20 Best Fanny Pack For Travel (2023 Updated)

I have been moving away from over the shoulder bags. I find waist packs to be more comfortable when I am out and about. I love how this one is light weight but also very roomy. You can easily pack your phone, keys, snacks, small water bottle and even a light jacket.

Perfect for walks and especially handy for travel. I love that it folds down into a small pouch that you can toss in your luggage or clip to your pack. This is a really convenient way to keep your travel documents and your phone close to you and easy to access.

And of course you are getting Osprey quality with this bag. Highly recommended.

Extremely light with a sternum strap and waterproof taped seams, very impressive! It compacts to a very nice carrying bag if you need a day bag to pair with a bigger backpack for those long trips. Only downsides is that it’s a big finicky to compact the bag but once you figure it out, it becomes easier.

The other slight downside is there’s not waist strap but the bag is small and light enough I don’t think it’s necessary.

I purchased this fanny pack because I liked the colors. It is well made. I like the logo. The main drawback to this pack is how small the storage compartment is. It is as slim as can be. Put your wallet, keys, and cell phone in it and that is about it.

Maybe a dog leash. It is fairly bulky. A big piece of foam covers the entire back of it. The buckles are bulky. But the strap is wide so it won`t cut into your waist. I`ll keep it. Just know what your getting.

small bag for quick and easy adventures. maybe fits glass case, money clip or small wallet, car and house keys and a few other small items such as Chapstick etc. I wouldn’t even put water bottle in here with the above items mentioned.

, but that’s the point, if I wanted or needed bigger there are other options that fits better. excellent causal look and fit! good quality and looks great. waste size maybe 32 inches (maybe I’m not adjusting correctly for larger size).

I bought this to use as another purse option during the summer and I love it. It is big enough to fit all the essentials, a phone wallet keys and more. One small pocket to keep your chapstick and some things easily organized.

I have only worn on my waist once to a outdoor concert and it was great. I usually wear across the chest on one shoulder to be handsfree while out and about. love the material, pink color is really good with everything.

I’m really liking this pack. I work with the police and fire department responding to mental health crisis calls and this little bag has come in handy! Before I was lugging around a big backpack and then juggling pens and notebooks and two phones in my pockets! It just wasn’t working.

So I got this bag and have found it to be so convenient for me! I like that it has enough space for me to fit two phones and a notebook but it’s not too bulky or heavy. I also like that I can wear shoulder bag style across my back or Fanny pack style.

30$ well spent on a cool bag!.

Great, authentic product. The size is just perfect!

Really poor quality. Seem fake.

Before you buy, you must understand that this is smaller than your run of the mill hip pack. Intentionally so. I bought it to take to The Masters practice round to carry a few small items including a very compact camera, sharpie, etc.

It easily carries my iPhone 12 Pro. If you have the larger sized brick (Max) that you need to carry in it, you need a regular sized pack. I love this one because I don’t want to carry 2 lbs on my hip, just a few items for a day hike.

It neatly folds into itself to a small size that is easy to pack. Im a male with a 34 inch waist, and I have to extend the belt almost to its limit. so if you are larger than 34, this won’t work for you.

I used this hip bag with a friend while travelling 2 years on a bicycle across South America, I used it off the bicycle for hiking and walking around the villages, cities. The material is great, waterproof, the different color options are nice and unique, however in 2023, today, this bag seems a bit lefr behind in time.

Why? Well, it is so small (1l) that it is hard to put a phone + small travel wallet in ir. In my opinion it need redesign (only a tinny bit), to be a bit bigger (maybe 1,3l), so that today’s phone that are quite large can fit inside without fiddling with a zipper.

I would keep it the way it is only make it 2cm longer to extend a tinny bit the volume. In that way it would still stay minimalistic and practical.

I use this primarily for riding my dirtbike. I do 1-3 hour stints and carry about a liter of spare fuel, a liter of water (in a soft bladder), my phone, a snack, a small groover kit incase nature calls while on the trail- as well as a small (very minimal) first aid kit.

The bag is very comfortable and stays put while riding. I really don’t notice it’s there anymore. Coming from a small pack this is a great upgrade for mobility. Even in fast whoop sections I am tuned into what’s ahead- not what’s on my back.

This bag is small so intend for that when purchasing- I have a little room left and will put together a very small tool kit to fill in the nooks and crannies. The outside water bottle sleeves are small and though they fit a half liter sized Nalgene bottle- My use would have my bottles lost in a hurry as there is not a way to secure them in other than the elastic.

Even boony scraping while hiking I would be concerned of having the bottle get lost. These need webbing to tie in the bottles. (The reason for not 5 stars) My wife and I go backpacking in the summers here in the Tahoe area and intend to have this as an add on bag to use for day hikes when leaving our base camps.

Though I haven’t used it for this use yet I’m sure it will perform swimmingly. I think the coolest part of this bag is that the Black Hole Series bags are made of recycled plastic bottles. What a great idea.

So while you are passing the gapers along the way you know you’re doing your part in collecting their mess!.

I bought this about 7 months ago after searching for a waist pack I could use with my pocket-less waders. I already had tried the 1L patagonia waist pack but it was too small for anything but trail runs.

This pack is perfect for what I needed – roomy, durable, and comfortable. I frequently use it when hiking to alpine lakes without my waders to fish since it can fit a wind breaker, some flies, and a water bottle/sawyer filter system along with attaching my rod case and net.

The loops and straps also allow me to hook things like my net, forceps, and knife onto the straps while I’m fishing. When I put on my waders, it’s easy to adjust to a bigger waist size and I can twist it around me when I need to swap out flies.

I did a longer hike this fall and needed a day pack for gear and was able to put the day pack above this waist pack so I could also bring all my fishing gear along. Above all my other fishing gear, this was the best purchase I’ve made.

I used to stuff everything in my jacket pockets since I didnt want to deal with a pack and zippers and straps on a lift. This bag somehow fits a nalgene, snacks, hand warmers, an extra layer, and my phone.

It’s padded and structured against the body so it doesn’t feel lumpy. I like the two mesh stretchy exterior pockets and my stuff stayed dry and warm all day despite wipeouts in -30. I got so many compliments too!! I wish we carried this pack at mec since i’ve referred my friends and shoppers to purchase this, and now I want more in other colours.

I purchased this when I had to start carrying a spare pair of prescription eyeglasses and two large key fobs. I was using the medium size Fjallraven Ulvo hip pack. I loved it, but it was no longer large enough.

This is just as comfortable, durable, (same Bergshell fabric), easy to carry despite being 2 liters larger. I love the white waterproof lining. Easy to see items and easy to clean. I can fit my Fjallraven zip wallet in the back outside pocket.

I have my ear buds and a Swiss Army knife in the left side mesh pocket, lip balm, bandaids, and small tube of neosporin in the right mesh pocket. My iPhone SE fits in the zipped mesh pocket. I’ve still got plenty of room for that eyeglass case, huge key fobs, a small hairbrush, a gel hand sanitizer, a spray hand sanitizer, a pack of wipes, a pack of gum, tissues, 2 face masks, and there’s still room for more if necessary.

I like to carry it as a sling bag. It’s quite easy to adjust and comfortable to wear. Most times I forget I’m wearing it. Plus I’m hands free. Love the compression straps at the bottom to lash a sweatshirt/jacket.

I love Fjallraven bags. I’ve got a bit of a collection. This one is definitely my favorite. I’ve been using it daily for approximately 8 months. The Ulvo also cleans up easily. I got something on the outside of the bag.

Fjallraven recommends spot cleaning. I cleaned the spot with some mild soap and a washcloth and it came right out. I love this style so much I have it in black, navy, and dark lava. The dark lava is my favorite! I highly recommend this bag to anyone needing a hip pack that can accommodate a bit more than 1-2 liters.

It’s also functional for hikes or as your EDC!.

I got the Hip Pack Medium and the 4L models and will be keeping this larger version. Both come with the same materials (thick/sturdy looks like it will hold up over time very well, goes for the buckles/zippers too).

However the strap is wider on the 4L and I think will be more comfortable, especially if wearing as a shoulder/sling bag. The interior zipper pocket is also a nice difference between the two models. Zipper is a tiny bit awkward to open but could work as an advantage, as it results in a controlled/slower opening rather than immediately jump from closed to 100% open and having your stuff fall out.

The cinch straps are nice adds to help reduce the bulk if you’re not filling it all the way. It looks like you can pack this thing quite a bit fuller than the Medium. Plan on using this for longer walks with kids, won’t handle multiple water bottles but it will easily hold phone/wallet/sunscreen/hand sanitizer/etc/etc.

and gives some flexibility in how my wife and I each choose to wear it. Nice simple yet versatile bag. Oh and haven’t tested the claim that this is waterproof, but that was a big draw as well.

Bought this item for a sightseeing trip as I wanted to be hands free. Really great product, easy to use, looks cool and carries a lot. Helpful website photos and info. Great service from Fat Bhudda, my first time purchasing from here – quick delivery, well packaged and thoughtful details like free sweets and personal note.

Small business are so much better than big corporates. Highly recommend.

Its perfect! Doesnt look like the usual fanny pack it a lot more stylish than that. It goes with about any outfit. I hate carrying a bag so this is exactly what I wanted

This is quality and will last. Leather is on the stiffer side due to its thickness, but very practical.

I was looking for a way to carry my everyday things, cell phone, wallet, sunscreen, car keys and hotel room keys while on vacation in Maui. This classic hip pack was a lifesaver. I could keep all my things in one place, drop it on the beach next to beach chairs or on the counter at the condo.

It was super convenient to know that everything was in one place not taking up space in your pockets. Since my purchase I’ve convinced two other friends that they need this classic hip pack for their next vacation.

Truth be told I’m still using it back at home and will for a long time. Love it.

I bought this for my 17 year old daughter who doesn’t like purses. She really likes having a way to carry around stuff now. wears it across body. It matches the grey backpack and wallet she bought previously.

Dakine is this family’s go-to for all of our bags. The quality is always consistent!.

In the summer I pretty much live in bike shorts, skirts and dresses, all of which, unfortunately, are usually lacking in pockets. So, when I need to run out to the corner store, the pharmacy or another brief, local errand, I can just pop my keys, wallet and phone in this pack.

I appreciate the extra zipper pocket inside for gum, lip balm, etc. Also, the front glasses pocket is nice. I like to wear it across my chest, messenger bag style, rather than around my waist. I love it!.

I was looking for a low profile sling to discretely carry the covid extras that won’t fit in my pockets and this appeared to fit the bill. Pros: fairly low profile compared to the others MEC sells. Simple two pouch design which I like.

The buckle being located at the end of the strap instead of the middle means if you’re wearing this with a backpack the buckle won’t dig into your back. Cons: the only real gripes I have with this sling is the thin strap, which when the sling is loaded it teeters and it isn’t flush on your body.

Also, the strap tends to rub on your neck of you’re not wearing a collared shirt. It would be nice if there was a bit of padding or extra material to mitigate this.

Bought this primarily for work, but wanted one that would be useful day-to-day too. Perfect size for work (nursing): holds all the stuff that was spilling out of my pockets without being too big (the one this is replacing was a little too small), with the front pocket being the perfect size for keeping my personal phone separate from all the patient care stuff.

Good size for daily use too. Big enough to hold necessary things but not so big that it’ll get heavy.

Bought it a year ago at Boarders, this was the only Jansport they had. I planned to use it to go snowboarding. It worked great, I loved it started using it on hikes, beach days & everyday errands. I wish it had a liner pocket to separate the small items so it can be easier to find.

It is very spacious, I was able to fit all my essential items when I was outdoors. Believe it or not a can of beer fits in the fanny pack leaving my hands free. The weight of the bag creates a sag look.

A year later the fanny pack looks brand new, I wish boards carried a variety of Jansport fanny pack.

Only downside: two largest pockets will hold a large smart phone but the phone is difficult to put into and take out of the Fanny Pack. Perhaps it may be easier if the person has a slim body type. Otherwise a nice product.

Nice, solidly built, exactly what I was expecting. Should last several years, and was a good price for what I received.

I like that it holds my wallet, keys, reading eye glasses, lip balm, etc. and its light weight and at the same time Iam hands free and dont have to worry wheres my purse cause its on me.

Because of that now-infamous chain (you know the one), I had to wait an eternity for this sling to arrive. Initially estimated to ship a month after I purchased it in early October, it did not arrive until late February.

And in that intervening third of a year, I became deeply aware of how truly awful it is to live without a sling. Every passing day would remind me of how I did not yet have my bag. The minor but endless shuffle of moving my phone to my back pocket while walking, to my front pocket while sitting—but then having to stand up again (or else drastically slouch) to get it out of my front pocket again—to placing it on a nearby surface, began to wear heavily on my spirit.

Then there were all those times in the arid Denver winter that I wished I had had lotion, lip balm, or sunscreen, but depended on luck to find any such substance on my person. And of course, the effect of keys, a money clip, a stick of lip balm, and a phone on my slender profile was disastrous for my self esteem when I now knew there was a better way.

I also became painfully aware of how many other things I wasn’t carrying around for lack of a properly sized bag: bandaids, extra masks, reusable straws, earplugs, pre-stamped postcards, glow sticks, headphones, a water bottle, a box cutter, a supply of backup feminine care products for my wife, a tape measure.

There were some dark times over those four long months where I even considered cargo pants. At times I also thought about cancelling my order and buying a different sling entirely. But so crushed was I from the delay that I couldn’t bear to risk getting my hopes up about a different sling.

Furthermore, I had done my due diligence, and I knew in my mind and my heart that the minimal styling, thoughtful functionality, and quality of this particular sling was right for me. So I continued to wait.

And when my sling finally arrived it was everything I hoped. Already have I been in situations where my ready supply of skin care products, first aid, and water have been useful to someone in need. My phone falls on the ground far less often.

People think I’m funny. And I look better in pants than I have in years. My only wish is that I could have had it sooner.

IMO, don’t think about it too much. Just get the sling (particularly if you intend to use it the same way I do). This sling is great for people who want to keep their pocketable essentials all in one place.

How I would not use it: It’s definitely not a camera bag for anything above a really compact micro4/3’s kit, point and shoot, or a film camera with a compact prime. I tried putting a Minolta X700 with a 50mm 1.

4 lens, and it was tight. Doable, but not really what this is designed for. How i use it: 1) Keep my keys in the exterior pocket (no moment lenses or insert) so that I can always have them at the ready without having to go into the main pocket.

2) I like the phone slot which has an opinion as to how you’re supposed to put your phone into the bag. It has a purposeful cutout for the camera modules, which I think is great. It creates consistency in how you use the bag.

3) I put my cards and other bills in one of the slim interior pockets with an airtag in another of the interior pockets so that I always know where the bag is or if I get separated from the bag. 4) It is large enough to fit a point and shoot camera and a roll of film on top of that.

I have an Olympus Twin, but like the pictures indicate, a Fujifilm X100 series camera or Ricoh GR camera would fit right at home in this bag. I wouldn’t go with anything larger than a compact mirrorless body with a pancake lens.

This bag isn’t really designed for that, but it’s more of an extension of your pockets. 5) I put pens, hand sanitizer, and other essentials like ibuprofen or allergy medicine in the main pocket, and it works great.

I am not so sure that I would be willing to put my Joby Gorilla pod in the two straps at the base of the bag. The total length of the bag isn’t that long, and having the Gorilla pod might make the weight distribution awkward.

Definitely wouldn’t trust putting a good pair of sunglasses in the bag unprotected. The bag does not have a lot of structure, so I would definitely recommend a case, but you lose valuable storage space.

Though the strap isn’t the most comfortable (especially in comparison to the seatbelt-like material on the Bellroy sling), I think that it definitely gets the job done. It’s designed in such a way that it’s set-it-and-forget-it.

You’re likely not going to be adjusting the strap all the time. With that said, it’s fairly comfortable and works well, especially given that you’re unlikely to put too many items in the bag and weigh it down.

The cinches work well to make the bag more compact, but at 2L capacity, it doesn’t save you too much in terms of space, but what I do find is that they make great handles for when you’re bringing the bag from your back to the front.

Definitely makes the whole process of slinging it around convenient and effortless. This is more of a functional feature in my opinion than a cosmetic (if the intent was to make the bag slimmer because it looks nicer).

Overall, I really like having the bag because it keeps all of the everyday essentials in one place. If you’re someone who misplaces things all the time, like I do, you’ll really like this. It just makes everything easier and you never lose things.

The Fanny Sling arrived in its plastic wrapping with a ton of lint just clinging onto the outside the all black fabric, which already was spelling disaster in waiting. I don’t even own any pets, so you can’t blame that on me.

It started to collect some of my maroon hoodie fibers as I tried it on and tested it. Inside the all white microfiber lining seems like a recipe for terrible staining and cleaning down the line. The keyfob lash attachment while nice that it’s bungee cord-like, utilizes what appears to be a pretty weak plastic clip and an already fraying microfiber cloth! I definitely don’t see the quality or craftsmanship here despite their flashy video promos.

And to add icing on the cake, the refund I’m getting back doesn’t cover the entire cost of the original purchase. You can’t even give me back my full money for a product that I’m clearly not satisfied with? All in all, video and photography enthusiasts may love their lenses and other hardware gear, but their packs are really low, low quality and not worth the purchase.

There should be more reviews out there telling you these things, so you do have to lose money just to find out.

Just what I am looking for. Roomy for everything daily needs and light enough for a run or out door workout essentials. Also like the material is not too flimsy, seems at least water repellent but light.

Good price too.

I bought this beauty specifically for my kayak camping adventures and love how comfortable and packable it is! Treasures tucked inside typically include sunscreen, chapstick, phone, keys, card/cash, sunglasses with floaty strap, electrolytes and a couple of snacks with quite a bit of space left over.

Love that it’s fairly water resistant and dries out super fast. I may treat it to be a bit more water resistant for extra windy rides and general clumsiness. Quit hesitating and get this fannypack in your life!.

Purchased this for travel and day hikes. Picked the 2. 5L size and found it perfect. Decided to go small for airports and seating and hiking for necessities on the trail. Could have used a mesh back for ventilation.

I have annual passes for a few theme parks in FL and use this all the time. It’s super lightweight and packs nicely into the pouch when you aren’t using it. It easily hold my phone, keys, sunglasses, and a standard bottle of water.

With only phone and keys, you can easily tuck it under your shirt on rides. It is definitely not a high capacity pack, but it is handy and works really well for me.

This hip bag is easy to use and works well for short hikes where we want to carry bulk items and not have them in our pockets. I only gave 4 stars because using it was confusing at first – there is a small bag attachment for stuffing the hip bag into that also words as a zippered part but it was really confusing to figure it out first.

I would suggest a simple instruction guide on the tag so people know how best to unwrap the bag and then get it back into the zippered pouch. I bought this item for myself but my partner has also worn in and it fits both of us well and is easy to adjust.

The bright colors make it easy to find – planning to use a lot in the future!.

I haven’t worn this yet. I bought it on a clearance sale and intend on using it in the summer when I walk. It folds into a small change purse/wallet size and zips which is great for traveling. When pulled out full size, it can fit an iPhone XR some keys and maybe a chapstick.

That is all I intend to put in it. Good for the price.

I don’t know why Decathlon stopped selling their original blue bum bags. They had an inner zipped compartment and a main one which is better than the external one here which is right against your waist so hard to access when on the move.

The old ones were fairly indestructible, the strap held its size and they washed well. They were even cheaper than this one too. This bag’s strap works loose so I’ve had to tie it in a knot to stop it descending from my waist when my phone’s in it when I jog.

It’s useful but doesn’t wash well so have to wipe it. Still useful. Recommend it for price only really as competitors are equally flimsy and cost more. Please bring back the old blue ones!.

Excellent for running and holding a phone, or travelling and holding a passport/wallet/phone/glasses etc. You can fit a surprising amount in and it has a handy side compartment for things you want to access quickly like suncream etc.

Packs down to next to nothing – great for bike rides if you don’t have any storage for snacks too! Ridiculously good at this price.

The front pocket is big in size but when I keep things in there as I unzip everything starts falling off. And outside pocket doesn’t really hold anything. The inside small pocket and back pocket is very useful.

The belt size is very good and easy to use. There are small flaws but is still the only bag I prefer to carry.

Great print – love the bears! Nice size. Great everyday waist pack. Carry it all the time – from work to urban walking. Perfect. Highly recommend this pack (and Mountain Steals!). Enjoy your adventures!!.

I purchased this for an EDC bag and it’s great ! The internal organization it’s fantastic, the back pocket is great for electronics or a small planner. The zipper locking method is quick and convenient for travel.

Top grab handle is a must for me making it easy to get in and out of the car. The only thing missing is key leash in the main compartment, there is a small loop on the inside of the mesh pocket but it’s not convenient for keys.

The small back zipper pocket fits my iPhone 8 Plus. The strap design is also convenient for turning it into more of a “sling” style as well making this bag an overall great addition to any bag collector.

I knew this would be a great tool while out for the day in London or other small towns round the UK, but it turned out to be absolute perfection in size and organization. I carried my 10. 5 inch iPad, small umbrella, snacks, tube maps, brochures, phone etc with plenty of room to toss in other small items.

The back pocket is perfect secure location for passport and cash/cards. The crossbody design made it secure and comfortable. I used the bottle holder for water or my small umbrella at times. While at first I wasnt turned on by the style (not exactly chic), by the time I was on my trip, I just didnt care.

This bag is great.