

I purchased this with the standard 1.5" quick release strap, which in reality is actually a 2" strap on the shoulder side (with the female buckle) and 1.5" on the male side. Bottom extension straps to leash long items like a tripod or jacket.I appreciate the option to carry a water bottle externally as part of their ecosystem I am fine carrying a water bottle in the main compartment on days where I'm not carrying many electronics. Two side straps that work as compression straps or to hook onto other things (like their external Bottle Case).Any objects with depth will poke into the back of the bag, so although you can fit AirPods here without issue, it will poke out of the back panel and be very uncomfortable. My version of this bag seems slightly older than what is listed on website the pocket is 5.25" wide x 6.5" height, so YMMV. Good spot for a phone and other small accessories or sensitive documents.It is not volume independent any volume here is shared with the main compartment. Interior width about 14" widest, although 12" max opening between zippers, 6.5" height, and maybe 3-5" depth which varies depending on how close you are to the sides.This is maybe a place for a slim spare battery that is around 2.5" in width or bulkier cables. A naked Pixel 5, at 2.77" is a very snug, very impractical fit. This picture made it look like a phone could fit but this opening is too tight for most phones, even small ones. The front compartment contains a clever system of small loops (for cables, pens) and a larger loop for other accessories ( see marketing pic).The double sided water bottle pockets remind me of Bellroy Venture Sling. Interior usable space is approximately 14" x 8" x 3" based on my own measurements.I don't think this pocket can fit a 4" diameter bottle. Tested with Zojirushi SM-SD60, 9-7/8" height, about 2-3/4" diameter. Water bottle pocket on sides can just barely fit a 20 oz bottle and still close the zipper, but smaller is preferred.More depth is allowed, but not much more room on width/length. Padded back, laptop flap, and false bottom.I would not consider this a packable bag, it has structure on the bottom which keeps it a bit sloped but with a padded floor. Less formal than a briefcase, especially with the unusual sling carry attachment points and dangling straps. While Aer is more 'business', the look here is best described as flexible in both casual and casual business environments. The excess straps hanging off the side loops and bottom attachment/compression straps also give it a techy aesthetic. It looks very similar (except it stays in landscape mode rather than portrait - although it has flexibility for multiple carry styles, discussed later).

I'd like to describe it as almost an Aer Travel Sling 2.5 based on looks. There are many bags in this category, and I won't be able to list them all. Chrome Industries Simple Messenger (12L).Comparable bags:Ĭategory: Messenger/Sling, Laptop-capable EDC, casual briefcase, travel personal item friendly I find many listed specs differing from real world measurements. I also wish people would report personal measurements and weights of bags more with their reviews. Maximum depth in center 6", minimum on edges about 3". It is flexible enough where you could force more depth in the center by sacrificing depth on the sides. Note that computed volume is still approximately 15L either way. 16" x 11.5" x 5", mostly based on back panel, it tapers and gets less wide/tall toward the front.With strap + luggage strap: 958g (2.107 lb).I have a lot of thoughts about this bag, as it has a bit of a learning curve. Hope anyone else interested can find this helpful. I did not find many reviews for this bag so I bit the bullet and bought this bag second hand (black ballistic version) and wanted to share my thoughts.


I've been interested in the DSPTCH Slingpack for a while.
