How to Choose a Bum Bag for Travel and Daily Use
By Rains® | Explore Waterproof Jackets, Bags & Outerwear | Published: 2026-10-26
Category: Buying Guides
This bum bag buying guide compares the Rains Bum Bag Micro and Dash Bum Bag for travel and daily use, focusing on hands-free convenience, waterproofing, and fit.
Quick answer
For travel and daily use, a bum bag offers hands-free convenience. Choose the Rains Dash Bum Bag if you need an elongated, flat profile that sits close to the body for movement, or the Bum Bag Micro if you prefer a compact size that fits just your phone, keys, and card.
Why a Bum Bag Works for Travel and Daily Use
A bum bag keeps your essentials close and your hands free, which is ideal for navigating airports, exploring a new city, or running errands. The key is finding the right size and fit so the bag stays comfortable throughout the day without feeling bulky or getting in the way.
Waterproofing Matters for Outdoor Use
Both the Bum Bag Micro and Dash Bum Bag are waterproof, which is a practical advantage for rainy commutes or outdoor festivals. The coated zip closures help keep the contents dry, so you don't need to worry about an extra rain cover.
Decision rules for choosing your bum bag
- Capacity needed: If you only need to carry a phone, a single card, and a key, the Bum Bag Micro is sufficient. If you need room for a slim wallet, lip balm, or a small power bank, choose the Dash Bum Bag.
- Body fit preference: The Dash Bum Bag's flat profile hugs your body closely, reducing movement during walking or biking. The Bum Bag Micro is slightly more rounded and may shift more if you're very active. Test the strap length: both bags have adjustable webbing straps, but the Dash's buckle closure allows easier length changes on the go.
- Accessibility on the move: The Dash Bum Bag includes a front zip pocket for items you need quickly, like a transit card or key. The Bum Bag Micro has a single main compartment, so you must open the main zip to access anything inside.
Product facts
- Bum Bag Micro: Bum Bag Micro is a downscaled version of Rains’ signature bum bag, designed to fit daily essentials like a card, key, and phone. Its compact size makes it ideal for minimalists who only carry the basics, but it won't hold larger items like a phone charger or sunglasses case.
Bum Bag Micro - Dash Bum Bag: Dash Bum Bag has an elongated shape and flat profile that sits close to the body, plus a front zip pocket for quick-access items. The flat design reduces bulk and bounce during movement, making it better for active use like walking or cycling, while the extra pocket adds organization for keys or cards.
Dash Bum Bag
Which bum bag fits you best?
Best for
- Travelers and commuters who want a slim, close-to-body fit and extra pocket for quick access (Dash Bum Bag)
- Minimalists who carry only the essentials and prefer the smallest possible bag (Bum Bag Micro)
Not for
- Anyone who needs to carry more than a phone, card, and key (Bum Bag Micro)
- Those who want a bag with multiple compartments or a separate smartphone pocket (both models)
