If I could find a matching UMP, it would be almost impossible to resist!my Smart Alec is my favorite travel bag.
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If I could find a matching UMP, it would be almost impossible to resist!my Smart Alec is my favorite travel bag.
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"Do one thing every day that scares you." - Eleanor Roosevelt
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Same! I am fortunate that I ordered a Black UMP when I ordered my original Black/NWS SA (which was later sold in trade for my current Black/Solar SA) so a second SA would really be nothing but a "just in case" bag for me. And considering the lifespan of TB bags. . . I really don't need to have a second in case the first one breaks because that's just super unlikely. Or so I keep telling myself.
Rambling On. . . . .
@Meglet, as we’ve learned from @Lani’s sad tale of losing her Zest stuff sack, terrible things can befall a favorite TB item. So maybe it’s prudent to get a second SA just in case? At least that’s what I tell myself when I am clicking on the order button. Or sometimes I tell myself it’s for Mr.pammy. I’m good at using whatever justification that comes to mind at the moment.
@NWhikergal, I totally get what you’re saying. I kick myself for not getting a black halcyon UMP/LMP when they were available. I had no idea that was going to be the last batch made. I thought I would order them the next time, even though I had read stories of regret from other forum members from not buying something when available. Well, lesson learned finally.
Kat said the matching UMP/LMPs were not on the production schedule, but I am hoping against hope that TB will reconsider and make them. Even if I had to wait six month, I would so happy to have the matching set. I know I can attach a Side Effect to use as an UMP, but it’s not quite the same. Now if anyone out there has one they’re not using, I’m sure we can work out a trade…
Seeking Solar shop bags and Solar packing cube shoulder bagAlso coveting an Iberian Synapse or Copilot
Update: The Smart Alec in halcyon has sold out, but the good news is it’s back in production with the message: “Available for order on November 15th at 8:00am Pacific Time. This is the last production run of Smart Alec’s — ever.” And that’s for both halcyon and ballistic SAs. So if you’re wanting to get one before they’re gone for good, mark your calendars.
Seeking Solar shop bags and Solar packing cube shoulder bagAlso coveting an Iberian Synapse or Copilot
Current Carry: The Hero's Journey, Skookum Dog Citizen Canine, Founder's Briefcase, Synapse 19 (day hikes), Guide's Pack (longer day hikes), Yeoman Duffel (winter/emergency stuff for the car), Aeronaut 30 (travel), Night Flight Travel Duffel (camera bag), Moveable Feast + Shop Bags (food)
Current Carry: The Hero's Journey, Skookum Dog Citizen Canine, Founder's Briefcase, Synapse 19 (day hikes), Guide's Pack (longer day hikes), Yeoman Duffel (winter/emergency stuff for the car), Aeronaut 30 (travel), Night Flight Travel Duffel (camera bag), Moveable Feast + Shop Bags (food)
Aaaand my SA arrived from the forwarder yesterday!
Happy happy joy joy! Sadly, i couldnt say the same for my bank account.
Weird though that it did not come in the Tom Bihn box (unless the forwarder discarded it without asking) and I didnt get a sticker. Bummer.
Excited though to try 1-bag it for a 4-day trip next week!
Last edited by Nick_; 11-16-2017 at 06:21 AM.