Akona Globetrotter Bag

2024-05-12T21:12:31

Are you a minimalist traveler? If so, this bag is the bomb! Why? All my gear AND a week of clothes/toiletries fit in this carry-on. The beauty of it? While everyone else is waiting for their checked bag, I'm through customs, in my rental car, and heading for the beach! (Mic drop)

David G.

2023-12-12T14:10:15

I own this bag & its reg bag for the bottom. I have packed it a few times. Im about to fly with it 1st time. I can tell you that for me, fitting everything was very tight, but I suspect it's all about how you pack your wetsuit that makes all the difference. My bc fit easily but it's XS aqualung Zuma, my wetsuit is a medium 5mm and I still have space for boots, a save a dive kit, mask with hard case, my waterpoof thigh bag which is full (smb, reel, bolt snaps, torches). All my gear CAN fit with strap-on fins outside. Fins too tall even if there was space. spare clothes MIGHT fit if I rolled them and my wetsuit together just right. I'm waiting on an answer from Q&A because this is 5" beyond FAA carry-on maximums. I'm worried you can't actually carry this into plane.

Michelle P.

2022-04-04T14:44:27

I have not traveled with it yet however I have done a pre trip packaging of it. One medium Zeagle Stilleto bcd, one medium mens 5mm full suit, a pair of boots, one mask in hard case, snorkle and regulator with spare air went in with hardly any room left over. Hopefully after packing a few times and getting the method down it won't be so tight. I barley had room to zip the top closed. More will come after I have traveled with it.

BRIAN C.

2022-01-11T08:44:59

Makes traveling in countries with limited space in cabs and hotels easier and liveaboards easy storage.

SUSAN H.

2022-01-10T17:41:21

Fits everything I need for a dive trip in a carry on.

Cindy T.

2021-08-02T06:40:16

My husband and I each got a backpack for at recent trip. We use it for ALL our essential gear to get on/off the boat. We do not use these for actual travel. (We all know we bring extra gear, just in case). Awesome things: It?s very roomy inside. I have the Akona Laguna Reg bag w/ expanding mesh bag and that fits snugly inside along with my bcd, my 3mm or 5mm full wetsuit, a towel and small dry bag with a change of clothes. With room to spare for water bottle. (My reg bag holds my reg, mask, gloves, cap, flashlights, & safety sausage and reel.) I found hard plastic locking cases that fit perfectly into the front pockets and keeps stuff dry. I clip an S-Clip to the mesh handle on the front for sunglasses case or travel wallet w/ cert cards. Folds up nice and compact for storage. Things to improve: 1)Big deal!!! The fin straps could be a little bit longer and sew bigger stops at the ends so the buckles don?t fall right off. Yes, happened to both our bags. We had to order replacements; 2)A zipper pocket inside the back or on the lid; 3)Water bottle pocket on outside. It?s a great bag overall and we highly recommend it.

Gina D.

2021-06-28T10:49:22

First run with this bag was a recent trip to the Caribbean. Definite pluses and minuses Positives - cavernous interior - fit a 5mm wet suit, Regulator set, computer, boots, and BCD fairly easily. - nice external pockets - one fits a large mask and is nicely pared to avoid scratching; the other one is perfect for other smaller items. - external straps held fins nicely. - easy to turn inside out for cleaning; fairly waterproof. Negatives / room for improvement: - needs more external pockets for other items. A knife holder or hidden pocket in the top would be nice. - straps are thin and the pack needs more structure on the back. Can be tough to carry more than short distances. - a hip belt would help to balance the weight better

DANIEL N.

2021-05-06T17:17:50

It will hold a full set of gear but you bc would not fit with the Akona reg bag. Had you sent leisure pro bag instead. Mesh gear bag had to go separate. Would not use on boat. No drainage. Would rate higher than three but it badly needs a back style waist belt. After hauling it through two airports neck and back very stiff. Padded shoulder straps too. I would pay for these extras especially when flying through multiple airports. Otherwise it got the bill for what I wanted.

HUGH B.

2021-03-05T19:00:00

Delivery was quick and the bags seam durable and well made. They hold everything I need and makes transporting my dive gear a lot easier.

RitaB

2018-12-27T04:45:31

Well made backpack that fits an entire set of dive gear including 3mm full suit. It fits easily in the overhead, but I always had to remove my fins to get it in. It is a good bag, but I found once my dive gear was loaded I still needed an underseat bag for my personal items/camera, etc. The issue for me was carrying both the backpack and the underseat bag was HEAVY and uncomfortable. I found using a wheeled carry on for my scuba gear was better coupled with an underseat duffle with a handle sleeve that slides over the wheeled bag handle. Now I fly through the airport with ease:)

Laura B.

2018-11-12T06:32:24

I used the bag for a cruise. It held all of my gear with no issues.

Charles B.

2018-05-10T08:53:10

It was just what I needed for a short visit . I can pack exactly enough, so as to avoid checking a bag.

Allen H.

2018-02-27T06:26:30

Great travel bag for the money, have traveled to Mexico with it, no issues!

JOHNIE J.

2018-02-21T15:29:58

I took this to a live aboard dive cruise. I packed it full so it didn’t fit the carry on requirements but it was compact and held together well. My fins kept in place and material is high quality. Padding on the straps would be great!

Joan E.

2017-10-25T08:31:50

This bag works very well as either a travel bag or taking your gear to the boat. The only thing lacking is a dry bag space for items.

John V.

2017-10-25T08:06:27

I live in New York and needed a travel bag when, on special occasions, I travel to the south to go diving .Because I would only need this a couple of times a year I didn't want to spend $200+ dollars on a high end carry bag. This bag was perfect! It fit all my equipment - Reg,computer, full wet suit, boots, gloves, mask, snorkel, full size BC, repair kit, towel, fins etc, etc. It was easy to carry and I was able to take it as a 'Carry On' on the airplane. I guess the only improvement I would suggest would be to make the carry straps more padded. Buy it - you won't be disappointed Plus I highly recommend Leisure Pro - Had one minor issue with my many orders with them and they resolved it quickly!

DANIEL M.

2017-08-06T20:00:00

Very nice bag. Sturdy. Functional. Looks great. I expected it to be bigger. I purchased this bag as well as the Akona Collapsing Duffel Bag with Protective Regulator Bag. Glad I did. I am only able to get my bcd (XL) and a few small items (dive knife, mask) in this bag. Forget the wetsuit, boots, and any larger items. MIGHT be able to get a shorty wet suit and booties in there if you crammed it.

RobertS

2017-05-16T10:36:53

This is a very handy gear bag. I can throw most of my gear in and just go. I would recommend it for anyone.

Daniel B.

2017-05-12T08:30:18

What a great way to travel with dive gear! Reg, BCD, mask, fins, snorkel and 3 mil wet suit all fit with a little extra room left. No more checking a big roller bag with gear. Fits in airplane overhead easily. Shoulder straps could use some extra padding for more comfort.

RANDY S.