I am looking at a daypack in addition to it being my carryon for books, etc. We are going on a Rick Steves tour in May and I thought the Veloce bag would be best because I can use it either on my shoulder or as a backpack.
But does anyone think this is too big to be used as a daypack while in Europe?
Posted by
Los Angeles, CA, USA
1449 posts
I used Rick's Civita bag and found it very small and light for packing, and able to carry everything I needed during the day.
Posted by
Walnut Creek, CA
368 posts
Hi Beth:
I took the Veloce pack with me on my last RS tour and I have to say I prefer a backpack. It is easier to use. I never used the Veloce as a backpack and carrying something on my shoulder was not that comfortable.
I suggest you get a backpack as you can use this other times on the tour as well.
Posted by
OP
Newark, DE
2 posts
I was afraid it may be too big. We have backpacks that we use at home for daytrips so guess I'll just use what I have and save my money.
(Although I found them for a good price at Sierra Trading post but they are last years bag before they were redone.)
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9371 posts
The Veloce bag is relatively heavy, too, which I was not happy about. It's more of a messenger bag, and for me it's too big.
Posted by
Newport Beach, CA, USA
769 posts
If youre a messenger bag type vs a backpak - its fine. I have one but havent used it yet. I pref a good back-pack day pak like Northface... something water resist/proof. The namebrands have some nice comfort features like padded backs/straps that may come in handy on long days! check out your local REI or outdoor goods shop (and look for sales too!) $30-70 seem to be the range.