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I've spent years drooling over waxed canvas backpacks from all over the industry and I think I've come up with the best curated list you'll find. This material is tough, tear resistant, ages well, and looks cool as hell, but it's not just limited to old timey "heritage" bags - you can find on bags that are office friendly and even trendy bike commuter friendly if you know where to look. Scroll down to see the picks!
1. Best: Filson's Journeyman Backpack
Jack Ryan's backpack of choice, this is the best combination of traditional and useful - it's not just a canvas sack, it's got a padded laptop sleeve, interior zippered pockets, and more.
Shop: filson.sjv.io/...
2. Coolest: Bradley Mountain's Wilder
If you DO want something super old timey and heritage, Bradley Mountain has you covered with their extraordinarily thick Wilder backpack. Made by a small Californian company, they have a variety of bags to suit your needs.
Shop: www.bradleymou...
3. Best Value: Frost River's North Bay Daypack
A superb American company with a huge range of waxed bags, the only real downsides are the design could be more modern and you (usually) can only pick one color.
Shop: amzn.to/3Ma2f1y
4. Most Modern: Winter Session's Waxed Canvas Backpack
If you like waxed canvas but don't like the typical old timey look, Winter Session's bag comes in a variety of hip colors and a super simple design that's ideal for students.
Shop: www.winter-ses...
5. Most Technical: Mission Workshop's Sanction AP
This waxed bag would be completely at home on a bike messenger or any fan of technical backpacks, with waterproof lining, a sternum strap, and features galore.
Shop: fave.co/30oXGf2
6. Best Roll Top: Pack Animal's Rally Pack
An eye catching roll top made with waxed twill rather than canvas, it's a fun mix of old and new with zippered access and bright, veg tan leather. Note that unlike all the other American made bags, this one's made in China and sold out of Los Angeles.
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00:00 Intro
00:22 Why waxed canvas?
01:52 1. Best: Filson's Journeyman Backpack
02:49 2. Coolest: Bradley Mountain's Wilder
04:15 3. Best Value: Frost River's North Bay Daypack
05:02 4. Most Modern: Winter Session's Waxed Canvas Backpack
05:29 5. Most Technical: Mission Workshop's Sanction AP
06:07 6. Best Roll Top: Pack Animal's Rally Pack
06:55 Wrapping Up + More Picks
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