Alpaka Ark Bifold Wallet & ARK Card Wallet Review (They are made of XPAC??)
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- čas přidán 16. 07. 2024
- Alpaka ARK WalletsReview // Overall pros and cons // Who this wallet is perfect for // Who this wallet is NOT perfect for // Where to get the best price and more!
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00:00 - Intro
0:26 - Gist
3:31 - Pros and Cons
4:18 - Alternatives
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X-PAC®. FABRIC. ON. A. WALLET?!
The Alpaka Ark series (Ark Bifold Wallet and ARK Card Wallet) is changing the wallet game. Like did we see the use of the X-Pac fabric coming?! This is one of the first companies who used it and we're loving it!
The Ark Bifold and Ark Card wallet are both insanely durable, minimalist, and lightweight. They are definitely for you if you prefer ultra-thin wallets that don't look too bulky inside your pocket. It's also for you if you don't need carry a lot of cards and cash. If you also find this fabric choice and thin design interesting, make sure to watch our video for an in-depth of the Alpaka Ark Wallets!
Let's help the community by leaving a comment down below with your thoughts about this pack. Do you want something that fits more cards? Do you think they should've included an RFID protection on the Ark Card wallet? And if you already have it, how is it so far? We'd love to hear from you!
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Get the Alpaka ARK Wallets if…
✅ You want a lightweight wallet for your cards and cash.
✅ You think that their minimalist design suits your vibe.
✅ You love that they're made with X-pac material.
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DO NOT get the Alpaka ARK Wallets if…
❌ You want another wallet option that's made with high-quality leather. Below's another alternative... 👇🏼
🎒 Bellroy Hide and Seek Wallet
✍🏼 This wallet gives a classic vibe due to the high-quality leather used to make it.
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/44our8a
👉🏼 Check the best price: go.nomadsnation.com/bellroy-h...
❌ You want a wallet where accessibility is never an issue. Check below for another great option… 👇🏼
🎒 DISTIL UNION WALLY BIFOLD 5.0
✍🏼 This wallet has a quick-access card slots.
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/3uRdR3D
👉🏼 Check the best price: go.nomadsnation.com/distil-bi...
❌ You think you need more wallet options cause these recommendations aren't enough for you. Below's a roundup to hopefully help you find the best wallet for you… 👇🏼
🎒 10 Best Minimalist EDC Wallet
✍🏼 Has next-level and insane features, but expensive
👉🏼 Watch our review: bit.ly/3inochv
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Specs/Features/Summary
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🎒 BIFOLD WALLET
• Holds 12-14+ cards
• X-Pac® VX21 fabric
• Black / Dark Green / Slate Grey
• 5 card slots
• 1 dedicated slot for storing cash
🎒 CARD WALLET
• Holds 4-6+ cards
• X-Pac® VX21 fabric
• Slate Grey / Coyote Brown / Black / Dark Green
• Two card slots on each side
• Main opening for storing cash
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Aaron is so good he sold me off of the video title alone. The rest of the video was just a hangout
Haha gotta love an XPAC wallet
Wow, you produce video in early morning 8:30am HKT. Hardworking man. #Salute 😂
Early bird gets the worm 😉
Nice review Aaron! I just bought the Ark Card wallet a few months ago, I was on the X-PAC fever, you know 😂.
It looks very cool but honestly I struggled a lot because it’s very hard and rigid, I just put 2 cards only on each side, and it was nice, until I tried to put a single folded bill inside. It was extremely difficult to pull it out (that’s what she said 😂) and the same to put it in. It was necessary for me to pull out the cards first in order to put the bill in or out.
I ended up coming back to my old Bellroy Card Pocket.
Great feedback dude - I should have highlighted this more in my review
I think the the card wallet is awesome, been using it over a year now but you need to wear it in. When you initial get the wallet, it's really tight and stiff and the cards are hard to get out. Almost gave up on it bur after a few months of use, it loosen up and now is my favorite. The little alpaca inside the bill holder is a cool Easter egg.
good to know it loosens up over time!
I was considering this until I found the Pioneer Molecule cardholder 2.0. Worth checking it out!
Will do!
How's yours holding up? I heard a lot of people complaining about the heat weld being weak.
Not considering the price i'd say the pioneer wallets are a very good alternative too, at least i love mine and it still looks like new after 3 years of daily wearing.
I'll check em out!
Make a video on best small backpacks/bags for students? (15L or less edc backpacks or totes) ?
very specific request but we'll do our best :)
From my experience the card wallet kinda squeezed in and bent all my cards. Something to keep in mind or pick the Bifold instead
Great feedback!
Just got the up cardholder and it’s super tight. Hope it loosens. Up over time. A cutout would be nice to enable you to push the cards up
Agreed, it’s a great wallet but it’s TIGHT
I think most cardholder leather supposed to be tight to hold card securely. My Pularys card leather wallet is also tight.. that’s what she said 🤭
@@sglatitude OK Michael Scott lol
@@Nomads.Nation your CZcams video always left me satisfied and smiling.. that’s what she said 🤭
Im able to get either the Bellroy Melbourne Compact or Aer Day Pack 2 for 100 USD each. What would ypu recommend for EDC? Will watch your reviews but wdyt?
Melbourne for ease of access and Aer Day Pack 2 for comfort? Will probably get the Aer Day Pack 2 but wdyt
Aer 💪🏻
have you tested the pioneer carry altitude wallet?
Have not but hoping to soon
Aarroonn do a most comfortable backpacks vid or best shoulder straps vid. Get Tab along too for another opinion (he is very whiney about comfort right)
love the suggestion - I've added to our to do list!
Bifolds shouldnt require you to fold bills (or have money clip) imo.
Best minimalist/functional bifold i tried and currently use is the slimfold micro
Slimfold is amazing
slimfold is nice, but man xpac feels nicer than the slimfold material :(
IMO, xpac is too stiff and not pliable enough for a wallet. It doesn't conform around anything and will bulge out a lot when stuffed.
This is a fair criticism
I am trying to decide between the Bellroy Slim Sleeve and the Alpaka Ark Bifold wallet. Is the Bellroy Slim Sleeve noticeably smaller? Which would fit better in front pocket?
Both fit great. The Alpaka is a bit smaller, but the XPAC materials are tight. For me, the Bellroy wins
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