The main storage in the Fit Pack 2 is a front-loading compartment accessible via a full-length, taped dual zipper. I was able to fit both my size 9 trainers and a pair of racing flats in the bottom shoe compartment without issue. The Fit Pack 2 has a bottom-loading vented shoe compartment capable of holding up to men’s size 13 shoes, larger than any other bag I’ve used. I was impressed by the hardiness of the zippers, as I often have issues with backpack zips breaking.Īs mentioned above, it’s the separate shoe compartment that makes a bag more suitable for runners over those without. Each compartment is accessible via YKK Japanese coil zippers and heavy duty Duraflex plastic hardware. The Fit Pack 2 has four separate compartments for a total capacity of 18.8 liters, which is plenty of space for most outings. Between the four zippers on the bag, only the front-loading zipper is fully taped.įor a small looking bag the Fit Pack 2 has a large storage capacity easily fitting everything shown here The only sign of weakness in protection against wet conditions are the zippers, which is pretty standard. The Cordura ballistic nylon resisted water seepage into the bag, keeping the interior completely dry.
If you are ever caught in a rainstorm, the fabric is also highly waterproof. Even during a puncture test during which I took a sharp kitchen knife to the outside of the bag and applied mild pressure, the fabric did not yield. Using a ballistic weave originally developed for military body armor, this densely woven, high strength fabric makes the bag resistant to tears and abrasion. Up-close look at the 1680D Cordura ballistic nylonĪer uses a durable, abrasion resistant fabric called 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon for the bag’s exterior. Aer advertises the pack as a work/gym bag for an urban setting, but I found its design and carring capacity suitable for any day at the track, trail, or race. The Fit Pack 2 is a clean looking bag with a simple and functional design. The company’s Active Collection, includes two bags, the Fit Pack 2 and the larger Duffle Pack 2. There’s nothing worse than having to store dirty, smelly running shoes with other items like clean clothing and food.Īfter putting them to the test, we found the Active Collection from Aer, a San Francisco based company, more than fits the bill. The most important of those is a separate compartment for shoes and wet clothing. There are a few features that make a bag better suited for runners than other users.
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