Switchback 25 Prototype–A versatile outdoor backpack at an accessible price!
The Switchback 25 is a sturdy, highly water-resistant backpack designed for hiking, cross-country skiing, and general outdoor adventures. Its thoughtful design and essential features make it both functional and visually appealing.
This prototype version features one spacious main compartment with a slightly stretchy mesh pocket inside. The rolltop closure is secured with a long strap, perfect for tightening the pack and attaching a jacket, blanket, rope coil, or other gear.
Durable stretch pockets on both sides provide convenient storage for water bottles, snacks, or small items. The signature zigzag stretch cord on the front offers quick access for stashing clothes or compressing the pack.
Key Features:
- 25+ L main compartment
- Interior mesh pocket
- Rolltop closure with a top compression strap
- Four side compression straps with G-hooks
- Stretchy side pockets
- Signature zigzag stretch cord on the front, adjustable on both ends
This prototype stands apart from the regular Switchback 25 models with unique details:
- Lower compression straps
- Four stretch cord loops on each side
- A narrower (25 mm) belt with a G-hook buckle
Material:
Made from X-Pac Duck Canvas—a durable three-layer composite featuring a waterproof film interior, a reinforcing X-ply mesh, and an outer layer of heavy-duty cotton canvas. Over time, the fabric softens and develops a beautifully weathered patina.
Handmade in Vallila, Helsinki
