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North St. Weekender Backpack

There are compression straps on the outside, too, so you can let them out for more room or tighten them down when you’re traveling light. The bag’s shoulder straps are well padded and comfortable, but can also be tucked away to keep from getting tangled up. 

It’s a high-quality bag that’s custom fit for your needs, however, that customization isn’t cheap. Each bag is made to order in Portland, Oregon, and the bag alone is $290 (roughly £225, AU$400) without any of the organizational pockets or travel cubes. It’s a tough bag, though, and can handle going from an everyday commute bag to one for weekend travel. 

Check it out on the North St. site.