bags did you compare it to before getting this one?

[@JonOnTheGo]

Great review. Thank you. I'm considering the Elements Pro, but I don't think I need that much space for everyday carry. I like how you jammed it full to show the potential. Keep up the good work.

[@keyqui05]

Have been thinking of getting a new backpack, this looks like a solid one 😎

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

if you get it, come back and share your experience! you thinking of getting the HUB too?

[@TheGoodTheBadTheRowdy]

Aye ya, I am too early! Haha!

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

haha it's coming :)

[@ttg808]

Great review! Thank you

[@mfinresearch6462]

Great Review. I've been looking at a small 15L or less bag instead of my large sling for days when I just take the iPad. I'm a big fan of the hub system, but you are right, the clip is on the larger side.

[@javiermarrufo3539]

Cool. I have the Aer X-Pack Tech at 14L. I am a minimalist and sometimes want to just bring my laptop. This video was more detailed than most I have seen. Been on the fence with this one and now I am not. Thanks.

[@kemistrypops]

I carry the same for work in the office. This looks like the bag for me. My current bag is an Aer lunar pack 20l and it's toooo big for what I carry everyday

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

ya same for my Bellroy transit workpack, I actually don't go into an office anymore but I am constantly rotating between my Bellroy backpack and this one for different uses, they just work so well and look sleek

[@DPT2Go]

Hey Jess! Thank you so much and super helpful! Do you think it could hold a 14’ MBP and a 13” iPad Pro? Thank you so much!🎉 🎒🤙

[@DPT2Go]

Just ordered with your code 👩🏻‍💻 Thank you 🙌

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@DPT2Go I didn't have time to check for this for you, I think it'll fit though given there is wiggle room, please come back and share your experience :)

[@TonyGilzene]

A Great review so clear easy to take on board loved it 🙏🙏

[@Dtestor]

Great review! It actually convinced me to buy it but unfortunately even with the extra discount, the price still comes out higher on their website vs Amazon. But show them this comment!

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

that's good to know, I can include an amazon link

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

if you haven't bought it yet, here's the link amzn.to/4feNwiV

[@RootRoot-dp2em]

Apalka ?.. Maybe Alpaka ?. Check you spelling please.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

ya I had fixed it but somehow it went back to being mispelt, ugh, thanks, it should be fixed now

[@andreasw5925]

Really good review. I like it and it’s a nice alternative to able carry 13. I like the Alpaka even more

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@andreasw5925 why do you like it more? It's really sleek I love its size. I alternate between it and Bellroy transit all the time

[@andreasw5925]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee It has a much better price than the able carry 13, looks more business and less "sporty" and also has the "quick access" zipper at the back, like the able carry 13. But for now, I have my new backpack already. I will definitely keep Alpaka on my list of backpacks to check if I still want another size in the future. If I had found this video before, I would potentially now own the metro... I was about to buy the Able Carry 13 in X-Pac a few weeks ago, to have a small day pack. I just wanted something small if ever i go to office (also work remotely) or if I go just somewhere else and need just some basics for me or the dog (water, some food etc). ~13 Liter just felt right for that. Also I wanted it small because it looks silly to bring a big backpack for those few things, and you always look like traveling ;) Able Carry is difficult to get in Europe. There is a shop that asks 209€ (~230USD) for it. Furthermore, the 13l was quite the lower limit (like you said, headset maybe small BT keyboard and food, and it is hitting the limit hard already) so I saw they also have the able carry daily 20 Liter for 160€ (~175 USD) but no x-pac After some research, I found the Wexley Stem 17L which is between the Able carry 20L and the 13L, it was made of x-pax x42 AND was available in France for 130 USD. People go crazy because they call it a clone, but I like it, the quality is nice. It checked all boxes and if comfortably fits everything I need for office. Still a liiiiitle bit too big for the daily basics, but for now, I am good. BTW when following your link: the Elements Tech Brief Pro looks ALMOST perfect (as you said, there is no "perfect bag") for my needs if it's just for the office (just no space for a water bottle?)

[@e3vL1]

Screws damage the walls more than double sided tape. If you plan to remove it, you can get rid of residue with alcohol hand sanitizer

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@e3vL1 have had issues with all old 3m command tape I want to remove and it's double sided and a mess. It does not off

[@e3vL1]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee to remove item from the wall simply use a hair dryer to soften the adhesive then use a scraping tool

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@e3vL1 trust me. I've tried it all. It's happened a few times with old 3m tape. Not when a straight razor blade can get it off cleanly I had to sand and then repaint

[@hervelebaba7142]

Je l’ai acheté récemment et il est très bien pour le travail maison si on est en télétravail ! De plus à mon travail il rembourse jusqu’à 50 euros pour ça et vu que je l’ai payé 106 eur avec les frais de port en France il m’a coûté que 56 euros au final, donc une bonne affaire et Merci de cette vidéo complète et bien argumentée 😊

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Super! Il y avait le code pour 15% de rabais aussi dans mon description donc ça aura coûté encore moins! Tu pourrais nous donner des nouvelles par rapport à ton expérience avec le sac

[@hervelebaba7142]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee oui dommage que j’ai vu cette vidéo après coup… snif les 15% bon c’est comme ça, oui j’attends un peu et je ferai un retour… personnellement je prendrai une gourde carré de la marque memobottle à bientôt merci

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@hervelebaba7142 ouais c'est ça que j'ai recommendé aussi dans mon vidéo de Alpaka bravo sling! Voici le lien si jamais tu l'achètes! amzn.to/4aaJUL2

[@4fawksake707]

i hope they have an Xpac version of this bag

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

you can ask them! though I love the material of this, it's very premium

[@nasterisk2]

I like the way she says "bag"

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

wait how am I saying it different?

[@Youknowthebo]

Great review

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

I knew I recognized that name, I've watched a lot of your videos and reviews! Thanks Bo :)

[@Youknowthebo]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee oh wow. Happy to hear that you watched some of my content

[@errydm]

You might wanna correct the name of the brand in the title.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

thanks!

[@errydm]

@@GadgetsGearCoffee It's Alpaka. 😉

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@errydm ya, I know. You know when you get to a point where you read or write a word so much it looks odd? I was at that point lol. I think I said it right in my video

[@E-MountainBikerBae]

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[@NouvelEmpire]

so tomboy-esque