I have since gotten into UL style packing (ultralight) because I am planning an Everest Base Camp trek without hiring a porter. However, I still believe that the pack should be invincible so I did not want to sacrifice a heavy duty pack for one that may tear or feels weak. It comes at a weight penalty, but it is worth it to me.

Outlier Ultrafine T-Shirt M (190g)

Icebreaker Tech Lite M (137g)

Smartwool Longsleeve M (170g)

Icebreaker Descender Fleece M (410g)

Marmot Precip Rain Shell M (312g)

ExOfficio Give’N’Go Boxers M x2 (50g)

Darn Tough Micro Crew Cushion M x2 (74g)

Outlier Slim Dungarees 32 (415g)

Myles Apparel Everyday Shorts (170g)

100% Linen Towel 45x65cm (150g)

Locals Flip Flops 11,5 (164g)

Dopp Kit/First Aid

Fenix e12 Flashlight (52g)

Passport + Moleskine Notebook

Baggage Lock

Headphones+iPhone Charger

Grip6 Carbon Fiber Belt 32 (85g)

Most of the clothing is merino wool which means they can take many days of wearing with no stench. Packing less and washing more is a good rule when onebagging. All of this stuff can be hand washed easily and dries quickly. I never hand wash, I prefer a washing machine but the option is there if you are in a remote location or wanting to save money.

*The carbon fiber belt I highly recommend. It is insanely light and no more issues with metal detectors anywhere. Not just the airport but sporting events, concerts, etc.

**This setup worked well for cold locations like Iceland. Layering is key and I had no issues. If it’s even colder I will bring a Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Vest (142g) as an additional midlayer.

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In the front slant pocket I put my sunglasses, gum, and iPhone charger. In the interior upper pocket, I put my passport, wallet, change purse. In the mesh I keep plugs and other electronics or sometimes will stash the rain shell in it.

I used to keep my toiletries/first aid in the mesh but I have since decided it’s a better fit in the Echo pocket. I also keep a small flashlight and lock in here as well.

In the main compartment is where I keep all the clothes. There is actually much more room to fit more stuff I could shuffle this to fit a pair of shoes or even more clothes on top as well.

If I do not bring a laptop, I keep my travel linen towel in the rear compartment. I also keep a pair of headphones weaved inside a TAD BC4 pouch weaved into the molle of the shoulder strap. This makes it very easy when traveling. I also have a GORUCK Simple Side Pocket that I use for a water bottle pocket.

On top of all the clothes is a GORUCK Version One Bullet 10L. It’s the kind that will be flat and fits like a glove on top.

Here is the bag fully packed. I configure the molle based on what kind of trip it is. If I am riding a bicycle around town, I will weave reflective bands to the molle. If I am about to go trekking/hiking/camping I will weave cinch straps to lash a sleeping bag. If I know I will be taking on and off a fleece frequently, I will use a 5.11 Tier strap on the molle.