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Updated Tech Pack (Aug 26, 2023) 👇🏼

Have you ever seen what a world-class Tech Pack looks like? Be sure to check out the design doc made by the BagMe team below.

Click the arrows on the right or left to browse the doc!
Click the arrows on the right or left to browse the doc!
These measurements bring the bag to a perfect 20 liters - the ideal size for everyday carry
These measurements bring the bag to a perfect 20 liters - the ideal size for everyday carry
A traditional shape with modern flair - the bag also always stands upright by itself
A traditional shape with modern flair - the bag also always stands upright by itself
The design of The Hatch front pocket makes sure you have quick access to all your essentials
The design of The Hatch front pocket makes sure you have quick access to all your essentials
The Fyro bag extends from 20-25 liters so it can double as an EDC and small travel bag
The Fyro bag extends from 20-25 liters so it can double as an EDC and small travel bag
5 liters of expansion gives you versatility while never compromising the aesthetics or functionality of the bag
5 liters of expansion gives you versatility while never compromising the aesthetics or functionality of the bag
Organization in the main compartment for all of your essentials
Organization in the main compartment for all of your essentials
Top-secret feature - more details coming soon!
Top-secret feature - more details coming soon!
The tech compartment will be an iron throne for your laptop, tablet, and documents
The tech compartment will be an iron throne for your laptop, tablet, and documents
Plenty layers of padding to give you cloud-like comfort
Plenty layers of padding to give you cloud-like comfort
And a padded/ventilated back panel to ensure plenty of airflow
And a padded/ventilated back panel to ensure plenty of airflow
The back panel has two hidden pockets - one for wallet/passport, and the other for our water bottle holder...
The back panel has two hidden pockets - one for wallet/passport, and the other for our water bottle holder...
The water bottle holder will connect via premium Woojin hardware
The water bottle holder will connect via premium Woojin hardware
And seamlessly connect anytime you need a bit more carrying capacity
And seamlessly connect anytime you need a bit more carrying capacity
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Previous Tech Pack (Feb 6, 2023)

Note* – after this tech pack, we decided to pivot from a 2-in-1 sling/pack combo, to a minimalist backpack. We then made the fabric mockups, and are continuing from there. 

These are the most updated drawings of the backpack (aka, the Teck Pack)
These are the most updated drawings of the backpack (aka, the Teck Pack)
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This is the backpack by itself (17 liters)
This is the backpack by itself (17 liters)
This is the backpack expanded (21 liters)
This is the backpack expanded (21 liters)
Updated back panel! It's going to have heavenly comfort and ventilation
Updated back panel! It's going to have heavenly comfort and ventilation
Water bottle holder - 100% waterproof and conveniently accessible from the outside of the pack
Water bottle holder - 100% waterproof and conveniently accessible from the outside of the pack
Internal organization of the backpack - just enough pockets but not overkill
Internal organization of the backpack - just enough pockets but not overkill
Same with the sling
Same with the sling
The current connection between sling+ pack = fidlock magnet galore
The current connection between sling+ pack = fidlock magnet galore
Swivels on the shoulder straps for ultimate comfort/carry-ability
Swivels on the shoulder straps for ultimate comfort/carry-ability
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The backpack is a typical size for a 17 liter
The backpack is a typical size for a 17 liter
The sling is a bit bigger so it could accommodate an iPad and more gear
The sling is a bit bigger so it could accommodate an iPad and more gear
Combo-licious!
Combo-licious!
These shoulder straps will feel as heavenly as they look
These shoulder straps will feel as heavenly as they look
Same with the back panel - I'm all about comfort with my packs
Same with the back panel - I'm all about comfort with my packs
Added a back panel on the sling for extra comfort + better connectivity to the pack
Added a back panel on the sling for extra comfort + better connectivity to the pack
Fully morphed and 3D
Fully morphed and 3D
The hidden back panel pocket, maybe a bit big, but worth testing out
The hidden back panel pocket, maybe a bit big, but worth testing out
These swivels will help so much with quick access while wearing the pack
These swivels will help so much with quick access while wearing the pack
Backpack pocket specs
Backpack pocket specs
Sling pocket specs
Sling pocket specs
Water bottle holder specs
Water bottle holder specs
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These are the cuts
These are the cuts
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The devil is in the details...
The devil is in the details...
Sternum strap will be fully removable AND can be stowed on a single strap when not using
Sternum strap will be fully removable AND can be stowed on a single strap when not using
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Primary external materials will be 840D ballistic nylon + matte PU coated ballistic nylon
Primary external materials will be 840D ballistic nylon + matte PU coated ballistic nylon
Inner materials will be nylon as well for ultimate durability
Inner materials will be nylon as well for ultimate durability
Good webbing is crucial for the build of the bag
Good webbing is crucial for the build of the bag
Reppin for Duraflex and Fidlock
Reppin for Duraflex and Fidlock
Magnets and backpacks go together like tacos and tequila
Magnets and backpacks go together like tacos and tequila
Padded enough to be comfy and keep its shape, but without adding too much weight
Padded enough to be comfy and keep its shape, but without adding too much weight
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Minimal branding is the name of the game
Minimal branding is the name of the game
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Also meet the new potential brand name - Fyro
Also meet the new potential brand name - Fyro
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Custom made hypalon zippers that can also lock for ultimate security
Custom made hypalon zippers that can also lock for ultimate security
We might brand these guys later down the line
We might brand these guys later down the line
The smaller zippers are currently not lockable
The smaller zippers are currently not lockable
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Metal matte black = premium feel while also being subtle
Metal matte black = premium feel while also being subtle
Branding dimensions
Branding dimensions
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These Fidlocks are expensive, so we wanted to make a pull-tab that feels on par with them
These Fidlocks are expensive, so we wanted to make a pull-tab that feels on par with them
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This hypalon loop is great for external carry (glasses, carabiner, etc)
This hypalon loop is great for external carry (glasses, carabiner, etc)
Wait... what?
Wait... what?
Final surprise, we have a Version B!
Final surprise, we have a Version B!
We are considering a few options with this version, all of which I'll announce later down the line 🤫
We are considering a few options with this version, all of which I'll announce later down the line 🤫

Original Design Reveal (Nov 8, 2022) 👇🏼

This is a deeper look at the drawings of our 3-in-1 carry solution. Swipe to take a look and read the captions for more insider information about our design choices 👉🏼
This is a deeper look at the drawings of our 3-in-1 carry solution. Swipe to take a look and read the captions for more insider information about our design choices 👉🏼
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The 3-in-1 combo in all its beauty!
The 3-in-1 combo in all its beauty!
Some of the features I am most excited about are the magnet lid, swivels on the sling shoulder strap, and the unique side/top handles
Some of the features I am most excited about are the magnet lid, swivels on the sling shoulder strap, and the unique side/top handles
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.40.44 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.40.51 PM
As excited as we are about this project, we are VERY aware that the biggest challenge we have is figuring out how to connect the sling to the pack. We are currently evaluating many options for the first prototype, this being one of them
As excited as we are about this project, we are VERY aware that the biggest challenge we have is figuring out how to connect the sling to the pack. We are currently evaluating many options for the first prototype, this being one of them
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.41.06 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.41.12 PM
We have decided to go with version B
We have decided to go with version B
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.41.29 PM
We have chosen to go with version B
We have chosen to go with version B
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.42.45 PM
We have decided to go with version C (yes, the water bottle pocket is currently an inside/outside solution 😬)
We have decided to go with version C (yes, the water bottle pocket is currently an inside/outside solution 😬)
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.43.01 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.43.08 PM
Currently aiming for the expansion for be 7 extra liters of storage, meaning that sling + pack + expanded = ~27 liters
Currently aiming for the expansion for be 7 extra liters of storage, meaning that sling + pack + expanded = ~27 liters
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.43.23 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.43.29 PM
Going back and forth on which one to choose, leaning towards version A
Going back and forth on which one to choose, leaning towards version A
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.43.44 PM
It has been brought to our attention that the back panel looks like a vagina, so we have to redesign it 😂. Updates coming soon
It has been brought to our attention that the back panel looks like a vagina, so we have to redesign it 😂. Updates coming soon
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.44.04 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.44.11 PM
This organization layout is a bit outdated as we plan to do something a little different. I'll try to add the new drawings when possible
This organization layout is a bit outdated as we plan to do something a little different. I'll try to add the new drawings when possible
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.44.49 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.44.42 PM
Most of the sling will stay as is for the first prototype (except for the vag-back-panel)
Most of the sling will stay as is for the first prototype (except for the vag-back-panel)
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.45.08 PM
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.45.14 PM
We have made some slight changes to the sling interior layout, but it will mostly stay the same for the first prototype
We have made some slight changes to the sling interior layout, but it will mostly stay the same for the first prototype
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.45.31 PM
To keep costs low and things moving quickly, the materials we choose for the first prototype will depend on what the factory has available. Once we get further down the sample line, we can start looking into ordering our "dream" hardware
To keep costs low and things moving quickly, the materials we choose for the first prototype will depend on what the factory has available. Once we get further down the sample line, we can start looking into ordering our "dream" hardware
Screenshot 2022-10-31 at 9.45.47 PM

Additional notes..,

  • If you haven’t watched the explainer video yet, you can do so here. 
  • If you haven’t filled out your reaction-survey yet, please do here
  • Once we get a prototype in our hands, we will start identifying specific features for the community to vote on
  • Feel free to shoot me an email with any thoughts/questions/ideas you may have – Aaron@nomadsnation.com.
Email me aaron@nomadsnation.com if you wanna chat!