ALPAKA Go Sling Mini V2 Review (2 Weeks of Use)

0:00 Intro
0:24 External Features
2:41 Harness System
4:08 Fit Notes
5:23 Secondary Compartments
8:35 Main Compartment
12:32 Outro

The ALPAKA Go Sling Mini V2 introduces subtle improvements like YKK zippers and new fabrics, but we’re still not fans of the bulky FIDLOCK buckle.

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[CS-bnwg]

It seems like they've change the buckle now with their latest version of this sling (still called Go Sling Mini V2 though!), possibly fixing the biggest problem with it!

[elsizzle]

Much respect for an honest, non fangirl review

[LMNDZ]

I have the Go Sling Nano..but Pro Tip..the Alpaka Branding/Keep Moving Forward tags in the main compartments of these Slings...it can actually act as a pen holder..slide your pen inside/through it and its another great option of placing a pen..lol thats where I put mine inside my Go Nano...lol only obviously works with these kinds of labels..wont work if its sewn in..lol

[halfpastblog]

Great bag. The buckle placement is a deal breaker. It should connect a few inches from the bag.

[TheSleepyBear-jhni]

Got one a month ago, been my EDC ever since. The fidlock just needs to be properly adjusted and you wont have any discomfort carrying it at the front or back.

[rjzlwop]

Great review how easy to remove the handle from this bag and just carried it around by the handle, and how does it feel if you wear it in Crossbody mode?

[IvanAmarello]

Excellent review, it really helped me!!

[jinxPad]

fantastic video, detailing all the important aspects and showing actual usage scenarios.

[YosuaNangin]

Alpaka prioritize slimness too much to the point that interferes with the accessibility.

[SonTran]

It’s 2024 why are companies still using an elastic bands as strap management

[NaoKeysVT]

If the bag had a bit more dimension and the strap was completely overhauled I'd be sold.
It's so weird Alpaka is inconsistent with how they arrange their straps. I have the Nano and I love the strap. Buckle is out of the way, close to the bag. No dangly bits using those plastic loops.

[nameless_stranger]

Im torn between this and the tech case v2. Love the integrated key mod, but I also love the cable passthrough on the tech case v2.

[johnoreilly]

Very informative - thank you 👍🏼 Would an iPad Mini and pair of Bose QuietcCmfort Ultra headphones fit into the main compartment?

[TheGoodTheBadTheRowdy]

I've had mine too, replaced my old version. However I got green, and wish I had gone with black after seeing yours in movement haha. I will not be keeping and my wife is taking it. My gripes? Not into the placement of the buckle, wish theyd have moved it for this new version, close to end near bag, had some random kid pull the little tab when I was wearing it frontal, and on bus. Next, the compartment nearest to body, I wish they just made it larger for an ipad, as I would keep an ipad and kindle in there, wish theyd add 2/3 of an inch to that compartments thickness too. Just found new on secondary market, eagle creek wayfinder crossbody L sling, has large lined close to body pocket where I can keep ipad mini, and a kindle, among more items in that space. Seems they give more strap, cause I can wear comfortably around my poofy jacket, the alpaka I cant. i bought it for 12, just bought 2 more for 25, and 14 haha. Buying up extras for when I wear the one I am using out. wish alpaka would offer removeable sling options. and ones with out those magnetic locks. I still like many of their other stuff like their tech max I use as an organizer for rear pocket of new vertx ready pack. I use a red one to organize a medical kit, 2 tqs, packing, seals, etc.

[Brandon-]

Hey Lauren, great observation on the Fidlock buckle being against your back when traveling with a backpack. I had just been thinking of my love/dislike relationship with Fidlocks. From a UX perspective they are interesting . They are uncomfortable against the body (especially on the chest and shoulders) however on my MW Spar it works great half the time as a primary latch for the main compartment closure. It’s awesome that you can slap it closed to lock the latch magnetically, but it is sometimes fiddley to open the latch or have it inadvertently reconnect as you are getting into your bag one handed while it’s on the car seat next to you for instance. Overall I really enjoy the design of Cobra buckles better and opt for them when I can (despite their extra weight). I hope you all are well and doing great!

[stefanusadrian]

Does it easily fall off if we use it as shoulder bag (not crossbody)?

[mishkoala]

Q: Can the mini V2 fit an 11 inch iPad?
Based on the measurements, it looks like it should fit. But everyone slides an iPad mini in, which seems to have plenty of extra space.

[william]

Thanks for the great review. When is someone going to make a premium sling WITHOUT a metal/magnetic buckle? An absolute deal breaker.

[Moosekeys]

Non detachable straps and center buckle with elastic strap keepers is criminal in 2024

[orelvysnieves]

Black or Green? Which one do you recommend?