M38 Travel Backpack

I've been eyeing this bag since spotting it in a Facebook Kickstarter ad ages ago. The price and wait time initially held me back, but finally, by mid/end of 2024, production began!

While waiting, I tried three other bags that shall remain nameless. One was too heavy, another lacked a water bottle compartment, and the third simply didn't have enough compartmentalized space for my needs as a remote worker who sometimes travels with three laptops.

My Minimul arrived a few weeks ago, and I just put it to the test! First, I took it on a 4-night cruise as my extra bag with one Macbook Pro. Then immediately after, I used it as my only bag for a weekend trip, carrying both a Macbook Pro and Macbook Air. The weekend trip was the real challenge - I packed all my cords, chargers, electronic devices, laptops, and clothes. Impressively, the bag never felt too heavy on my back, and I loved how easily I could access the different compartments. It fit perfectly under a Delta plane seat, and despite being vertically challenged, I still had room to stretch my legs.

The electronic compartment has a waterproof zipper that's very well made, as are all the other zippers.

My only complaint is the bottle compartment. It only accommodates skinny water bottles (24 oz or smaller). On my first trip, my bottle with a soft rubber bottom created friction when I tried to insert it. For the weekend trip, I switched to a skinnier, bowling pin-shaped stainless steel bottle which worked better.

Besides the money wasted on other bags, my one regret is not patiently waiting for this bag's release. Seung provides phenomenal customer service to back up his amazing product.

After all is said and done: 10/10, highly recommend!

I've only used it for a quick trip to the office with some extra stuff but I'm impressed with the layout and how effective it is.

It was worth the wait (time takes time when you are a startup), The M38 Travel Backpack is exactly as advertised, rugged materials, sleek design and thoughtful arrangement of inner compartment / storage areas for clothes and office on the go like a computer sleeve that's protected yet quick to reach "hello TSA". Hats for to the team at Minimul, I'll stay tuned for your next product to come to market,

This bag has met all my expectations. Outstanding quality many pockets great zippers. There is nothing bad I can say about this bag.

Hands down the best travel bag I’ve used! Super lightweight but tough as ****, fits everything without being bulky, and the pockets are actually useful—laptop sleeve, hidden stash spots, easy access front.

Perfect size for flights, daily carry, whatever. I’ve taken it everywhere, and it just works.

Solid, no-BS backpack that’ll last.