Everybody has their own requirements, when it comes to choosing a backpack. However, all riders have some common criteria – the minimum that should be. The first and most vital is a weatherproof construction. Usually we put valuable stuff in a backpack, and for sure we want them to remain unharmed after our trips, and the electronics to continue to work properly. Mission Workshop in San Francisco manufactures motorbike backpacks.They focus on water resistance and durability.With about a decade of experience, they designed the Rhake backpack to hold everything an urban rider might need.

Design specs and construction of the Rhake backpack:

• External dimensions: 21” x 13” x 5”
• Weight (empty): 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
• Internal volume: 22 L (the main compartment can grow as needed by loosening the belts)
• Two exterior pockets for small accessories (keys, glasses, passport, smartphone)
• Internal transparent pockets for the neat organization of things and quick access to them
• Dedicated 10-inch tablet pocket
• The pocket for storing cables or small items of clothes (accessible from exterior of pack)
• Dedicated padded pockets on both sides (closer to the back section for 17-inch laptops, hidden water bottle pocket that zips away when not in use)
• Height-adjustable chest belt (to take the pressure off the back)

Fabrics:

• External: Mission Workshop HT500 (based on nylon 500D)
• Coating: provides additional protection against water and wind
• Water-resistant bucklers
• Lining: each pocket has a water-resistant lining

Mission Workshop Rhake WX & VX

In addition to the base model, the manufacturer offers two premium versions – the Rhake WX and the Rhake VX. The design is the same, but the fabrics differ. The Rhake WX is constructed with Fairfield Textile 10oz Army Duck Canvas with a Martexin Waxed finish, so a wide range of colors is available.The Rhake VX uses VX-21 diamond ripstop fabric, very strong and durable.

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