This year, we’ve started carrying a selection of Osprey’s tech-friendly backpacks and shoulder bags. The first thing that struck me about this brand, and excited our team to carry their product was the similarities between Osprey and Small Dog. Just like our company, Osprey was founded a couple of good people with a dedication to quality work. Founded in 1974, the Osprey brand has primarily focused on hiking packs, with materials designed for extreme conditions. Recently, they have developed the Portal Series, designed for modern organization, with the mobile Apple user in mind.
My favorite model in this series is the “Cyber” panel-style daypack. The Cyber boasts a 26 liter capacity, yet somehow maintains a sleek and slim profile. Unlike a lot of Osprey packs, the compartments include document sleeves with organizer pockets and zippered back compartment that fits a laptop up to 15 inches. Due to the Polyester construction, the pack weighs 1 lb. 15oz. My favorite thing about this series is their consideration for accessory transportation. They have included a bottom compartment, with a dedicated pouch designed for your MagSafe Adapter, External Hard Drive, and any other cables you may need. With a 15” MacBook Pro, and iPad Air 2, the pack is just about at full capacity. I would recumbent this bag for anyone who needs to commute with multiple Apple products, but if all you are commuting with is a single iPad, the Cyber offers you a neat and stylish package to get from point A to B, with extra space for much more.
If you are looking for a new bag for spring, stop by the South Burlington store to check out the Osprey selection. All month long these packs will be 50% off while supplies last. We also carry the Beta Port Courier pack, which offers a unique, see-through compartment to store your iPad. This allows you to access your iPad’s touch screen without taking it out of the bag. It may seem like an unnecessary feature, but I would suggest trying it out in the store and see how you like it. All three of the main designs we carry come in the Canyon Orange color, in addition to Black Pepper, Grey Herringbone, and a “Tenacious Teal” you’ve gotta see! Come see us at Small Dog if you have any Osprey questions!