Fanny packs that don't scream 80s?

[cransplash]

I am doing a few excursions in PR next month where I have my camera, iphone, and a small wallet. I'd like to find something that is functional but doesn't scream "I have a fanny pack".

Are there any stylish fanny packs out there you can recommend?

[spankswife]

I like the lu lu lemon one. I like that it looks "active" not old lady.

[cransplash]

Feb 12, 2014 9:11:23 GMT -5 spankswife said:

I like the lu lu lemon one. I like that it looks "active" not old lady.

Can you link or provide the name? I'm looking at the site and I can't find any fanny pack like bags...

[rikki]

What about something like this?

www.etsy.com/listing/170510131/hip-wrap-fanny-pack-waist-pack?ref=related-2

[cransplash]

OK, maybe saying "stylish" was inaccurate. I just don't want to sport something like I used to wear in the 80s as a child:


I am not carrying a lot of stuff- just P&S cam, iphone, 1-2 protein bars, some cash, and 2 CCs. I don't mind a rugged look. We will be doing some light hiking, as well as ziplining.
Maybe something like this?

[spankswife]

Feb 12, 2014 9:14:42 GMT -5 cransplash said:

Feb 12, 2014 9:11:23 GMT -5 spankswife said:

I like the lu lu lemon one. I like that it looks "active" not old lady.

Can you link or provide the name? I'm looking at the site and I can't find any fanny pack like bags...

Hmm, I don't see them anymore either. If you google image search them, they have a few styles. Maybe the actual stores might have some in stock?

I also like my Longchamp cross body.

www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/longchamp-planetes-messenger-bag?ID=129068&CategoryID=23559#fn=spp%3D53%26ppp%3D96%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D99%26spc%3D75itemsin Longchamp

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They probably won't let you zipline with a fanny pack on. If I remember right we had to leave everything in lockers before we could leave.

They would allow you to put a P&S sized camera in your pocket though.

[Deleted]

I also vote small backpack (or coat with zippers, if the weather will allow that).

[cransplash]

Ok, I think the general consensus is no fanny pack. I can't really zipline with a backpack or crossbody. I'll just only bring my iphone and wear a zippered pair of shorts. Thanks!

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Feb 12, 2014 9:23:38 GMT -5 RockNVoll said:

I am no fashion maven by any means but I think "stylish fanny pack" is just an oxymoron. It sounds like you're not planning on carrying a big DSLR or anything so can you just use your iPhone as your camera? I would just take the phone, a credit card, and some cash and stash it in a pocket. This is a big reason why I hoard pants and shorts with good, secure, zippered pockets.

If I have to have a bag--like when I have a water bottle, tour book, etc.--then I go with a cross-body bag. Love my Timbuk2 messenger bag.

What kind of excursion are we talking here? A hike where you don't want to be carrying a lot of stuff, or just walking around sightseeing?

I LOVE my Timbuk2 messenger bag for travel.  I take it everywhere from hiking to sightseeing in the city.  It has great zip and velcro compartments inside for valuables.  It's also easy to clean and can get wet.

[anna7602]

I vote cargo pants with deep/buttoned or zippered pockets. Lightweight material for PR.

[scout8]

Another vote for a small backpack.

[emilyinchile]

For hiking where you want something functional, I see no problem with an outdoorsy fanny pack in the same way that even zip-off pants (shudder) have their place in outdoor activities despite the fact that they're hideous. I'd buy the one you PIPed or similar. But it definitely screams "I have a fanny pack," there's no getting around that.

[GilliC]

Feb 12, 2014 9:37:34 GMT -5 cransplash said:

I am not carrying a lot of stuff- just P&S cam, iphone, 1-2 protein bars, some cash, and 2 CCs. I don't mind a rugged look. We will be doing some light hiking, as well as ziplining.

For this, I would just wear a pair of fitted cargo pants. I have a pair of Norrøna Svalbard that would fit that much stuff easily.

When I have a little more, I use a small Osprey hydration pack with the bladder removed, since it's smaller than a regular backpack.

[caden]

I can fit all of the things you mentioned in my travel wallet. Something like this: www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00004SR8Z?cache=8ba9b4b2642431a04d3df82a7da51a6e&pi=SY200_QL40#ref=mp_s_a_1_3&qid=1392316854&sr=1-3

Which I wear sort of hang under my top layer of clothes. It's not hidden, but the strings are. I don't carry a P&S though; that might not fit well with a phone too, so I'd carry my phone in my pocket.

[Deleted]

I prefer to call them WAIST packs and am not too proud to admit when hiking, I will rock a WAIST pack

This is the one I have an it's a little expensive:
www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/equipment-luggage_duffels/sport-hiker.html?from=subCat&variationId=JK3&cm_mmc=Google-_-ProductListingAds-_-ProductTerms-_-The+North+Face+Sport+Hiker+Travel+Bag

But they come in cheaper versions:
www.rei.com/product/829846/mountainsmith-kinetic-tls-waistpack

I kind of sling mine off to the side and no one has ever said "ZOMG LOOK AT THAT FANNY PACK."

[Champagne Supernova]

I'm into fashion and all that good stuff but when it comes to outdoor excursions, that's when I make an exception.

To me, I pick functionality and comfort over "looking cute".

So, go with whatever works for you!

[GilliC]

Feb 14, 2014 11:33:02 GMT -5 Champagne Supernova said:

I'm into fashion and all that good stuff but when it comes to outdoor excursions, that's when I make an exception.

To me, I pick functionality and comfort over "looking cute".

So, go with whatever works for you!

I go with both! But it's easy when you live in a place where you can rock a brightly-colored rain shell in the middle of the city and have people say "Ooh, Arcteryx! Nice jacket!"

PS - This is also a place where fanny packs are extremely common, because they're used a lot for cross-country skiing. www.amazon.com/Swix-Small-Fanny-Pack-Red/dp/B002XBIGZ0 (ETA- That picture is dumb. You wear it on your back. It's a lumbar bag, since you're leaning forward.)

[msturtle143]

I've seen a Gucci one that I thought was kinda cute but a it is what it is, really  

[sillygoosegirl]

Feb 12, 2014 9:19:58 GMT -5 rikki said:

What about something like this?

www.etsy.com/listing/170510131/hip-wrap-fanny-pack-waist-pack?ref=related-2

Clever!  I may have to buy one, or make one like that...