It may not be a plastic bag, but it’s not exactly a Louis Vuitton Speedy either. Somewhere in the middle lies these handsome travel bags fit for every method of transportation. Grab one now and get moving.
Bike
When you’re on your bike, the idea is to enjoy yourself, not fumble around with your messenger bag. Go hands-free with the Brooks Challenge Tool Bag, $99. This remake of a 1896 tool bag is handmade in England out of vegetable tanned leather and is built to last with a sturdy leather bottom meant to attach under your bike seat. Other colors include green, brown, and black.
Walk
Your morning stroll to work will be so much more enjoyable with this beautiful handmade Messenger Rucksack, $69, created by an etsy designer. The comfortable adjustable straps disperse the weight evenly and the materials are 100% genuine leather. There is a zippered compartment on the back of the satchel, which also comes in Cognac.
Subway
Stand clear of the closing doors with this slim Officemate Buffy tote from Julie Apple, $128. Shimmy in with ease and fit comfortably among a crowded MTA space without disturbing your belongings (or your neighbors). The durable bag, made from recycled and organic materials, is big enough to hold everything. We can’t say the same for the subway car.
Train
Flee the city for a weekend getaway with this Vintage Remade Czech Military Tote from Mohawk General Store, $130, in tow. Not only does it look totally badass, it’s hand-sewn from salvaged army materials. Translation: it can take a beating so don’t be afraid to cram it in the stowaway spots for a little more legroom.
Plane
Take flight with Lo and Son’s The O.G. bag (stands for Overnight and Gym), $295. The internal structure of the bag makes it super sturdy and long lasting. Plus, the deep pockets and steadying back sleeve mean you won’t be left fumbling at security check-point. Also comes in Army Green, Espresso, and Plum.
Photos: Frank Herholdt, respective companies
Sarah Knapp is a Brooklyn based entrepreneur whose love for the outdoors and community building led her to the October 2013 creation of OutdoorFest. She has a BA in History, is a Wilderness First Responder and a NY state hiking, camp and boating guide. Her proudest achievement to date is reading the Aeneid in Latin. 
Allison was one of our first top writers and Chief Editor but is no longer working with offMetro. Allison is a native New Yorker, who has lived in Rome, Tuscany, Melbourne, Toronto and Los Angeles. She frequently contributed travel pieces to Family Travel Forum, using her own children as guinea pigs as they travel the globe. She never missed a chance to sample local delicacies, as her love for travel goes hand-in-hand with her love for food and wine. 
Josh Laskin is a freelance travel writer and photographer based in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. When he is not at work or on the road, you can find him in the mountains snowboarding, climbing, hiking, fly fishing, mountain biking, and eating bagel bites.
Annie is a travel writer, environmentalist, and surfer based in Venice, CA. She heads up our West Coast team, keeps our grammatical errors in check, and makes sure our California writers always have a plan for their next adventure. Follow Annie’s travels @annelisemcb.
Carly Pifer is a freelance writer who has been known to follow whims inspired by romantic movie scenes or colorful street style shots to India, Japan, Tunisia and Argentina. After stints living in Seoul, Boston, Paris and Los Angeles, writing and searching for something intangible, she landed somewhat steadily in Brooklyn and has begun to find inspiration in her more immediate surroundings. 
Kate E. O’Hara is a New York based freelance writer and photographer who loves all things food—especially the people who make it and market it. Her writing aims to capture the essence of the food experience; the stories that go well beyond a plate of ingredients. In addition to her love of food, Kate is also known to have a hankering for red wine and craft beer. You can also find Kate on Instagram