If you’re looking to expand your EDC options, you should seriously consider buying a waist bag, which isn’t as cumbersome as carrying around a backpack and more practical than stuffing your pockets with your go-to everyday carry gear. The best part? There are many affordable options on the market! If you do some research, you can get the perfect waist bag without having to spend too much money. Here are tips that will help you find the right waist bag to fit your needs.
1. Choose the right material
There are two main materials that are used to make waist bags, nylon and leather. Both materials are great in their own right. Choosing the right material for your waist bag should depend on what you need it for, if you’re going to wear it every day or just while traveling, and how much you’re willing to spend on it.
If you want a stiffer material that will hold up better over time, leather is the best option for you. However, it is also heavier than nylon and you’re going to spend a good amount of money for a simple waist bag. If you’re looking for functionality, nylon is the better choice. It is cheaper than leather and very durable without being heavy. Another benefit of using nylon as your material choice is that you can easily clean it with a damp cloth and if needed, you can even spot-clean it with some dishwasher detergent and gentle scrubbing with your fingers.
2. Consider the waist bag’s capacity
Be sure to take note of the waist bag’s capacity before buying it. A simple day-to-day waist bag will be able to hold small items like a mobile phone, your wallet, a flashlight and a bottle of water. The best part? These types of bags don’t require much space so they are ideal for those who aren’t looking for something too large or heavy to carry around.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for something that can carry more items, you should look at larger waist bags. These types of bags can hold water bottles, half a bottle of mouthwash, snacks and other random items. As you can see, the capacity of such a bag will depend on the items that you’re going to use it for.
3. Consider where you are going to use your waist bag
If your perception is that waist bags should serve as an EDC accessory for every day carry tasks, this is a common misconception that shouldn’t scare you away from buying one. A lot of people believe that small waist bags are only useful when traveling or when being out in public.
A single fold-up waist bag can serve as a good EDC for several days and that’s a great way to see if maybe you’re not the only one who thinks so.
