NEW DROP: Alpaka Metro Backpack Review (Exclusive first look 🤫 )

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00:00 - Intro
0:23 - Gist of the Pack
2:20 - Front of the Pack
4:20 - Middle of the Pack
7:37 - Back of the Pack
9:16 - Pros and Cons
10:12 - Alternatives

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Do you prefer slings and small bags as your everyday carry? If the answer is yes, then you should check out the Alpaka Metro Backpack!

This is Alpaka's smallest pack with a capacity of 12 liters. It's a small, minimalist, and lightweight pack, perfect as a small EDC to fit your everyday essentials. This pack has a tech compartment inside where you can fit up to a 14-inch laptop.

To learn more about our honest thoughts about the Alpaka Metro Backpack, watch our video for an in-depth review!

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Get the Alpaka Metro Backpack if…

✅ You are looking for a pack with a big front pocket capacity.

✅ You dig its clean and classy aesthetic.

✅ You love its main compartment accessibility.

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DO NOT get the Alpaka Metro Backpack if…

❌ You want another great bag option that's more suitable for outdoor adventures and city trips. Below's another alternative... 👇🏼

Able Carry Thirteen backpack → This is another small pack for your city stroll or upcoming adventure.

❌ You want a bigger backpack that looks classic and stylish for your next city stroll. Check below for another great option… 👇🏼

Bellroy Classic Backpack → This stylish pack is bigger and has a lot of color options for you to choose from.

❌ You are looking for a pack that's N times better than this pack. Here's another recommended option for you… 👇🏼

Aer City Pack → Great urban pack, simple, solid aesthetic

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Specs/Features/Summary

• Capacity: 12 liters
• Color: Black
• Fabric:
- Exterior: Axoflux™ Recycled Fibers Fabric (POLY 300D) in Black
-Interior: 300D Cool Grey Honeycomb Recycled Polyester lining
• Soft-touch fleece-lined laptop sleeve
• Fits up to a 14” laptop
• Comfortable padded back panel and shoulder straps
• Weatherproof fabrics
• Integrated MOD Key Tether in the front compartment
• Compatible with HUB Accessories (sold separately)
• Wide-opening main zippered compartment
• Silent reverse coil zippers (DWR coated) for the main compartment
• Silent waterproof YKK Aquaguard zippers for the front compartment

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[cjondro]

I recently entered the world of trying to find the perfect travel backpack (what a world it is) and I’ve watched hours of your videos! Thanks so much!

[eitanlahyani]

I REALLY think its time for a "best backpacks *under* 20L showdown" video!

[Lemonz]

Hey Aaron, thanks for the Review !! ive been waiting for this for 3 weeks now. I found this backpack and its the absolute perfect size for my EDC. I just needed ma boy Aaron to confirm it, thanks for that, ordering soon of course with your link. appreciate the video, keep going guys !

[jonathanklein]

I like this as an out and about city pack that still can hold a large ipad, laptop, or drawing tablet. Looks like a pretty functional use of the limited space. I do wish that in addition to the luggage pass through there was at least some webbing on the straps so you could add a sternum strap if you wanted one. Looking forward to an Xpac version for more weather resistance.

[maxlaurentnyc]

Thanks for a great review! After a week of researching the best backpack for my needs (daily work commute), I narrowed it down to 2: Bellroy Classic and Alpaka Metro. I was 51% leaning towards the Metro but came across your two videos reviewing these backpacks. Now I'm 50/50 on both. Being 5'7", I prefer a smaller backpack around 15" - 17" in length. All I carry to work is a 14" laptop and wireless mouse so don't need much room. I'll have to watch your Bellroy Classic review for the 5th time to see if I can be sold on that one (guess I kind of made up my mind already? 😄) And btw, I'm probably in the minority but definitely not into the external water bottle pockets. As a minimalist, I prefer simplicity, clean lines, and understatement (no visible branding).

[JordanAppleby]

Noticed on one of Alpakas social posts they commented saying theres a 18to20L verison of this coming this year . One to watch out for

[brucesee]

Gosh darn it, that is the (small) backpack of my dreams! And I’ve just purchased it using your link. Thanks for the great review videos - this one and the others. Countless hours of entertainment!

[ThexImperfectionist]

Love the size and organization, even if the layout of the pockets is not what I might have picked (not a fan of sideways pockets). And the lack of external water bottle pockets is a big pet peeve as you noted. But I'm just happy to see a genuine effort in a bag this size. Too many of the big/premium EDC companies don't go any smaller than 20L. Or if they do, they either go right to a sling (not for me) or think it doesn't require any features because it's so small. After years of hunting, I've only found a couple bags this size with the organization i like -- my point being that it can be done, but there still aren't enough options. It's a hole in the market I hope well get more attention in future

[Qaptaininsano]

Another potential alternative I have is the Chrome Ruckas 14l. It’s got the perfect gusseted outside water bottle pocket (and an extra internal bottle holder), a separate laptop compartment, sternum strap, a luggage pass through, and in my opinion the quick grab pocket is a perfect size for small items. I absolutely love that bag.

I will say if I didn’t have the Ruckas I would have ordered this Alpaka bag. It’s really nice and streamlined.

[euclidtan]

Excellent review, just bought the green version using your link.

[DPTGo]

on the luggage pass through. I just bought this bag and my only feedback is that. Great review!

[bobzhu]

Nice review! Just placed my order with your code. Thanks!

[_nihongo_jouzu_]

Love the new studio look, love the facial hair too, everything just looks clean

[mistsrider]

Good review, looks better than I expected, especially the internal organization where certain pockets can double as water bottle holders. Padding and breathability are also better than most backpacks in this price range.

[CaptainLazyJr]

I've been waiting for someone to review this bag. Great review!
Quick question, will it hold Evergoods CAP 1 + topo designs medium accessory bag instead of the jacket you put inside? (With all the rest of the stuff you had in there)

[paraagshah]

Love the new format and especially the pastel full-sleeve tee. "No tattoos showing" almost. You could even have a long sleeve that hooks over the thumb so that the sleeve does not ride up the forearm exposing the tattoos. (Tattoos (any body disfigurement): uuggghhh!!!!) (my personal preference though)

Great review on the backpack as well.

[bani_niba]

I believe Black Ember sells an external bottle holder for its Forge bag. Doesn't that bottle holder attach correctly for this 25L bag on the side?

[thedachmo]

Of course I am waiting for the Fyro, but this looks like a winner as it is, especially for that price. Nice review!

[ELaster]

I really appreciate your content. You're doing a great job, and I truly think I don't need any other review of a bag after watching yours 🤓
If it weren't for my location, I'd order several of the bags you featured, but I'm still on the look for one that can get to me 😁

[ravenslikewritingdesks]

Would love to see you review the pro version and comparison to the regular