The Marvelous Bellroy Minimal Travel Backpack

[@bellroy_official]

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood when you post a new Bellroy review, thanks Chase!

[@bryanmc9174]

watched like 10 different reviews and was on the fence, this review made pull the trigger.

[@bellroy_official]

@@bryanmc9174 happy to hear it, we hope that you are loving your new Bellroy!

[@visiblespectrum4231]

What about using this for college??

[@bellroy_official]

@@visiblespectrum4231 You can go right ahead. it's great for any adventure, whether in the field or the classroom.

[@fernandoleite6008]

The "tech pouch" inside the laptop compartment is such a genius idea! No more reaching to the end of the bag to get your laptop charger/dongles. All right there at the top. Hopefully more companies start implementing this and it becomes standard

[@vivilee7859]

Chase, thank you for making these reviews! I recently got a job that requires air travel once a week, so I decided to buy my first ever high quality bag. I decided on getting the Bellroy Transit and I'm blown away by how functional and comfortable it is! The bag feels heavy when I pick it up off the floor, but as soon as it's on my back, it feels light as a feather. I've never appreciated good ergonomics as much as when I tried out the bag earlier today. My old bag felt like a heavy boulder hanging off me, even without a heavy load.

[@imtyaz]

Was just googling yesterday for a review of this exact bag by you. Today one comes out! Thanks for the brilliant videos bud!

[@arguchik]

Can't wait to see your review of the new Belroy Transit Backpack Plus. I really want to see better pics and explanations of all the features and pockets on that bag. It might be my huckleberry.

[@arguchik]

(But what I *really* want is for Evergoods to make a 35 liter version of the CPL 24....)

[@kingofcartoons3762]

I'm a big fan of your videos, bruh. I can tell by the way you emote when describing stuff that we are bag brothers. Thank you bag brother. Keep it up.

[@notesandfragments]

“Sync my widgets” had me on the floor. Great video Chase. I’m a firm believer in the Bellroy products and have been using them for a few years now. Looking forward to your Pakt Travel Bag launch as well. All the best.

[@fmhwdt]

look at him hugging the backpack some how make me feel happy. like, I am happy the backpack got to be recognized and be appriciated, and Chase is happy cause he love the backpack. IDK I just feel that.

[@widinugroho5929]

No body can review bags as good as you.. All the good/bad things u explained very well. Also what i like is that u Also explained how we can use that bag so that we can get most from that bag. Thank you.

[@marukobichi]

I found your channel by chance and I love it. I like backpacks and everything related with traveling and everyday use. I commute a lot and travel every year to Japan .

[@granthancock1944]

Wow. Who know you could have a good time watching a bag review. Lovely work on your channel!

[@Christopher-today]

Hi Chase, an update for your subscribers on the Black Ember Fore you reviewed. 1. They have since added a water bottle holder that can be attached to the bag. The obvious reason they didn’t build one into the design in the first place is, it really makes the bag look funky and 2nd in Briefcase mode it completely throws off the balance. The balance issue isn’t an issue in backpack mode because the holder is centred at the top of the bag where a quick access pocket would be if the had one. You can see why it looks like on their site to get a better idea than I’m probably giving. The upside though is it’s now available if you need it like on long trips, etc but doesn’t mar the look the rest of the time. 2. I posted a question on your review video about the size of the laptop pocket but you must’ve missed it so I reached out to Black Ember and received the following details - the laptop pocket is 16” x 9” x 1.5” (Length x Width x Depth). I actually purchased a pre-sale version and I’m patiently waiting till January but it looks like the closest thing to my perfect bag (though I’d still love that top quick access pocket and I’m not a huge fan of the dangly bits but that pales in comparison to the rest of the bag). Cheers, Christopher

[@TechWest200]

You sir, are the Peter McKinnon of the travel genre. Love your videos!

[@rand-san2095]

Got this during Black Friday for $179, and it is worth every penny. I use it as a large daily carry back. My only complaint is that the side pockets are tight for regular round-shaped water bottles.

[@_krakra_]

Transit Plus is coming soon. “Teaser” pic already on their web page. Niiice.

[@jeffone]

The Transit Plus looks nice but for travel in Australia, where Bellroy is from, it is a check in piece. You would be challenged to add 10 more liters of volume and not exceed the 7kg weight limits. It would work nice in the US for domestic travel, however. Not sure if it will fit under the seat, but tossing it in the overhead would be quite a stylish way to travel. Great company! Great bag. Love my 28L version to death!

[@Brandon-0028]

Nice videography during the intro Chase! I like it much better than the trip to the beach. Beautiful bag. Someone mentioned it below, while many of us are trying our hand at minimizing, it sure makes it difficult when you keep showing us these sweet, sweet bags. Hello's from Portland!

[@joshandtolk]

I was looking for a new travel backpack. I was on the fence dropping the money for this, but your video sold me on it. Great review! Just pressed order. 👍

[@CJTakGaming]

Thanks @Chase. I am going to purchase this awesome bag. I love @Bellroy

[@chozen_juan]

Just a heads up, these recycled material bags love dust and pet hair. I sat it on the floor for less than a minute and every particle of dirt, dust, and hair gravitated to it like a magnet.

[@bondicraig37]

I’m back again, another great video, bought the brown buffalo 26L CB V3 after seeing your review ... very happy with it and the company.

[@nicolasf2675]

20mn video? Where's the other half? I want my business papers man.

[@cahyabuanaarief]

Bellroy's a wizard.. finally someone else says this!! I've been having the same thought myself. How else could you explain why your gear feels lighter when carried using their backpack?

[@aldogonzalez8433]

I’m at work just enjoying another awesome review, sipping on coffee and eating cookies. I miss the papers... business papers man

[@Roy-mx2bz]

Chase can you make a video of your personal favourite bags? Which ones do you go for when you travel?

[@jouwenlee7829]

Good design, quick access

[@Halbmond]

I love that you’re putting your Peak Design medium packing cube in there! That’s also my use case. But does it also fit when extended? I guess not?

[@Hermetic_]

10:53 This is important to a traveler like me: Does it fit under the seat in front of me? Wish you could buy a used airline seat, to do this test with all the bags you review.

[@chasereeves]

It does. Just traveled with it to Florida for a day and it fit perfectly under middle and window seats.

[@ad6449]

Adding a plane seat to the garage would only just delight us immensely. Let the additional fun begin!

[@Hermetic_]

@@chasereeves Awesome - thanks for the reply and great videos.

[@Hauuah]

Could you fit a quart sized liquids bag into one of those side pockets? Like a TSA liquid pouch?

[@ste9112]

As always, great video! Love the content. You inspired me to try to be more minimal with my edc bag so i swapped my noth face borealis classic (i can say awful bag after some years of use) for a piquadro explorer, that i love even if it is tiny and i need to learn how to use it the best way. So thanks chase!

[@retrovelcro]

Dig the editing Freeman did. It's more "produced" looking than what most of us Chase fans are used to, but you know... transformations.

[@QuieroCake]

I love this bag.. I just wish it would stand by itself like the yeti crossroads

[@ryanwooten3118]

Always stoked to see a new video from you, wish it was longer!

[@tspvc]

Long shot since it's an old video, but does the Bellroy Tech Kit fits on the pouch inside the laptop compartment? That would be perfect.

[@kyleharwell5299]

Great review-Belroy is killing it with these daily carry bags! P.S. When Chase starts talking about watching Predator on TV at the 18:45, it’s like he’s speaking to me directly, lol. I’ve said the same thing to people.

[@jamesbaron9167]

Another great one. I like your picks. So many more brands out there yet to get in touch for you.

[@hasnainkhundmiri3638]

Chase! What do you think of all vegan leather bags with organization ? You should check out the Atlas Supply Minimalist backpack!!

[@johnpedro268]

I’m trying to be a minimalist, but I keep buying new bags 🤦‍♂️

[@zeus01504]

This! Plus I never get my day job done looking at EDC/Minimalist/Chase vids.

[@chasereeves]

These are the questions!

[@rafaelperon]

Same here :D

[@FunWithBags]

Amen to that brother! Wait, are you talking about you or me right now? ;-)

[@SetzersAppliances]

I am with you there, I think I have enough bags for my own show..

[@thomasbalaoing7520]

right when you showed the Kathmandu bag, I went to the website and saw the 20L tote/backpack...... we would love be to see a "favorite totes that you'll totes love" video!!

[@ad6449]

Mr. Rogers to the rescue! Thanks Chase!

[@tuomaswuoti2459]

I have been planning to get the Aer Travel Pack 2 Small for my 2-4 day work trips. Now I saw this video and not so sure anymore... Which one you like more for a onebag that would also work as Bag to take to meetings/work during travel - This Bellroy or Aer travel pack 2 small ? What are the key differences?

[@_krakra_]

Tuomas Wuoti what did you pick in the end then?

[@spencerkaiser2534]

Could you do a "Brevite" backpack review? The roamer backpack specifically. Thanks so much! I love these videos and they're extremely in depth and funny at the same time

[@jakeliujakeliu]

Please do a best of 2019 backpack video for large, medium, light. Thank you for the review video it great 👍

[@SuburbanBBQ]

A 20 minute Chase video? WTF? I guess I'll have to rewatch it a few times to get my Chase fix.

[@ad6449]

Long form is always a calling card for deep radical human thoughts and ways of being. This is what we love Chase for.

[@Pantone268Plus]

I'm a simple man. I see Chase upload a video, I give it a like.

[@Manolo91rgez]

I just bought the Salzen Travelet. After watching some of your videos about travel backpacks I was looking for a stylish, minimal but functional backpack and came across this one. So maybe your subscribers would find a review of it useful.

[@benjee11]

Great review as always! I'm looking at this one as well as the Never Check backpack from Timbuk2, how do these compare?

[@yasarkaranar3009]

Reeves killers reviews 👌🏼would love an update on the newer plus version. I’m thinking of buying my first carry on bag, I like the sound of this one but... do I buy 28 or 38 - I usually travel 6 weeks at a time!

[@winstonmcse]

Chase what is your Patreon page?

[@chuiwyjustin]

Love that little skit there! :D

[@kimstine9339]

Is there a trolly strap?

[@drlehman73]

Bellroy Transit or Tom Bihn Synik?

[@gojunjie]

Is there any chance that you'll review the Life Behind Bars Peloton backpack?

[@JoshPRTX]

Is this too big to use on a trip to Europe as your bag to have in town?

[@maciejdorman3556]

Chase great review as usual & great jacket from Dark Seas, what size is it?

[@mikespadafora9077]

Is this too for just EDC?

[@PaulHo]

Dark Seas quilted shirt? I got the fleece button up!

[@WatchmanNiel]

Mmm, can you possibly entertain us photographers some more? :-) Is it waterproof and how well will the medium (or any other size) Peak Design camera cube fit? Not blown away by the new v2 Peak Design bags, only the 6l sling. Thanks for your reviews!

[@chasereeves]

What did you want to see more of in the Peak bags?

[@WatchmanNiel]

Chase Reeves For me the zippered version would have made a bigger statement if it had rear access, the shoulder straps should have been padded even more especially on the 30l, the waist belt should have been included, the internal side pockets are arguably a step backward, and some of the color ways seem a bit underwhelming, with the exception of the midnight blue. I like PD products a lot, but had higher expectations for the v2.

[@alpha3008]

Are you doing a review of the travel pack plus?

[@jasonmendez8128]

Chase! Good review man! Question: in terms of actual capacity, hours does this compare to the GR1 26L? And have you ever had the chance to get your hands on the GR2 26L Goruck made a while ago?

[@thebackforty939]

is this good enough for a month trip to the Philippines????

[@HerrPischinger]

Great review as always :D Have you ever looked into the mixed works falcon bagpack? Couldn't find videos about it :)

[@billdetamore625]

Compared to the Tom Bihn Synik 30?

[@KonradLaPrade]

Is there a space where you could get to your iPad Pro? I often need both my laptop and iPad Pro quickly when flying. As well as my noise cancelling headphones. This video has pushed my really close on this bag. Thank you!

[@chasereeves]

I put my iPad in the laptop compartment with the laptop.

[@jfnolin8832]

What is your thoughts for minimal travel I'm looking for an option for a bit smaller and lighter than my peakdesign... This bag or the Opposethis invisible carry on 2.0? Both seems great but the opposethis seem to be a bit better to organize your tech gear and your business papers (yeah...I have to bring those with me...) Synik 30 and Waterfield executive backpack seems also great but a bit heavy and pricy...

[@chasereeves]

Oh, that's a hard one. Both are favorites. Invisible has that nice tech panel. But this one has maybe some more capacity in the main compartment (which you'll need a pouch or two in to put your tech gear). Both completely capable. Slightly different in transit. Watch the vids and go with ur gut.

[@ArnauViaMartinezSeara]

Watching this this review again now, it looks as it has more internal room than the pakt backpack for clothing (officially it is bigger externally) even though it has less places for your dongles, what do you think?

[@bobbypitts]

dang like I keep opening new windows for all the amazing other things.. like thousands worth of things

[@FreemanLaFleur]

Right!? I bought a pair of Lems after watching this 🙃

[@bobbypitts]

Freeman LaFleur haha yes! The slim water bottle and pouches on pouches

[@chasereeves]

Freeman edited this video!

[@ryanwooten3118]

Would you choose this over the aer travel pack 2?

[@AdiDagar]

Hey Chase, great video as always! Do you think this bag would work well as an all purpose bag for the office, the gym and travel? Any other recommendations that would be able to do all three and still look professional? Kinda need something that does Aer Duffel Pack stuff without looking like an Aer Duffel Pack!

[@chasereeves]

Yea would work great for that

[@AdiDagar]

Chase Reeves Thanks dude!

[@nbalci1]

@chase can’t decide between black and blue. Any help?

[@_krakra_]

You did a different type of review this time and it is hard to decide st.north weekender vs this one. I prefer bad ass aesthetic of weekender but this one looks more structured. Any additional thoughts here Chase?

[@chasereeves]

The north really does have a badass aesthetic.

[@UrbanSombreroCollector]

Debating between getting a Wandrd Duo or a Peak Design Zip 20L. For EDC, thoughts?

[@chasereeves]

Lots to decide between on that! Comparison between those two and others coming soon.

[@GatorAidMedical]

Arc'teryx Brize review pleaseee

[@CEllN10]

Hey Chase - how would you stack this up against the Aer Travel Pack 2.0, or, for a closer size comparison, the Aer Travel Pack 2.0 Small?

[@chasereeves]

Obviously different looks. If you're drawn to the more tactical look, Aer is the way to go because it's also a great bag to use (lots of organization, durable, etc.). The front tech pocket in the Aer bags is organized well to have all those techy items organized in one panel. Both are favorites.

[@_krakra_]

Maybe this will help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4Omp6uXgcyHirM

[@cosmogrammar]

What do you think about this bag as a bigger daily carry bag? I've got the Classic Backpack Plus but I think it's a liiiiiiiiiittle small for me, I'm considering switching to the Evergoods CPL or Topo Core Pack.

[@chasereeves]

Core pack may be the way to go if you need more space. CPL is my fav but can be pretty tight. This would work great for a daily carry if you're good with just one big space in the main capacity.

[@venom5809]

It was at that moment I realized you are missing your calling being the new Mr. Rogers. You should audition or pitch that or something 🤔

[@raymondchin5146]

does anyone know what are the two blue bags on the right side of the video? Thanks

[@maysdogus]

The bottom one is a Tom Bihn Guide’s Pack.

[@MarkLarssen]

I appreciate Chase Wardman Reeves.

[@chris230230]

"Our bag is bigger than this, it's your 40L carry everything". Well, it was 30 L in the end, so pretty much the same size. I was so gutted about that. I need a 40L bag, so I can't really use the Pakt.

[@cabbycabby1770]

Damn, wish that existed before I bought the classic+ It just feels a liiiiitle small

[@chillbill23]

I’m torn between this and the regular classic, I don’t always take a lot of stuff with me but every now and then I take weekend trips so I’m really not sure if I should get this or the classic I need something I can carry everyday

[@MrHepcat34]

Love the intro!

[@diegomontoya8889]

Someone: I mean, you're not going to have two water bottles with you, like ever, right? Me: You've never been to Phoenix in, let's say May through September, have you? Someone: Heavens no! Me: Some of us have... Hence, two water bottles at all times.

[@briansullivan9110]

Do you think Bellroy would consider making a 30+L version of this bag?

[@bellroy_official]

keep your eyes on our site in 2020...we think you'll be pleased! 😉

[@_krakra_]

Bellroy : hopefully you will include lifetime warranty option when buying your stuff as well. ;)

[@bellroy_official]

@@_krakra_ we'll pass the feedback along, however the 3 years was decided upon as we feel that if something is going to go wrong then it will happen within those 3 years. We're also looking into a repair service for the Bag range, though this may not happen right away!

[@_krakra_]

Bellroy : for example zipper can always brake not only in a first 3 years period or what? ;)

[@muccaspaziale3100]

Nice hat

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

"it looks like I could live in a cabin" honestly I thought you did, but then I saw other videos where you see snippets of your house and I was so confused. Liesssss

[@chasereeves]

Sorcery.

[@cunninghamb505]

I dont see a luggage pass through ? thats a no buy for me

[@chasereeves]

No luggage pass through. Correct.

[@os-qt1hc]

I have never really understood what those are for. How is it useful to you? I always have my backpack on my back and there is never a single moment when I would want to put it on my suitcase. I mean, why would you voluntarily make your suitcase heavier when you can carry the weight on your back? Just wondering..

[@JK-241]

Bellroy Transit Backpack vs Synapse 25 vs Synik 30 vs Brown Buffalo Conceal 26L...... hrm

[@chasereeves]

Well, the Bellroy is the only on on that list that looks semi-professional. Brown Buffalo is burly and durable AF. Synapse/Synik tons of external access. All would last a long time. All are delights to travel with.

[@_krakra_]

Chase Reeves if you have to pick only one between Transit and North St. Weekender which would it be? I am more than positive both are great bags and great pick for minimal/hybrid travel ;)

[@robertpmech]

God Bless Chase Reeves

[@rafaelperon]

This might be the bag to defeat my Synapse 25. Let's see...

[@_krakra_]

Rafael Peron does it?

[@rafaelperon]

​@@_krakra_ It has a better looking and, for travel, suits better due to the laptop + dongles compartiment (maybe Synik is a better contender in this). But as front panel and pockets, misses a lot from Synapse versatility. I would stick to Synapse or Synik for a multi-purpose option, but Bellroy for travel focus.

[@Spazza42]

I don’t get Bellroy’s pricing scheme, it’s soo hot and miss. £215 for a “Minimalist” bag with one massive compartment for clothing is just overpriced. Their Tokyo bag and Duo Tote make even less sense, effectively the same bag but with a £100 price gap?!

[@i7msa]

'ohh a new bellroy backpack, lemme see' 3:00 *leaves video*

[@chasereeves]

U mad?

[@Northstar_004]

im getting the plus size

[@hikkix4]

Bellroy Transit 04

[@fuzzbol]

this guy is annoyingly hilarious....

[@MattReportPodcast]

You don't know me!

[@chasereeves]

Keep ur laws off my body.

[@suryas6429]

Too much dramatics in giving simple description, I must say.

[@bennyadvent]

Don't like the editing form so far. I really like seeing chase. I should see Chase in the first 5 second. At least make a good intro with Chase saying ''whats up you guys''. wtf.

[@chasereeves]

Just trying something new here. Thanks for the feedback!

[@bennyadvent]

Chase Reeves just read what i typed. Must have been very triggered. I really hate the way i typed it. I sound way too aggressive, i’m sorry brother. 🤐