What’s everyone’s favorite travel backpack / briefcase? Just lost a zipper on a bag I didn’t love and am looking to see what’s out there beyond the Tumi that everyone seems to have

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I use a Briggs & Riley brief for most work travel...but I also have a Halfday roamer backpack that I love but less professional

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Baglini - the brand was developed by flight attendants so it’s designed to withstand travel. I’ve used mine for the past 3 years and it still looks brand new

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Prada saffiano or Bottega briefcase

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Most McKinsey answer ever! (Says an Alum)

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Samsonite

This was what I just had that broke after 2 years. I’m now learning their warranty is effectively nonexistent.

Patagonia black hole. I’ve had mine for 8 years and its basically good as new.

Able carry

Away travel backpack

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WaterField designs; in whatever size and form factor floats your boat.

Nordace. Random facebook ad, but I see them around now. I’ve had mine 3-4 years and it looks/works great.

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