The New Béis Day Tripper Made Me Ditch My Duffle Bag for Good—Here’s Why

The Day Tripper’s Pros:

Its narrower shape makes it much easier to weave through crowds, and its water-repellent nylon is a must for travel, a trait that was cemented early on my first trip, when a stranger’s coffee dribbled down the side of it on a crowded train. One wipe of a napkin, and it was gone. (However, I tested the Maple colorway, so it’s easier to hide stains than, say, Atlas Pink.)

Its best feature, however, is a marked change from the Weekender and Mini Weekender—you can unzip and roll up the liner separating the tote bag from the shoe compartment on the bottom of the bag, resulting in a deeper, more spacious bag overall. That versatility came in handy when repurposing the bag to stow extra diapers and wipes, or cram in a blanket for a picnic at the park.

With all of the pockets, it’s easy to stay organized, so you’re not rummaging around in the security line at the airport, frantically searching for your boarding pass, ID or tablet.