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                Shoulder bags, slings and waist packs

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                Shoulder bags, slings and waist packs

                When a backpack is too much and your pockets aren’t quite enough, reach for a low-profile bag for your wallet, keys and phone. Small-scale packs are lightweight and convenient – plus they look good and keep your hands free for holding a coffee and checking your phone. Brands like Herschel and Patagonia make some of the best.

                Waist packs and hip packs

                Worn crossbody or around your waist, fanny packs, bum bags or waist packs (/en/products/packs-and-bags/shoulder-bags-slings-and-waist-packs/waist-packs) offer a great balance of convenience, style and comfort. Super-popular in the 1990s, their colourful style and retro appeal have made a major comeback. Urban models are great for short hikes and trips around town. Sleeker, more athletic models fit close to the body to suit running, trail running, Nordic skiing or fast-paced hiking.

                Travel bags and packs with theft-proof features

                Travel light and worry free with a hip pack or should bag equipped with security features. Protect your belongings with design details like slash-proof fabrics, and buckles and zips with a locking system to help deter pickpockets. To secure your ID, bank cards and credit cards, lined pockets can prevent RFID chips from being scanned without your permission. Pacsafe makes top-selling theft-proof packs for travel. Carry-on sized travel packs are convenient for plane travel and many are small enough to be considered a personal item.

                Sling packs, shoulder bags and messenger bags

                Sling packs sit on one strap across your body. They’re quick to pull on and off and can be worn on your back for comfort or your front for ease of access. Look for outer pockets that fit a phone, umbrella or small water bottle to add to their functional appeal. Shoulder bags and purses are easy to take on and off and come in a variety of sizes. [Messenger bags] (/en/products/packs-and-bags/shoulder-bags-slings-and-waist-packs/courier-messenger-bags/c/1331) or courier bags are larger and stable enough to for quick trips or short commutes by bike.