By combining haulbag durability with urban functionality, the Street Creek 30 RT is a commuter pack perfectly suited for early morning commutes missions to the gym or late-night bike rides home from work in inclement weather thanks to its rolltop closure which offers ample weather resistance.
The Street Creek’s dedicated 15” laptop sleeve adds versatility for the working stiff, while the burly haulbag construction holds up to day-in, day-out commutes. And when the weather goes south, the rolltop and integrated rain cover pocket houses the protection you need when caught in a storm. The internal security pocket stashes your keys and wallet safely. The Street Creek 30 RT also features a front zippered organizational pocket for your daily essentials, and the pack’s EVA padded shoulder straps and back panel provide maximum comfort while commuting.
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Overall rating: 4.4444447 / 5 from 9 reviews.
Review topics: [straps, bag, looks, pockets, feel, color, top, pack, sleeves, access, laptop, backpack].
"Thick cordura(?) fabric. Water resistant if not waterproof. However the back outside compartment is divided, preventing insert of larger items."
"The Street Creek bags are perfect for the office and daily errands. I have both the Street Creek 24 and 30 and use both all the time. The 30 has less features for organization compared to the 24, but the extra capacity makes it perfect for taking to the gym and running errands around the city. The iron color isn’t too bright and looks great!"
"This is my third Black Diamond bag since 2011. By far my favorite was the City Creek Transit, which was discontinued. I have owned a City Creek Transit 32L since 2018 and IMO it's the perfect bag. Really bummed that it was discontinued and replaced by this Street Creek model. But I bought the Street Creek 30L because I loved my City Creek Transit so much and I needed to replace an old beater backpack that I've been using as my emergency kit. The old beater backpack is only 20L and was full to bursting -- and didn't quite hold everything I needed it to. When the new Street Creek was delivered, I thought the box looked a little small. And when I pulled the backpack out of the box, I had my reservations about its ability to hold 30 liters. But I thought maybe its form factor is deceptive and it actually has a spacious interior. So I began transferring everything from inside my old 20L backpack to the new 30L Street Creek. I found that the 30L Street Creek filled up almost to the brim WITHOUT me adding any new gear. Just everything that was previously inside the 20L. And there's no room left in the Street Creek to add any additional items. Size and space issues aside, this bag is inferior to the City Creek Transit in so, so many ways. The shoulder straps are thinner and shaped differently, and overall are way less comfortable. The laptop sleeve is set into the bag (probably contributing to its lack of internal space to hold gear) and is not as well-padded as the City Creek Transit. The side walls are thinner and do hold their shape, making it much harder to pack than the City Creek Transit. And to be honest, the rolltop looks cool but is a huge pain in the butt compared to the City Creek Transit's zipper top. And the extra top compartment on the City Creek Transit was much, much better for storing various small items like sunglasses than this new Street Creek's side compartment, which like the laptop sleeve pushes into the interior of the bag -- again likely contributing to the main interior not being capable of holding the advertised 30L. I could keep going about ways this model is inferior to the old City Creek Transit. But even on its own merits, it's not impressive. I really cannot get over how it is advertised as a 30L bag but can barely hold the contents of a 20L beater backpack. The fabric does not feel very durable. The shoulder straps are uncomfortable. Even the haul loops on the top are woefully underbaked, small and not easy to grab due to the rolltop construction. Overall, a real miss from a company that used to make outstanding backpacks."
"As a replacement for my Creek Transit 32L, I’m overall very pleased with this pack (StreetCreek 30RT). The inside lining is bright yellow which is helpful for viewing into the pack but may put off some users. The slim front pocket is more useful than I expected with an internal divider also. despite the durable and flat base, the pack will not stand erect on its own unless fairly loaded. The straps feel durable and comfortable though attach a little too close together to be ideal for my broad shoulders. I was worried that the rolltop closure would feel annoying as a daily use pack but I’ve come to prefer it over a zipper. The roll top is very easy and quick to manage and doesn’t necessarily need to be “rolled" or even closed properly. The laptop sleeve is good but not amazing like the old creek transit. This sleeve sits internal to the pack volume and just barely fits my slim 15 inch laptop. It would not fit a chunky 15 inch laptop. i’m enjoying the tall and narrow proportions of the pack and the materials seem ideal with long-term durability in mind."
"I’m very happy with the BD Street Creek 30 pack. During the week its my commuter bag and easily fits my laptop in the computer pouch and on the weekends its my incognito camera bag and day pack. I wanted a bag for my camera gear that didn't look like a camera bag that advertised I’m walking around with expensive camera gear. Granted it may look like I’m walking around with expensive climbing gear but most folks don't know how expensive climbing gear can be, most everyone knows camera gear is expensive. I can carry my 200-600 lens w/lens cover and camera body attached and quickly pull it out when needed. I like how it sits up on its own and doesn't have to be laid flat on the ground. I can carry a water bottle on the outside with a carabiner attached to the webbing loops. The only super minor complaint I have is that little clip that is usually used for attaching your keys is on the inside pocket whereas I think it should have been attached on the side stash pocket for quickly getting it out when you come back to your vehicle or house. I got the yellow bag and it looks good."
"Great bag. I like the fit, the extra pockets both ifor the laptop, keys/ other small items and front pocket. These are all relly useful to store items you might want to access more easily. I also like how the bag can always “standup” which makesnit easy whem accessing items in main compartment. Overall capacity is pretty good, as the roll down can be adjusted to accommodate more or less items. The bag is a bit narrow - which can make it feel like items at the bottom of bag are harder to get to though. Also while i knew what i was getting into without a side bottle holder, i do miss that convenience. Right now im just clipping a bottle to the side using a carabiner while biking for easy access. Have not used in the rain yet but hoping the advertised water resistance proves useful if / when i do."
"This bag is extremely comfortable and thoughtfully designed with easy access to three zippered pockets on one side. The small pocket is perfect for essentials like passports, keys, and wallets. The larger pocket provides quick access to power bricks, documents, and other everyday items, while the dedicated laptop sleeve easily accommodates screens up to 15". At 30L, the size is just right — roomy enough for an extra pair of shoes and a few changes of clothes, with space left over. It strikes a great balance between capacity and portability, making it ideal for both travel and everyday use."
"I got this pack to take to the climbing gym. Fits everything I need, including harness, chalk bag, a few pair of shoes, rope, water, snacks, and jacket with room to spare. If I needed. more room, the rope could easily be strapped to the top. Very durable, I imagine this pack will last forever."
"This bag had the pockets and durability I need to haul everything I need along with me on a work day. And the yellow color is great!"
