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The way the panels open up here to give you greater access, while still retaining enough rigidity so that you could open this from the side and not worry about stuff falling out-- extremely cool. A front pocket designed to work like a 2L (or like a desk caddy!) is fantastic.
Nice explanation, its like a really small version of those mystery ranch tri zips. But the hatch on top is faster and easier than having to extra zippers there to keep it closed.
to be transparent, this will likely be a premium add-on. I found one of the best keyleash manufacturers in the world, but they are expensive, so instead of increasing the price of the bag and making it included so everyone has to pay for it, I'll likely lower the bag price, and sell them seperately to anyone who wants the add on
This bag isn't my thing aesthetically (just been into more heritage-y stuff lately), but your passion, thoughtfulness, and honesty in the comments section about where other bags might be better than your own for specific use cases is all really admirable. The hatch is a really cool design, hope this thing's a success!
totally understood, it's def not a heritage vibe, but we did choose a classic backpack silhouette as to avoid being too modern/jet-pack-y. And yea, my goal is to get this bag into the hands of people who will get great use out of it, so if a different bag will be better for someone's use case, I'll be the first to point them in the right direction 💪
Didn't get it either until I watched this and went: 'Hell f*****g yes! Someone finally gets it!' All other bags you need to fight the bag to stay in place, wrestle with zippers or the pockets are too limiting. Good job on the hatch!
We can clearly tell you have put countless hours into the functionality of the backpack. I think that's what appeals most to me, aside from how amazingly cool it looks. I own too many backpacks to count, but they all fall short in some areas and excell in others. Your backpack seems to be the perfect balance for my everyday style. The quick access panel is brilliant. I haven't seen anything that covers a quick access pocket from every angle like that before.
Appreciate this so much dude, the work we’ve put into this bag has been crazy but I want to go to market with something really unique and functional and we are almost there!!
I like the centered design that helps if you like to swing your bag to one side or the other. Reminds me of the Gregory rhune 20 vertical zip quick access.
More short feature tours like this would be great... looking forward to your next prototype iteration to learn about the cool features you will be adding.
I like the purpose of this hatch, and I believe I would really use it for several of my smaller things to take with me, probably not for my water bottle or my umbrella, but I believe there’s some extra place for that on the side of the backpack, right?
Correct! We have a storable water bottle solution which is ideal for bottles, umbrellas, tripods, and similar sized items. And if you want to have a more streamlined carry-day, you can stow it away. Best of both worlds!
awesome to hear! I really have realized that since it's such a bold design choice, it's gonna take some explaining to really show its full value. More videos like this on the way!
Love the hatch.. one consideration if you are putting sun glasses and keys so you don’t get scratched sunglasses - maybe a padded section specific for sunglasses?
Welcome to designing soft goods. I guess that’s the reason there are so many different packs out there. Everyone has different needs and uses. I like the locking zip puller. I am not that organized so I would rather have that be a bigger pocket in the front and the zipper be to one side so the pocket is deeper. I also am not convinced about the get to things on the go demonstration. I’ve seen that demonstrated on other bags before, and not sure if that matches up to real life? I don’t know. Overall, it looks great!
Thanks dude! And yea, I’ll be very clear that this design will not give you the fastest/quickest access to your gear. Modern Dayfarer Backpack and Evergoods CPL24 still do that best (but our access is still pretty damn fast 🔥 😜). Each bag has its own benefits - it’s a great time to be in the carry community with so many options
The Hatch is awesome, so many variables and different kinds of stuff that you can put inside with quick access, which for me is essential! A 2L sling! Perfect way of describing it!
Wow! I’m excited to get a hold of this bag! I’m not sure I ‘d trust a water bottle where I place my AirPods… if I decided on a the bottle on long train ride in Europe, I’d add tissue… snacks etc… and use a tech bag… I am impressed so far..,
i am super excited for this because it is not too masculine hopefully you can come up with gray or same color as the other bag you were showing (orange?tan?) i wish you have international shipping not just to the US since i am moving back to the Phils from the US early next year or maybe i can just pick it up from HK since it is just 1.5 hour away.
I'm hoping to test/launch with other colors soon. The goal for shipping = international but rates will vary depending on the country. Don't worry though - we'll keep everything as budget-friendly as possible
I like the quick access, I don’t think I’d ever put a water bottle in there though. I like have unobstructed access to my water bottles (granted that’s more for outdoor stuff where I have to reach for it and sip very often not office work). I hope you out some daisy chains on the shoulder straps or some sort of loops. I dig the minimal design but I think that would give a good aesthetic (a la Prvke but not nearly as many!) plus I use shoulder strap daisy chains to hang my headphones from a carabiner since they are not earbuds and wouldn’t fit into small compartments. Overall though, very excited to see this and I absolutely LOVE that it stands on its own!!
It’s genius how the quick access was inspired from sling bags..on the left and right opening doors (idk what its called lol) you can also add quick access slots for pen/stylus..is this more of an EDC bag?..how many litres is the bag?..I’m excited with the full review 😊
thanks dude! It's a 21L bag that can expand to 26L. And I def. see where you are coming from with the Mous comparison, but also they are very different. The Mous lid leads into the main compartent, and has ben done on other bags already like the Modern Dayfarer Backpack, Peak Design Everyday Backpack, and others. the Fyro style of leading to a smaller compartment in the front is very unique :)
The access on the move when you swing the backpack to the side is great. However, when you have the backpack upright, I feel like the zipper flaps are kinda blocking the bottom corners of either side of the pocket. The zipper goes all the way down towards the end of the pocket, making it a full access feel, but in actuality, it is obstructed by the inaccessible flap corners, which feels like it might give an uncomfortable cramped feel on the hand.
I love this! TBH I've ignored every post about your backpack-in-making because I don't see myself in the market for a new backpack anytime soon, if ever. Plus trying to keep myself out of another spend habit gear area:) But this vid totally makes me want to know more about this bag! Great job!
Great work Aaron 👍 I’ll be honest not the biggest fan of the look(probably the minority) but the quick access system is amazing and well thought out. Keep up the good work
no worries! no single backpack is for everyone - we all have different taste, and it's a great time for us bag lovers since there are so many options out there
great question! Two of the pockets can fit up to a passport (which is the same a a b7 sized notebook) and aside from that all of the items you mentioned should generally fit in The Hatch as a whole :)
Neat, but why do you need the top flap part of the hatch. Couldn’t it just be a zipper along the middle? Btw, I think the pocket layout inside the hatch is 🔥
@@Nomads.Nation I think I could partially relate to the email you got - the access seemed pretty tight - but man, that explanation of that its like a 2L sling attached was the light bulb and such a great connection to your early designs on Day 0 when it had that modular sling attachment - that one comment stitched it all together to me and I could link the evolution. Looks great and now I can see how it fits your EDC in an accessible way.
@@jpmccarthy33 totally agree on the email, it actually gave ME a lightbulb moment as well; I was like 'whoa, I really need to clear this up' 😂. And yea, thinking about the original design (a sling that could connect to the outside of a pack) you can totally see how we got to this unique and weird but totally awesome new pack out of it... what a freaking journey, eh?
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The way the panels open up here to give you greater access, while still retaining enough rigidity so that you could open this from the side and not worry about stuff falling out-- extremely cool. A front pocket designed to work like a 2L (or like a desk caddy!) is fantastic.
I’m stealing that “desk caddy” wording - love it!
I love how much thought you've clearly put into this bag, Aaron. Definitely gonna be one of the first people in line when y'all launch this thing!
My brain feels dead most nights lol but it’s nice to now the juices are flowing in the right direction
Looks great! And the Fyro stands up with expansion option! Keep the expansion Aaron, makes bag more unique)))
really hoping we can! it stands very well with expansion, but not perfectly - hoping we can make some tweaks to get the best of all worlds
Nice explanation, its like a really small version of those mystery ranch tri zips. But the hatch on top is faster and easier than having to extra zippers there to keep it closed.
thanks! and yea, great comparison, it kinda is, but done in our own way :)
I love how the Key holder has extendable leashes. The will be a big help when opening doors with the bag on one shoulder. great Idea. :D
to be transparent, this will likely be a premium add-on. I found one of the best keyleash manufacturers in the world, but they are expensive, so instead of increasing the price of the bag and making it included so everyone has to pay for it, I'll likely lower the bag price, and sell them seperately to anyone who wants the add on
This bag isn't my thing aesthetically (just been into more heritage-y stuff lately), but your passion, thoughtfulness, and honesty in the comments section about where other bags might be better than your own for specific use cases is all really admirable. The hatch is a really cool design, hope this thing's a success!
totally understood, it's def not a heritage vibe, but we did choose a classic backpack silhouette as to avoid being too modern/jet-pack-y. And yea, my goal is to get this bag into the hands of people who will get great use out of it, so if a different bag will be better for someone's use case, I'll be the first to point them in the right direction 💪
That pocket is the GOAT. Especially when going through security when you need to quickly unload your EDC.
hell yea! another great use case for it. it really just rocks in any scenario you need quick access
Didn't get it either until I watched this and went: 'Hell f*****g yes! Someone finally gets it!'
All other bags you need to fight the bag to stay in place, wrestle with zippers or the pockets are too limiting. Good job on the hatch!
Appreciated! It’s taken a long time to craft it in a way that provides the most function, but I think we are finally there
We can clearly tell you have put countless hours into the functionality of the backpack. I think that's what appeals most to me, aside from how amazingly cool it looks. I own too many backpacks to count, but they all fall short in some areas and excell in others. Your backpack seems to be the perfect balance for my everyday style. The quick access panel is brilliant. I haven't seen anything that covers a quick access pocket from every angle like that before.
Appreciate this so much dude, the work we’ve put into this bag has been crazy but I want to go to market with something really unique and functional and we are almost there!!
I like the centered design that helps if you like to swing your bag to one side or the other. Reminds me of the Gregory rhune 20 vertical zip quick access.
Appreciate that!
That's the bag I want, Aaron! I am using Bellroy, which is good, but your design is even better!
appreciated dude! I love Bellroy, but yea, my bag is coming from a very unique angle, and people seem pretty stoked about it!
More short feature tours like this would be great... looking forward to your next prototype iteration to learn about the cool features you will be adding.
more tours coming soon!
Looks like a super versatile pocket, and being easy to get to when swinging over the shoulder is huge.
Hell yea - gotta have quick access to
Love this design; practical, useful and convenient!
thanks a ton dude!
love the combo! Make just the hatch sling as well! No Dangle!
that was the original idea but that didn't work so we just sewed it onto the bag itself haha
I like the purpose of this hatch, and I believe I would really use it for several of my smaller things to take with me, probably not for my water bottle or my umbrella, but I believe there’s some extra place for that on the side of the backpack, right?
Correct! We have a storable water bottle solution which is ideal for bottles, umbrellas, tripods, and similar sized items. And if you want to have a more streamlined carry-day, you can stow it away. Best of both worlds!
The look of love at 2:15 😂❤
it was an intimate moment ;)
I was sold when you mentioned it’s like a 2 litre sling pack on your backpack. Never thought of it that way. Can’t wait for your Fyro!😊
Hell yes
Very well done video!! Now I get the “hatch”
awesome to hear! I really have realized that since it's such a bold design choice, it's gonna take some explaining to really show its full value. More videos like this on the way!
That was a great demo. Killed it.
appreciated! I've got a lot more coming :)
Love the hatch.. one consideration if you are putting sun glasses and keys so you don’t get scratched sunglasses - maybe a padded section specific for sunglasses?
Already on it! Next sample will have one or two pockets lined with a very high quality microfiber fleece
Looking forward to getting mine!
Can’t wait to send them out!
Welcome to designing soft goods. I guess that’s the reason there are so many different packs out there. Everyone has different needs and uses. I like the locking zip puller. I am not that organized so I would rather have that be a bigger pocket in the front and the zipper be to one side so the pocket is deeper. I also am not convinced about the get to things on the go demonstration. I’ve seen that demonstrated on other bags before, and not sure if that matches up to real life? I don’t know. Overall, it looks great!
Thanks dude! And yea, I’ll be very clear that this design will not give you the fastest/quickest access to your gear. Modern Dayfarer Backpack and Evergoods CPL24 still do that best (but our access is still pretty damn fast 🔥 😜). Each bag has its own benefits - it’s a great time to be in the carry community with so many options
Nice that you address these comments professionally.
I'm still not into 100% into it, but definitely is an interesting idea to explore.
Keep up Aaron!
Thanks dude! We wanted to have our bag be a very bold design choice - which means it definitely won’t be for everyone
Looks like the perfect backpack!
Appreciate that! We’ve put a lot of work into it but still need to make a few more improvements 💪🏻
The Hatch is awesome, so many variables and different kinds of stuff that you can put inside with quick access, which for me is essential! A 2L sling! Perfect way of describing it!
Awesome to hear! I think calling it a 2L sling helps paint the picture for its use case for sure
The "hatch" is a bloody brilliant concept 👏
@@brendandoran8873 thanks dude, we are super proud of it :)
Love it. You’re really thinking about how this bag will look and work. Can’t wait to be able to get one. Keep up the good work. 👍
Appreciate it! And yes, the goal is make the best bag I possibly can. Everyday we are inching closer
It's looking slicker and slicker, glad I'm not seeing waxed canvas after all! 😏
cheers! and we still are doing one more sample round with waxed canvas, so get excited ;)
Nice practical design touch
Hope some interesting colours will be coming to make it look less like most other bags
Cheers! We’ll look into other colors later - gotta make the community happy first - they voted for black on the first bag
@@Nomads.Nation hope it goes better than expected man, respect the hustle you put into your bag and your channel
@@kazino21 thanks dude, much love
Wow! I’m excited to get a hold of this bag! I’m not sure I ‘d trust a water bottle where I place my AirPods… if I decided on a the bottle on long train ride in Europe, I’d add tissue… snacks etc… and use a tech bag… I am impressed so far..,
Thanks so much!
i am super excited for this because it is not too masculine hopefully you can come up with gray or same color as the other bag you were showing (orange?tan?) i wish you have international shipping not just to the US since i am moving back to the Phils from the US early next year or maybe i can just pick it up from HK since it is just 1.5 hour away.
I'm hoping to test/launch with other colors soon. The goal for shipping = international but rates will vary depending on the country. Don't worry though - we'll keep everything as budget-friendly as possible
@@Nomads.Nation budget-friendly or not so friendly, i am going to get one for sure.🤩
I like the quick access, I don’t think I’d ever put a water bottle in there though. I like have unobstructed access to my water bottles (granted that’s more for outdoor stuff where I have to reach for it and sip very often not office work). I hope you out some daisy chains on the shoulder straps or some sort of loops. I dig the minimal design but I think that would give a good aesthetic (a la Prvke but not nearly as many!) plus I use shoulder strap daisy chains to hang my headphones from a carabiner since they are not earbuds and wouldn’t fit into small compartments. Overall though, very excited to see this and I absolutely LOVE that it stands on its own!!
thanks dude! And don't worry - hypalon loops on the shoulder straps are on their way 💪
@@Nomads.Nation Thanks what they are called! The name was escaping me hah! and sweeeett!!!!!
@@michael_budda got yo back haha
It’s genius how the quick access was inspired from sling bags..on the left and right opening doors (idk what its called lol) you can also add quick access slots for pen/stylus..is this more of an EDC bag?..how many litres is the bag?..I’m excited with the full review 😊
I just noticed that the medial part resembles the Mous Commuter backpack you recently reviewed
thanks dude! It's a 21L bag that can expand to 26L. And I def. see where you are coming from with the Mous comparison, but also they are very different. The Mous lid leads into the main compartent, and has ben done on other bags already like the Modern Dayfarer Backpack, Peak Design Everyday Backpack, and others. the Fyro style of leading to a smaller compartment in the front is very unique :)
Very interesting ,what did you decide about the expandability? How many liters originally and how, much after expanding if there is any.
still haven't made a final decision about the expansion, but right now its a 21L bag that can expand to 26L
Cant wait for it to be available!!
me too haha, but gotta make it perfect first
The access on the move when you swing the backpack to the side is great. However, when you have the backpack upright, I feel like the zipper flaps are kinda blocking the bottom corners of either side of the pocket. The zipper goes all the way down towards the end of the pocket, making it a full access feel, but in actuality, it is obstructed by the inaccessible flap corners, which feels like it might give an uncomfortable cramped feel on the hand.
However the design is very clean and the intention for the pocket is very noticeable while on the move!
thanks dude! and yea, the design definitely has its unique limitations, but so far in my testing there has been zero hand cramping, so thats good haha
I love this! TBH I've ignored every post about your backpack-in-making because I don't see myself in the market for a new backpack anytime soon, if ever. Plus trying to keep myself out of another spend habit gear area:) But this vid totally makes me want to know more about this bag! Great job!
You can’t ignore me forever 😏 😏 😏
@Nomads.Nation Ha! Yup, now I'm intrigued.
Great work Aaron 👍 I’ll be honest not the biggest fan of the look(probably the minority) but the quick access system is amazing and well thought out.
Keep up the good work
no worries! no single backpack is for everyone - we all have different taste, and it's a great time for us bag lovers since there are so many options out there
@@Nomads.Nation I think I still want to purchase for the functionality and to support you man 👍. Keep up the good work
@@sinthur5435 really appreciate it!!
Bruh, great concept!!
Thanks!
I am really quite excited by this bag; I think you’re killing it! 👍
Really appreciated sir! 🫡
@@Nomads.NationAny intention of making a sling? If it’s anything like this than it’s going to be a hit too. Make a sling please 🙏
@@Criticalmaze if this bag does well, I'm planning for a sling to be the next Fyro product
Awesome idea!! Love it!
thanks so much!
Hey, is there a spot for a mole skin/Kindle/iPad mini in the hatch? I don't see one and it's a little late now, but that would be cool
great question! Two of the pockets can fit up to a passport (which is the same a a b7 sized notebook) and aside from that all of the items you mentioned should generally fit in The Hatch as a whole :)
Neat, but why do you need the top flap part of the hatch. Couldn’t it just be a zipper along the middle? Btw, I think the pocket layout inside the hatch is 🔥
It adds a unique aesthetic, and also provides a 'hood' effect where you can lock the zipper underneath it 💪
Okay I'm sold on this now. My main concern was security, but of course you solved that😂 are there any other external pockets?
Awesome to hear! And yes, we’ve also got a secure wallet pocket on the back panel
yes, we love it!
hell yea!
Great demo of the hatch!
cheers Jeff!
@@Nomads.Nation I think I could partially relate to the email you got - the access seemed pretty tight - but man, that explanation of that its like a 2L sling attached was the light bulb and such a great connection to your early designs on Day 0 when it had that modular sling attachment - that one comment stitched it all together to me and I could link the evolution. Looks great and now I can see how it fits your EDC in an accessible way.
@@jpmccarthy33 totally agree on the email, it actually gave ME a lightbulb moment as well; I was like 'whoa, I really need to clear this up' 😂. And yea, thinking about the original design (a sling that could connect to the outside of a pack) you can totally see how we got to this unique and weird but totally awesome new pack out of it... what a freaking journey, eh?
Love it! Cheers 👍😁👍
thank you!
Looks good
thanks dude
Love love love!!! Can’t wait!!!
Thanks Dawn!
Does the hatch flap stay closed via magnets if packed ?
you bet! and we are working on making it even more magnetically secure in the next sample
I also like you to review laptop compartment, because I'm a huge windows laptop type a guy.
will do!
When and where can we pre-order it?????
we are aiming to launch on Kickstarter in early 2024! Be sure to sign up to the email list to get more deetz and to get first access to the launch
My hype is on top right now. When this bag will be on the market? I need it! 😍
thanks dude! We are aiming for early 2024 💪
Will there a delivery option to Germany?
you bet! we will be shipping globally, but as always custom/import fees will vary by country, but we'll do our best to subsidize this where possible
The most important question is, when can you take my money?
hoping to launch in early 2024!!
Take my money already!
gotta make the bag PERFECT first. There's still more work to be done to get it to the level I need it to be - hopefully a few more months 🤞
Wheres the full video on it?
Coming soon! Gotta wait til the bag is complete - we are still in the development process
@@Nomads.Nation best of luck to you throughout the journey!
@@Element9846 thanks!!
Im actually surprised. That's so dope!
thanks so much!!
When’s it go on sale?
Hoping to launch in early 2024 - make sure to sign up to our email list to know once we go live and lock in the best discount
Oh man let me buy one of these
we'll be launching soon!
So how many L will this be when finished?
Right now it’s 21L that can expand to 26L - ideal for both EDC and light one bag travel 💪🏻