Bellroy Venture Sling 6L vs 9L

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Bellroy Venture Sling 6L vs 9L

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@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Edit: The strap material on the 6L version is only different on the Midnight colourway, the other colours have the same strap material as the 9L version. Venture Sling 9L amzn.to/3H6UYuY Venture Sling 6L fave.co/3ii8GAz heroclip amzn.to/331HigB Chums wallet amzn.to/3r24Vo3 Mini Flashlight amzn.to/3fVsWH1 cat food amzn.to/3o0h8HF Camera amzn.to/3H1Zbjn Ausair mask shopausair.com/products/airweave-merino-reuseable-mask Shure earphones amzn.to/3GX7UDD Hand gel amzn.to/3G0rPAo Neck buff fave.co/3IC8LtY Hand towel amzn.to/3r0Fcw4 Lifeventure wallet amzn.to/3AxDkhn Sunglasses enclavemfg.com/collections/sunglasses/products/model-20-tortoise-amber Space pen amzn.to/3s9V5Qn Mini space pen amzn.to/3nXNpiC Forclaz packable 10L fave.co/3rOlIdj Anker cable amzn.to/348RqcS

@aethelread5967 2 жыл бұрын

Which color do you prefer? And which strap material do you think is the best?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

@@aethelread5967 I didnt notice much of a difference with the straps unless you looked closely. Both colours are great, I tend to prefer the black/grey because it is more easy to mix with other colours you wear

@aethelread5967 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess I've seen some reviews saying that the seatbelt material strap is slippery thus, it needs readjusting more often than the strap found in the rest of the colorways since it slides down easily. I personally prefer the look and feel of the nightsky's strap as it is more thicker and silkier but I might go with the midnight colorway instead because of the cons of the nightsky's strap.

@ChaseWatkins. 6 ай бұрын

@@aethelread5967which one did you end up going with?

@wahtsg 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this! I think this is the first video of the 6L!

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, hope it helps

@wahtsg 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess Sure did! It's the exact same colour I had my eye on as well. Curious as to why they decided to make the strap different only on the Midnight though.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

@@wahtsg I'm not sure but maybe something to do with it being more sustainable / recycled or something.

@vincent-rz1pr Ай бұрын

First edc video with cat food in it, much appreciate.

@PackingLess Ай бұрын

Haha yeah, cant leave them hungry

@DawnJ.Thomas 6 ай бұрын

Totally forgot about my headphones // 🎧 going for the 9L. Thank you.

@dylanbystedt 2 жыл бұрын

The most reasonable EDC ever. I don't understand the big knives, flashlights, paracord bracelets. Do you live in the woods? Are you going to war? Wet wipes and pill holders all the way.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah its actually illegal to carry a knife here, although I never would anyway. Wet wipes are one of the most useful travel items I carry though. Everyone always wants me to give them one when they see me use them

@raksh9 Жыл бұрын

Although I use my phone's light in a pinch, I keep a small LED Lenser light at the bottom of my bag. Very powerful and it's there if I need it.

@vincent-rz1pr Ай бұрын

well said. Most of edc videos ironically are made by and for those not really have a edc need, instead all they do is making videos in the house.

@anneinauckland2318 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. That is such a helpful comparison! Also great that you are looking out for the cats.

@alvinbartolome1239 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I really like the Nightsky (navy blue) colorway in the 9L size. Great series of review and comparison. Very helpful. Thank you.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Youre welcome, yes the nightsky is a lovely colour

@yohan2437 Жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess I have a black venture and just sent back a nightsky due to the difficulty in adjusting the strap. The nightsky uses a much thicker webbing which makes it much more difficult to slide the adjusters. In contrast, the black (and colors) use a thinner version of webbing which is more comfortable and most importantly, thinner. This allow the adjuster to slide much more freely when you need to lengthen/shorten the strap.

@davidindub 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video it was really helpful! I watched it a few times then the 6L and yet I still ended up sending it back for the 9L nightsky - it seemed like the perfect size for a camera similar size to yours, but I wouldn't have been able to get it in and out of a packed bag quickly without dislodging things.

@PackingLess 6 ай бұрын

Yeah I think the 9L is probably best to most things. I've recently been enjoying the 4L lite sling from bellroy but its capacity is not enough for a camera really

@sonic604 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing the 6L bag. Really helped with my purchase decision. Cheers!

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@gbaygoogle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a comprehensive comparison. It helped me really see the differences between the two sizes. Sadly I still can’t decide which way to go. ;) #manybagproblems

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Why not both? lol

@gbaygoogle 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess I'll probably get there eventually but for now I'll pretend I can only pick one.

@kalebphillips9281 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison. I will definitely be getting the 9L over the 6L.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Good choice!

@TMM6900 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for comparing the switch too. Definitely a nice tech fitness video

@thuzzard Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the very detailed packing demonstration.

@BenjaminJcqt 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm only starting to look at slings and would love to see a comparison between the Venture Sling 6L and the Sling Lite 7L, on the paper the lite seems similar but lighter, more packable and cheaper 🤔

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to compared those bags, I have already returned the 6L though. From what Ive seen about the Lite 7L though is that the material is really no where near as substantial as the Venture series. And theres less pockets and less organization and due to the lack of padding it gets bulky and packed feeling very quickly.

@BenjaminJcqt Жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess reading this back, I recently realised that the Ecopak version of the Venture sling is 220g and with it being a "sail cloth" material it seems it's a sort of hybrid between the regular venture sling with the same organisation and the more lightweight, compressible sling lite (although it's also more expensive). I've pulled the trigger and bought one :)

@mr_red13 3 ай бұрын

@@BenjaminJcqtwould you recommend it?

@iam_nick Жыл бұрын

Great comparison, you have almost similar things I have as well. I was looking for a proper comparison with camera tuck in, I access that quite often out shooting with Fuji XT4. I think 6L works well however stressing the bag quite a lot (actually also happened to my previous bag), so this time I'm going with the 9L sling! Oh yeah, vapur bottle is cool, ordered that too! haha. Great videos you have in your channel.

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes the vapur is great and packs up so small, people always ask what it is when I get it out too lol. Overall the 9L is the best for general purpose and camera, recently Ive been using the Lite sling from Bellroy to squeeze my sony a7c in with a small lens. No room for anything else though

@pas0003 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your SUPER detailed review!

@kevinhicks1999 10 ай бұрын

So here's the thing - I'm off on a holiday and looking to purchase an EDC to hold various small items including a Fujifilm X100V, small water bottle, and glasses. I purchased the Bellroy Venture Sling 6L and think it looks great but is a bit smaller than I imagined tbh considering the 6L size mark. For example, the Peak Design Everyday Sling 3L camera bag - yes 3L - (superbly made also) has almost the EXACT same dimensions, looks able to store pretty much exactly the same amount of items and is extremely well crafted with comparable weather resistance etc - BUT quite a bit cheaper. Why is the Bellroy so much more expensive and named 6L, when the Peak Design of the same size is 3L ??????? Is there something odd going on???

@stefanosk27 Ай бұрын

Hi! I have the 3L Peak Design and I'm also considering getting the Bellboy 6L or 9L. So, I want more space because I find the Peak Design too bulky for its eternal storage. So, what you're saying is the PD 3L and the Bellroy 6L have similar internal space?

@stefanosk27 Ай бұрын

Besides my Fuji X-T30 with a small lens, I also need to fit in additional personal stuff, which just won't fit on the PD3L. A small water bottle is also a big plus!

@angspb78 7 ай бұрын

The bag looks much COOLER in Blue

@listen2tristan 2 жыл бұрын

Which would you opt for as your everyday carry sling? The 6L or 9L. On the fence…I’m planning to carry around the obvious: Keys, Wallet, Phone, Portable charger, Gum, Chapstick, Hand sanitizer, Mask, and AirPods. Not sure if using the 9L to carry just that stuff is overkill or if it’ll be worth it on days when I travel and bring a larger item like a water bottle, kindle, Nintendo switch, umbrella, or rain jacket, dslr camera etc. Thoughts on if I should get the 9 or 6L would be great :)

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

The good thing about this design is that it 'flattens' or compresses when you pack less in it, so it does feel more manageable with less in it (both of them have this compressive feature due to the strap design). I personally prefer the 9L because it carries more items and is more versatile. The 6L barely fits a full size pen in the pen slot because its not as tall. The 9L also has enough room for all those extra things you mentioned, whereas the 6L really couldn't carry much more if you did want to pack more.

@roy2886 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, it helped me decide which one to get. 😊

@angspb78 7 ай бұрын

I prefer a bag that fits well on my back. That is, which looks beautiful on the body from the front and back

@AA-17- 2 жыл бұрын

have the midnight 9l...considering the 6l nightsky...feels excessive though. But the 9l is a bit big to carry alongside a backpack.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I know what you mean, you might consider the 'Lite sling' too which is also 6L but a more lightweight material and slightly cheaper although also slightly less internal organization

@AA-17- 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess tried the Lite, disliked the fabric and the design. Quickly got lumpy. I've also got better light slings (Dsptch sling for one). Just need to sell my Bellroy 7l and grab the venture 6l

@jayhall3562 2 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video. I'm really torn between 6l and 9l. I have the exact same headphones so really swayed by that since you couldn't squeeze them in the 6l easily. However I am a tiny 5 ft woman so wondering if the 9l will look ridiculous on me... Any takes? I won't necessarily be always packing headphones as have buds. But equally good to have options... 🤷‍♂️ 🤣

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I personally prefer the versatility of the 9L, and I wouldnt say its too big, I mean most handbags are larger than this

@rtuulik Жыл бұрын

For anyone else in the same situation, I have the 6L bag and the headphone case fits inside and you can zip it up without any effort. In the video he is trying the headphone case and switch together, so thats why it doesnt fit.

@misstubbie1313 Жыл бұрын

I'm also a 5 ft woman! And the 9L looks great! It never looks bulky or cumbersome. It feels great! Most of the time, I carry it with a lot of room to spare. I like it like that in case I purchase some things along the road during my day. But when I need to carry a bit more, like my iPad Air 4 this has been a lifesaver

@jeabou_ 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly was expecting the cat food to be a cost-saving technique for food when travelling.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I suppose in an emergency situation... lol

@ElChronicler 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! I'm still a tad torn. The largest thing I see myself carrying would be an A5 notebook in a leather cover. Would an A5 hardcover notebook fit in the 6L? With a leather cover it comes to 9.25 inches by 6.5 inches. I am leaning toward the 9L because I imagine also wanting to carry a coffee thermos.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Personally the 9L doesnt even feel that much bigger than the 6L, so I would always suggest getting that if you ever want to carry a little more. The 6L always felt lacking in size to me whereas the 9L always felt just right.

@ElChronicler 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess Thanks!

@philoupc2239 Жыл бұрын

Great review ! Thank you

@Chinofied 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was very helpful.

@OffTheGrid1982 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison. I have the 9L. Quality EDC bag

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yes the 9L still remains me favourite

@bixby451 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative, thank you :)

@pirulino396 2 жыл бұрын

Can you made a size comparation of the Bellroy Venture Sling 6L with the Bellroy Sling ( 7l ), Bellroy Sling Mini ( 4l ) and Bellroy Lite Sling ( 7l )?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I have already returned the 6L, but the 7L lite I might check out. From what I can tell though the 7 and 6L are reasonably close in size and space. I have found the 9L to be the best overall for versatility

@888trees Жыл бұрын

could the 6L fit the camera and a tablet? im guessing the switch is a bit thicker than a tablet. im trying to fit my a6400 and a kindle paperwhite together. my camera could fit surprisingly in the bellroy lite sling mini rated 4L. couldnt fit it together with the kindle.

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

It might be possible, as you say, I could fit my Sony a7c with FE 20mm lens in the Lite 4L but adding a tablet might make it less feasible in the 6L I think

@wannahockachewie897 Жыл бұрын

Have you tried using a camera insert in the 6L to put in a camera with lens along with an extra prime lens? Curious if you were aware of what inserts might work.

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

I dont think there would be much room in the 6L for an insert as it would get too bulky I think. Bellroy do now have a camera specific 10L version with padding dividers built in though if you wanted a more camera focused bag

@wannahockachewie897 Жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess Ok thanks, I wanted to avoid something bulkier than a 6L, since I have a backpack if I really needed a lot of room. But maybe there's no avoiding getting a bigger bag.

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

@@wannahockachewie897 Id suggest checking out Tenba BYOB 7 or 9 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/atCdZqV3ktK0pHU.html I compared them here, they come with a sleeve that folds into a sling and is very lightweight and small combo if you wanted it for carrying camera gear

@jesseallen4184 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I’ve got the Bellroy Mini Sling but it’s a little too small for my needs. This 6lt Ventura looks perfect. Regarding the strap, which one do find more comfortable?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Both straps are the same width and so both are the same comfort to me. The black version perhaps feels every so slightly more 'grippy' but in real world usage theres no real noticeable difference

@highsoflyify Жыл бұрын

Thx for the great review: Weird question -> is it possible to hide this under a wide Hoody to get additional bag space while traveling with the plane? So it would be a 'invisible' third bag at the boarding gate? 😁😇

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

Hey, I think it would be easy to hide under a jacket if its zipped up particularly if its not overly packed and looks relatively flat

@Volkmannx Жыл бұрын

Helpful, thanks!

@MumenRider78 2 ай бұрын

Which size would you recommend as a holiday bag to go with my Osprey Farpoint 40? I would mainly be carry phone, passport, battery pack, Osmo pocket 3.

@PackingLess 2 ай бұрын

If its just a few small items like that I have actually really been enjoying the 4L lite mini one, but otherwise the 6L would be more than enough

@MumenRider78 2 ай бұрын

@@PackingLessAlright, ended up purchasing the Venture Sling 6L. Thanks for the response.

@rjzlwop3153 2 ай бұрын

Good morning, thank you for a great video. I am legally blind and I carry a cane with me. It is a folding cane approximately 12 inches in length folded up. Will that fit inside the bag?

@PackingLess 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, 12in is about 30cm, the 6L sling is 17cm wide so it wouldnt fit in that, the 9L is 20cm so unfortunately probably wouldn't fit in there either, it might fit in half sticking out on a diagonal angle

@camgrice 2 жыл бұрын

Might have missed in an earlier video, why do you carry both the wallets? I bought the Chums wallet for when I go camping.

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I use the chums wallet for when I travel and kind of as a coin purse because of the zips its great for carrying small items like that. I use the saddleback leather wallet for all my main cards and stuff while I'm home. This is the packing list I took with me on a recent trip to Thailand, which is why I still had the chums 'travel' wallet as I call it.

@ArtfulRoger404 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review! Quick question: what brand is your navy cap?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Youre welcome. That cap is the Versa cap by Western Rise ( www.pntrs.com/t/2-489977-189816-170834 )

@FUNG36987 3 ай бұрын

Hi thanks for the nice comparison. May I ask how tall you are? i am deciding which size fits me better as I am not sure if the 9L will be too bulky on my body (i am 172cm tall) when packing with a sony mirrorless camera with 1-2 lens..

@PackingLess 3 ай бұрын

Hey, sure, I'm 175cm

@IvanAcosta1981 8 ай бұрын

Great!! I was wondering if those Sony M4 fit...

@travisly218 2 жыл бұрын

Does the 6L have the huge zipper gap on the main compartment area like the 9L?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, its essentially the same in everything but size

@iftekharuddin 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. Is the 9L in midnight color or black?

@PackingLess 3 ай бұрын

Its the black if i remember correctly

@iftekharuddin 3 ай бұрын

Thanks

@Fish-ps4ri 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Quick question - will the 6L fit a sony a6400 with a 18-105 lens?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I think that lens would be a stretch, especially if attached but maybe. My a7c with 20mm 1.8 was also a bit of a stretch and left no room for anything else.

@fwfefrtefdv4719 11 ай бұрын

Hi, Thanks for your detail comparison. Do u think the 9L fit a 11" tab?

@PackingLess 11 ай бұрын

I think so!

@justinwong3148 Жыл бұрын

would an 11 inch ipad air fit in the 6L? seems like it might squeeze based on the online dimensions

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

Although I dont have one to test, I dont think so

@zoamel8066 2 ай бұрын

I knwo this is a late reply but my 11 inch barely fits into my 9l so i know it wont fit into the 6l

@matyoukee799 2 жыл бұрын

Does nobody use a paper notebook any more! The only thing I want to know is if any slings fit a classic Moleskine!

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I have added a small field notes notebook in the back zippered pocket. I checked that large classic moleskin is 5" x 8.25" which would fit with room to spare in the 9L, and I think may squeeze into the 6L

@ADV_20 9 ай бұрын

Hi there, thanks for the great review! I'm curious, which of these cases would be the best fit for my MX Keys Mini keyboard? Smalleris better for me.

@PackingLess 9 ай бұрын

You'd need the 9L because the 6L is 29.5cm wide and the keyboard is 29.6cm

@JM2084 11 ай бұрын

I’ve had the 9L for a while and my biggest gripe is that the strap doesn’t cinch down tight enough to hold tight on my back when I’m on my bike. I’ve got a skinny torso, is the 6L able to tighten down any further?

@PackingLess 11 ай бұрын

Hey I no longer have that particular model so I cant test it and say for sure. But I would say the best way to have it tight on your back would be to look into some kind of 'stabiliser' strap, that can attach to the mid point of the strap and the middle of the bag, something like this www.military1st.com.au/h4-acs-sstp-blk-hazard-4-stabilizer-strap-for-slings-and-messengers-black.html

@johnchan8271 Жыл бұрын

Any idea if the 6L will fit a 27oz Kleen Kanteen bottle (276.2 mm H x 72.5 mm W)? Thanks

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

Bellroy lists it as 295 x 170 x 88mm, and that bottle is about 276.2 mm H x 72.5 mm, I think it would be a tight fit

@drugstorecowboi 2 жыл бұрын

is the venture the only one out of all sling options to have all the internal pockets?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Do you mean within Bellroys line up? If so, yes I believe thats the case

@PepeRaMx 2 жыл бұрын

A lo que veo está no la recomendarías para cuando sales con la cámara verdad?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

si fuera solo para una cámara pequeña, estaría bien. Pero por lo general me gusta llevar más cosas además de mi cámara, así que la más grande me da más espacio para acomodar más cómodamente.

@korbela3329 2 жыл бұрын

In your experience did you find that the 9L was too big for a chest pack?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I wore it across the front quite often, I didnt feel it was too big but it depends how much you pack into it. The more packed it is the more it bulky out and becomes less comfortable across the chest

@korbela3329 2 жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess thankyou i ended up buying both haha

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

@@korbela3329 Good choice :D

@MumenRider78 2 ай бұрын

@@korbela3329Which do you prefer as a chest pack? To wear with a back pack.

@shersurewin Жыл бұрын

With the venture sling 6l, what is the best pocket to put your phone?

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

I keep my phone in my pants pocket but I think the front pocket on the sling would be good, or even the inner zippered pocket towards the back

@shersurewin Жыл бұрын

@@PackingLess I see. Really wanted to ask this since I like my pockets free most of the time. I love the venture line-up of slings, just wished there’s a dedicated pocket for phone or tablet, etc.

@joechoes87 2 жыл бұрын

I hesitade..; so i think take the the Bellroy Sling Lite :D

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

Good choice

@RealMuperSan 2 жыл бұрын

These look nice, but beyond my current budget.

@user-py4ym3po1v 2 жыл бұрын

Can an iPad Pro11-inch fit in the Venture Sling 6L?

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

I dont think so, I saw people saying it was only barely able to fit the ipad pro 11 in the 9L and this 6L is shorter and so theres no way it would fit

@UrfinDguse 2 жыл бұрын

Отличный обзор!)

@PackingLess 2 жыл бұрын

благодарю вас

@SkyRaker77 5 ай бұрын

would an ipad fit in the 9L?

@PackingLess 5 ай бұрын

I think it fits an ipad mini

@CEROTOPHRYS Жыл бұрын

Are the straps slash proof?

@PackingLess Жыл бұрын

I dont think they advertise them as being slashproof

@CEROTOPHRYS Жыл бұрын

Just thinking if you are carrying all your valuables (wallet, phone and keys). It would need just a grab, slash with a razor and pull and they would be gone!