My Minimal Travel Backpack Setup

[@HelloDavid]

Am I missing anything important from my bag? What's your one must have travel item?

[@Meraadj]

Great video David! I always carry these as well: - bandana or sarong: multipurprose little towel - Remarkable paper tablet: for making notes, reading, doodling - carabiner/opener/key chain holder - some inspirational or philisophical book to read daily Btw if you could get some other travel bag, what would you get?! I have the Invisible Carry-On, haven't tested it though yet.

[@backslashio]

Pocket sized Lonely Planet japanese phrase book. Came in incredibly handy for everything including stuff like "can I have a bag please?"

[@I3uzzzzzz]

weed

[@stefanzlatanovic7521]

I gotta say my must have for a trip is all the clothes that I am not going to wear. Just kidding, great job, we want more videos. :D

[@MartinPersaud79]

Some gaffer tape or duct tape. Take an old credit card/store card etc and wrap the tape around the long side. It's invaluable. Also, if you plan on using the bullet trains, make sure you get the tourist pass in advance. You can't buy it in Japan but it makes travel a lot cheaper and a lot faster. Don't be like me and have to take the bus! Although the inter-city buses are like first class planes...

I am impressed. A youtuber that doesen't take the whole studio to his trip. It is always so silly when you see youtubers travel bag for a few days and they take 2 cameras, 2 laptops, 3 headphones, 2 smartphones, 2 mices and 1 keyboard, 3 powerbanks etc on their trip.

[@howchess7631]

2 mice or 2 computer mouses

[@PabloTheOne]

I love the idea about overs for clothes. Everything is in order.

[@ImranShamsul]

Cabin Zero is about 500-700 grams. A larger dual compartment packing cube with clean/dirty sides will save you more space and keep all the clothes in one place. Happy travels!

[@morgan6563]

Having been to Japan, backpack travel is definitely the way to go! There are many flights of stairs without elevators, and subways/bullet trains are more convenient when you just have a backpack that you can put on your lap if needed.

[@HelloDavid]

Yeah. I'm definitely a lot more mobile with just a backpack. So many stairs here. And a smallish backpack fits perfectly in the cheap/small lockers in Japan.

[@Wsadef]

Bought AER backpack after watching this video. At first wanted to return bag, because it cost me £200, but now I think it was really great purchase. From the material, design and build it looks like it's going to last me ages. Also, design is really good, everything is organised and accessible.

[@callmekite]

Your honesty is refreshing, thank you

[@kirubashankar7249]

WOW !! Its the perfect minimali backpack i have ever seen!

[@Youknowthebo]

Thanks for this cool video. As a bag reviewer I always like to see how other people pack their backpacks. Especially since the AER Travel Pack has been one of my favorite bags.

[@TheSpiritOfTheWest]

Bo Ismono Bo! Fancy seeing you here, haha I meant to ask (or search your channel) if you did any reviews on professional bags. I’m entering the working world and I have to graduate from my maxpedition Gryfalcon black, to something sleek, and preferably black leather. The kind of backpack a boring high ranking executive will use, or a lawyer in a suit. Your name is the fame of the backpack game so if there’s anyone’s review I trust, it’s gonna be yours. And David’s.

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks Bo!

[@myhomeaudio8751]

"you know what to do and i will see you in the next video". Nice to hear at the end of the video always.

[@SectionHikingTheAT]

Nicely done. As a backpacker, I would tell you to loose the compartmented clothing sacks- they only add weight and reduce space. The poncho seems like a good idea, but be prepared for wet sleeves- try an ultralight rain jacket instead; it can offer protection from the rain and wind. For two weeks, I’ll bet you could reduce your personal hygiene bag to something even smaller. Great video!!!

[@grahamerwhamer]

Big fan of everything here. Organization, yes

[@ktsb1563]

I got those Bose ear buds a couple years ago for Christmas, and used them almost everyday for studying at school/the library for about 2 years. Now that I'm not in school, they're reserved for air travel because I don't feel comfortable listening to noise cancel headphones when I'm on a bus/train or walking around; gotta have spacial awareness. Mine are going strong; my brother's one the other hand, are starting to fall apart, but he's been using them on his daily commute.

[@breadman1995]

your voice is almost asmr

[@blazbohinc4964]

I have this feeling you said almost just because you'd have to add "no homo" if you said asmr straight away.

[@tamasdeak1938]

My new favourite channel!

[@AnnieGill7]

Thoughtful video. Well presented! You are a superb packer!!

[@grahamerwhamer]

Preparation. Simplicity. Yes

[@Spike.SpiegeI]

Awesome setup. I also have that Eddie Bauer bag and have used it during many trips!! It makes a great "day travel bag" when you don't need to carry much. It's held up well for me considering it cost less than $20.

[@denzelr.215]

Always enjoy seeing your backpack setups. Enjoy your trip!

[@rebeccaw9656]

Thank you for demonstrating packing for weight, which is important for many carriers overseas. Nice video!

[@MageThief]

This is exactly what I have been looking for, thank you David! (and as always, awesome video) I travel to Japan every year (lived there for a few year as well) and I have downsized the stuff I bring with me each time but I still think I have to much stuff in the bag. So going for a carry on backpack have been on my mind for a while now but never find any good information about it, not like your video right here David.

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks! Yeah it's always tough to downsize

[@edwardkenway6467]

Very chill dude and chill video👍

[@katthestranger9754]

your voice is stunning. i started the video and instandly was stunned

[@OneCheapEric]

Have a great trip dude!

[@aleecpx]

I hit the thumbs up after u said "u know what to do" .. that s so cool dude :)

[@schmudge]

did Hawaii for 3 weeks that way. Entering customs did raise an eyebrow though. but it's so worth it when you beat the rest of the passengers by 20 minutes out the door.

[@EarlyMist]

Awesome compact setup. Only thing missing in the clothes dept. Is a true waterproof jacket. No reason why not to carry one. I like the Ikea organisers and your clothes folding method. I saw a book about storing clothes like that once...something to do with Feng Shui. To me it just saves a ton of space and makes it easier to find things like they were in a mini wardrobe. I guess since you are travelling by air a folding or fixed blade knife is out of the question but if you hike as well it's essential. Maybe pick a legal one up in your destination country. Otherwise there are some good TSA safe multitool options out there without blades that are super super useful. Thanks for the vid 🖖

[@mrsmayhems]

Holy David you hit right on the money of what I wanna watch

[@HelloDavid]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BarronFujimoto]

Great video! I travel with a 30L backpack as well (Osprey Porter) and pack much like you do for a 2-week trip. I have a packable backpack too, but found myself just using a plain shopping bag during the day to carry my phone, camera, powerbank, small umbrella On my last trip, I bought a tote bag at a museum and used that a lot, especially for stuff I'd need on the plane so I didn't have to go to the overhead just to get the kindle.

[@jacobloera4678]

Minimal carry on travel is amazing

[@nuvoclassic]

After watching dozens of packing videos, your was excellent and refreshing!

[@PuriandSue]

We had problems trying to pack our backpack to Japan during winter as the jackets take up lots of space. Really informative video, thanks for sharing!

[@PuriandSue]

Thanks for the tips!

[@ellenanthony8017]

If your pack has too many straps, pockets, zippers, etc, just cut them off. I cut the pockets off my hip belt, and shortened the hip straps to just enough, took the extra pull-tabs off the zippers. This lightened it up a few ounces. Also, I weighed all my clothes and took the lighter ones - a 3 oz shirt instead of a 4.2 oz shirt. It adds up! And then I sewed another water-bottle pocket on.

[@lordofgraphite]

Awesome, got me excited for my trip to Japan, soooooon

[@backslashio]

I used my Nomatic Kickstarter Travel bag + a 20L Pacsafe backpack for Japan last year for 2 weeks. Worked okay except when I bought too much and had bulky clothes that I didn't use! Sucked not having a rolling suitcase either when all the lockers at the train stations were full. I survived but was sweatier than I would've been with a typical suitcase. Only works if you're travelling super light and not carrying a DSLR either I also regret not taking my 18-55mm from Tokyo to Kyoto/Osaka and only using my 50mm. Great for closeups, horrible for every single temple even when I'm 100m away :(

[@HelloDavid]

lol. sounds like you had the same challenges I'm worried about my self. Souvenirs, clothes, camera gear. Too much stuff to carry... lol

[@backslashio]

@@HelloDavid second hand Stores are your friend. When I ran out of space for things I found an old roller suitcase for 300 yen! (about $3) instead of buying a new suitcase for 4000 yen which was the cheapest I could find after many stores including tax free ones Also don't bring an umbrella like I did, there's cheap umbrellas to buy everywhere and my unit supplied one!

[@syn3rgyz]

@@HelloDavid if you want more room for souvenirs and don't want to bring an empty rolley suitcase check out the osprey farpoint 55. Usually when I go to other countries I would just ship the stuff I buy back. but shipping in Japan is VERY expensive. Every time i go to japan I try to bring an empty suitcase/bag of some sort.

[@NBTJacklyn]

Great video

I use the Bose plug for almost 3 years now, no problem on wear or malfunction.

[@willsang]

Next trip I'm definitely going to r/onebag it. Great vid and enjoy!

[@matcha2982]

Welcome to Japan! enjoy

[@bobjohnson6131]

dude same! going to japan for two weeks and trying to be as minimal as possible. Nice setup!

[@3ssential]

great video :) thanks for sharing alternative / cheaper items (headphones/ear buds) in a quick travel video. Definitely enjoyed you giving a brief review on quality of the backpack and storage bags/ compartments. One thing I would worry is that you are restricted to the amount of items you can shop for in Japan considering you want to carry light and still want everything to fit in your backpack. Have a safe and wonderful trip! hope you do a video of your trip :)

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks! Yeah. You're right no room for shopping with this setup. But I guess I could always just buy another bag for carry gift. Lol

[@smithydll]

Just came back from Japan. What you forgot to pack was empty space, and lots of it for souvenirs.

[@birdapp]

hope you have a great trip!

[@TinaTomato]

I remember when I went to Japan, clothes do not dry over night, it's very humid there, and many places do not have dryers. Not sure if there's anything you can bring to solve that problem, just a heads up :)

[@alexshinkus2694]

nice kit! i have mostly the same, but total ammount is less 5 kilos although i have a laptop. the case is that i use a notebook case with ataachable straps instead of a backpack, and a simple shoebag for a city tour or as an extra space in case of shopping.

[@HeroGates]

Amazing video! And have a awesome trip! Enjoy it.

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks!

[@bengood488]

i love the bag, the only thing missing from my cabin zero bag is the pocket at the bottom

[@strystyl]

Since you’re coming to japan you should be fine with what you have on you. The weather is pretty cold around now but I think you could layer and be okay.

[@mimizdani8194]

Hey David! I hope u have some time to read my comment. I am moving to Germany next year and I wanna change everything I can. Getting a new laptop(I asked for help on that) cuz my current is getting obselete, buying new cloths and leaving all the used stuff back home and u are the perfect guy to help me with that, ur taste is so good , I love how u chose ur clothes and pls tell me where can I get clothes like that . I just found it channel by accident and it's the most useful I ever found. Thank u so much

[@nic_ccc3366]

I'm going to Japan soon too but I don't think I can keep it this minimal. Great video as usual

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks! Yeah it's going to be tough especially if you want to buy souvenirs

[@TanukiParis]

you should look at tips of thruhikers for the weight, they have many tips to have the lightest bag as possible and after you can mix solutions for traditionnal light traveling

[@v1d300]

I would very much prefer to buy a sweater, windbreaker, slippers/slipons later at the trip location if required. Same with the small toiletries you just bought. If you are buying them here anyway, why not go there and buy them. Less to carry from here. Its one thing to stay prepared and carry whatever you required if you going to a rural place and other thing if you flying to a major country/town/city. Have a great trip!

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks! Eventually I'll get there. Not a total minimalist yet. But working my way towards there.

[@v1d300]

Oh don't get my wrong, I am not a great minimalist yet. Also I didn't mean to say you are carrying too much, I think for a 2 weeks trip you are already very minimalist. I just meant its my opinion that if there is something I think 'I might need it' I don't carry it if I know I can simply buy it there, same goes with generic stuff which I am buying for the trip. I will not buy it as I can buy there. My idea is I can dump them if I don't want to come back with them. Usually its hard to dump things if you brought them with you from home.

[@Offensive_Username]

"My idea is I can dump them if I don't want to come back with them." How wasteful.

[@rungxanh2901]

Useful, gonna help me a lot with my future trip pack setups

[@Masoniteable]

I guess the only big decision for me would be what footwear would cover all occassions over 2 weeks in another country. Am sure you could of slid some flip flops in the bag too but you'd have to really consider a good all round shoe.

[@spellerlittlewing]

Neat this how I travel when I go to China one bag plus am a extreme minimalist so I live this way all the time

[@CrashMaverick]

Used to travel with those Bose earbuds many many times a year. Used them every time and they never broke

[@andyt4598]

Could you do a follow up video where you review what you would have done differently?

[@salmanarif77]

good luck and enjoy your trip

[@thevichar]

Your video is beautifully shot and produced. Keep up the good work, I carry around Timbuk2 authority pack I am thinking about using as a traveling case also you’re video is giving me some ideas.

[@chaikahwai8668]

hey what a coincidence, im travelling to japan tomorrow and just finish packing myself

[@HelloDavid]

Have fun and Stay safe. Another typhoon in the area!

[@larrychou2402]

Good job. I would love to trip like this way.

[@parker62103]

Nice setup David!

[@davidm3743]

thanks

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks!

[@parker62103]

David M 😂

[@Joakimcomicscenter]

Good luck in Japan!

[@HelloDavid]

Thanks! Hope it doesn't rain too much with all the Typhoons. :)

[@cp4718]

Its been almost a year, have you done any one bag travel recently? Any upgrade on the bag?

[@donmikolo]

what brand is the compression sack?

[@khoonibilla]

thanks for putting a link to the items you have used, greatly appreciated

[@leandrocosta4283]

Good night, I follow your channel quite like it, I have a question, see if you can help me, I bought a Lumix DC-GH5. Which lens do I buy for vlog and photography?

[@JRBeckford]

Luv this! Great insight. I try to follow the same basics!

[@UKEDC]

Great review. Off for a weekend soon and will take your ideas on board. Off to Ikea in a bit 😄 peace out. Thanks

[@劉古歌]

Hello David, I like your review of this backpack. I keep thinking about the colour, black and grey both look awesome. I don't know what to choose. What's your recommendation?

[@FoodRavel]

Loved this bag. I have been looking for something like this.

[@Crus0e]

Loved this video. Now I want to leave for Japan too. I think having a non-waterproof jacket is a big thumb down. You should invest in something comfortable with a lot of pockets and which holds the rain. Other than that I would bring a hat and a sleeping mask even if it's generally already provided.

[@rogerz5625]

great video！Can you still manage under 7kg if going in winter?

[@KAI-pp8gp]

Konnichiwa Devid. I like your video. Welcome to Nihon! Please enjoy Japan.

[@tejasmarimuthu3654]

Hey Mr. Zhang, can you do a video on reviewing the aer work bag and maybe do another backpack video.

[@peadar-o]

You could’ve added an additional pair of shoes, even ‘lighter’ versions of Vans slip-ons or mocassins/ driving shoes. Alternating shoes helps combat shoe stink 😉

[@aln8702]

Do you still use your note sleeve wallet?

[@harshrajjadhav940]

Hey Zhang, what do you do for a living?

[@katherineli5973]

Hi, David, do you have any recommend velcro for tech stuff? Normal one has longer hook & loop would scratch things. Thanks.

[@Offensive_Username]

Why does your Ikea have the better looking packing cubes than mine?

[@orsonsadler]

props to you mate 🙇‍♂️ i went to japan at the same time and took 2 large suitcases, a carry on suitcase and a backpack 🤦‍♂️ needless to say, getting from the airport to my apartment on the train was not exactly fun, esp when i had to use the stairs 😣

[@andi]

Awesome setup! Which case did you use for your camera?

[@braneburne4409]

Nice Vid David, Thanks

[@RichardBuckerCodes]

I spent two days in a Marriott and when I returned to my room for the second night the hotel mgmt reclaimed my room because all I left in the room were my clothes... I had used the backpack to carry my computer to the office. What a mess.

[@Hotsaucedeluxe]

Ah a fellow Darn Tough fan.

[@dominikgasparic2930]

What's that camera insert? I really like it

[@TinaTomato]

This is a long shot but I'll try my luck :P. Do you do b-roll first then script or script first then b-roll? Such a great video!

[@HelloDavid]

Some times one way. Sometimes the other. I think for this video, I scripted first.

[@jtcrichton]

I went to Japan for a 1 week and my luggage is at least double of yours. LOL Gotta reassess my packing.

[@mikey.quirante]

Hey men, awesome content. 😁

[@LouisLuzuka]

This was so helpful *subbed* say hello to your new subscriber much love from Vancouver Canada 🇨🇦 enjoy japan!

[@YoopersIRL]

I laughed so hard when he said the wEigHt of the g7. I daily a g85 and my g7’s weight is like paper 😂

[@bpcreative1149]

Heyy hi..I am from India became a fan of your...voice the way u narrates the videos..bro👍👍 really became a fan of youuuuu😊👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏keep on going good luck

[@SimoRiccio]

Wow super useful! Hi from Italy 🇮🇹

[@xFlowRS]

David, what do you think about bags such as Lowepro Dashpoint AVC 2? Can you recommend an alternative?

[@sbtjlhw111]

David, are you wearing the Blocktech Parka from Uniqlo?

[@nelson1831]

Have you tried Sony MDR 1000XM3? I heard it has top of the line noise cancelling that also works well at cancelling airplane noise and the sound quality are top notch

[@HelloDavid]

I saw the reviews on that. They sound like they are awesome too but like my QC25s didn't want the extra size and weight. But if I had checked baggage I'd definitely try something like that.

[@koponyasdaniel]

Where did you get that bag for your camera?

[@blablablablabla9859]

What is the name of the phone u r using in the video.

[@nnbbn6660]

nice video!! i suggest buying there instead of bringing everything tho:) japan is a really nice place that you wont feel difficult to get things you need.

[@darkchocolate3490]

What about the winter's travel