Bellroy Venture Ready Sling 2.5L - Nightsky

Price was steep but the product a worthy successor to my venerable Deuter 6L belt/sling bag that was, after a decade, finally being pensioned off was all that was promised with lots of useful pockets so I no longer have to search the bottom of the bag for small objects. The top zippered pocket is particularly useful because it takes my backup battery, cables and adapters. The internal sidepockets take my lightweight shopping bags.With better weather proofing through sealing zips and bag matierial, I have less problems with the wet. The belt adjustment is both easier and less likely to slip. My only gripe is that the colour is not what I imagined..."Basalt" turned out to be a dark blue and not a dark grey as I expected.

Awesome First Sling

My brothers got different types of slings in the days and I really like any of theirs. I decided to get mine and this is my first one. Was looking for a causal but also a sling to be able to wear when I dress up a bit. This one fits the bill! Thought it would be too large but when you have it on it looks perfect. Was able to even fit my iPad Pro 11”. Love everything about it and very comfortable to wear.

Best Sling Bag

This is the best sling bag I have ever tried. I have previously tried slings by Timbuk2, Crumpler, STM, Chrome and a few others. The amount of padding and pockets on this make it amazing for the size and it's really comfortable as well. The only thing it's missing is a padded shoulder strap pad. I just used a Protec strap pad I already had. Still fine without but some might prefer to have that padding. Will buy the slightly larger version as well considering how much I like the design.

Excellent, practical and genuine

This is our second Bellroy purchase in span of two weeks. Purchased a rust small sling for my husband initially and then this black 9th sling. Bellroy’s understanding for design is way far ahead than any other big brands in this segment. Being leather free adds to its brand image. Both me and my husband are all set for our long travel needs with lovely bags !Just a request, your website says that the 9th sling comes in a separate black bag……… but I received it open in a carton. So maybe you can check on it please? Thanks.

Flimsy, plastic clip + main compartment that doesn’t fully close

Although the Bellroy Venture sling has some thoughtful organizational features and I wanted to love it, surprisingly, the clip used to attach the carrying strap to the body seems to be made of thin, flimsy plastic.When simply slipping on the sling for the first time (empty), the clip snapped, leaving it useless for carrying. Since the other end of the strap is permanently attached to the body, it’s not a simple matter of swapping it out, so this was an instant return—and a search for a more durable product from a different brand.It’s hard to understand why a stronger, better designed part wasn’t used, as this felt cheap in a product that wasn’t.Also of note is that because of the Venture’s design, even when the main compartment is zipped fully closed, there ... MoreAlthough the Bellroy Venture sling has some thoughtful organizational features and I wanted to love it, surprisingly, the clip used to attach the carrying strap to the body seems to be made of thin, flimsy plastic.When simply slipping on the sling for the first time (empty), the clip snapped, leaving it useless for carrying. Since the other end of the strap is permanently attached to the body, it’s not a simple matter of swapping it out, so this was an instant return—and a search for a more durable product from a different brand.It’s hard to understand why a stronger, better designed part wasn’t used, as this felt cheap in a product that wasn’t.Also of note is that because of the Venture’s design, even when the main compartment is zipped fully closed, there are still gaps/openings at the ends of the sling, which means that small, loose items inside can fall out. This isn’t something you should ever need to worry about in an EDC product.For the reasons mentioned above, I cannot recommend the Bellroy Venture sling.

Holds a ton and is easy to carry

I'm enjoying this sling a lot so far. I bought it for an upcoming trip where I was looking for something that would hold my mirrorless camera with a good sized lens and still have enough room for my iPhone, wallet, passport, external battery and cables for my phone, etc. This sling holds everything comfortably without looking like a stuffed sausage casing. The strap is easy to adjust and the material feels great and like it will last for a long time.

I have no complaints!!

Bought this bag about 2 or 3 years ago to replace a similar sling bag which broke. I use this bag almost daily and also for music festivals where I’m in crowds and dancing a lot the whole time. I have never had an issue with the bag being unsecured and usually I’m carrying a full bag with a water bottle inside, umbrella and jacket hanging off the bag. I like all the compartments and there is a lot of space! I’m always the things person in my friend group carrying all the food and water for events. I have no problem with things falling out of the bag. As long as you zip the bag all the way closed, nothing will fall out. I’ve never lost anything even in crowds where theft is rampant and even when I’m dancing hard and non stop for hours. There are also like these two ... MoreBought this bag about 2 or 3 years ago to replace a similar sling bag which broke. I use this bag almost daily and also for music festivals where I’m in crowds and dancing a lot the whole time. I have never had an issue with the bag being unsecured and usually I’m carrying a full bag with a water bottle inside, umbrella and jacket hanging off the bag. I like all the compartments and there is a lot of space! I’m always the things person in my friend group carrying all the food and water for events. I have no problem with things falling out of the bag. As long as you zip the bag all the way closed, nothing will fall out. I’ve never lost anything even in crowds where theft is rampant and even when I’m dancing hard and non stop for hours. There are also like these two straps at the end of the zippers where you can tuck the zippers under there when closed to provide more security. I actually have the white version of this bag which can get dirty quickly but I usually just wash it with baking soda and soup to refresh it. Overall this bag has been my go to. It’s been around the world at many music festivals. It’s definitely larger then other sling bags but I like the ability to carry a lot of stuff on me!!!

Original Bellroy Product

Thank you Modern Quests, for bringing Bellroy products to India. This is a very practical bag to carry your EDC especially while travelling. This is my second sling from Bellroy from this site. The sling mini is my daily EDC carry. Absolutely recommended.

This is what you want.

Gave this bag to my partner who said he was interested in an over the shoulder type of bag. I did my research and this one was praised by many different folks. Let me tell you, we just got back from an international vacation and it did not disappoint! Super durable. Great size. Amazing construction. It held SO MUCH! At one point it had sunglasses, passports, earbuds, a comb, sunscreen, keys, protein bars and probably more that I’m forgetting. We love how the zipper opens from both sides. Also how it compacts if you’re not carrying much. This is a great find that I can’t recommend enough. It feels tough too, great material.

Very well thought through piece of equipment with great build quality and flexibility

This piece was really purposely considered and has great padding to keep things safe, and the right number of pockets in the right places to make a bag that’s really easily accessible with one hand. The tripod carrying straps are clever and get out of the way easily when you don’t need them, but are invaluable when you do. Is well constructed, and I have no doubt that will hold up for quite some time and outdoor travels.