Solid review. Purchased the bag. As for the divider, it helps pack any clothing you tuck behind it and helps keep it separated from the front half of the bag where you store files, other electronics, etc.
Just got this bag. IMO - it's the best looking minimalist pack I've seen and that's a big reason I bought it. I don't benefit much from the waterproofing being in Socal but it's nice to have. I like the rigid design too but it's a double edged sword....it makes taking items out of the backpack (especially that tight front pocket) kind of a pain. I just notice I have to use two hands frequently to open+pull my items out because they'll get caught on the zipper lip. Whereas my old cheap bag felt more spacious and I could pluck anything out of it with one hand. I also find it pretty comfortable and the rigidity means it doesn't look like a giant potato sack on your back despite being 25L.
Awesome review! How are the attachment points holding up to use and wear? I have been eyeing this bag and I am curious if those will last. They seem like they will stretch out over time.
Thanks! I actually sold this pack so I could afford other ones to review so my memory may be a bit off, but from what I can remember, the attachment point for the side grab handle did wear out a bit. Sometimes the handle would even detach depending on how you grabbed it.
Good review. I totally agree with you about inner lining. A bright inner lining makes a bag so much more useful
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Solid review. Purchased the bag. As for the divider, it helps pack any clothing you tuck behind it and helps keep it separated from the front half of the bag where you store files, other electronics, etc.
How has the material been with scratches?
Thanks for a great walkthrough!!
Just got this bag. IMO - it's the best looking minimalist pack I've seen and that's a big reason I bought it. I don't benefit much from the waterproofing being in Socal but it's nice to have. I like the rigid design too but it's a double edged sword....it makes taking items out of the backpack (especially that tight front pocket) kind of a pain. I just notice I have to use two hands frequently to open+pull my items out because they'll get caught on the zipper lip. Whereas my old cheap bag felt more spacious and I could pluck anything out of it with one hand. I also find it pretty comfortable and the rigidity means it doesn't look like a giant potato sack on your back despite being 25L.
I hope the bag treats you well! Thanks for sharing :)
Holy shit this looks fucking AWESOME haha didn’t know I needed a new bag, THANKS FOR THIS
Of course! Glad to be of service!
Awesome review! How are the attachment points holding up to use and wear?
I have been eyeing this bag and I am curious if those will last. They seem like they will stretch out over time.
Thanks! I actually sold this pack so I could afford other ones to review so my memory may be a bit off, but from what I can remember, the attachment point for the side grab handle did wear out a bit. Sometimes the handle would even detach depending on how you grabbed it.
Nice review! How has the material been with scratches?
I’m my experience it handles them really well! Any scratches that I did get were able to be removed with a wet rag.