I know what you mean. I currently use a Karrimor Hotrock daysack which has no side pockets at all. They are supposed to be for Alpine use but I find it ideal for scrambling through tight spaces or trees etc. They are really tough pieces of kit too, mine is already about 8 years old and still going strong.<br><br>With regards fanny/bum bags etc I have just picked up a North Face shoulder bag which is pretty compact and can hold most of my daily kit. Cost me 200 baht (Thai currency) which is about $5 I think. Originality is high suspect, but it does the job.<br><br>Thanks for your thoughts on this topic.