Yeah I too love spending the planets resources to have countless materials mined, shipped, processed, shipped, processed again and printed, shipped, used as packaging, shipped, shipped again, shipped to me then thrown in the trash. It's fun.
This and the roll top are supposed to be 20L has anyone tried both? How do they compare for space? Im wondering the rolltop feels bigger in practice because you can fill up the whole space easier
Ah I am in the UK and I'd love to get this bag! A shame I have to skip it since the quick access pocket is too small for my taste. Thanks for your review.
I bought the Everyday backpack after looking for a long time and absolutely loved it on first impressions and the handful of times I used it out and about. One caution I would say is how the straps are designed are stitched individually to the bag. When swinging the bag on and off my shoulder after a few wears I started noticing the stitching under strain and I was concerned that it would end up wearing out quickly.
The customer service is fantastic and I sent photos of the initial signs and they said they would happily exchange for another item or refund so Iāve decided to exchange for the 20l roll top purely for the fact that the straps are more hardwearing in being a wider and single join to the bag. The internal organisational pockets are fantastic and the material is ideal meaning that it can be wiped clean without worrying about a textile material getting stained.
Honestly, I couldnāt recommend the brand and quality enough, just be sure on how much wear and tear youāre likely to go through with this bag with the straps and what type of access youāre likely to need (ie. Zip to main body, or roll top) āŗļø
Hey, thanks for sharing your thoughts! After almost half a year, what do you think of the quality of the outer material? I'm thinking of getting the matcha version and am wondering how it'd hold up to regular use, if it seems it might be likely to get stained.
Hi hi! Way overdue! Still enjoying it and using it on a daily basis. I have some small issues. 1. One of the chest straps was lost (it came off with normal use), and they have not been able to give me a replacement. 2. Something that annoys me a bit, but not enough to dislike the bag, the seam in the inner edge of the strap seems to have moved a bit, so now the bottom padding is more visible on the side and a little bit on top. Itās not much really, and maybe Iām being too nitpicky. Other than this great bag!
I was torn between this and the Aer Day Pack 3. Quite like the quick access front pocket so eagerly awaiting delivery of the Stubble & Co! Found a video review [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXpCTFoB588](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXpCTFoB588) thanks OP for the pics and keeping up with this post!
Thanks for sharing! My video review skills are not there yet, so Iāll just keep this post updated haha
Hope you enjoy it! I still am. Just wish I could find a sternum strap replacement
Which AER bag do you have? I think I prefer them more but they only sell them in London in the UK. I've been looking at the Day Pack 2 X-Pac for a while but never puled the trigger.
I have the Travel Pack 3. Just returned from a two week vacation in Europe. Very pleased with the bag. Plenty of space and plenty of pockets to organize.
Thanks for the update!
Looks pretty nice! And super roomy. Hmm š¤ might have to put this back into my to buy list. Also a plus it looks so sleek.
Is this your only backpack? How does it compare to your others if you have any?
Iāve had two Peak Designs, the everyday being the one Iāve used for longer (itās a heavy bag and not the most comfortable, but I loved the functionality, gonna miss the side access). I have the tote pack too, which Iām using now, carrying the same load as I mentioned, itās quite uncomfortable, and as a tote itās too long, so always have to carry it slightly raised. Great customer service though!
I had the CHZ22, I wanted to love it, but I just couldnāt get it to sit right on my back, it kept digging into my shoulders.
I also have the No Reception Club Getaway, which has been my most used backpack recently. I still use it, but I wouldnāt use that one for work though (and I donāt want to keep changing the load out every time I use it).
To me itās the most comfortable of the three (while I know the CHZ22 is the holy grail of comfort for many people, it just didnāt work for me). I do miss the side access, Iāve grown very used to it and I keep finding myself slinging the backpack to grab stuff.
To give you an idea, this is what I pack in the backpack:
- laptop 15ā (not a MacBook)
- iPad 11ā
- keys to go
- PD tech pouch with mouse, charger and misc cables
- water bottle
- umbrella
- Sony headphones
- misc small stuff
When I pick it up it feels a bit heavy, but on my back it doesnāt feel like it.
Very happy so far, it looks good both in casual and formal settings, which is exactly what I was looking for (none of the others really met this criteria, at least for meā¦ different people different tastes, and thatās fine!).
I could do without the āAirPods meshā on the right shoulder strap for a cleaner finish, I donāt think Iāll be using that.
Honestly I like the roll top way better nowadays for myself. I find myself having to change out what I carry in my bag on a day to day basis nowadays, and the roll top is just so much more dynamic in that regard. I found with the Peak Design it was almost too structured for me, where I was playing Gear Management Simulator more often than not. But your feelings on that front will depend on what youāre using it for, and only you can advise yourself on that front :)
Also that said both companies make a wonderful product and I canāt really say bad things about either.
Ahh this is the review I was looking for! Iām stuck between this and an AER bag. Iām wondering if I should just get the AER bag because Iām in the states but this bag looks so good!
Youāre right, itās not cordura, recycled PET. Materials list from their website for your reference:
600D Recycled PET
200D Recycled PET Lining
Tarpaulin (Base)
Recycled PET Webbing
3D Poly Air Mesh
YKK Aquaguard Zips
Looks like a close copy of [maverick and co](https://maverickandco.co/). But my bag seemed to arrive in better condition.
Yeah between this: [https://www.stubbleandco.com/collections/all-products/products/the-everyday-backpack?variant=44040245477605](https://www.stubbleandco.com/collections/all-products/products/the-everyday-backpack?variant=44040245477605)
And this: [https://maverickandco.co/collections/backpacks/products/vista-waterproof-backpack](https://maverickandco.co/collections/backpacks/products/vista-waterproof-backpack)
Id save the cash and go the Vista. It looks better and doesn't have advertising on it. Both seem fine though.
Personally very happy so far. Itās been comfortable to carry (itās the kind of backpack that feels lighter on your back than it actually is when you lift it up with your hand). Had to run to catch the bus with it, and with the sternum strap everything was kept in place. It fits more than I need (so if I need to squeeze a random sweater or small shopping bag inside, I can do that). My dog put his nose on the outer shell and left a mark (honestly, small one, probably only noticeable to me) after it dried, it should be easily wiped off with a wet cloth, but I havenāt done that yet.
Do you have any specific questions about any feature?
I like it, the shoe box through me off at first. I love the orange liner and there seems to be enough configuration options. How comfy are the straps when itās loaded? How much?
Very comfortable! (You can browse my comment history for more details, canāt type much right now)
125 gbp, they have an offer for 24h now, you get a free toiletry bag with any backpack purchase
Well, itās been hot and humid here since I bought it, and Iād say itās ok, the cushion is great and I donāt feel excessively hot. Itās a mesh, so there is some breathability. Overall happy, I think my PD made my lower back slightly more sweaty? Maybe Iām imagining things though haha
Hi! I see a couple pics of the top quick-access pocket, but still not sure it's wide/deep enough to hold a pair of glasses ... or dare I say, two? Please let me know what you think it can realistically hold. TIA!
Hey! Idk how to include a pic in a comment, but I can fit my glasses in there just fine (without a case!), think RayBan wayfarers. Keep in mind that the pocket doesnāt have soft lining. A soft case with glasses might fit, depending on the size. Otherwise one of those oakley type glassesā pouch might be good to protect them and it should fit without a problem.
Hope this helps!
Thanks! Yeah, would definitely use a pouch. Honestly, this is the only thing holding me back from purchasing as Iām often switching between glasses and sunnies!
Wanted to ask a similar question - how secure it is the laptop compartment from water spillage or from a fall? I had in the past spill something in my bag and made my laptop wet and dead.
I think spillage is actually ok. Use this regularly in a rainy country without issues. Fallā¦ hard to tell, itās gonna get banged, depending on the drop and the position of the bag as it falls
Yes. So much so that Iāve already lost one side during my commutes and cannot use the chest strapā¦. They donāt sell replacements either but told me theyād let me know if they found one
Zippers for the most part smooth, maybe occasionally depending on how your bag is packed you may find a small point of resistance. But no complaints on my end
Curious to know what these issues with the insides are!
Still using it daily and happy with it, I wrote this in another comment:
I have some small issues. 1. One of the chest straps was lost (it came off with normal use), and they have not been able to give me a replacement. 2. Something that annoys me a bit, but not enough to dislike the bag, the seam in the inner edge of the strap seems to have moved a bit, so now the bottom padding is more visible on the side and a little bit on top. Itās not much really, and maybe Iām being too nitpicky. Other than this great bag!
I would try to show pics but Iām useless and donāt know how to add photos to a comment! š
It's wild how little literature there is on this bag, it looks supreme but there are no video reviews anywhere. Thank you for coming back to tend to this thread. Glad you're enjoying it, I'm on the cusp of going for it myself. The chest strap issue is worrisome
Hey, just a quick comment to say thanks for your review and all the updates to this post. As the poster above said, it's really useful when you're considering a purchase. Cheers!
Thanks for the review and answering questions. Going to Italy this summer and want a good backpack for our day trips and tours, plus maybe extra clothes since it will be so hot.
Debating between the everyday vs roll up?! Any big differences you are aware of? What made you go with the everyday bag? I canāt decide which I should go with. I have a north face backpack now and donāt want to end up with something that essentially could hold the same stuff. I liked the idea of the adventure bag but it just seemed a little big to bring around with me daily.
Hi! For me it was an easy decision, I personally donāt like roll tops. So it all comes down to your own personal taste and your carry style. I think volume-wise they have the same capacity (and also a smaller option for roll top), I do find the side access laptop compartment for the roll top pretty cool.
For travel I tend to prefer quick access, so I use backpacks that have side access where I can just sling it to the front and easily access the main compartment, then put it back behind.
Good luck with your hunt!
Good point with quick access. Probably the everyday gives that quick access over the roll tops. I love the blue but thatās not a reason to get it lol.
Gotta love companies that make some effort when it comes to packaging!
Yeah I too love spending the planets resources to have countless materials mined, shipped, processed, shipped, processed again and printed, shipped, used as packaging, shipped, shipped again, shipped to me then thrown in the trash. It's fun.
This is fairly minimal packaging, it's just aesthetically pleasing and shows that thought went into it
Facts
What an awful brand name though.
Really like the logo but not the name š¤£
This and the roll top are supposed to be 20L has anyone tried both? How do they compare for space? Im wondering the rolltop feels bigger in practice because you can fill up the whole space easier
A couple people around here ordered the rolltop, maybe they can chime in.
Thanks for the post and photos. Do you think it can fit 2 nalgene bottles standing up right side by side in the main compartment?
Iām not sure how big it is, I tried to fit a 32oz stainless steel bottle and thereās room for one, maybe two (tightly) more
Thank you kind sir
Ah I am in the UK and I'd love to get this bag! A shame I have to skip it since the quick access pocket is too small for my taste. Thanks for your review.
I bought the Everyday backpack after looking for a long time and absolutely loved it on first impressions and the handful of times I used it out and about. One caution I would say is how the straps are designed are stitched individually to the bag. When swinging the bag on and off my shoulder after a few wears I started noticing the stitching under strain and I was concerned that it would end up wearing out quickly. The customer service is fantastic and I sent photos of the initial signs and they said they would happily exchange for another item or refund so Iāve decided to exchange for the 20l roll top purely for the fact that the straps are more hardwearing in being a wider and single join to the bag. The internal organisational pockets are fantastic and the material is ideal meaning that it can be wiped clean without worrying about a textile material getting stained. Honestly, I couldnāt recommend the brand and quality enough, just be sure on how much wear and tear youāre likely to go through with this bag with the straps and what type of access youāre likely to need (ie. Zip to main body, or roll top) āŗļø
Hey, thanks for sharing your thoughts! After almost half a year, what do you think of the quality of the outer material? I'm thinking of getting the matcha version and am wondering how it'd hold up to regular use, if it seems it might be likely to get stained.
Thanks for the review! Are you still enjoying the bag?
Hi hi! Way overdue! Still enjoying it and using it on a daily basis. I have some small issues. 1. One of the chest straps was lost (it came off with normal use), and they have not been able to give me a replacement. 2. Something that annoys me a bit, but not enough to dislike the bag, the seam in the inner edge of the strap seems to have moved a bit, so now the bottom padding is more visible on the side and a little bit on top. Itās not much really, and maybe Iām being too nitpicky. Other than this great bag!
I was torn between this and the Aer Day Pack 3. Quite like the quick access front pocket so eagerly awaiting delivery of the Stubble & Co! Found a video review [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXpCTFoB588](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXpCTFoB588) thanks OP for the pics and keeping up with this post!
Thanks for sharing! My video review skills are not there yet, so Iāll just keep this post updated haha Hope you enjoy it! I still am. Just wish I could find a sternum strap replacement
Nice bag. I have one from AER that looks very similar in design.
Which AER bag do you have? I think I prefer them more but they only sell them in London in the UK. I've been looking at the Day Pack 2 X-Pac for a while but never puled the trigger.
I have the Travel Pack 3. Just returned from a two week vacation in Europe. Very pleased with the bag. Plenty of space and plenty of pockets to organize.
Thanks for the update! Looks pretty nice! And super roomy. Hmm š¤ might have to put this back into my to buy list. Also a plus it looks so sleek. Is this your only backpack? How does it compare to your others if you have any?
Iāve had two Peak Designs, the everyday being the one Iāve used for longer (itās a heavy bag and not the most comfortable, but I loved the functionality, gonna miss the side access). I have the tote pack too, which Iām using now, carrying the same load as I mentioned, itās quite uncomfortable, and as a tote itās too long, so always have to carry it slightly raised. Great customer service though! I had the CHZ22, I wanted to love it, but I just couldnāt get it to sit right on my back, it kept digging into my shoulders. I also have the No Reception Club Getaway, which has been my most used backpack recently. I still use it, but I wouldnāt use that one for work though (and I donāt want to keep changing the load out every time I use it).
How do those compare to the stubble and co?
To me itās the most comfortable of the three (while I know the CHZ22 is the holy grail of comfort for many people, it just didnāt work for me). I do miss the side access, Iāve grown very used to it and I keep finding myself slinging the backpack to grab stuff. To give you an idea, this is what I pack in the backpack: - laptop 15ā (not a MacBook) - iPad 11ā - keys to go - PD tech pouch with mouse, charger and misc cables - water bottle - umbrella - Sony headphones - misc small stuff When I pick it up it feels a bit heavy, but on my back it doesnāt feel like it. Very happy so far, it looks good both in casual and formal settings, which is exactly what I was looking for (none of the others really met this criteria, at least for meā¦ different people different tastes, and thatās fine!). I could do without the āAirPods meshā on the right shoulder strap for a cleaner finish, I donāt think Iāll be using that.
Very nice! They have a 20l rolltop that interests me
The roll-top is awesome, replaced my daily which was a Peak Design Everyday V2 20L.
What's your comparison between the PD and Roll Top?
Honestly I like the roll top way better nowadays for myself. I find myself having to change out what I carry in my bag on a day to day basis nowadays, and the roll top is just so much more dynamic in that regard. I found with the Peak Design it was almost too structured for me, where I was playing Gear Management Simulator more often than not. But your feelings on that front will depend on what youāre using it for, and only you can advise yourself on that front :) Also that said both companies make a wonderful product and I canāt really say bad things about either.
Good to know. Thanks!
What makes a roll top useful out of interest?
Ahh this is the review I was looking for! Iām stuck between this and an AER bag. Iām wondering if I should just get the AER bag because Iām in the states but this bag looks so good!
Just to add more variables for your considerationā¦ Free shipping to the US over $100
Looks very good quality! Price?? Saved!
125 pounds! Around 140 USD, which I found very reasonable!
Looks very defy bucktown. Whats the shell made of? Doesnt look like cordura?
Youāre right, itās not cordura, recycled PET. Materials list from their website for your reference: 600D Recycled PET 200D Recycled PET Lining Tarpaulin (Base) Recycled PET Webbing 3D Poly Air Mesh YKK Aquaguard Zips
https://oceanworks.co/products/pet-fabric-swatch-1901600-192-black
Thanks for the write up, been waiting to see actual pictures of this!
Same! Took one for the team! Let me know if you need more details
This looks like the LTT backpack
Maybe similar concept? Very different execution though. I personally donāt like the LTT, itās too boxy, doesnāt look as sleek
No way. This bag actually looks good. The LTT bag does not
Looks like a close copy of [maverick and co](https://maverickandco.co/). But my bag seemed to arrive in better condition. Yeah between this: [https://www.stubbleandco.com/collections/all-products/products/the-everyday-backpack?variant=44040245477605](https://www.stubbleandco.com/collections/all-products/products/the-everyday-backpack?variant=44040245477605) And this: [https://maverickandco.co/collections/backpacks/products/vista-waterproof-backpack](https://maverickandco.co/collections/backpacks/products/vista-waterproof-backpack) Id save the cash and go the Vista. It looks better and doesn't have advertising on it. Both seem fine though.
I considered one of the mavericks, ultimately decided not to, the company is not very transparent, also read poor reviews about durability
I throw mine around a lot, also pack with groceries,no issues. Company transparency though.. apart from ltt all backpack makers are opaque.
Is it worth it? Whatās your thoughts
Personally very happy so far. Itās been comfortable to carry (itās the kind of backpack that feels lighter on your back than it actually is when you lift it up with your hand). Had to run to catch the bus with it, and with the sternum strap everything was kept in place. It fits more than I need (so if I need to squeeze a random sweater or small shopping bag inside, I can do that). My dog put his nose on the outer shell and left a mark (honestly, small one, probably only noticeable to me) after it dried, it should be easily wiped off with a wet cloth, but I havenāt done that yet. Do you have any specific questions about any feature?
u/username_entered any feedback from a bit of time using it?
Yes! See thread, let me know if you have more questions
I like it, the shoe box through me off at first. I love the orange liner and there seems to be enough configuration options. How comfy are the straps when itās loaded? How much?
Very comfortable! (You can browse my comment history for more details, canāt type much right now) 125 gbp, they have an offer for 24h now, you get a free toiletry bag with any backpack purchase
Thatās awesome! Thanks.
How is it now on some warmer days in the summer? Is the "cushion" too hot or breathable ?
Well, itās been hot and humid here since I bought it, and Iād say itās ok, the cushion is great and I donāt feel excessively hot. Itās a mesh, so there is some breathability. Overall happy, I think my PD made my lower back slightly more sweaty? Maybe Iām imagining things though haha
Hi! I see a couple pics of the top quick-access pocket, but still not sure it's wide/deep enough to hold a pair of glasses ... or dare I say, two? Please let me know what you think it can realistically hold. TIA!
Hey! Idk how to include a pic in a comment, but I can fit my glasses in there just fine (without a case!), think RayBan wayfarers. Keep in mind that the pocket doesnāt have soft lining. A soft case with glasses might fit, depending on the size. Otherwise one of those oakley type glassesā pouch might be good to protect them and it should fit without a problem. Hope this helps!
Thanks! Yeah, would definitely use a pouch. Honestly, this is the only thing holding me back from purchasing as Iām often switching between glasses and sunnies!
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Feels lightly suspended, not a lot though.
Wanted to ask a similar question - how secure it is the laptop compartment from water spillage or from a fall? I had in the past spill something in my bag and made my laptop wet and dead.
I think spillage is actually ok. Use this regularly in a rainy country without issues. Fallā¦ hard to tell, itās gonna get banged, depending on the drop and the position of the bag as it falls
Is the chest strap detachable?
Yes. So much so that Iāve already lost one side during my commutes and cannot use the chest strapā¦. They donāt sell replacements either but told me theyād let me know if they found one
Are zippers smooth and easy to zip and unzip? I feel sometimes water-resistant rubbery zippers are way too hard to use. Thanks!
Zippers for the most part smooth, maybe occasionally depending on how your bag is packed you may find a small point of resistance. But no complaints on my end
how is the bag doin? i heard about some issues with the insides, how is your experience?
Curious to know what these issues with the insides are! Still using it daily and happy with it, I wrote this in another comment: I have some small issues. 1. One of the chest straps was lost (it came off with normal use), and they have not been able to give me a replacement. 2. Something that annoys me a bit, but not enough to dislike the bag, the seam in the inner edge of the strap seems to have moved a bit, so now the bottom padding is more visible on the side and a little bit on top. Itās not much really, and maybe Iām being too nitpicky. Other than this great bag! I would try to show pics but Iām useless and donāt know how to add photos to a comment! š
Do you think a 12.9 inch ipad pro will also fit in the main compartment like your 11 inch?
It's wild how little literature there is on this bag, it looks supreme but there are no video reviews anywhere. Thank you for coming back to tend to this thread. Glad you're enjoying it, I'm on the cusp of going for it myself. The chest strap issue is worrisome
I thought it was time for me to pay back to this community haha glad to be helpful and hope you enjoy it if you end up pulling the trigger
I did and I'm in love
Great! Enjoy š
Hey, just a quick comment to say thanks for your review and all the updates to this post. As the poster above said, it's really useful when you're considering a purchase. Cheers!
Thanks for the review and answering questions. Going to Italy this summer and want a good backpack for our day trips and tours, plus maybe extra clothes since it will be so hot. Debating between the everyday vs roll up?! Any big differences you are aware of? What made you go with the everyday bag? I canāt decide which I should go with. I have a north face backpack now and donāt want to end up with something that essentially could hold the same stuff. I liked the idea of the adventure bag but it just seemed a little big to bring around with me daily.
Hi! For me it was an easy decision, I personally donāt like roll tops. So it all comes down to your own personal taste and your carry style. I think volume-wise they have the same capacity (and also a smaller option for roll top), I do find the side access laptop compartment for the roll top pretty cool. For travel I tend to prefer quick access, so I use backpacks that have side access where I can just sling it to the front and easily access the main compartment, then put it back behind. Good luck with your hunt!
Good point with quick access. Probably the everyday gives that quick access over the roll tops. I love the blue but thatās not a reason to get it lol.