Debate: New Backpack Ideas

[akbailey]

Here is another concept bag derived solely from the Synapse 25 by mirroring the top to the bottom (well mostly). This bag would also be 270 degree “Clam Shell” opening, have side & top organization. In addition the internal frame and the other accessories like a Freudian Slip and the Cache digital device carriers should be allow to fit. Call it the Neuron.

[BWeaves]

It's one thing to design a dream bag. It's another thing to sew it together. Zippers are a particular challenge.

[imperator]

Taking a stab at my zip-apart Western Flyer idea in various carry modes:

Combined looks like a hybrid of the WF and TS with that third zipper:


The rear pocket in backpack mode, with the exposed interior Dyneema facing:


And zipped apart from the briefcase top/backpack side:

[agland]

How is there not a suitcase style tom bihn backpack? There’s been a huge proliferation of subtly designed backpacks that unzip like a suitcase and really excel as actual backpack. Seems like Tom Bihn’s take on this would be a home run, and the lack of a truly great travel backpack is major omission from their lineup.

The hero’s journey seems like a chore to pack, and the aeronaut 45 is really a duffle first, backpack second. When fully packed the A45 really needs to live as a backpack for any significant carrying distance.

[smudge]

Wholeheartedly agree with this post. I would be seriously in the market for a 30-35litre bag (not too big but bigger than my SA). Laptop compartment close to the body. Main compartment opens clamshell. Some organisation. Great, stowable, backpack straps and hip belt (my SA fully packed can get uncomfortable).

[anfields]

I've been saving up for a S19 but all this speculation about new backpacks makes me want to wait to see the new designs!

I would love to see a 21-22L backpack that I could use for one bag travel. Right now I'm using an A30, which is great for driving to work conferences, but is too big for me to carry easily through an airport.

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Thanks, and keep on debating!

[balazs]

I've been saving up for a S19 but all this speculation about new backpacks makes me want to wait to see the new designs!

I would love to see a 21-22L backpack that I could use for one bag travel. Right now I'm using an A30, which is great for driving to work conferences, but is too big for me to carry easily through an airport.

Synapse 19/25 should suit you. Get a packing cube and you can pack the cube as a clamshell, then put it in the main compartment. Plenty of exterior pockets to give access to items on the go. My everyday bag is in fact an S25, and I would recommend that for travel.

[brucep]

To anyone wanting a mythical S22 over a S19: what item doesn't fit in the S19 and which dimension(s) would have to change to fit it?

[nimikor]

To anyone wanting a mythical S22 over a S19: what item doesn't fit in the S19 and which dimension(s) would have to change to fit it?

Men's shoes.

[akbailey]

Hey everyone, and welcome to our newer posters here! Just a friendly reminder to be aware of our forum rules and in particular, rule 2:



Thanks, and keep on debating!

Great! Hopefully these posts have been and will be inspiring.

[Traveltech]

Here is another concept bag derived solely from the Synapse 25 by mirroring the top to the bottom (well mostly). This bag would also be 270 degree “Clam Shell” opening, have side & top organization. In addition the internal frame and the other accessories like a Freudian Slip and the Cache digital device carriers should be allow to fit. Call it the Neuron.

I’d buy this bag IF it were in the 21-22 L size! Synapse organization with clamshell opening!

[Robw]

Wow! When I started this thread I never expected it to get so much traction, let alone mock ups of bags! Fingers crossed new debuts are not far away now and we can see if some of these thoughts become

[Robw]

Wow! When I started this thread I never expected it to get so much traction, let alone mock ups of bags! Fingers crossed new debuts are not far away now and we can see if some of these thoughts become reality. I bet TB still have some I thought of tricks up their sleeves to surprise us too!

[npoerbo]

To anyone wanting a mythical S22 over a S19: what item doesn't fit in the S19 and which dimension(s) would have to change to fit it?

For my case it's the amount of stuff that I normally carry comfortably, not merely a particular item. I'm a grad student and alwats have my laptop, files, some binders, tablet, a jacket, lunch (and sometimes breakfast too) , a (small nalgene), coffee tumbler, and some other whatnots. They fit in the S19 except the tumbler of course since the synapse is designed for only 1 liquid container. A larger size (22) will be perfect. The s25 is too large particularly in the torso area. I'm 5'3".

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