The MLC Travel Bag by Patagonia. The MLC (Maximum Legal Carry-On) is a soft-sided suitcase made of recycled fabric that converts to a backpack, holds 3-5 days worth of clothing and meets airline carry-on requirements.
DECENT FEATURES of the Patagonia MLC Travel Bag
Main compartment opens like a book for easy packing, access and organization compression pocket secures contents secondary zippered sleeve pocket separates dirty clothes or shoes padded pocket holds most 17" laptops or works well as a clothing organizer
Easy-access pockets for tickets, passport and office supplies padded back panel holds shoulder straps and protects your back
Three carrying options: backpack-style with ergonomic shoulder straps that tuck neatly into a zippered compartment shoulder-bag style with comfortable split-shoulder strap that slides over carry handle when not in use briefcase-style with two carry handles
The SPECS
Weight: 46.5 oz / 1318 g
Volume: 2746 cubic inches / 45 liter
Body: 11-oz 1,200-denier 100% recycled polyester
Lining: 3.3-oz 200-denier polyester
All treated with a polyurethane coating and a Deluge DWR (durable water repellent) finish
This product can only be shipped within the United States. Please don't hate us.
I bought this bag as a gift for my boyfriend a couple of years ago and he loved it. I borrowed it once and then decided that maybe it should have been a gift for myself which is why I bought one just recently. This bag is an awesome travel bag. It gives you the convenience of a backpack but the compartments are much easier to get stuff in and out of (like in a suitcase) than a regular backpack. I also love the versatility of carrying options and that it can be folded easily. Highly recommend this for a travel bag.
I've mainly used this bag for long weekend/ 5 day trips with mostly clothes (no gear.) great quality and obviously the patagonia warranty is a huge bonus. If you use something like the eagle creek packing system, I don't see why you wouldn't be able to pack this bag for a week or two.
"Versitile luggage for rugged or civilized travel"
09/30/12
This bag is durable enough to be strapped to a roof, classy enough to blend in with the rest of your fancy luggage if the need arises. Solid construction with Patagonia's bomber warranty. The bag is light due to its lack of a frame, yet constructed well enough to keep its shape. The lack of a frame leads to more storage space per square inch than framed luggage. It is easily a weekender bag, maybe more if you are a light-packer. Plenty of room for a laptop or tablet, just make sure to protect it because the bag is not padded. If you stow this bag in the overhead bin, then you should have plenty of room in your checked luggage for that 50 lb souvenir you always wanted.
"This bag did an EXCELLENT job on my trip to Kaui Hawaii"
05/31/12
This bag made a total of 6 flights and took it all like a champ. From small planes to big planes this bag fit in the over head compartment without a hitch. It held a weeks worth of cloths, some of which I didn't even wear, and still had room for souvenirs. I would recommend this bag to a friend, even the ones I call friends on Facebook. Can't wait to take it to some other far flung location around the globe.
I purchased this bag for my semester abroad. It was the perfect size for long weekend trips (and to save me the $25 baggage fee). It fits into overhead bins no problem and is easy to carry either on your back or over your shoulder. There are plenty of useful compartments. The best one is the padded slot on the other side of the main compartment. It rests against your back when you carry the bag like a backpack. This was the best place for my laptop because the it is protected and separate from where you keep all of your other stuff. I took this bag all across Europe and it's still in great condition. Definitely worth every penny.
I traveled with this pack all summer...from a weekend to a week long trip. It fits EVERYTHING I need and makes it super accessible. I hate checking a bag with the risk of it being lost and with this I have everything all the time. Especially helpful with unexpected long delays...everything is with me. This bag has always fit in the overhead bin even in the small dinky planes with no room.
There isn't much more to say than this is the best carryon you will ever own. The pic of the blue bag is deceiving. It is ugly as hell in real life. Go for the black and people will hardly notice you sneak it into a meeting.
I fly once a month, to surrounding states for work and usually stay 3 days or so. Flat out, this is the best carry on bag i've ever had.Pros: Lots of pockets and space to keep everything organized. The strap is super comfortable. Handles on the long and short sides make it easy for picking up. The backpack straps can stay hidden in their own pocket or use individually or together if it's super heavy. Stylish.Cons: little pricey. Overall: a great purchase for frequent fliers.
"Very usefull nice piece of equipment. Very good, quality of course. I love it very much"
05/03/11
I got this Patagonia MLC, because I had the previous model. I used the previous model as my everday carry bag. This new one is slightly too big for the purpose of carrying it around as an EDC.This bag however allowes me to make full use of the maximum carriage that is alowed as hand-luggage on flights. I got it in black which I think was a fantastic choice....GREAT GEAR!fanatstic quality
$25 for a checked bag one-way sucks. I was able to stash all the clothes and entertainment gadgets needed for a trans-continental flight and a 5 day trip in my MLC. No need for a checked bag. By your fourth trip with a MLC, it's already paid for itself. Not to mention your stuff won't get lost or beat to pieces by the luggage handlers.There are pockets within pockets, and all logically arranged, with a lot more useable space than the photos show. The carry options of backpack/shoulder bag/carry bag are just great. I've found a new best travel buddy.
I bought this bag for my husband and then bought another one for my bro in law because we loved it so much. Perfect size. My husband uses it for carry on for his weekly commute to NY. And it looks cool!
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