Patagonia Unisex Atom Sling 8l Backpack

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We would’ve loved to end this guide with “all that said, the best sling bag for travel is…” because, let’s be real, that would save us all a lot of time and effort. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as the best sling bag for travel. There is only the best sling bag for you. So, let’s review how you can choose a sling bag you’ll fall in love with. To make things extra easy, we’ve broken it up into three steps: 1. Decide Why You Want a Sling Bag In our years of testing gear, we’ve come to realize that organization is one of those things that’s very personal. Some people like bags with large, empty compartments while others are offended when there’s not a spot for each one of their fancy pens.

Recycled 68% of our fabrics this season are made with recycled materials. Less than 10% of fibers produced globally are made with recycled materials. Lefties make up only 10% of the population and thus can be ignored by companies who’d rather reach the majority of consumers (sorry, lefties. The truth hurts). You know what else is typical Patagonia? The high-quality materials and top-notch craftsmanship. Patagonia Atom Sling Material You aren’t going to see a lot of canvas sling bags out there, but the few that do exist have an antiquated and sophisticated air about them. That’s because canvas—particularly cotton canvas—was the fabric that started it all. Canvas is heavier and more susceptible to abrasions than synthetics, but unlike synthetics, its weatherproofing is usually obtained by wax, which can be re-proofed, ensuring continual water-resistance and durability.

You’re probably familiar with nylon since it’s a common synthetic fabric that manages to be soft, durable, and lightweight (go science!). These qualities make it suitable for a variety of products, and slings are no exception. That said, it’s more of a blank canvas these days and is often infused with weaves, sewing patterns, or extra fibers that make the fabric more durable, tear, or weather-resistant.

Using recycled polyester lessens our dependence on petroleum as a raw material source, curbs discards and reduces toxic emissions from incinerators. Initially developed for military body armor, ballistic nylon is strong…and possibly a bit overkill on a sling bag. While we love that you won’t have to worry about the exterior of your bag falling apart on you, it does weigh more than other fabrics and feels stiff against the body. Still, it’s a great choice thanks to its exceptional resistance to pilling and water. Plus, it won’t do any damage to your clothing as it rubs against it. What I like: For another one of the best camera sling bags, I recommend getting to know the Peak Design Everyday Sling V2 6L. This camera sling bag is indeed small, minimalist and can only fit one DSLR camera. But, that’s all you need right? Now that you know what a sling bag is, let’s talk about why one will change your life (or, at the very least, make carrying stuff easier). Sling Bags Are Perfect for Your In-Flight Essentials Finally, thehidden eXomesh Slashguard stainless-steel wire mesh embedded into fabric helps protect against slash-and-run theft. Thieves won’t stand a chance. Bam.So, if you bought a gift and effed up the sizing or seriously misjudged your S.O's taste ... don't panic, we've got you covered. By the time you finish reading this guide, you’ll be a sling expert with all the knowledge necessary to find the best sling bag for you—or your mom, your friend, your dog, etc. The Short Answer: The 17 Best Sling Bags for Travel, EDC, and Beyond The Kava Rope Sling also makes for a great sling bag for travel if you are not seeking to load it with stuff.

We would love a future iteration of the Atom Sling to have a shoulder strap that can be anchored on either side of the body—so you can switch up the shoulder you carry it on. But hey, we don’t design sling bags. We just review ‘em (and write guides on them). Patagonia Atom Sling Strap Loop For further protection, there are water-repellent zippers—like the YKK AquaGuard zipper—which have a thin polyurethane coating to, you know, repel water. If you’re planning on going to an unusually wet area with your sling bag, then you may want to look for this style of zipper. Otherwise, you’ll likely be fine without that extra water resistance. Hardware CORDURA® is a brand, not a fabric, but it’s still worth mentioning since you’ll likely run into it more than a few times. CORDURA® nylon and polyester is the exact same as traditional nylon and polyester, the only difference being that the fabric has come from a CORDURA®-approved mill and production line. The CORDURA® label is basically a stamp of quality assurance—it’s pretty much a guarantee that anything CORDURA® will have excellent abrasion resistance and an impressive strength-to-weight ratio.Once your return is processed, please allow up to 5 (five) working days for the money to appear in your bank account ( this is the bank's policy, not ours) This isn’t ideal for lefties—sorry, friends—and can get uncomfortable after long stretches no matter if you’re right-handed, left-handed, or ambidextrous. Having the weight of an 8L bag dump into one shoulder for hours at a time will never be comfortable. In 1993, we adopted fleece into our product line made from post consumer recycled (PCR) plastic soda bottles. We were the first outdoor clothing manufacturer to do so. PCR™ clothing was a positive step towards a more sustainable system – one that uses fewer resources, discards less and better protects people’s health.