Evergoods Civic Half Zip (22L + 26L) Review
"Epic Basic"
The Civic Half Zip (CHZ22) from Evergoods is a modern classic with just the right amount of organization and capacity executed with precision build quality and excellent materials.
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What I like
- The epitome of simple, minimal EDC that just feels so good.
- Exceptional build. The team came from GoRuck and Patagonia, and there's double-layered fabric at the wear points.
- Custom harness. The back panel curves to your back and carries surprisingly comfortably.
- My favorite water bottle pockets of all time. Dual-layer stretch mesh, deep enough that big bottles don't fall out.
- One of my favorite quick access taco pockets. Wide, with an easy zipper.
- Simple laptop sleeve, slightly off the bottom, with a stiff back panel.
- My very favorite liner.
Watch for
- The fabric picks up dust and lint.
- The straps are less great if you're riding a bike.
- The rigid handle could use a little padding.
- Very little organization. One zip around and you're in.
Specs
- 22L (also 26L). The 22L is 9.5 x 5.5 x 19 in and about 2 lb 8 oz.
- 840D ballistic nylon 6 shell, 420D lining, YKK #10 and #8 reverse coil zippers, HDPE frame sheet.
Where I've covered it
- Epic Daily Carry: EVERGOODS CIVIC HALF ZIP 22L at 0:00 (full review)
- 17 Favorite MINIMAL EDC Backpacks at 22:32
- 14 Excellent Diaper Bags for Dads at 13:56
- 26 Perfect Laptop Backpacks at 1:23
- 17 Personal Favorite Everyday Laptop Bags at 25:08
- 50 Favorite Daily Carry Bags at 4:13
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