Hand luggage shoot out

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All this talk of hand luggage, I wondered just what everyone takes on a flight? That's bag(s) and stuff.

I do a lot of long haul and I prefer just a single backpack with essentials.

I carry....
  • 14" work laptop
  • my own Macbook Air
  • A5 notebook and pen/pencil
  • T-shirt, boxers and socks
  • a K-way puffer jacket in its pouch
  • Sony WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones
  • Apple Airpods Pro 2
  • Power bank with wireless charging
  • 65W travel adaptor, USB-A, USB-A to C cables
  • Blister packs of Panado and Rennies
  • small pack of wet wipes
  • a couple of small bags of nuts
  • Spare spectacles in a case
  • 2 x 50ml Three Ships whisky bottles
This is the current bag and it is probably the best one I've ever had apart from the lack of a strap to hook over your suitcase handle.

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So if you can't be bothered with the list, what bag do you carry? Always looking for a better one...
 
If I'm skipping the check bag, then I will fit all my clothes, toothbrush, vials of sunblock etc. into a backpack. Laptop goes into a hard case and into the backpack.

If I have a check bag, then only valuables in my carry-on (laptop, sunglasses, airpods).

Always a paperback book.
 
In the past I have bought those triple sets (Daddy, Mommy and Baby), only used the smallest one, packed it with everything that I need including clothes inside. Far better to travel light, skip the rotunda queue, and they cannot lose your luggage.
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Depends on for how long we are traveling and if I need a laptop. Usually I only have my kindle and headset with me in flight.


Either this

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or this
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When the wife is travelling with there is always a check in bag :( so I just add some stuff to her bag if I need extra space.
 

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Can u carry alcohol bottles in the carry on ?
I had a bottle of water and they asked me to get rid of it at the airport.
I just want to carry like three drinks on me to help me sleep on the flight.
 
joker08 said:
Can u carry alcohol bottles in the carry on ?
I had a bottle of water and they asked me to get rid of it at the airport.
I just want to carry like three drinks on me to help me sleep on the flight.
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Buy it at the duty free. Or just get proper drunk in the lounge before boarding.
 
3WA said:
Buy it at the duty free. Or just get proper drunk in the lounge before boarding.
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That I am going to do, but if I sober up mid flight I need something for backup.
Also last time I got drunk in the lounge, I had to pee so badly but the fasten seat belt sign won't go off... I sobered up because of the struggle
 
I like those duffel bag type bags for carry on luggage.
Really just for my admin stuff - travel docs, change of clothes, book or kindle, headphones, pen for those border control forms.
Unless it's a work trip I never take any laptops, iPad maybe.
They're soft and flexible so I can squeeze it into tight spaces, easy to carry while dragging my check in luggage around. I also try leave space inside for anything I might buy at the airport.

Plus I just think they look all cool.


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joker08 said:
Can u carry alcohol bottles in the carry on ?
I had a bottle of water and they asked me to get rid of it at the airport.
I just want to carry like three drinks on me to help me sleep on the flight.
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Liquids need to be below 100ml unless duty free. But you can't open duty free until you get to the other side and clear customs.

So I carry either 2 or 4 of the 50ml whisky plastic miniatures in a side pocket as I've often got a few hours over in a hotel between flights and they help with the snoozing.
 
joker08 said:
That I am going to do, but if I sober up mid flight I need something for backup.
Also last time I got drunk in the lounge, I had to pee so badly but the fasten seat belt sign won't go off... I sobered up because of the struggle
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Lol. But on the flight just ask the cabin crew. No need to tuck into your own stuff.
 
Spizz said:
All this talk of hand luggage, I wondered just what everyone takes on a flight? That's bag(s) and stuff.

I do a lot of long haul and I prefer just a single backpack with essentials.

I carry....
  • 14" work laptop
  • my own Macbook Air
  • A5 notebook and pen/pencil
  • T-shirt, boxers and socks
  • a K-way puffer jacket in its pouch
  • Sony WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones
  • Apple Airpods Pro 2
  • Power bank with wireless charging
  • 65W travel adaptor, USB-A, USB-A to C cables
  • Blister packs of Panado and Rennies
  • small pack of wet wipes
  • a couple of small bags of nuts
  • Spare spectacles in a case
  • 2 x 50ml Three Ships whisky bottles
This is the current bag and it is probably the best one I've ever had apart from the lack of a strap to hook over your suitcase handle.

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South Africa's leading online store. Fast, reliable delivery to your door. Many ways to pay. Shop anything you can imagine: TVs, laptops, cellphones, kitchen appliances, toys, books, beauty & more. Shop the mobile app anytime, anywhere.
www.takealot.com www.takealot.com

So if you can't be bothered with the list, what bag do you carry? Always looking for a better one...
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I have the same one and it has a strap to go over your suitcase handle. It is beneath the straps.
 
My next bag will be a Tumi. They look amazing. Just a bit expensive.
 
Wenger Ibex is similar to what your using but perhaps a bit larger - takes a 17inch laptop

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RonSwanson said:
In the past I have bought those triple sets (Daddy, Mommy and Baby), only used the smallest one, packed it with everything that I need including clothes inside. Far better to travel light, skip the rotunda queue, and they cannot lose your luggage.
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I'm on this page too. I used to do the backpack thing (still do for day/overnight trips) but far prefer my hard case American Tourister with wheels (thanks eBucks). The multidirectional wheels are fantastic.
 
Spizz said:
All this talk of hand luggage, I wondered just what everyone takes on a flight? That's bag(s) and stuff.

I do a lot of long haul and I prefer just a single backpack with essentials.

I carry....
  • 14" work laptop
  • my own Macbook Air
  • A5 notebook and pen/pencil
  • T-shirt, boxers and socks
  • a K-way puffer jacket in its pouch
  • Sony WH-1000XM4 ANC headphones
  • Apple Airpods Pro 2
  • Power bank with wireless charging
  • 65W travel adaptor, USB-A, USB-A to C cables
  • Blister packs of Panado and Rennies
  • small pack of wet wipes
  • a couple of small bags of nuts
  • Spare spectacles in a case
  • 2 x 50ml Three Ships whisky bottles
This is the current bag and it is probably the best one I've ever had apart from the lack of a strap to hook over your suitcase handle.

View attachment 1629653

Takealot.com: Online Shopping | SA's leading online store

South Africa's leading online store. Fast, reliable delivery to your door. Many ways to pay. Shop anything you can imagine: TVs, laptops, cellphones, kitchen appliances, toys, books, beauty & more. Shop the mobile app anytime, anywhere.
www.takealot.com www.takealot.com

So if you can't be bothered with the list, what bag do you carry? Always looking for a better one...
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If you're committed to the backpack, there's always the LTT bag.

www.lttstore.com

Backpack

We thoughtfully designed the 22 pockets & sleeves for a wide variety of daily uses. This bag can accommodate multiple laptops or tablets, portable game consoles, accessories, and hardware/tools - including a pocket dedicated to the LTT Screwdriver, and a hidden Airtag sleeve near the water...
www.lttstore.com www.lttstore.com
 
joker08 said:
Can u carry alcohol bottles in the carry on ?
I had a bottle of water and they asked me to get rid of it at the airport.
I just want to carry like three drinks on me to help me sleep on the flight.
Click to expand...
Fly Air France. Champagne and unlimited Cognac.
 
Not a single firearm discharge in this thread. Disappointing.
 
neoprema said:
My next bag will be a Tumi. They look amazing. Just a bit expensive.
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Never had, will need to check them out. But this Everki is the best I’ve had so far.

Tun@ said:
Wenger Ibex is similar to what your using but perhaps a bit larger - takes a 17inch laptop

View attachment 1629791

Check this out:Ibex

Wenger Ibex - 600638 ++ Explore the world of perfect Swiss quality online ++ A Swiss company since 1893 ++ Find a store close to you ++
www.wenger.ch www.wenger.ch
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I had a very similar no name from Amazon that my son stole for a school bag. He’s still using it.
 
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