Chrome  BLCKCHRM 22X Bravo 3.0 Pack

Within the first 5 min of putting my stuff into it one pocket already came apart and another showed uneven stiching, and would come apart if i tried to put anything significant in it. The chest harness clip popped off on my second day of use and these straps are very hard and rough, so my shoulders are pretty raw now. I want to return it but i have to figure out when i can as i need to use it.

This Chrome 22X Bravo 3.0 Pack has proven to be a very well-constructed and utilitarian bag. At first glance, I thought it to be possible to big and awkward. However, after using it as my primary means for carrying to and from work - I can now say it has demonstrated its worthiness to be in your personal collection, too. The materials used in its construction are heavy-duty, without being bulky, and would seem to hold up to long-term rigorous usage. From the ballistic nylon to the metal hooks to the shoulder straps - everything is top notch material and build quality. The 22X Bravo 3.0 has several compartments to swallow your laptops, tablets, binders, legal pads, etc., as well as a number of smaller compartments to secure less-sizeable items. Two of these are small lined zippered pouches at kidney level that are accessible while wearing the pack. Water bottle pouches are both deep enough and secure enough to ensure your containers stay in place. The shoulder straps are comfortable and include an adjustable slider for the chest strap position, as well as integrated webbing loops to which items could easily be clipped. The adjustment for the shoulder straps, as well as all other straps is first-rate, easy and include a durable slider that keeps excess strap fabric tight and neat. There is a surprisingly comfy cushioned back pad integrated into the pack. These foam protrusions are both rigid, yet also soft. They provide for a comfortable carry that also promotes quite a lot of airflow between your back and the bag. Two straps arranged in an X pattern on the front of the bag allow for a quick, yet secure means, to stow a helmet or jacket - without the need to open up and place those items inside the bag. The largest compartment includes the ability to expand the top opening by unhooking a sort of accordion-like velcro enclosure - which helps when storing larger items. This compartment is most likely very water-resistant, if not water-proof - as the opening is a roll-top secured with an adjustable strap that uses a metal hook to connect. This is probably my only point of preference that I wish had been done differently. I'm more of a quick-release buckle guy - so, I would have preferred one of those rather than the hook. However, I did quickly adapt to unhooking/hooking that strap. All in all, the 22X Bravo 3.0 is an attractive, durable and functional pack that should provide long-term service whether using it while walking/biking/public transporting/driving. I have enclosed a few photos that show the 22X Bravo 3.0 next to my Osprey Daylite Plus, loaded for the days activities, and with a hooded down jacket attached.

This bag has soooo much potential and just lacks at every job it was designed to do. Worst design of a bag. Do not buy. Laptop sleeve on the outer pocket of the bag away from you.. making the weight of the bag pulling on you so awkward and uncomfortable .. just move it back to where every laptop pocket is AGAINST YOUR BACK.. Roll top was unnecessary, 35L? What with the whole roll top open!? Should have been just one big flap that covered main and small compartments.. but then you couldn’t sell it as a 35L bag... I get it marketing. The side pockets should be larger and deeper .. I could go on but what do I know I’m just a consumer.

Just picked up the blckchrm 3.0 and couldn't be more pleased - extremely well designed, bag for life. I need it for my cycling commute to work, and many of the features are perfectly suited to this role. But I also wanted a bag that I can take when travelling & this also fits that bill. It's big enough for my clothes, laptop and other travel gear for short (up to a week) trips. Although I've only just purchased it, I have no doubt the construction will last forever. I have had chrome messenger bags in the past which were well suited to my cycle commute, but not practical for travelling. This bag does it all and does it well

I received this backpack in exchange for a review. I'm a petite female and this is a big pack. I'm not sure it would be an everyday bag (unless I commuted via bike - in which case I could see using it a lot). Everything about it is huge. My husbands tank of a laptop fit in with no problem and the main compartment is cavernous. That can be a problem given you might have to dig deep to find what you need. I could see using it for a few days of travel. It can definitely fit your work gear plus a few days of cloths. My biggest issue is all the velcro. So much velcro!!! I HATE velcro. I can't even count how many items of clothing I've ruined by accidentally getting hooked on velcro. So out of fear of ruining my good work clothes I don't use it as often as I would have thought. It does seem weather proof which is a huge bonus. I'll likely take it to a seamstress/tailor to see if they have ideas on how to remove or cover the velcro and maybe put in some other kind of attachments like snaps?? Overall I would say definitely worth a look if you need a weather proof large pack.

This is my first Chrome Bag. So far it's working great, with only a few small concerns. 1) I'm a bigger guy and the straps are just barely long enough. I'd appreciate just another inch or two. 2) The should straps ride high since there is no yoke which, for example, means a safety light attached to the straps point up into the sky instead of forward. 3) I understand most Chrome bags have a durable liner whereas this bag uses very thin nylon (I think due to the strength of the shell). I do worry about something poking through. I'd prefer to have a more durable inner liner instead of the removable tote bag.

I love this bag! I have been riding with it to work in rainy Portland, OR since I got it a few weeks ago. Everything inside has been dry and the materials are holding up great. The back panel is super comfortable and I can feel how the air channels are keeping the sweat at bay compared to the last version I had, Bravo 2.0. I am also stoked on the new water bottle pockets as well. My only gripe is it's not realistic to put a larger capacity bottle in there when the bag is on the full side. Overall I am very happy with this new iteration of the Bravo and recommend it for daily use in all weather.

Talking about the good things first, it's spacious and if you're carrying tons of stuff you don't feel the heavy weight of it when it's on your back. Which is the only reason I'm thinking about keeping it. Although, the extra bag is throwing me off a bit; cause I hoped that material was in the rest of the bag than just in the removable one. But these bags I think are faulty. First one came with one of the back pockets not fully sewn in and the chest strap popped off with the slightest tug when I was trying the fit. After returning the item and receiving a replacement, everything was fine until I wore it out the FIRST TIME. I attached the chest strap and before I could even properly adjust it, one side popped off.

I commute in the midwest 9-10 months out of the year. I've been using a Timbuk2 Especial Tres but decided its size (42L +/- ) was overkill. This is about 7-10L smaller. I bought directly from Chrome when I saw it was on sale. Posting this review here because Chrome took my review down off their website as soon as I "confirmed" my e-mail. This bag is my first Chrome bag and I really wanted to like it. Unfortunately, at this MSRP, it gets a lot of things wrong, especially when compared to the Timbuk2. 1. Sits crazy high on my back and with just 1 strap over the roll top it easily develops wings which block vision. 2. It has a goofy liner bag (tote style) that Velcros out, which I'll never pull out, but this liner doesn't actually velcro all of the way around the interior of the main bag, so I'm sure I'll drop something between the liner and the main bag and then not be able to find the item when I need it. 3. No dedicated light tab (I've currently got the light mounted to those compression straps, but that's not a good solution, should you actually need those compression straps to adjust. 4. No reflectivity on the rear or sides of the bag. 5. The laptop sleeve isn't in the most waterproof part of the bag. 6. No key tether anywhere. 7. No good solution for a full size U-lock. 8. The sternum strap has some adjustability in height, but I'm pretty sure I don't trust that adjustment mechanism to hold up over time.

This backpack is pretty amazing for those who commute by bike and must carry electronics. My previous pack was made by OR and fared well, but this one is definitely more versatile. One reservation I still hold is that the pack is only available in black. My OR pack was a nice Canvas brown and looking at it, you couldn't tell it was waterproof. There are some features I really love about this pack including it's ability to easily carry my tablet AND laptop with room to spare. The front pocket also has several pockets for organization of pens, cords and many other gadgets. I also appreciate the straps that allow for carrying your helmet once you've dismounted and are walking to your destination. The side pockets can easily hold any water bottle and do so very securely. Probably the least necessary, but the most fun is the inside removable cooler pouch. My partner and I love day tripping on our bikes and it's great to be able to pack solid food options without sacrificing comfort. The absolute best feature is that this pack is designed to maximize airflow so you don't arrive at your destination with a giant sweat stain on your back. In terms of features I don't love, I'd have to say this pack is definitely bulkier than others and the top doesn't secure as nicely as others. My OR pack has side clips once you roll the top down that keep it pretty tight. This one has a single clip that could be sturdier. Again, the lack of color options is underwhelming. I love bright colors, especially on a bike! Orange would be ideal. Overall, this pack is comfortable, functional and versatile and I would recommend it to anyone needing a solid commuter pack.