Graphene-X Limitless Backpack Review (This one's CONTROVERSIAL!)
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- Опубликовано: 8 июн 2024
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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Gist of the Pack
03:38 - Front of the Pack
08:29 - Middle of the Pack
12:36 - Back of the Pack
17:45 - Pros and Cons
19:05 - Alternatives
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Limitless. Cutting-edge. Exceptional.
These are three qualities that you might be looking for in a pack. Who wouldn't, right?
Well, the all-new Graphene-X Limitless Backpack is here. But the real question is: "Is it really limitless?"
First, this pack is engineered to be the perfect EDC for work, gym, and travel. Its Graphene-infused fabrics make it top-notch. Its front compartment has a clamshell-style opening and it has a yellow interior fabric for you to easily see the content of your pack.
Although the choice of fabric is not everyone's cup of tea, its innovative features still make this pack awesome and exciting to use.
To learn more about our honest thoughts about the Graphene-X Limitless Backpack, watch our video for an in-depth review!
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Get the Graphene-X Limitless Backpack if…
✅ You want the dual thermal side compartment feature of this pack.
✅ You think the clamshell opening and organization of this pack is perfect for you.
✅ You think the external net compartment will be useful for your everyday commute.
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DO NOT get the Graphene-X Limitless Backpack if…
❌ You want an awesome EDC brand specializing in tech gear protection. Below's another alternative... 👇🏼
🎒 Mous Commuter Extreme Backpack
✍🏼 This pack offers specialized tech gear protection and overall cushion. It also has a different vibe and aesthetic.
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/472qE1P
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❌ You are in love with its look but you're not that sold to its materials. Check below for another great option… 👇🏼
🎒 Black Ember Citadel R3
✍🏼 This is another minimalist pack that looks pretty similar. This 25-liter pack is made with better fabric and materials giving more water resistance.
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/3O7ytM8
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❌ You want minimalist/urban pack with a similar vibe and more features made by an already distinguished brand. This is another recommended option for you… 👇🏼
🎒 Aer City Pack Pro
✍🏼 This has a large following because of its signature 'Aer-sthetic'. It's made with great materials and definitely more features!
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/3RugeRy
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Specs/Features/Summary
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• Capacity: 25-liter capacity
• Color: Black
• Graphene-integrated 900D polyester matrix
• Advanced hydrophobic coating for superior weather resistance.
• Two separate side compartments for a 16'' laptop and tablet.
• Stain-resistant compartment below for shoes or gym attire.
• Two insulated bottle compartments
• Unfolds flat for effortless packing and organization
• YKK Aquagard® zippers
• High-vis interior
• Bladder port
• RFID-protected compartment
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Hey Aaron! I love how you test the specs that the company lists on their website. I think it’d be super cool if you tested the volume too. I always feel unsure about whether to trust listed volume since different companies seem to do it differently.
We have plans to test volume soon!
And now ladies & gentlemen, the manufacturer will pay attention. It all started with that tiny little magnifying scope. Let the Comp begin..!@@Nomads.Nation
I absolutely love this bag's interior color! It's simply stunning and definitely the reason I would consider buying it !! 😂😂
nice! yes, some people love the color, taste is very subjective lol
Wow, I think you've just found my dream pack! I too live in hk so the water bottle situation is a must. I like the black ember gear but their water holder won't take a 1l. Love your channel by the way.
thanks so much and glad to help
Love the video! Are you planning to review Got Bag’s new Pro Pack?
Cheers! And no it’s not on our radar at the moment but hoping to soon
Hello, I've had this bag for a few months now, and I like it. It's just perfect for my needs going to work. It's versatile, so I also use it for the gym and short travels. So far, it's still as good as it was on the first day.
Thanks for your perspective! I’ll agree that the bag is very versatile for sure
Thanks for your review, a few comments. I've ordered one but waiting for delivery...
- Love the yellow interior, having had bags that are black inside, finding stuff especially when lights are dim on a plane can be tough. Yellow helps a lot.
- Organisation front of pack reminds me of TAD Axiom s24/s2 which i loved, so very happy to see similar setup here
- It is a touch on heavy side but i can deal with it for all the functionality
- Shoe compartment is unnecessary imho... overengineered (generally i'd say the bag is a bit too overengineered and could have cut back on a few of the features. Agree with hip belt/sling bag comments).
- Two insulated water pockets is too many, only one needed imho.
- I have a 16 inch laptop and then another 16 inch portable tablet like 2nd screen so love the two laptop compartments. Also have two kids and storing both their tablets also another great use case.
- Top zippered pocket inside main compartment seems overkill and tough to access when bag packed out
- Love the external water bottle holders/tripod holder/walking stick. Love the external carrying system.
I own goruck gr2 which is awesome but lacks some of the organisation i loved about the TAD Axiom s2 i own (but this pack is a touch small at 19l.... couldn't get hands on TAD Axiom s24....). I've ordered this Limitless pack and hoping it is the right mix of the two packs. No pack is perfect though..... but the search for the perfect pack is pretty fun. Will keep an eye for your new pack Aaron, thanks for reviewing this pack. Very surprised at how few reviews there are of this pack as there's a lot to like.... imho!
Thanks for your thoughts! I’d be really stoked if we could get your “first reaction update” after testing the bag for a few weeks
I love using the two front pockets great quick access pockets the little pocket at the top is an AirPod pocket the interior color has grown on me . There have been you tube videos showing the abrasion resistance very tough water resistance ok . I don’t have any complaints on the straps . Cons for me feels heavy it doesn’t fit my 17” work laptop . Solution I put my laptop in a sleeve and put it in the main compartment . Insulated side pockets speak to me 😊 I use the clip at the top to hang Sony headphones case . Using the laptop compartments for my 2 iPads . Bought it through kickstarter not sure about paying $300. Using it as my work backpack
awesome to hear your perspective as a real-life user, cheers!
Another good bag for EDC/Bike commuting that feels like it just barely misses the mark in one too many ways. Cool review nonetheless. Interested in their future bags for sure
Me too!
@Aaron Where do I check out that tripod? And as a guy who's helped 1000s of startups launch we should chat about the new bag you are launching.
I got that at some random market in China, no brand name 😂
And for sure! I would love to chat about my bag startup, please reach out to me aaron@nomadsnation.com and we can go from there :)
Hey Aaron! I would love to see a comparison, of the different boundary supply Rennen totes. I’m confused at the difference between the ripstop compared to all the others. It would also be cool to see how the messenger bag attaches to the totes.
hey dude, thanks for your comment! Not gonna be able to make a comparison video, but the gist is that the regular tote pack uses nylon (heavier/durable/water resistant), the XPAC version is more technical (heavier/EXTREMELY water resistant) and the ripstop is the simplest (And lightest). Hope that helps!
@@Nomads.Nationit does thanks!
i love the liner!!!!
nice!
Helikon Tex - Ground Hog
It has a mesh they call the beaver tail. It stashes away, pulls out when needed. Interesting idea.
Very interesting
good review and I think you held back! yellow is totally fine but bigger issue is the bag is too expensive for what it is. the interior fabrics look really inexpensive, the main zip seems undersized (e.g. cost save) and the feature set is a bit random - I can see either the outdoor activity bro using the insulated compartments, mesh exterior holder, bottom bumpers and shoe compartment, or the tech bro wanting the laptop compartment and admin panel. This bag seems to cross both and not great for either? The style is more tech than action. If you told me the bag was $179 - $199, I'd believe it more easily. But at $299 there are so many premium bags to choose from. Thx for the video, interesting watch!
Thanks for the comment! Very interesting bag for sure
Not a fan of that yellow, but high-vis is the primary reason I went for Aer's X-Pac line. In even simply dim environments like an overnight flight, it helps.
It’s very very helpful to have (although 50% of ppl hate hi vis cuz it’s too intense looking)
Please make self standing test one of the first tests you do when reviewing a bag.
We always analyze whether the bag self stands or not in our reviews 💪🏻 (80% of bags don’t stand, so seems unfair to do that ‘test’ in the beginning when most will fail)
That is one kitchen sink of a backpack, for sure. Is there any advantage of having graphene infused in fabric for a backpack? Seems like knowing what that might be could be the potential selling feature of the bag? Looks like I am in the minority here, but I actually like the yellow interior!
Like I said, hoping someone can chime in about the pros of this material cuz it’s beyond my pay grade haha
Love the yellow interior, but with those brighter colors I'm always afraid they might get dirty looking a lot faster.
its very true, light colors have their pros and their cons
Can you do a review of the PGYTECH backpacks plsss
I'll add to our to do list :)
I like the color. I’d move it mod to the orange spectrum than lemon yellow.
a bit more common, but might be a better move
Could use the helmet carrier for the hoodie
great call!
Please review Bange backpacks. They are really affordable, and I want to see whats your opinion. If they're worth buying or not.
We have a very very long wish list that we will add this to - cheers!
Aaron, I love this lemon like colour too. Maybe I cannot see it by my own eyes. But You can find everything quicker than in all these black Interieurs. Lemons are very much invigorating. The tension is rising! Thank you for sharing this backpack. My newly interest in backpacks has been newly initiated 8 years ago as Everki began with the orange Interieurs. For me a game changer for the whole industry. Now I prefer the Alpakaps, especially the blue Interieurs. But this yellow shouldn’t‘t be the last try in the invention of yellow Interieurs. Maybe other more noble yellows will be found! Please don‘t underestimate the role and the benefits of the Interieur colours!
The gold in the green room 136 packs is my favorite
@@feeb2634 and where to find?
Don’t worry - I love bright interiors! I just don’t this particular fabric/shade of yellow looks like it should be in a $300 bag
I liked the bag. I like the yellow like i liked the other brand that had the orange color. This bag is nice but dont need 1 laptop sleeve vs 2. I like the fanny bag idea.
+1 for the yellow interior!
The longer I look at it, I don't really mind the yellow, its fine. Might get dirty, but whatever. I enjoy new fabrics as much as the next guy, but hard determine what graphene brings to the table. Maybe it reflects lasers. Excess fabric in sleeves sorta bothers me, the excess fabric in some tomtocs gives off a "lower priced" sort of feeling. At least its not super heavy, despite all extra pockets etc.
“Reflects lasers” 😂 😂
Like the idea of a yellow or gold interior, but yeah, the specific shade looks cheap. Waterfield does a great job with this kind of thing.
Good call
What other bags are like this? Specifically the admin compartment and is 25L
Aer City Pack Pro & Alpaka Elements 26L - we've reviewed both!
The Mystery Ranch Unicorn bags have a similar stowable beavertail, i think.
Mystery Ranch Unicorn 2.0 does (not1.0) and much larger
good to know!
Hey Aaron! I’ve always liked their products, at least the ones I own and in this case I do appreciate the exterior aesthetics and overall functionality. But man, that interior looks like something cheap and flimsy. They really had an opportunity to knock it out of the park.
I hope you are well amigo!
great to hear from you dude and agreed on the interior - hopefully they upgrade for V2!
I quite like the look - inner lining I'm 50/50 on. Features look good. Enough, but flexible and look to not get in the way. But that laptop compartment material looks like they forgot to finish it or something!
So close on the laptop compartment but def a miss in my book
I like the intermal colour it reminds me of the LBB internal colour
It’s definitely a very functional color!
The net is also good for horseback riding helmets. Admittedly niche but, still a use.
niche for sure, but highly valuable for the 5-6 horse riders out there ;)
Best 2 tech-compartments backpack candidate: Shimoda Urban Explore 25 or 30
I’ve heard good things!
It gives me big nomatic vibes with it’s organization. Almost makes me regret buying my nomatic travel pack, but the laptop compartments on this one make it less appealing to me. And the yellow is definitely a bit much. Love the ball net though since i am a volleyball player and the insulated side compartments would make it an awesome everyday and volleyball tournament bag since i can store my shoes and drinks and snacks and almost all of my tech gear for down time.
hell yea, like I said, def fits a great use case for some people 🏐
CPL24 has two laptop compartmnets at the back and a tablet pocket in the main compartment.
one side is technically the laptop compartment (cuz its suspended) and the other side is just the extra space (without suspension) but yes, like many bags, you can def get two laptops in there
@@Nomads.Nation yes, the second one is perfect for your business papers man))). I never really pay attention to laptop suspension, hardly ever through my bag around, so didn't notice the difference until you pointed it out.
G'day AR & Team. Like it, will learn to love it but cost too much. Will put up with the squinting yellow, really dig that fanny pack (not a sling) & insulated compartment but the price tag just push me away to look for the next best pack. Wait the minute...there it is The Fyro. Cowabunga.!!
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Graphene is going to have a sale starting next week
Since you have an epic carry closet now, we can call you Carry Bradshaw 😂😂
best comment of the week 😂
It might be good for parents of babies, toddlers and kids? You could keep food warm or colder. Keep diapers seperate etc.
I thought maybe it’s a wet pocket rather than a insulated one, but I could see it being useful as a travel pack for those who carry medication. Carry a hat in the ball section. I dunno, it’s probably useful for someone, years ago this might’ve been attractive to me without the horrible yellow but have found better brands for my budget, style and needs. (Tomtoc, mark ryden (my go to for top function, innovation for cheap), alpaca and nomad lane primarily)
Totally agree on the parent angle - could be a great bag for that
IMHO the best feature of this BP has to be the insulated pockets. Very few bags have those and even fewer have two of them. As for the lining, while I'm not a big fan of the color, it's not a deal breaker for me. While I prefer a nice light gray or brown interior, I've also become quite accustomed to the bright colors being used nowadays, like orange, green, and in this case, yellow. My biggest negative though, has to be the price. It's probably justfied by the materials they use but, I've got duffels and backpacks that are waterproof and can float and I got them for less than half the price of this one so, I think I'll pass.
Makes sense! What would you use the insulated pockets for? I just assumed that most water/coffee commuters already used insulated cups 🤔
@@Nomads.NationMany people don't travel with their own water bottles, due to weight considerations, and just buy water when they're out. It's always nice to have a way to keep them cold longer if you don't finish it off right away.
@@MrPhilbautista makes sense, thanks for explaining!
The interior color doesn't bother me - it looks like it would match nicely with the Topeak bikepacking bags, actually. And the helmet mesh ties into cycling as well. But at 4 pounds - that's a HEAVY pack, and the graphene infusion doesn't seem worth it, as it adds weight without adding function.
agreed - lots of very interesting features but a very high price tag
I don't mind the interior color. But too many prescriptive and unnecessary features 1) the thermal pockets 2) the shoe pocket 3) dual laptop compartments 4) the beavertail mesh would be better if it was removable and/or only hooked to exterior attachment points without its own pocket.
The features are super specific, but maybe they have a target audience that this really speaks to. Someone commented earlier that this is the best dad-bag they’ve ever seen… maybe it’s the ultimate dad bag? 💪🏻
aaon, let me get that gr1 slick you have. you know you like the techy stuff more. send it my way, how do i get in touch?
I wish I could keep it myself hah - it was lent to me and I’ve already returned it 😢
@@Nomads.Nation always breaking my heart. 🤣. Keep the podcast comin then.
@@PanaMaJwaaRd new episode dropping today or tomorrow!
It is a pass from me, for the the litreage I think its too pricy, and the lemon interior is nauseating , no really it makes me feel strange, those two points alone are enough to tap out.
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Why does the interior colour matter to the point that the yellow is seen as a negative? It's literally the INTERIOR?!
Yellow is good because you won't typically have yellow items that will blend in with the material. Black is the worst because you'll likely have a lot of black items plus it blends in with the dark...
I agree that it's not the end of the world, but if you look at the comments section you can see that it's clearly very important to a lot of people (especially at this price point)
Absolutely agree about lining color.
I appreciate that they tried something different tho
@Nomads.Nation How long does it take to get approved to become seller on nomads district? It said link website? I only sell on ebay and mercari. How do I link the pages? I have at least 30 sales on each 100 percent positive feedback on both
I’m just waiting on your bag Aaron ! A bag that checks all my boxes !
hopefully so! there's no perfect bag but this one's pretty damn good haha
Honestly it looks like a $20 off brand business backpack. It's got some interesting features, but it definitely feels like a backpack made by a company that doesn't make backpacks
that last line hit home for me - well said
I have over 20 backs more than half made by aer this is not a junk it is different and not for everyone but useful
Was thinking exactly the same
@@dakidcalledl agreed, it's not junk, it's a first bag from a non-bag brand who is trying to do some new things. I'm not sure about the price point still, but that aside I respect their efforts and judging by the comments a few owners of the bag really like it and get great value out of it!
100% Deviation from orange looks like knockoff.
Interesting yet unrefined bag. The interior color is like a blinding light. The basketball/helmet carry system is pretty cool, reminds me of a larger version the fyro water bottle solution 🤔
kinda similar for sure!
This could be a good but expensive baby bag
great point!
It’s the bumblebee graphene pack
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Neon yellow interior 🤢 Other than that the bag looks perfect to me 😭
I think the bag def has a lot going on for it!
No! The yellow is generic..good job Aaron…but it’s a hard pass for me…”usable lifespan “ what’s that? No need for two laptops. I’ll keep my aer city pro… nahh nshhh
Like I said - definitely a controversial bag
Why do you keep saying that nylon is more weather resistant than polyester?
Nylon absorbs water, and poly doesn't absorb water, but sheds it off. Nylon deteriorates in the sun, and polyester does not.
How is nylon more weather resistant?
great point! and you are totally right, nylon absorbs water much more than polyester. I guess I should say that 'nylon fabrics typically used on premium backpacks are treated in ways that typically make them more water repellent than your typical polyester (DWR coatings, etc)'
@@Nomads.Nation
Nylon fabrics REQUIRE DWR because they absorb water (and become heavier). Poly is hydrophobic and doesn't need DWR. The water sheds right off since the fibers can't absorb the water.
@@plentyobass appreciate your feedback! I'll be sure to do some more research in this department 💪
Haha...$ 300 on their website. This is a joke. That aside, my Bange backpack is way better than this, at around $ 70.
Haven’t reviewed one so can’t agree or not
Yeah honestly there’s no way this thing competes with my Aer city pack Pro. And I definitely can’t do the yellow interior 😅 nonetheless this is a fantastic review.
Thanks so much! Def seems to be a controversial bag but I’m sure a lot of ppl will get value out of it
Really interesting bag but that interior color killed it for me. I'm just not a fan of all the super bright colored interiors that seem to be becoming more popular. But guess that's also the great thing about the bag space, there are so many options and if you don't like one bag, there's plenty more.
its an amazing time to buy a backpack - no lack of options
Wow....I think this bag is trying to do to many things which makes it an inefficient bag. I don't care for the look and I think that colour of yellow makes it look cheap. I think there are better bags out there.....but that is just my opinion
I think it’s a great feature set for some, but others might have a hard time justifying the value in such a competitive market
The colour is nice, but I don’t love it.
it's an interesting bag for sure, I'm glad they took risks on it though as opposed to going right down the middle like a lot of other brands
Internal color? Big NO 😂
It’s close, just a bit off imo
it’s ugly, everything is off : the liner color, mesh quality, overall shape,handle , bottom rubbery pads, flappy liner , it looks like a bag made in the 2000s by laptop companies , it reminds me these ugly targus bags or bag that comes along compac laptops. Not for me definitively
strong words, but appreciate your perspective!
That yellow reminds me of a coffin😂😂😂
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