Aer Pro Sling Review (2 Weeks of Use)

0:00 - Intro
0:33 - External Features
2:12 - Harness System
3:39 - Fit Notes
4:16 - Secondary Compartments
5:02 - Main Compartment

The Aer Pro Sling’s roomy main compartment is a good match for large everyday carry gear, though smaller items tend to get lost.

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[MrJed_s]

Like the fact that it stands up, might make a nice EDC caddy to grab phone/wallet/etc when heading out if you don't need the sling and then dump it back in when you get home (especially for travel where you don't have a better place to put it)

[enriquediaz]

Suggest : add dimensions & specifications in the description section.

[KobayashiMaru-ed]

It would be super helpful to demo a full size (or bigger) iPad to see how well it fits (or does not). Thanks

[topobass]

Do you think an 11-inch iPad will fit in the main compartment?

[Ali_]

Any idea when aer will release a v2 of the pro sling? Debating whether to buy now or wait. Thanks and great review!

[Mwaynick]

What are the glasses protector you have? I’m intrigued.

[mfgeeze]

Does this sling fit a kindle paperwhite?

[hjsupatimah]

Can u do alpaka bravo x Sling v2 review?

[TheUglyPrimadonna]

Nice sling/pouch combo. But the strap, while removable, seems too slim to spread the weight of some heavier gear like, say an iPad mini or a small water bottle on longer excursions

[ninapoerbonegoro]

Between this sling and Bellroy's Venture 6L sling, which one would you pick?

[NizarNoor]

Wow, what happened to Aer? I don’t see the signature Aer look on this one.

[Switch]

Are they updating the city sling this year?

[bjornlilja]

Interesting updates from Aer! Nice, sleek and high quality as always, but when I look at both the Pro sling and bags it feels like they would belong to a previous generation of bags, rather than the latest iteration. Quality looks great but to me they have moved away from a few of the things that made Aer to the strong brand it is today. The new logo, the new pouches without stretch and the fix-points on the Sling being a few examples.

I have not had the chance to try the Pro series out in person. Do you agree with any of my reflections or do you feel that the new Pro series is an real upgrade including aesthetics and branding?

[alexu]

Great review video! Would love to see a review on the new Pacsafe Eco Anti-theft waist pack

[JillStella]

I wish companies would stop putting the buckle in the middle of the strap. With it in the middle you either have the buckle on your back or your bag zipper are exposed on your back. If they put it towards the bottom this isn't an issue. Belroy has the best sling by far just on strap alone.

[shiveringisles]

Aer City Sling 2.4L had such a thick buckle and strap but Aer Pro Sling 4.5L has such a thin strap, I don't get it lol. Well at least it's removable.

[djdag]

Bellroy Venture Sling 9L is the way to go

[ricardoOT]

This is a second-class product when compared with ALPAKA. Thanks for the great reviews.

[jasonwardofficial]

I really love AER products and have many of them but this latest release is disappointing for several reasons. First, I expect a lot from this company because they're usually fantastic but I feel they missed some opportunities with this one. I don't like the new branding, the lack of waterproof zips, the internal layout and lack of details that elevate a product from previous iterations. I don't like the key placement or length either. To be fair, this isn't crap, it's very nice, but it's short of what I would expect from them. They're pushing the material sustainability aspect, and that is great and will welcome new customers, but the product features could have been prioritized as well. Maybe a Airtag mesh, like the packs, maybe slash resistant, maybe some hidden compartment or RFID compartment, better strap integration/concealment when stored. I prefer the orange interior fabric and more mesh pouches. Maybe a more modular or customizable interior would have been exciting. Just my opinions but I like that they're considering more responsible production materials. Ideally, we would want to create something durable and customizable enough that people wouldn't want to buy every single iteration but that's not always the business model when you want to keep a low price point as well. Thanks for these great reviews Eric!

[Bagnerdpak]

slap on an ALPAKA pro strap and it is a sling bag.