Cabin Zero CP32 Updated Review During Trip
I’ve written about this pack before so here’s an update to how I am enjoying traveling with the Cabin Zero Classic Plus 32. I’m currently traveling through the Normandy area for two weeks with that bag as my only luggage and it’s really grown on me. I’ve had it for a couple of years and originally thought it was pretty uncomfortable. But between being more thoughtful about how I pack it and really playing with strap adjustment I’ve got it really comfortable now.
I got my packed weight to about 14 lb, which I was kind of bummed wasn’t lower, but I don’t think I can get much lower at this point. The clothes are 5 lb and I have a couple of “extra” things that I really don’t want to not bring. Those being a fan for having at the hotel at night, and binoculars.
One realized goal is that I have a decent amount of spare space now. Like today I was able to pack in a baguette sandwich and a couple of croissants while train traveling with plenty of room for them to not get squished. For a daypack or overflow I have a nano backpack and tote, but I haven’t needed extra room at all yet.
I have modded this pack a bit so I’m happy it’s finally feeling good to wear. I added front bungee straps, a top dump pocket, interior compression, replaced zipper pulls, and a bunch of other tweaks.
What I’ve packed with the knowledge I can do laundry every few days:
X2 t shirts
X3 tank tops
X1 short sleeve button up shirt
Sun shirt
Raincoat
X1 packed Ketl shorts
X4 undies
X4 socks
Xero sandals
USB fan
Small binoculars
Charging cables and plugs
Minimal first aid kit
Repair kit with some gear aid tape, needles, paracord
Small toiletry bag with Oneblade shaver
Liquids ziplock bag
Prescription glasses
Sunglasses
AirPods
battery bank
Little bag of essentials (Advil, fingernail clippers, flossers, etc)
I think this is a great budget friendly alternative to bags like AER TP and Evergoods. I have never touched one of those so i don’t know if there’s something magical about them but this one opens full clamshell, is pretty light, made with quality materials and hardware, and looks decent. Plus since it’s cheap you can take a seam ripper to it to make modifications without too much guilt.
Posted Jun 11, 2026, 9:24 PM UTC