Help! Keep the Rhyder 24 or the Drifter 31?
I need help deciding which bag to keep because I've been going back and forth for days.
I ordered both the Rhyder 24 and the Drifter 31, both in chocolate brown suede, because I couldn't decide online. Now that they're here, I honestly like them both... but they're completely different styles.
The problem is that I don't think it makes sense to keep both since they're the exact same color and material. I haven't removed any of the wrapping, stuffing, or protective packaging because I wanted to be able to return either one in pristine condition. That also means I haven't really been able to "test drive" them or get a true feel for how they look and wear.
My initial thoughts:
- Rhyder 24: I love the size, the slouchy look, and think it's a more practical everyday bag.
- Drifter 31: I absolutely love the Y2k vibes but in person it seems a little bulkier than I expected. I'm wondering if that's just because it's still stuffed with all the packing material and would soften up once it's actually used.
For those of you who own either (or both):
- Which one do you reach for more?
- Does the Drifter become noticeably less bulky once it's broken in?
- If you were me, would you keep both even though they're the same chocolate brown suede, or would you return one and maybe get the other style in a different color later if I still wanted it?
I'd love to hear your thoughts, especially if you've handled both bags!
Posted Jul 7, 2026, 10:10 PM UTC