The SlimFold™ Slim Pack is a waterproof commuter backpack that’s lighter and stronger than traditional backpacks, yet more useful due to its modular design.
As with our wallets, the Slim Pack came out of an initial need of mine for a new backpack. I wondered why our devices had become smaller and lighter… but bags hadn’t kept up? A minimal backpack would be a huge endeavor so I didn’t design any other products for two years and focused my design efforts on the Slim Pack, producing over 100 prototypes in the process.
I initially didn’t think it would be possible to use the same ultra durable Soft Shell material as we use for our other products because it’s so expensive, but when I made a full-scale prototype with it, I got chills. Seeing the large surfaces of this technical material makes the bag just radiate quality.
Weighing in at just 1.5 lbs including the removable padding or 1lb without it, it's 1/3 the weight of a traditional urban messenger bag or backpack. Achieve the weight savings of switching from a MacBook Pro to a MacBook Air by switching backpacks instead!
The SlimFold™ Slim Pack is a waterproof commuter backpack that’s lighter and stronger than traditional backpacks, yet more useful due to its modular design.
As with our wallets, the Slim Pack came out of an initial need of mine for a new backpack. I wondered why our devices had become smaller and lighter… but bags hadn’t kept up? A minimal backpack would be a huge endeavor so I didn’t design any other products for two years and focused my design efforts on the Slim Pack, producing over 100 prototypes in the process.
I initially didn’t think it would be possible to use the same ultra durable Soft Shell material as we use for our other products because it’s so expensive, but when I made a full-scale prototype with it, I got chills. Seeing the large surfaces of this technical material makes the bag just radiate quality.
Weighing in at just 1.5 lbs including the removable padding or 1lb without it, it's 1/3 the weight of a traditional urban messenger bag or backpack. Achieve the weight savings of switching from a MacBook Pro to a MacBook Air by switching backpacks instead!
You’ve probably never seen this exact zipper in person before. It’s from YKK’s highest line of zippers lab tested for water performance rather than their lower end glossy collections meant only for a waterproof look.
Based on testing so far, we estimate the bag's rating to be at least Waterproof Class 2 on the WSRS™ rating system. That means it’ll keep stuff dry in almost any rain conditions without an additional cover.
The Slim Pack's main compartment is designed around the footprint of a 15” laptop with a rectangular footprint of 14.5" x 10.25" x 1.25" (37cm x 26cm x 3cm) or less. This includes almost all 15" laptops, including any generation 15" MacBook Pro.
Inspired by professional camera bags, the laptop divider can be completely removed from the Slim Pack commuter backpack and the interior can be configured exactly according to what you carry. And it opens wide for easy access. You won’t find a better waterproof laptop backpack anywhere.
The front and back padding of the Slim Pack is removable, allowing it to pack flat.
At only 1lb in this configuration, it makes a great travel backpack to put in the bottom of your suitcase or keep with you in your seat on an airplane as a “personal item”.
Want some added stability? The optional sternum strap can be added using the integrated Minimal MOLLE™ system.
