The Knack Pack Review
"Solid. Suit-able. Will travel."
A very solid backpack for business environments that expands for travel and larger loads. The updated Series 2 design is even better than the first.
- solid materials (a little shiny on the leather bottom strip, but it’s quality leather)
- solid straps and back padding for comfort
- laptop compartment is soft padding all around (no hard protection)
- expandability works great — no need to change bags for travel… huge feature
- clean look for business folks
More on the The Knack Pack
What I like
- A daily carry bag that unzips into a suitcase. One zip around the bag takes it from 24L to 35L, so no need to switch bags for travel
- Clean, sleek business look that doesn't scream tactical. The black Series 2 is my favorite
- Admin pocket doubles as quick access, discreet internal water bottle pocket
- Stowable backpack straps and a side handle for briefcase mode
- Tough 600D PU-treated polyester and lockable reverse coil YKK zips
- Series 2 feels better than the original
Watch for
- Laptop compartment is soft padding only and not pulled up off the bottom
- Wide-top water bottles may not fit the internal bottle pocket
- The leather bottom strip is a little shiny
- Briefcase mode works better when it's not expanded
Specs
- Medium: 24L expanding to 35L, 19 in tall
- 3 lb empty
- Fits a 15 inch laptop
Where I've covered it
- BIZ MINIMAL TRAVEL BAG - Knack Series 2 at 0:00 (full review)
- EPIC BUSINESS TRAVEL BACKPACK: Knack Bags at 0:00 (full review, original version)
- 13 Large Laptop Backpacks at 1:03
- 50 Favorite Daily Carry Bags at 32:07
- 10 Epic Minimal Travel Bags at 19:16
- TRAVEL BACKPACKS vs DUFFEL BAGS at 15:33
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