These articles were brilliant treatises on travel at the time, but refer to packing gear etc that has been supplanted by newer stuff or is otherwise often not available. If we’ve left the article here that’s because it may be still be useful, especially if considering used gear. The article links may point to places where things can still be found second hand or refurbished.
The Osprey Daylite series compared: daypacks, Daylite Plus, messenger and sling. Which affordable, durable Daylite is right for travel, hiking or daily use.
Older Osprey daypacks that are still great and often still available: Quasar, Questa, Comet, Metron, the Heritage series, Talia and more.
Older Osprey Daypacks that Are Still Great—and Often Still Available Read More »
How much fits in the (now discontinued) Osprey Meridian daypack? Laptop, second screen and a digital nomad’s office, measured, plus newer options.
How much stuff fits in the Osprey Meridian daypacks? Read More »
My review of the Mobile Pixels Duex Pro, an attachable second laptop screen that is good for travel productivity
An Attachable Second Screen for Travel: Review of the Mobile Pixels Duex Pro Read More »
A full comparison of the Osprey Ozone Wheeled and Ozone Convertible series, which have unfortunately been discontinued but are still sometimes available
Osprey Ozone Wheeled Series vs Osprey Ozone Convertible Rolling Bags Read More »
The discontinued Osprey Meridian 75L/28 and other older wheeled backpacks reviewed, with cheaper alternatives and our current recommendations.
Reviews of Older Wheeled Backpacks and Our Recommendation of the Osprey Meridian 75L/28 Read More »
Osprey Ozone Convertible 50L vs. Eagle Creek Expanse Convertible International carry-on, compared. The Ozone is discontinued; see current picks.
Osprey Meridian 60 vs. Ozone Convertible 50 vs. Sojourn 45 carry-on wheeled backpacks compared. Now mostly discontinued; links to current picks.
Large Osprey wheeled backpacks compared: Meridian 75L vs. Ozone Convertible vs. Sojourn 28-inch. Mostly discontinued now; see our current picks.
The best foldable luggage carts compared on price, weight, size and capacity: our top compact cart for travel, plus sturdier options for heavy loads.
Top Foldable Luggage Carts Compared Read More »
Foldable luggage carts vs. wheeled backpacks: the advantages of each for rolling your stuff around, and an integrated cart-and-bag alternative.
Foldable Luggage Carts vs. Wheeled Backpacks Read More »
Eagle Creek Switchback International vs. Osprey Ozone Convertible 22, compared. Both are now hard to find; see our current rolling backpack picks.
Eagle Creek DoubleBack vs. Switchback International carry-ons: which suited day hikers vs. city travelers. Newer Eagle Creek models are covered too.
Eagle Creek DoubleBack vs. Switchback International Carry-Ons: Which Is Better? Read More »
Travel gear we’re testing right now: health kit, luggage, clothing, electronics and long-stay gear. What we love, what we hate, and what’s undecided.
Stuff we’re currently testing—the good, the bad, and the we dunno yet Read More »
A more exact measuring and weighing of the Osprey Sojourn 80 for your reference and packing planning; this is checked luggage but not overly large.
I Actually Measured the Osprey Sojourn 80: Here Are the Real Dimensions Read More »
Trains often have outlets but can your device plug in? Check out our recommendations for universal travel adapters.
Hang any bag anywhere with a carabiner/travel hook.
Using e-tickets? Carry a backup phone battery in a wallet to ensure you can access them.
Using train WiFi? We strongly recommend a good, travel-ready VPN.
