so, my first time actually reviewing an item, and the first item I'm reviewing is a backpack. since there seemed to be a short supply of em I thought I'd go and review...
the Axio Swift hardpack. A hard shell backpack that can hold a decent amount of stuff, comfortable to lug around with, and overall, a great alternative as far as backpack goes.
this one is definitely a looker. it comes in all types of colors to match any paint scheme. from carbon fiber, to blue, even a Repsol scheme "which is what i have
theres also one for Ducati owners aswell " although much like the mirror plating of an i-pod, the paint can get scratched easily. so it won't look pretty after you go down.
but i don't doubt it for a second if it will protect the contents within if such a incident occurred. I was able able to stand on top of the bag and bounce up and down on it without any deformations. Its aerodynamic enough to not get tossed around in the wind at highway speeds, and hugs your body tightly in the twisties. although a second/lower strap would be nice. There is however, a pair of metal o rings on the lower sides of the pack which you might be able to fit one on. " perhaps you could order one from Axio?" I've been using one of the rings to strap my helmet on, and for the most part, it works. although it does bang the shell of the pack if you make quick movements, which could get annoying before long.
you can throw a laptop in here but theres no dedicated compartment, so plan on bringing a separate case for it. theres 4 compartments as you can see in the pictures, 2 smaller ones and 1 short yet wide pocket are attached to the soft side of the pack. the short/wide pocket was able to fit my canon XT, a digital SLR along with 2 lenses, and 2 batteries. On the hard side of the pack is a net, I was able to fit a folded up dress shirt, 1 t-shirt and a pair of socks, and a small first aid kit, all with room to spare. along with those, my 13in laptop, my 3 ringed binder and a thick history book all came along on my test ride. I had the pack on for roughly 3 hours, and my shoulders weren't in any real pain. those thick/soft pads in the shoulder straps really work. the oversized zippers were a nice touch aswell, allowing quick access into the bag without having to take off your gloves.
at the end of the day, I'm happy with it even if the retail price is a tad bit high. the only problem i had was trying to get the bag off with the limited amount of movement the leather jacket gave. I'm sure I looked like a fool jumping around, wailing my arms around in every direction, trying to get the thing off
o and pictures were taken with my point and shoot camera if anybody needed to know.
the Axio Swift hardpack. A hard shell backpack that can hold a decent amount of stuff, comfortable to lug around with, and overall, a great alternative as far as backpack goes.
this one is definitely a looker. it comes in all types of colors to match any paint scheme. from carbon fiber, to blue, even a Repsol scheme "which is what i have
theres also one for Ducati owners aswell " although much like the mirror plating of an i-pod, the paint can get scratched easily. so it won't look pretty after you go down.but i don't doubt it for a second if it will protect the contents within if such a incident occurred. I was able able to stand on top of the bag and bounce up and down on it without any deformations. Its aerodynamic enough to not get tossed around in the wind at highway speeds, and hugs your body tightly in the twisties. although a second/lower strap would be nice. There is however, a pair of metal o rings on the lower sides of the pack which you might be able to fit one on. " perhaps you could order one from Axio?" I've been using one of the rings to strap my helmet on, and for the most part, it works. although it does bang the shell of the pack if you make quick movements, which could get annoying before long.
you can throw a laptop in here but theres no dedicated compartment, so plan on bringing a separate case for it. theres 4 compartments as you can see in the pictures, 2 smaller ones and 1 short yet wide pocket are attached to the soft side of the pack. the short/wide pocket was able to fit my canon XT, a digital SLR along with 2 lenses, and 2 batteries. On the hard side of the pack is a net, I was able to fit a folded up dress shirt, 1 t-shirt and a pair of socks, and a small first aid kit, all with room to spare. along with those, my 13in laptop, my 3 ringed binder and a thick history book all came along on my test ride. I had the pack on for roughly 3 hours, and my shoulders weren't in any real pain. those thick/soft pads in the shoulder straps really work. the oversized zippers were a nice touch aswell, allowing quick access into the bag without having to take off your gloves.
at the end of the day, I'm happy with it even if the retail price is a tad bit high. the only problem i had was trying to get the bag off with the limited amount of movement the leather jacket gave. I'm sure I looked like a fool jumping around, wailing my arms around in every direction, trying to get the thing off
o and pictures were taken with my point and shoot camera if anybody needed to know.
