Description
The premium model BackTpack for children and adults with its multitude of features and adjustability to fit special needs and every body type. This ergonomic carrying bag with dual side-bags complements the body’s natural good posture with balanced load, easy access, comfort and security.
This later model than the 4.0 has slight changes such as black loop zipper-pulls, velcro closure of large pockets against body (1), and side-release rather than top-release buckle for hip-loading belt. These slight changes do not affect sizing or general function of the product
- Unique back panel and strapping system fits Small, Medium, and Large body sizes
- Highly adjustable to accommodate different body types and special needs
Back panel
- Narrow back panel stabilizes the shoulder straps at an ideal angle for comfort and fit (3)
- Bike light webbing for attachment
Two large ergonomic side-bag compartments
- State-of-the-art crinkle nylon fabric
- Padded bottoms and side panels against your body for durability and comfort
- Briefcase handles for easy carrying by hand, with snap fasteners for holding handles together to keep the side-bags from getting twisted when they are not worn
- Heavy duty construction; bounce tested with 50-pound load for 48 hours
Multiple pockets inside and out (12 in total)
- Exterior cell phone pocket with magnetic closure
- Pen pockets inside each compartment
- Large open-topped pockets against body (1)
- Inner zipper pockets, size 10 inches x 7.5 inches, in each compartment to accommodate iPads and 45 rpm records for you vinyl collectors (9)
- Streamlined design with small angled zippered outer side-pockets (4)
- One bottle holder on outside (6)
- Magnet and snap closures
- Inside loops for securing hydration packs (9)
Adjustable shoulder straps
- Padded for comfort
- Secured in place by an adjustable sternum strap, so they never fall off your shoulders
Adjustable LAP-STRAP
- This unique feature is essential for spinal health. When you sit or squat while wearing the bag, the LAP-STRAP immediately transfers the weight of the ergonomic side-bags off the shoulders and spine and onto the thighs without having to remove the shoulder straps. This prevents unhealthy load-bearing through a flexed (rounded) spine.
- Allows the ergonomic side-bags to remain accessible at your sides if you choose to remove shoulder straps while seated
Integral hip-loading belt
- Takes the weight of the bag off of your spine and shoulders if/when you need to do so for comfort, long distance carrying, or for some types of spinal pathology
- IMPORTANT! Taking all the weight onto the hips reduces the posture training effect of the BackTpack carrying system. For postural-training benefit some weight needs to be applied through the shoulders and spine. This was the design purpose of the ergonomic side-bag carrying system.
Hip-width adjuster strap
- Locking system for desired hip width (2)
- Together, the locking system and pack panel hold the weight of the bags when leaning forward as in bicycling
LOVE this product- just perfect for someone wanting to ruck who has scoliosis! MUCH THANKS!!
I have really enjoyed my BackTpack as a missionary for the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints it makes it easy to travel, walk the streets, and have easy access to all the materials i need. Also very thankful for the owners of this product they are truly amazing people!
With my traditional backpack, I was experiencing back pain and headaches caused by neck strain as the heavy loads would pull on my neck and shoulder muscles. As I need to carry a variety of items such as tools, books and electronics for work and study, I was looking for an ergonomic alternative. With the BackTpack 4, I find that the even weight distribution allows me to stand straight and walk a lot faster even with the same loads I used to carry. The ability to carry loads for a longer period without the constant strain on my neck, shoulders and back have taken the hassle out of walking and using public transport. I am really enjoying the use of my BackTpack 4 and look forward to more innovative and ergonomic products from your company!
I have had a BackTpack 4 for over three years. I bought it after I found a traditional backpack, which I had migrated to due to shoulder pain from an overly heavy purse, awkward. BackTpack allows me to stand erect. I can easily reach my wallet while in a store. I use by BackTpack on a daily basis for travel, work, and pleasure. The compartments are a generous size, allowing me to carry my latest knitting project, a tablet, a book, a folder for my next meeting, and all the contents of a traditional purse. I like that the straps can be “tucked in” and the handle snapped together for a “brief case” look once I arrive at my meeting location. I like this product so much, I just ordered a second one!
As a physical therapist with a specialty in ergonomics, I was quite excited to read about the BackTpack and all of the thought and effort that went in to designing such a ‘body-friendly’ product. It did not disappoint. Extremely well made, highly adjustable and so many compartments I need to come up with a system to remind me where I stored everything (much preferable to digging through one big pocket, though!) I am able to walk from one appointment to the next with the weight of all of my equipment evenly distributed across my back and shoulders with my hands free. My physical and occupational therapist co-workers were also quite impressed and immediately began thinking of their patients (and their own children) who could benefit from the BackTpack.