The Best Commuter Bag

I've been using the 27L Ranchero as a commuter bag for almost a year. I love it. It fits 2 computers in my 15" MacBook Pro and a Think Pad in the laptop compartment. I pull it on a trolley for my commute, and it is nice that it has the rigid bottom so it fits perfectly on the cart, and also sits up on it (no slouching) and I can keep it beside me during the day at my desk (hoteling, so I don't keep things in the desk). I use one side pocket to hold my phones and the other for my 18oz bottle. Inside I have the one liter snack box, plus whatever else I need to bring that day (extra jacket, umbrella, etc.). I can't imagine going back to life without it - commuter life, anyway. I switched the strap-mounted Molle Zinger bottle opener for a house key, so no digging around for that at the end of the day. I also have added fobs (mini clip on LL Bean totes) for a little extra storage/easy access to first aid supplies. I am getting ready to replace it with a darker color (loving that Stag Red), the light purple color (discontinued) gets pretty dirty during its commute on the city sidewalk (down on the cart).

Surprisingly uncomfortable product from Yeti. Hard padding and small straps

1 Year Review

Overall great bag but the shoulder straps just slides off your shoulder so annoying. You have to wear both straps at all times.

Great

just bought it and it’s been great for whatever i use it for: gym, everyday use, or just storage. it’s great all around

Bag Is As Described.

I bought this and took it on a trip to Japan Pro: It does stand which is convenient when searching the bag. It opens like a duffel which makes it easy to search the entire bag. Seems water resistant enough. The travel strap is useful. Con: It doesn't feel like a 27L backpack. I think it's because of the inner pockets. The inner pockets are not very useful. The top pocket is too small.

Great Function And Features.

Great travel bag with decent (27L) volume and well organized pockets. Zippered pouches and panels are especially useful for people on the go. Top flap includes strap for keys, etc. Elastic side pockets are great for water, umbrellas, or other easy access items. I use mine for international travel, day trips, and hiking. Great rain protection during even heavy downpours.

Decent Pack, Could Be Better

Decent edc pack, but it could be better. This pack has good organization; the pockets are useful and well placed. The top pocket just keeps taking things I put in and never seems to get full. Side pockets could be a little bigger. They will not fit a 32oz nalgene bottle. The materials are tough and the construction is excellent, not very many exposed seams. The ground control base works as intended, and it was a selling point for me. The suspension is lacking comfort. The shoulder straps are narrow and shorter than I would like. I wish they would have stayed with the Mystery Ranch futura yoke, such a comfortable harness. If you're on the smaller side it might be OK, but I'm just over 6 feet tall with an athletic build.

I bought this for a trip and wasn’t happy with the space it had. Limited for travel. Better for hiking

👍

Perfect backpack for daily use. Enough room for everything I need for work or daily commuting.

27l Ranchero

Great pack, very roomy. I use it as my go-to travel bag. Keep in mind it’s built to sit higher up on your back like a ruck pack, not a generic backpack. Very comfy though once you get the adjustments dialed in.

Hesitant To Try It, But Elated That I Did!

I bought this backpack to contain study materials for an exam that will take months to prepare for. After passing that exam, I will have my final exam to study for, which will also take months. I ended up loving the backpack so much but I bought the 22L. After having both sizes, I turned the 27L into my work backpack. The external laptop sleeve is better for work. The extra size means I can pack my supplies, which I top off every morning with the large YETI rambler with my ice water. I still have space at the top to put a sweatshirt at the end of my workday. The front zipper means easy access.

27l Ranchero Is A Winner!!

I’m very happy with my purchase of the 27L Ranchero. It’s sturdy with lots of room but my favorite thing is it stands on it’s own.