I prefer the v1 for the feature (expansion and the water bottle that I think that can be used easy when the backpack it's full or expanded and full.) The white backpanel look so sexy! In these days I'm testing another backpack (recycled firefighter 12plus) but for our wheter your backpack look perfect 😅! By the way you are making an awesome product dude! Alot of hype ! Ps The solution for the security of the hatch look brilliant ! Only one thing the material that you chose for the hatch make me feel a little bit insecure for the scratch resistant like the nomatic material . Keep it in mind . By the way all of the two material look fantastic!
V2 is nice and fits the minimalistic movement. Features are better at v1. I like bottle holder even I don't need it because I have only small bottles like 500-700ml but there are probably a lot of people who need a bigger bottle holder :)
I am liking the v1 for all the options. Definitely need you to reconsider using the purple interior, everyone else uses orange and I’ve always wanted a purple interior in a bag! It’s looking really good so far.
I would go with the versatility of pack v1. I like the light gray on the back panel, expandability and stowaway water bottle, definitely keep the bright colors on the inside of the bags.
Brother, I love your passion for bags. As a fellow nomad, I FEEL you, bags are important. I'm also a sneakerhead and I travel with 7-12 pairs of shoes at all times. Keep up the great work, leaving ya a comment for engagement algorithm hacking and of course, showing love bruva!
14:51 Incredible. I believe you're the first one in the world to document the making of a new bag line from start to finish. The side water bottle holder is a neat idea and I have never seen anything like this. Personally, it only adds a small amount of utility compared to some other critical features, but it is still a neat idea, although the added production complexity may or may not make business sense after testing. I hope you are blessed with wonderful pre-orders once you've got your final design nailed! Obviously you may make a v2.0 edition down the road after mass feedback. Very exciting!
Thank you Aaron for demonstrating your commitment to top class backpacks. I think it's a brilliant idea to involve Your viewers in the production of the best backpack, and what I find even better is the charisma with which you pursue this goal and develop an area that I haven't seen cultivated in this way anywhere before. From your fan from Munich, Germany.
Great video Aaron. I'm really enjoying working with you. You don't make it easy, but it's always fun and I look forward to many more years and awesome products working together...
I love the features of V1 especially with the stowaway water bottle holder and the safety zipper lock. But the V2 black honeycomb look is beautiful! Best of both world if that could be on the V1
I like v1 there are to many black bags in this world. It’s coming along nicely. All though I don’t need another bag I will buy one just to support your project. Looking forward to the final product. Keep your dream going. Great work to all the people who worked on this.
Very good!! I'm loving your idea of building a backpack. Here in Brazil I am starting with the creation of a backpack, which here I have to unfold from the mold to the finalization, a craftsman service. The footprint of the bag is in the military style. I still want to improve myself more. Congratulations on the project. One day I want to get to know this place and follow the world of backpack creation up close!!! Show
Wish you the best man. A French guy like me is passionate about your project. You make me want to buy all the backpack you review. And yours will be the best, for sure. Good luck and well done!
It's always good to see someone actually do something instead of talking about it. They both seems good to be honest. Also the purple is cool, everyone uses orange or yellow.
appreciate the kind words - I believe in the power of taking action, and even if I fail on this journey I hope that I can inspire others to take action and pursue their dreams
I really like the idea of the hidden water bottle holder, not to keen on light grey for the back of the bag, since it could show dirt more often from being on the ground even thou it is just a sample. I also like the other hidden smaller pocket. The lockable feature for the zipper is also very nifty
The polished brass looks dope! I’m goin with V1. I like the options of expansion, and if that stow-able water bottle pocket works that’d be sweet! I love hidden things and stow features. The hatch looks really cool, too! The material for V2 looks…greasy? I dunno. And I also like matte type of color finishes for backpacks, and V1 looks like the right material for that. Great job so far!
First of all, respect for coming up with a fresh and creative design. I like the v1 colors and that front compartment and water bottle feature are slick. With respect, the only things I’m not wild on are the name (sounds too “techy” like a food delivery app or something) and the related logos. The little coin one especially. Good luck with everything!
You DEFINITELY NEED an option with that fabulous purple! Also I really like the contrast in that back panel - doesn’t have to be that grey (might absorb sweat and get marked easily) but loving the contrast!
Oh wow!! Ok now after seeing the video I change my mind on a few things. Seeing the videos really helps and puts things into perspective. The amount of time and energy is unbelievable and it’s amazing to see where my dollars are going. I can not wait to hear your thoughts after testing!!
The light grey backing looks good, but probably impractical since it’ll get wet with sweat and end up being a dirt magnet. It really looks awesome though.
I was about to reply with a similar comment. Agree it looks nice, but concerns about sweat stains and other dirt build up from daily use were my first thoughts when I saw the light gray.
Given your love for innovation you have to go with V1. The water bottle holder is ideal for someone like me who never uses the holder on my Aer but might someday when I take a long hike. My wife loves how the hatch locks. I like the light colored back panel. Will it stay clean or show every little spot? Great job. I've enjoyed following your journey.
Love the feedback! As for the back panel - this is a great point. I'm gonna have to drag is around the house a bit and see how it handles dirt. If not well, then we'll go back to a darker color for sure 💪
two minutes in, but I paused to say that I LOVE wallet stash pockets on the side because not only are they easy access, but also because they give me security. But I also would love something to latch them in like a key strap of sorts that I could clip to my wallet while maintaining that easy access. ❤
@@Nomads.Nation love the bags, and I would love to add one to my daily use. I cannot pick a fave version, tho. How big of a water bottle will the water bottle pocket hold?
@@Nomads.Nation I have a 25 oz. Stanley C3PO bottle lol. It is my most EDC item. It goes everywhere with me. I even bought a backup in case I lose it or it breaks. ❤️
Appreciate that! Currently it's a 20L that can expand to 25L. Check out our newest video where you can see the newest sample and get more information about the bag - th-cam.com/video/dsQ3VPrDaL4/w-d-xo.html
One questions with using a light coloured back is if you take this back for a 1 day hike and you put it down will it get noticeable dirty compared to just one dark colour? As there aren't often seats around and if you live in a more bush place like New Zealand for me, then that is a common thing is finding somewhere your bag can go while you have lunch or just a short rest.
Great insights! Loving the series. Appreciate these are still samples (and features aside) but V2 looks more premium to me at this time. V1 materials and colour way, although hard to tell on camera, looks a bit schoolbag’ish to me at this time. Good luck on the journey and keep up the great work! 👍
great feedback dude! I agree that V1's simpler aesthetic might come across as less premium, but actually the material is gorgeous and very expensive. Big decisions to make!
Looking good Aaron. Any chance of having an option whete you can put away the straps and have a fitting so it goes over the handle of your larger bag. I travel a lot and need both a professional looking bag and a back pack for my adventures. Love love love the hidden water bottle feature. Keep up the good work
I think you should make a 15L expandable to 25L and then a 25L expandable to 35L. I'd probably go for the smaller one. Hopefully it fits the 14 inch macbook like a glove. A pocket that's too small for the 15/16 inch macbooks, for added protection. You should try getting the aerofoam padding added to the bottom of the backpack and laptop pockets
The water bottle pocket idea is very cool but I wonder if the extra cost and added points of failure would be worth it. I’m curious in what situation do you think stowing away the water bottle holder will be advantageous over one that is flush to the back when not in use.
So we created this solution to be able to keep the 5 liters of expansion. If we add a normal water bottle holder, it has to be done at the expense of the expansion, which I don’t want to do. Good news is that I’ve been testing it out and it works very well. I think many people will either clip it on or keep it off 95% if the time, but for me it’s been a lot of fun going back and forth depending on my needs of the day. Running around the city and need to feel super streamlined? No water bottle holder. Packing a ton of stuff and need the extra space? Attach the water bottle holder. Heading to a business meeting and want the bag to look super sexy? No water bottle holder. Etc Having the option definitely has its benefits imo
Aaron, this is looking phenomenal. The V2 bag material is more subtle (at least on video) than I thought it might be. They both look great though. I like the lighter gray back panel, as long as it doesn't pick up dirt easily. Love the dangle stoppers for the stowaway water bottle. I hope there are some for the straps too when it goes to production. Does the flap have the magnets to hold it down in this version or am I misremembering that? I have a Knack Series 1 now and I'm over orange interior. Something that's not to loud for that interior but lets you find stuff would be the key. Can't wait to see your video doing the rundown of every feature of both. Maybe you do the V1 now and the V2 later as the more minimal/entry version. I think the V1 would be my choice, but they both look great. Looks like a great team there. Loving seeing the process. Also, for full dev of a bag, $21k isn't nothing, but for what you're getting there, seems like great value.
thanks so much Scott! Yes, the flap has very strong magnets which give it a very secure (And satisfying!) connection to the bag. I think you'll like the interior material I have in mind - very subtle but also unique and intersting 21K is only for the development costs, I've put a lot more in marketing so far but you know what they say - no risk, no reward! Thanks for the suppor mate :)
congrats on the hard work and the new bag. Im curious if creating your own brand will change the content of this channel, or if you will continue reviewing other peoples bags? Best of luck with production!
Thanks so much! And yes, the channel will stay exactly the same. This channel has changed my life, so it’s crucial that I don’t allow Fyro to hurt it’s growth. I will continue to review bags honestly, and in a way that best serves the Carry Community ❤️
Great job as always, Mr A! Can't wait to see your breakdowns. Impressed with what you've done for That investment! On my next trip I have my carry-on, but have a foldable Venture backpack for wandering around a city for things I might buy. I've used that daily at home and am surprised how light but tough it is.
Expandable version for me. Ideally I’d like a bag that can accommodate a business jacket/suit as well as the sort of casual clothing worn by guys who make these videos! I still haven’t found a bag that protects the formal gear while still giving space to camera stuff and tourist gear. There’s only so many times I can wear business clothes on a plane before looking crumpled
certainly is, but traditional water bottle would mean we would have to eliminate the expansion AND it would not be full clamshell opening.... so alwas a give an a take
Thanks dude! The unit prices are in line with other factories - I’ve done prototypes in Indonesia and have a lot of connects making bags in China. Prices are slightly lower in China, but that gets offset with quality and lack of US tariffs for me. Most bags in this class cost $40-$70 to produce
Awesome video Aaron. Have to say, congrats on filming this incredible journey - I think you bridged the careers of content creator and product creator - very cool. Some thoughts, very interested in your reviews and use of the products but V1 is the one for me. That water bottle holder definitely has promise - curious to see how it works out. I like the grey interior - one thing I would test - is how dirty it gets - looks sick now, but might look actually sick if it shows dirt or sweat stains - but in terms of the colour ways - I love that it breaks up the monotony of just the grey. That lock for the hatch - nailed it! I'll be curious if you do change it but looks fantastic and is a really nice feature. Can't wait for your full reviews!
thanks so much Jeff! its been crazy to do both at once, but I'm learning a lot along the way. Great call on the gray material - we'll definitely test it out to see, but black is probably the safer (and sleeker) choice.
Pretty cool! Dig the brass logo (wasn't sold on the logo design before, but it looks nice in brass). The gray back panel is aesthetically pleasing but I'm guessing it'll look pretty bad after some use. I'm curious to know how that water bottle pocket functions too. And if it does, I think I'd prefer the look of V2 with the stowable pocket. The bag design is more modern than traditional overall, so I prefer the material on the V2. Also, go for the purple. You know you want to. A ripstop fabric in that colour would probably differentiate you a lot from competing brands.
great feedback! Totally agreed that distinguishing is crucial, but I have a different material/color in mind for the interior (better than purple imo). I'll be sure to show everyone how the stowable water bottle pocket works in depth very soon!
Wow they look great, I’ve been looking forward to this vid. I like how the lighter color contrasts on the black bottom and hatch. For material I’d go with handfeel, with lint/hair pickup and clothes abrasion as other concerns. It’s not a tactical bag so it should play with thin clothes and bare skin well. In regards to the back, the light grey looks cool but I worry about stains etc. in regards to expansion and stowaway vs simplicity that’s tough, only testing will reveal if it’s worth it.
yea for these reasons I'm leaning towards the canvas. The PC nylon is UNREAL, but it's a bit on the scratchy side. Granted though, it's on the front of the bag, and really only the soft mesh makes contact with your skin, so it won't be a problem if we end up going with it
@@codywy5579 its currently a 21L that can expand to 26L - so the expansion isn't too big/overwhelming for the bag, but still enough versatility for EDC + 1 bag travel 💪
Nice videos, this definitively gives more perspective on how a backpack is made. I would add some compress straps for one of the sides. This could be useful when you have a wet rain jacket that cannot go into the backpack. As for the color, I thought grey was not a great option until I saw it contrasted with the black bottom section. It looks awesome! If it does not get too dirty, I would keep it as an option or keep the contrast with other color as urban green.
great feedback dude! I need to test the gray out a bit more to see how durable it actually is. Tbh, it'll probably just get switched to black to have ultimate durability
Hey Aaron, replied to the email but also leaving a comment here for TH-cam reasons. V1 looks sick, expanded water bottle looks like a great idea. Super stoked to be following along with the journey. all the best and take care man Swiftie
This is such a cool project. Thanks for sharing the journey. Also: I miss being in Asia. This times me so many vibes of my documentary that I filmed in Indonesia
Rewatched the video again cause can't wait for the next video about the V1 and V2 samples 😂 Hopefully I can also invest on your bag soon! (Though hopefully it comes at a reasonable price 😂)
Next video coming soon! The Kickstarter prices will be the lowest the bag will ever cost, so will be a very good price for the high quality you are getting 💪🏾
lol. Love the manufactured suspense. Like movies, where the clock is ticking but for no reason. I have a booked flight! The stakes are that high! It has to be ready! But I’m into it, lol.
It really was down the wire.. The bags were handed to Aaron as the team were walking out the door on a 4 day Vietnamese Independence Day long weekend. The 2 women cleaning the bags worked 5 minutes overtime. It really was that close :)
yea dude, I'd admit if it was manufactured, but this was very real. Granted, all I would have had to have done is fly back to Vietnam a week later if need be, but in the context of getting the bag done before the holiday started - very real :)
@@Rollingstone2009 all good! I did a poor job explaining it. Yes so the day after they went on a two day holiday (th/Fr) and then with the weekend (sat/Sun) it meant we had to finish. Glad we made it!
Looks great! I personally would choose V2, it looks more robust. I am a bit skeptical about the lid. Could it be closed with the zipper in later versions?
Nice work. I like the lockable pocket and the side pocket for you passport! Don’t forget to test them intensely (walking the whole day with a heavy bag)
thanks Edwin, and yes, I'm in the field everyday with them right now AND I'm going to be working with members of the community to get their perspective as well :D
I hope the final retail price won't be $21,347! So is it possible to have 2 detachable drink holders if you don't want to take advantage of the clamshell design?
I might be able to cut the price a little 😜 So it’s possible to do this, but then it would mean eliminating the hidden back wallet pocket… which would really suck.
I prefer the v1 for the feature (expansion and the water bottle that I think that can be used easy when the backpack it's full or expanded and full.) The white backpanel look so sexy! In these days I'm testing another backpack (recycled firefighter 12plus) but for our wheter your backpack look perfect 😅! By the way you are making an awesome product dude! Alot of hype ! Ps The solution for the security of the hatch look brilliant ! Only one thing the material that you chose for the hatch make me feel a little bit insecure for the scratch resistant like the nomatic material . Keep it in mind . By the way all of the two material look fantastic!
thanks so much Fabrizio!! While we like the current materials, we def plan to explore some other materials for the lid of the Hatch - we've got a few ideas for the next sample :D
@Nomads.Nation it's incredible that all of my thoughts and doubts you have already think about them and try to solve ! Wish you was building this backpack here in italy to follow you in person ! And thank alot for take us in this difficult and long process of building a backpack !
ha it did grow on me a bit, but as a new startup we only have enough resources for one color lining, and we ended up going with our custom Fyro copper. Maybe we'll do a purple limited run one day 💪
❤ the storeway water bottle holder! Very innovative. I use it on long days out and about but never in the city during daily trips. This would be perfect for me. Cool stuff. Personally, I am not a fan of bright, usuall interior colors, I definitely prefer city stealth. Don't need extra attention if I carry around hundreds of euro worth of tech ... and be it just my laptop and phone.
great feedback! We are definitely going to choose something less bright for the interior - we actually just ordered it today. A gray color (not to dark or light) with a bit of orange for a highlight effect. Should be LIT!
Definitely going v2 new to travel backpacks so expansion isn't really a concern of mine. But the water bottle holder and hidden pocket are sell points for me.
I see your point, but I think that the simplicity of the solution is part of the appeal. It's not some space-grade magnetic hardware - it's a simple, yet timeless and effective way, to make sure the bag is secure anytime you need :)
Great question! So Cordura makes some of the worlds best fabrics, but the don’t make all types of fabrics - ie, they don’t make a waxed canvas. If we choose this material, we’ll be sourcing it from the best vendors available (ones that will be on par with cordura, but the waxed canvas version). This material is fantastic and extremely durable and is the reason why it’s used by top-notch bag brands such as Trakke, GORUCK, Defy, Pakt, Fjallraven, and so many more.
The water bottle pouch is genius!! Can I steal that for my bag? 😂 I have a stowable organiser in my design that I'm testing as well, so I think we're onto something here. Fyro isn't exactly my style, but I look forward to purchasing one to support your efforts and being my product development buddy in terms of timeline! We're close!
@@Nomads.Nation me too! It's a little wonky but I think it's gonna work with a few more tweaks! Hoping your water bottle pouch works good too I'm very excited for it! I know decathelon bags have stowable bottle pouches but nothing as nice as what your designer did.
@@Nomads.Nation For sure!! My timeline to the final product is still about six months 🤭 I think I need to be as disciplined as your team but it's also nice I'm a little late, you guys are tough competition! Wouldn't want my kickstarter to be at the same time as yours 😁
V2 - like the outside but sad about the lack of the stowable bottle slot. On V1: not a fan of the light grey padding, it stands out too much against the backpack itself and in general - I feel like there's better features to draw attention to than the back padding. Also, lighter black/grey shell just looks faded instead of intentional to me. Black works because it goes with every outfit, when you get too off-standard with that stuff it stops suiting the widest range of audience. Really hope the inside is not actually going to be orange 💀. I really like the rip-stop color from the Alpaka brand that you raved so much about - now THAT was nice and classy.
Stoked to see the updates! Like you, I'm kind of growing on the light grey back panel. But a shame on the no purple interior 😂 I'm more of a V1 for function. But the material on the V2 looks interesting.
Please take in account big people and make shoulder straps longer. I tried several vendors that is conclusion how it feels: Everki - perfect, AER - good, Evergoods - ok, Timbuk2 - to short for me. I measured 50cm, and it enough even when carrying the bag with a bit relaxed straps. Thanks!
hey dude, I'd love to pick your brain on this a bit more so I can make the bag as comfy as possible. I have many Aer and Evergoods bags, but I just measured the straps and they are 40cm... do you mean the straps + the nylon webbing below the straps (that you can use to loosen them) is 50cm? Also feel free to email me aaron@nomadsnation.com, cheers
You should check the durability. Last year I had a Onemate discovery Backpack (it's a German brand) for onebag travel and after the first journey from Germany to Serbia with 12KG including bag weight it was broken 🤣 One handle broke and one strap nearly broke
oh for sure, we are going to take this bag through hell and back to make sure it's invincible (and even if it does break, it will be protected by warranty)
Looking to see how this would rank against the new Pakt bag. Hopefully not as pricey. I travel a lot for business so need a bag that I can really be good with. Love your content and really hope you come out with a winner 😊
thanks for the kind words! This will be a very different bag from the Pakt bag - theirs is 35/45L travel bag, and mine is a 21L every day work bag that can expand to 25L... so different use cases for sure. But I will say that traveling with the Fyro bag on my current trip to the US has been really impressive, so it can def work great as a smaller travel bag OR as a compliment to a suitcase 💪
@@Nomads.Nation I'll take it! :) Suitcase is a given for my travels. What I need is a nice sized bag that will take my tech, 1 "in case all is lost" pair of clothes / shoes and essentials.
Really exciting to see Fyro taking shape, you're right, that pale grey mesh does grow on you with time. Love the security pocket, and the new style water bottle holder. Looking forward to your reports on V1 and V2.
I need that minimalist version. 😅 It looks clean and professional. 👌 I like classy things. That gray version with black at the bottom, does not look good. Will collect a lot of dirt and look ugly. Try dark brown or similar instead of gray with a black bottom, might look different and help in casual plus professional. I have been following your backpack creation journey for quite some time. Shows how you are passionate about backpacks.
You had me at the quick access zippered secret wallet compartment. Living in a country where pickpocketing is a common occurrence, little details such as this are an absolute gamechanger for me.
@@fabriziogargiulo7435 living in Hong Kong I'm not that worried about theft, but listening to the community's comments made me realize that SO MANY people are, and I'm so stoked to make a bag that can perform perfectly in any urban environment - from Hong Kong to Napoli!
Great idea for the water bottle holder. Very slick and sexy. The bags look great. I like the features in V1 so I hope that bag works out like you hoped. Looking forward to the review.
I thought about a caribiner but I don't think it's the right look for Fyro, not quite professional enough of an aesthetic in my opinion, but I like where your head it at!
Ah… my bad, put the aesthetic aside and focus on the mechanism. I also think whether you can use the… flipflop zipper? I don’t know the name but this kind of zipper is commonly used in reversible jacket. Also targus sol lite locking mechanism is something that you can look too
Love V1! Can you use the pocket to store a jacket or tripod too? It looks like it makes a sleeve. If so, a strap or d ring to hold on there works be awesome. Could be cool too for the pocket to be behind a zipper to the inside for people that carry their water bottle in the bag. Keep up the awesome work! Maybe you can find a way for one of the pockets to be purple as an "if you know, you know" easter egg
Hey, Aaron. I cannot wait to get my hands on this bag. I'm team V1, especially if that water bottle holder works out. I would much rather have a fully clamshell opening which we wouldn't get on V2. And I know you say it's not happening, but if I could get a V1 in black/purple, or grey/purple, I'd be sending you $$$ right now.
The water bottle holder is BLOWING MY MIND how great it works, so stoked about that! And for the purple version, this V2 will be the only one I have, maybe we'll do a giveaway or auction so someone can win a piece of Fyro history :D
so we didn't add those because in my experience those pockets are a bit gimmicky and they can mess with the comfort a bit. Making this bag as comfortable as possible was our #1 priority, so we cut anything that would compromise that
I like backpack with ample space to fit without having difficulty to store or take out from the bag following items: 1. 1x Macbook Pro 16 inch 2. 1 x iPad Pro 12 inch 3. 1 x Bose QC45 headphone 4. 1 x Cable organizer compartment size (25cm x 18cm x 9cm) storing all SSD drive, USB-C cables, lightning cable, Macbook power adaptor, Logitech mouse. 5. 1 x mini umbrella (on left pocket of the backpack) 6. 1 x water bottle (500ml) on the right pocket of the backpack Additionally, the backpack should features: 1. Extra durable exterior material similar or even better than nylon ballistic used in Tumi 2. 1 x RFID compartment to keep wallet with credit card 3. The laptop and ipad compartment must be equipped with smooth velvet material and magnetic flap. 4. Both left and right pocket of the backpack should ideally equipped with small outlet as way for any liquid to disperse out of the bag. Of course the material of the bag must be water proof to prevent any water from either right or left pocket enter to the main compartment. Tumi backpack is famous with this small outlet such as Tumi Alpha Bravo. 5. Webbing top carry handle with leather accent 6. Super thick, soft, and comfortable shoulder strap for one to carry fully loaded backpack without having to suffer shoulder pain. 7. Breathable back especially when one has to carry fully loaded backpack in hot summer sweltering humid weather. 8. Orange or purple interior 9. All YKK Aquaguard zipper for all zips of the backpack please. 10. Avoid any kind of branding. The most, please keep minimal branding. 11. Various choices of backpack exterior colour, e.g. black, navy midnight, dark brown, dark forest green, etc. 12. 36 months warranty is preferable. Last but not least: FREE shipping anywhere in the world (not just in USA and Canada).
3:20 why you don't do the laptop compartment where you said already it's the best one? I think it was the laptop compartment where you could strap it from above but also from the side. Sadly I don't remember which brand it was 😅
that's Minaal you are thinking of, and I wouldn't want to rip them off, plus that whole bag is built around that concept. Ours is a much more simple design, but while still making sure the laptop compartment is NEXT LEVEL
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Which version of the bag do you prefer? V1 or V2? 👇
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I prefer the v1 for the feature (expansion and the water bottle that I think that can be used easy when the backpack it's full or expanded and full.) The white backpanel look so sexy! In these days I'm testing another backpack (recycled firefighter 12plus) but for our wheter your backpack look perfect 😅! By the way you are making an awesome product dude! Alot of hype ! Ps
The solution for the security of the hatch look brilliant ! Only one thing the material that you chose for the hatch make me feel a little bit insecure for the scratch resistant like the nomatic material . Keep it in mind . By the way all of the two material look fantastic!
V2 is nice and fits the minimalistic movement. Features are better at v1. I like bottle holder even I don't need it because I have only small bottles like 500-700ml but there are probably a lot of people who need a bigger bottle holder :)
I'm digging the grey back. Unique
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I am liking the v1 for all the options. Definitely need you to reconsider using the purple interior, everyone else uses orange and I’ve always wanted a purple interior in a bag! It’s looking really good so far.
ha I'm glad you like! We have plans for a grey/copper interior right now, but if that doesn't work I might have to consider purple
Not just any purple, Prince Barney :tm: Purple fo sho!@@Nomads.Nation
I would go with the versatility of pack v1. I like the light gray on the back panel, expandability and stowaway water bottle, definitely keep the bright colors on the inside of the bags.
thanks dude, great feedback!
@@Nomads.Nationare you going to make a sling with outside pockets in front and back? I'm in if you do. Please 🙏
@@jcap8391 I do! But it'll take some time lol, gotta launch my backpack first
Brother, I love your passion for bags. As a fellow nomad, I FEEL you, bags are important. I'm also a sneakerhead and I travel with 7-12 pairs of shoes at all times.
Keep up the great work, leaving ya a comment for engagement algorithm hacking and of course, showing love bruva!
Appreciate it dude! ❤️
14:51 Incredible. I believe you're the first one in the world to document the making of a new bag line from start to finish. The side water bottle holder is a neat idea and I have never seen anything like this. Personally, it only adds a small amount of utility compared to some other critical features, but it is still a neat idea, although the added production complexity may or may not make business sense after testing. I hope you are blessed with wonderful pre-orders once you've got your final design nailed! Obviously you may make a v2.0 edition down the road after mass feedback. Very exciting!
really appreciate the enthusiasm dude! I just got the newest sample of the bag today - check it out here th-cam.com/users/shortsYn4rPR7t20A
Thank you Aaron for demonstrating your commitment to top class backpacks. I think it's a brilliant idea to involve Your viewers in the production of the best backpack, and what I find even better is the charisma with which you pursue this goal and develop an area that I haven't seen cultivated in this way anywhere before. From your fan from Munich, Germany.
thanks for following and supporting my journey!!
Great video Aaron. I'm really enjoying working with you. You don't make it easy, but it's always fun and I look forward to many more years and awesome products working together...
yea gotta make you work for that money! 😉 thankful for all you and the team at BagMe do Luke 🫶🏽
I love the features of V1 especially with the stowaway water bottle holder and the safety zipper lock. But the V2 black honeycomb look is beautiful! Best of both world if that could be on the V1
great feedback, really apprecaite it!
I like v1 there are to many black bags in this world. It’s coming along nicely. All though I don’t need another bag I will buy one just to support your project. Looking forward to the final product. Keep your dream going. Great work to all the people who worked on this.
thanks so much dude, I'm so lucky to have such an amazing team helping me, I'd be literally nowhere without them
Very good!! I'm loving your idea of building a backpack. Here in Brazil I am starting with the creation of a backpack, which here I have to unfold from the mold to the finalization, a craftsman service. The footprint of the bag is in the military style. I still want to improve myself more. Congratulations on the project. One day I want to get to know this place and follow the world of backpack creation up close!!! Show
thanks so much and best of luck with your creation!
Wish you the best man. A French guy like me is passionate about your project. You make me want to buy all the backpack you review. And yours will be the best, for sure. Good luck and well done!
so awesome dude, that means so much to me merci!
It's always good to see someone actually do something instead of talking about it. They both seems good to be honest. Also the purple is cool, everyone uses orange or yellow.
appreciate the kind words - I believe in the power of taking action, and even if I fail on this journey I hope that I can inspire others to take action and pursue their dreams
Let's freaking go man! So stoked for you!!
hell yea, thanks dude!
Prefer the V2 color scheme, but definitely loving the V1 features. Can’t wait to hear your report 🫡
coming soon! 🫡
I really like the idea of the hidden water bottle holder, not to keen on light grey for the back of the bag, since it could show dirt more often from being on the ground even thou it is just a sample. I also like the other hidden smaller pocket. The lockable feature for the zipper is also very nifty
thanks for the feedback! And don't worry, the back panel will be black :)
Thank you for your dedication in taking time to really perfect a design, Im watching the video right now in awe and excitement!!!
thank you so much! It's a craazy journey but I really love sharing the ups and downs :D
The polished brass looks dope!
I’m goin with V1. I like the options of expansion, and if that stow-able water bottle pocket works that’d be sweet! I love hidden things and stow features. The hatch looks really cool, too!
The material for V2 looks…greasy? I dunno.
And I also like matte type of color finishes for backpacks, and V1 looks like the right material for that.
Great job so far!
really appreciate that mate! And yes, V1 has that classier look and would o well with a matte-esque finish.
First of all, respect for coming up with a fresh and creative design. I like the v1 colors and that front compartment and water bottle feature are slick. With respect, the only things I’m not wild on are the name (sounds too “techy” like a food delivery app or something) and the related logos. The little coin one especially. Good luck with everything!
great feedback! I think that the copper color for the metal logo is too much, so we'll probably make it a sexy matte black in the next sample 💪
You DEFINITELY NEED an option with that fabulous purple! Also I really like the contrast in that back panel - doesn’t have to be that grey (might absorb sweat and get marked easily) but loving the contrast!
thanks so much for that feedback! But purple is NOT happening 😂
Maybe a limited run of the purple, just for first round backers? 😂
I would legitimately buy a new bag for the purple. Which is hard when that means possibly giving up my beloved Aer TP3.
Congratulations Aaron on this new milestone.
Almost there.
I like the version with purple insides.
Appreciate the feedback Keith - we are getting close!!
Oh wow!! Ok now after seeing the video I change my mind on a few things. Seeing the videos really helps and puts things into perspective. The amount of time and energy is unbelievable and it’s amazing to see where my dollars are going. I can not wait to hear your thoughts after testing!!
Thanks so much Dawn!!! Its crazy to see a) how long the process is, but b) how far we have come
Both have their place and both are dope. Purple interior rocks
Thanks dude! So many ppl like the purple interior - might have to do a limited release with it one day haha
The light grey backing looks good, but probably impractical since it’ll get wet with sweat and end up being a dirt magnet. It really looks awesome though.
I think you are 100% correct... back to black it probably is
I was about to reply with a similar comment. Agree it looks nice, but concerns about sweat stains and other dirt build up from daily use were my first thoughts when I saw the light gray.
Given your love for innovation you have to go with V1. The water bottle holder is ideal for someone like me who never uses the holder on my Aer but might someday when I take a long hike. My wife loves how the hatch locks.
I like the light colored back panel. Will it stay clean or show every little spot?
Great job. I've enjoyed following your journey.
Love the feedback! As for the back panel - this is a great point. I'm gonna have to drag is around the house a bit and see how it handles dirt. If not well, then we'll go back to a darker color for sure 💪
two minutes in, but I paused to say that I LOVE wallet stash pockets on the side because not only are they easy access, but also because they give me security. But I also would love something to latch them in like a key strap of sorts that I could clip to my wallet while maintaining that easy access. ❤
Cool idea! Thanks for the suggestion
@@Nomads.Nation love the bags, and I would love to add one to my daily use. I cannot pick a fave version, tho.
How big of a water bottle will the water bottle pocket hold?
@@RebeccaSmith77 awesome! I tested up to a 25oz and it fit very well. What size bottle do you have?
@@Nomads.Nation I have a 25 oz. Stanley C3PO bottle lol. It is my most EDC item. It goes everywhere with me.
I even bought a backup in case I lose it or it breaks. ❤️
@@RebeccaSmith77 nice! It’ll definitely fit 👍🏽
V1. Really appreciate the intricate craftsmanship and teamwork to making a backpack.
Keep up the good work!
thanks so much! I''m so lucky to have this team, they are brilliant and remind me everyday that I basically know nothing about bags compared to them 😂
Love the gray color. Makes it look super premium. What would the expanded size be?
Appreciate that! Currently it's a 20L that can expand to 25L. Check out our newest video where you can see the newest sample and get more information about the bag - th-cam.com/video/dsQ3VPrDaL4/w-d-xo.html
Congratsan. It's been fun to watch the process!
its been a fun process to document :)
One questions with using a light coloured back is if you take this back for a 1 day hike and you put it down will it get noticeable dirty compared to just one dark colour? As there aren't often seats around and if you live in a more bush place like New Zealand for me, then that is a common thing is finding somewhere your bag can go while you have lunch or just a short rest.
good point! I think I'm definitely leaning away from the gray at this point, even though it looks really nice
Great insights! Loving the series. Appreciate these are still samples (and features aside) but V2 looks more premium to me at this time. V1 materials and colour way, although hard to tell on camera, looks a bit schoolbag’ish to me at this time. Good luck on the journey and keep up the great work! 👍
great feedback dude! I agree that V1's simpler aesthetic might come across as less premium, but actually the material is gorgeous and very expensive. Big decisions to make!
I like the 2 tone but mostly because it is different. Functionally is really the most important thing so I will be looking forward to your testing.
agreed - a bag can be pretty but doesn't mean anything if it isn't functional. Testing reports coming soon!
Looks like a bag i'd buy in a heartbeat - Great progress!
really appreciate that!!!
Looking good Aaron. Any chance of having an option whete you can put away the straps and have a fitting so it goes over the handle of your larger bag. I travel a lot and need both a professional looking bag and a back pack for my adventures. Love love love the hidden water bottle feature. Keep up the good work
Thanks so much mate! I’m sorry though, I don’t understand your question - does this feature exist currently on another bag?
I think you should make a 15L expandable to 25L and then a 25L expandable to 35L. I'd probably go for the smaller one. Hopefully it fits the 14 inch macbook like a glove. A pocket that's too small for the 15/16 inch macbooks, for added protection. You should try getting the aerofoam padding added to the bottom of the backpack and laptop pockets
Great suggestions!
Congratulations for finishing the two samples.
appreciated! its been a long journey, but we are getting closer
The water bottle pocket idea is very cool but I wonder if the extra cost and added points of failure would be worth it.
I’m curious in what situation do you think stowing away the water bottle holder will be advantageous over one that is flush to the back when not in use.
So we created this solution to be able to keep the 5 liters of expansion. If we add a normal water bottle holder, it has to be done at the expense of the expansion, which I don’t want to do.
Good news is that I’ve been testing it out and it works very well. I think many people will either clip it on or keep it off 95% if the time, but for me it’s been a lot of fun going back and forth depending on my needs of the day.
Running around the city and need to feel super streamlined? No water bottle holder.
Packing a ton of stuff and need the extra space? Attach the water bottle holder.
Heading to a business meeting and want the bag to look super sexy? No water bottle holder.
Etc
Having the option definitely has its benefits imo
Will buy it can’t wait for it.
thanks so much!
100% Digging the light grey back panel. As someone who lives on the surface of the Sun, aka Florida, dark back panels are the WORST!
great feedback dude! Also, love your channel! I'm a huge film buff so just subbed 😎
Aaron, this is looking phenomenal. The V2 bag material is more subtle (at least on video) than I thought it might be. They both look great though. I like the lighter gray back panel, as long as it doesn't pick up dirt easily. Love the dangle stoppers for the stowaway water bottle. I hope there are some for the straps too when it goes to production. Does the flap have the magnets to hold it down in this version or am I misremembering that?
I have a Knack Series 1 now and I'm over orange interior. Something that's not to loud for that interior but lets you find stuff would be the key. Can't wait to see your video doing the rundown of every feature of both. Maybe you do the V1 now and the V2 later as the more minimal/entry version.
I think the V1 would be my choice, but they both look great. Looks like a great team there. Loving seeing the process.
Also, for full dev of a bag, $21k isn't nothing, but for what you're getting there, seems like great value.
thanks so much Scott! Yes, the flap has very strong magnets which give it a very secure (And satisfying!) connection to the bag.
I think you'll like the interior material I have in mind - very subtle but also unique and intersting
21K is only for the development costs, I've put a lot more in marketing so far but you know what they say - no risk, no reward! Thanks for the suppor mate :)
congrats on the hard work and the new bag. Im curious if creating your own brand will change the content of this channel, or if you will continue reviewing other peoples bags? Best of luck with production!
Thanks so much! And yes, the channel will stay exactly the same. This channel has changed my life, so it’s crucial that I don’t allow Fyro to hurt it’s growth. I will continue to review bags honestly, and in a way that best serves the Carry Community ❤️
@@Nomads.Nation right on man! Thanks for the response. Excited to see your final product!
@@nitrospice1222 🫶🏽
Great job as always, Mr A! Can't wait to see your breakdowns. Impressed with what you've done for That investment! On my next trip I have my carry-on, but have a foldable Venture backpack for wandering around a city for things I might buy. I've used that daily at home and am surprised how light but tough it is.
thanks so much Mark - getting closer every day!!!
Expandable version for me. Ideally I’d like a bag that can accommodate a business jacket/suit as well as the sort of casual clothing worn by guys who make these videos! I still haven’t found a bag that protects the formal gear while still giving space to camera stuff and tourist gear. There’s only so many times I can wear business clothes on a plane before looking crumpled
good looks! Maybe we can add some sort of clothing accessory later down the line, I know this is a problem that many people face
Well done! They both look very cool - traditional bottleholder seems less of a hassle.
certainly is, but traditional water bottle would mean we would have to eliminate the expansion AND it would not be full clamshell opening.... so alwas a give an a take
This is such a cool video series. Out of interest, what sort of unit price are you looking at for a bag like this produced in Vietnam?
Thanks dude! The unit prices are in line with other factories - I’ve done prototypes in Indonesia and have a lot of connects making bags in China. Prices are slightly lower in China, but that gets offset with quality and lack of US tariffs for me. Most bags in this class cost $40-$70 to produce
great job Aaron, you really show us how desperate you're for making it out of the woodwork! Let me know once it's available for pre-order!
desperate for sure! this is being documented so it needs to be something truly amazing, and I won't rest until we get there!!
I would add compression straps or loops or something to the sides so the water bottle can be secured in the holder
interesting idea! Let me see if we can make something like that work, but to be honest, the water bottle is crazy secure with out it
Awesome video Aaron. Have to say, congrats on filming this incredible journey - I think you bridged the careers of content creator and product creator - very cool.
Some thoughts, very interested in your reviews and use of the products but V1 is the one for me. That water bottle holder definitely has promise - curious to see how it works out.
I like the grey interior - one thing I would test - is how dirty it gets - looks sick now, but might look actually sick if it shows dirt or sweat stains - but in terms of the colour ways - I love that it breaks up the monotony of just the grey.
That lock for the hatch - nailed it! I'll be curious if you do change it but looks fantastic and is a really nice feature.
Can't wait for your full reviews!
thanks so much Jeff! its been crazy to do both at once, but I'm learning a lot along the way. Great call on the gray material - we'll definitely test it out to see, but black is probably the safer (and sleeker) choice.
Pretty cool! Dig the brass logo (wasn't sold on the logo design before, but it looks nice in brass). The gray back panel is aesthetically pleasing but I'm guessing it'll look pretty bad after some use. I'm curious to know how that water bottle pocket functions too. And if it does, I think I'd prefer the look of V2 with the stowable pocket. The bag design is more modern than traditional overall, so I prefer the material on the V2.
Also, go for the purple. You know you want to. A ripstop fabric in that colour would probably differentiate you a lot from competing brands.
great feedback! Totally agreed that distinguishing is crucial, but I have a different material/color in mind for the interior (better than purple imo). I'll be sure to show everyone how the stowable water bottle pocket works in depth very soon!
Can't wait to see the final product and wait for the review. Of course I would buy it if it was worth it.💪thanks aaron!
thanks dude! I'll be testing the bags and then reporting back to you guys very soon
Wow they look great, I’ve been looking forward to this vid. I like how the lighter color contrasts on the black bottom and hatch. For material I’d go with handfeel, with lint/hair pickup and clothes abrasion as other concerns. It’s not a tactical bag so it should play with thin clothes and bare skin well. In regards to the back, the light grey looks cool but I worry about stains etc. in regards to expansion and stowaway vs simplicity that’s tough, only testing will reveal if it’s worth it.
yea for these reasons I'm leaning towards the canvas. The PC nylon is UNREAL, but it's a bit on the scratchy side. Granted though, it's on the front of the bag, and really only the soft mesh makes contact with your skin, so it won't be a problem if we end up going with it
Oh boy. I'm excited
ha me too!
Me three
Congrats mate. Looking forward to the field test. We've aleady made up our mind which will sufice but will wait for your reviews. Cowabunga..!!
cheers mate and cowabunga as always! 🤠
great job. i respect that you are so passionate to go down this route. dope bags.
thanks dude! its a long journey but learning so much :)
For me it has to be super light weight. It cannot be too light. Always fighting the international carryon limits of 7KG.
We are currently at 1.1 kg, which given all the features and top-notch materials is a really impressive weight in my opinion 💪🏻
@@Nomads.Nation You are doing it right. Are you down to 1 bag? Expandable? Liters? Following your progress 🤔🤔🤔
@@codywy5579 its currently a 21L that can expand to 26L - so the expansion isn't too big/overwhelming for the bag, but still enough versatility for EDC + 1 bag travel 💪
Any plans on creating a sling backpack/sling variant of this?
At this point no. Super complex and to be honest I’m just drawn to more minimalist products at this point… but I won’t close the door entirely 😉
I like the look of the lighter back and the contrast. Only concern is if it'll get noticeably dirty?
that is the concern! I'll have to drag it through the streets of Hong Kong and see how it reacts lol
Arron. The pack looks amazing 🎉Can’t wait to order one 👍👍👍👍 stick in there man, you’re doing an amazing job💪👍
Much appreciated!!! Couldn’t do it without the help of this amazing community 💪🏾
Nice videos, this definitively gives more perspective on how a backpack is made.
I would add some compress straps for one of the sides. This could be useful when you have a wet rain jacket that cannot go into the backpack.
As for the color, I thought grey was not a great option until I saw it contrasted with the black bottom section. It looks awesome! If it does not get too dirty, I would keep it as an option or keep the contrast with other color as urban green.
great feedback dude! I need to test the gray out a bit more to see how durable it actually is. Tbh, it'll probably just get switched to black to have ultimate durability
Hey Aaron, replied to the email but also leaving a comment here for TH-cam reasons.
V1 looks sick, expanded water bottle looks like a great idea.
Super stoked to be following along with the journey.
all the best and take care man
Swiftie
thanks so much Swiftie!
This is such a cool project. Thanks for sharing the journey. Also: I miss being in Asia. This times me so many vibes of my documentary that I filmed in Indonesia
Really appreciate it Bo! One day you'll come visit me in Asia and we'll enjoy some Japanese whiskey and a Vietnamese bowl of noodles 😎
Rewatched the video again cause can't wait for the next video about the V1 and V2 samples 😂 Hopefully I can also invest on your bag soon! (Though hopefully it comes at a reasonable price 😂)
Next video coming soon! The Kickstarter prices will be the lowest the bag will ever cost, so will be a very good price for the high quality you are getting 💪🏾
@@Nomads.Nation Awesome, looking forward to it! 👌
lol. Love the manufactured suspense. Like movies, where the clock is ticking but for no reason. I have a booked flight! The stakes are that high! It has to be ready! But I’m into it, lol.
It really was down the wire.. The bags were handed to Aaron as the team were walking out the door on a 4 day Vietnamese Independence Day long weekend. The 2 women cleaning the bags worked 5 minutes overtime. It really was that close :)
yea dude, I'd admit if it was manufactured, but this was very real. Granted, all I would have had to have done is fly back to Vietnam a week later if need be, but in the context of getting the bag done before the holiday started - very real :)
@@Nomads.Nation oh there was a national holiday! I missed that lol.
@@Rollingstone2009 all good! I did a poor job explaining it. Yes so the day after they went on a two day holiday (th/Fr) and then with the weekend (sat/Sun) it meant we had to finish. Glad we made it!
Looks great! I personally would choose V2, it looks more robust. I am a bit skeptical about the lid. Could it be closed with the zipper in later versions?
thanks so much! what do you mean 'can it be closed with the zipper?' - like locked?
Nice work. I like the lockable pocket and the side pocket for you passport! Don’t forget to test them intensely (walking the whole day with a heavy bag)
thanks Edwin, and yes, I'm in the field everyday with them right now AND I'm going to be working with members of the community to get their perspective as well :D
I hope the final retail price won't be $21,347! So is it possible to have 2 detachable drink holders if you don't want to take advantage of the clamshell design?
I might be able to cut the price a little 😜
So it’s possible to do this, but then it would mean eliminating the hidden back wallet pocket… which would really suck.
V1 looks awesome. I actually prefer the stowable water bottle holder as I keep mine inside the bag. Only if it is full I'll take it out. Keep it up!
great feedback - thanks!
I prefer the v1 for the feature (expansion and the water bottle that I think that can be used easy when the backpack it's full or expanded and full.) The white backpanel look so sexy! In these days I'm testing another backpack (recycled firefighter 12plus) but for our wheter your backpack look perfect 😅! By the way you are making an awesome product dude! Alot of hype ! Ps
The solution for the security of the hatch look brilliant ! Only one thing the material that you chose for the hatch make me feel a little bit insecure for the scratch resistant like the nomatic material . Keep it in mind . By the way all of the two material look fantastic!
thanks so much Fabrizio!! While we like the current materials, we def plan to explore some other materials for the lid of the Hatch - we've got a few ideas for the next sample :D
@Nomads.Nation it's incredible that all of my thoughts and doubts you have already think about them and try to solve ! Wish you was building this backpack here in italy to follow you in person ! And thank alot for take us in this difficult and long process of building a backpack !
@@fabriziogargiulo7435 my pleasure dude - many more updates coming soon!!
That purple was cool man
ha it did grow on me a bit, but as a new startup we only have enough resources for one color lining, and we ended up going with our custom Fyro copper. Maybe we'll do a purple limited run one day 💪
❤ the storeway water bottle holder! Very innovative. I use it on long days out and about but never in the city during daily trips. This would be perfect for me. Cool stuff. Personally, I am not a fan of bright, usuall interior colors, I definitely prefer city stealth. Don't need extra attention if I carry around hundreds of euro worth of tech ... and be it just my laptop and phone.
great feedback! We are definitely going to choose something less bright for the interior - we actually just ordered it today. A gray color (not to dark or light) with a bit of orange for a highlight effect. Should be LIT!
That bag looks so sick!
thanks dude, its really coming together! My team knows how to put together something amazing, I'm very blessed
Definitely going v2 new to travel backpacks so expansion isn't really a concern of mine. But the water bottle holder and hidden pocket are sell points for me.
love to hear it - cheers!
They look nice !! Want to see the V1 in black colour too!!
Agreed! We'll be doing just that in the next sample round :)
Good idea to find a way to lock the quick access compartment, but the actual solution appears to be a bit cumbersome and slow.
I see your point, but I think that the simplicity of the solution is part of the appeal. It's not some space-grade magnetic hardware - it's a simple, yet timeless and effective way, to make sure the bag is secure anytime you need :)
Both of them looks great! I'll buy the gray one!!!!! let's go Aaron!!! Hurry up man! :D
Thanks dude! Things are moving but I won’t launch until they are PERFECT - hopefully a few more months 😆
How does the exterior material for the bag compare with fabric like Cordura?
Great question! So Cordura makes some of the worlds best fabrics, but the don’t make all types of fabrics - ie, they don’t make a waxed canvas. If we choose this material, we’ll be sourcing it from the best vendors available (ones that will be on par with cordura, but the waxed canvas version). This material is fantastic and extremely durable and is the reason why it’s used by top-notch bag brands such as Trakke, GORUCK, Defy, Pakt, Fjallraven, and so many more.
The water bottle pouch is genius!! Can I steal that for my bag? 😂 I have a stowable organiser in my design that I'm testing as well, so I think we're onto something here. Fyro isn't exactly my style, but I look forward to purchasing one to support your efforts and being my product development buddy in terms of timeline! We're close!
thanks for the love, and can't wait to see this stowable organizer.... sounds really interesting 🤔
@@Nomads.Nation me too! It's a little wonky but I think it's gonna work with a few more tweaks! Hoping your water bottle pouch works good too I'm very excited for it! I know decathelon bags have stowable bottle pouches but nothing as nice as what your designer did.
@@melkohxh yea we should have the first urban-solution out there. Excited to see your bag - send it to me once it's ready!
@@Nomads.Nation For sure!! My timeline to the final product is still about six months 🤭 I think I need to be as disciplined as your team but it's also nice I'm a little late, you guys are tough competition! Wouldn't want my kickstarter to be at the same time as yours 😁
you went to my country vietnam for manufacture 😊. When it’s coming out? i’ll get one to try out and put it up against my aer city pro 😊
love Vietnam! We are hoping to launch in early 2024 on Kickstarter - make sure you are on our email list so you know when we go live!
V2 - like the outside but sad about the lack of the stowable bottle slot.
On V1: not a fan of the light grey padding, it stands out too much against the backpack itself and in general - I feel like there's better features to draw attention to than the back padding. Also, lighter black/grey shell just looks faded instead of intentional to me. Black works because it goes with every outfit, when you get too off-standard with that stuff it stops suiting the widest range of audience. Really hope the inside is not actually going to be orange 💀. I really like the rip-stop color from the Alpaka brand that you raved so much about - now THAT was nice and classy.
great feedback - thanks so much! and don't worry, we won't be using that orange ;)
Stoked to see the updates! Like you, I'm kind of growing on the light grey back panel. But a shame on the no purple interior 😂
I'm more of a V1 for function. But the material on the V2 looks interesting.
ahh I know - there is no easy decision here
Please take in account big people and make shoulder straps longer. I tried several vendors that is conclusion how it feels: Everki - perfect, AER - good, Evergoods - ok, Timbuk2 - to short for me. I measured 50cm, and it enough even when carrying the bag with a bit relaxed straps. Thanks!
hey dude, I'd love to pick your brain on this a bit more so I can make the bag as comfy as possible. I have many Aer and Evergoods bags, but I just measured the straps and they are 40cm... do you mean the straps + the nylon webbing below the straps (that you can use to loosen them) is 50cm? Also feel free to email me aaron@nomadsnation.com, cheers
You should check the durability. Last year I had a Onemate discovery Backpack (it's a German brand) for onebag travel and after the first journey from Germany to Serbia with 12KG including bag weight it was broken 🤣 One handle broke and one strap nearly broke
oh for sure, we are going to take this bag through hell and back to make sure it's invincible (and even if it does break, it will be protected by warranty)
Looking to see how this would rank against the new Pakt bag. Hopefully not as pricey. I travel a lot for business so need a bag that I can really be good with. Love your content and really hope you come out with a winner 😊
thanks for the kind words! This will be a very different bag from the Pakt bag - theirs is 35/45L travel bag, and mine is a 21L every day work bag that can expand to 25L... so different use cases for sure. But I will say that traveling with the Fyro bag on my current trip to the US has been really impressive, so it can def work great as a smaller travel bag OR as a compliment to a suitcase 💪
@@Nomads.Nation I'll take it! :) Suitcase is a given for my travels. What I need is a nice sized bag that will take my tech, 1 "in case all is lost" pair of clothes / shoes and essentials.
@@RezaJivani that’s perfect! The Fyro bag will be a match made in heaven for you 😉
Very excited for this backpack, especially the water bottle solution. Do you have the estimate dimension of the backpack?
yes! around 46 cm tall x 28 cm wide x 12 cm deep
Really exciting to see Fyro taking shape, you're right, that pale grey mesh does grow on you with time. Love the security pocket, and the new style water bottle holder. Looking forward to your reports on V1 and V2.
thanks dude! reports coming very soon!
I need that minimalist version. 😅 It looks clean and professional. 👌 I like classy things. That gray version with black at the bottom, does not look good. Will collect a lot of dirt and look ugly. Try dark brown or similar instead of gray with a black bottom, might look different and help in casual plus professional. I have been following your backpack creation journey for quite some time. Shows how you are passionate about backpacks.
thanks for the feedback! Don't worry, we'll be doing V1 in black - gray is the only material we had available
When will it be ready for purchase roughly?
Aiming for Feb 2024!
You had me at the quick access zippered secret wallet compartment. Living in a country where pickpocketing is a common occurrence, little details such as this are an absolute gamechanger for me.
dude so glad to hear, and I'm sure the lockable zipper in the Hatch compartment will also come in handy for you :)
In which country you live? What if they rob the whole bag? 🤣
The hidden compartment and the hatch secure like I see in this update look perfect for my loved and hated Naples in italy !
@@patrick1992 nothing you can do to stop that lol
@@fabriziogargiulo7435 living in Hong Kong I'm not that worried about theft, but listening to the community's comments made me realize that SO MANY people are, and I'm so stoked to make a bag that can perform perfectly in any urban environment - from Hong Kong to Napoli!
Great idea for the water bottle holder. Very slick and sexy. The bags look great. I like the features in V1 so I hope that bag works out like you hoped. Looking forward to the review.
thanks dude!
Take my money! I'm so ready for this bag!
ha coming soon! The bags still aren't good enough yet. Aiming to launch the Kickstarter in early 2024 after another crucial round of sampling
The hatch's zipper with carabiner would add a quick way to lock it. The one ltt use looks dope
Also, not a fan of light grey, it will get dirty faster i think, dark color is a go for me
I thought about a caribiner but I don't think it's the right look for Fyro, not quite professional enough of an aesthetic in my opinion, but I like where your head it at!
Ah… my bad, put the aesthetic aside and focus on the mechanism. I also think whether you can use the… flipflop zipper? I don’t know the name but this kind of zipper is commonly used in reversible jacket. Also targus sol lite locking mechanism is something that you can look too
Btw i love the v2 material, but v1 feature is something that I cannot skip, especially the expansion feature one, lol…
Love V1! Can you use the pocket to store a jacket or tripod too? It looks like it makes a sleeve. If so, a strap or d ring to hold on there works be awesome. Could be cool too for the pocket to be behind a zipper to the inside for people that carry their water bottle in the bag. Keep up the awesome work! Maybe you can find a way for one of the pockets to be purple as an "if you know, you know" easter egg
thanks dude and great suggestions! Love the idea of the easter egg too 😂
That purple is fire 🔥
lol don't get too attached, it's just a placeholder
I know 😂 it’s just so different than anything else you see. Makes it stand out from a very crowded market
@@stevendevlin5204 totally agree, that's why we've found a different internal material that is equally as unique, but a bit more muted and on-brand
Отличные рюкзаки, Aaron! Хорошо, когда есть выбор. Приглянулся тёмный вариант.
Удачи!!!
thank you so much!
Hey, Aaron. I cannot wait to get my hands on this bag. I'm team V1, especially if that water bottle holder works out. I would much rather have a fully clamshell opening which we wouldn't get on V2. And I know you say it's not happening, but if I could get a V1 in black/purple, or grey/purple, I'd be sending you $$$ right now.
The water bottle holder is BLOWING MY MIND how great it works, so stoked about that! And for the purple version, this V2 will be the only one I have, maybe we'll do a giveaway or auction so someone can win a piece of Fyro history :D
The people's bag love it
it really is - I'm taking ALL the feedback in and am so stoked with where its all going
Do the straps have those little cute slot for cards? That would be awesome 🤩
so we didn't add those because in my experience those pockets are a bit gimmicky and they can mess with the comfort a bit. Making this bag as comfortable as possible was our #1 priority, so we cut anything that would compromise that
I like v1 more. Waxed Canvas and expansion is a win))) v2 is also ok)))
im with you, I really love V2, but that waxed canvas is just so classy (without looking like an antique)
I like backpack with ample space to fit without having difficulty to store or take out from the bag following items:
1. 1x Macbook Pro 16 inch
2. 1 x iPad Pro 12 inch
3. 1 x Bose QC45 headphone
4. 1 x Cable organizer compartment size (25cm x 18cm x 9cm) storing all SSD drive, USB-C cables, lightning cable, Macbook power adaptor, Logitech mouse.
5. 1 x mini umbrella (on left pocket of the backpack)
6. 1 x water bottle (500ml) on the right pocket of the backpack
Additionally, the backpack should features:
1. Extra durable exterior material similar or even better than nylon ballistic used in Tumi
2. 1 x RFID compartment to keep wallet with credit card
3. The laptop and ipad compartment must be equipped with smooth velvet material and magnetic flap.
4. Both left and right pocket of the backpack should ideally equipped with small outlet as way for any liquid to disperse out of the bag. Of course the material of the bag must be water proof to prevent any water from either right or left pocket enter to the main compartment. Tumi backpack is famous with this small outlet such as Tumi Alpha Bravo.
5. Webbing top carry handle with leather accent
6. Super thick, soft, and comfortable shoulder strap for one to carry fully loaded backpack without having to suffer shoulder pain.
7. Breathable back especially when one has to carry fully loaded backpack in hot summer sweltering humid weather.
8. Orange or purple interior
9. All YKK Aquaguard zipper for all zips of the backpack please.
10. Avoid any kind of branding. The most, please keep minimal branding.
11. Various choices of backpack exterior colour, e.g. black, navy midnight, dark brown, dark forest green, etc.
12. 36 months warranty is preferable.
Last but not least: FREE shipping anywhere in the world (not just in USA and Canada).
great feedback - thanks so much!
3:20 why you don't do the laptop compartment where you said already it's the best one? I think it was the laptop compartment where you could strap it from above but also from the side. Sadly I don't remember which brand it was 😅
that's Minaal you are thinking of, and I wouldn't want to rip them off, plus that whole bag is built around that concept. Ours is a much more simple design, but while still making sure the laptop compartment is NEXT LEVEL
I promise I will buy it just for to have it, if it comes to Thailand, even if I don’t need one, cheers!
I'll hold you to that ;)