“I purchased my first bag when Thread launched on Kickstarter. Actually, I purchased two -- one for me and one for my 24 year old daughter. We both love our bags and carry them on a regular basis. I have multiple designer totes yet find myself going to this one more often than not. I have plenty of room in the small bag to pack for an overnight trip or to use as a carry-on when flying. It's of amazing quality, is extremely durable and has so many amazing pockets! I love the new colors being offered and can't wait to purchase the new pale pink bag and corresponding pouch!”
“This bag is the most perfect backpack I ever could have dreamed, and I don’t say this lightly! I have gone through dozens of bags over the years looking for something that can combine my work and mom needs, but remain stylish enough that I don’t have to empty it out into a smaller purse every time I’m out to dinner or drinks. I received the smaller size in a light gray as a gift and it has replaced both my work bag and my diaper bag. The back pocket fits my laptop (MacBook Air) and charger perfectly, and the front pocket is roomy enough for my wallet, diapers, a couple teething toys, and a change of baby clothes, with a couple organizing compartments so everything Isnt just laying around. There are two side pockets - depending on who I’m with it fits my large water bottle or a kids sippy cup with no problem. I also tested the bottle of wine for kicks and it was a perfect fit :) There’s also a small top pocket that I’ve been using for keys and my iPhone. So far this backpack has gone everywhere with me - functional enough to slide onto my carry-on at the airport and stylish enough to bring along to a nice restaurant. I really cant recommend it highly enough!!”
“I never really thought I could appreciate a backpack like I do this one. It is as stylish and minimal as a briefcase but more useful and integrated into the milieux of an urban existence. Not to mention the material is highly durable as well as sustainable. couldn't recommend enough... a true achievement!”
“My wife and I bought one of these from Kickstarter a while back (the smaller version). We loved it and wanted a second one, so just got the larger one. I don't expect either of us will ever need or want another backpack. Classic look, durable materials. We love it!”
“I bought mine back when it was a kickstarter. It is amazing and I get compliments on it all the time. There’s a pocket for everything and it’s sturdy. There’s room for everything including my laptop, charger, planner, extra battery, all my miscellaneous electronics, my pen case, and a bunch of other stuff, too. I’m tough on my bags and this one shows no sign of letting me down. It looks good, too!”
“I backed this project on Kickstarter and got one of the early iterations of the pack. It's done a lot of travel in the last year+ and is no worse for the wear. I own a sustainable lifestyle store and am VERY particular about the functionality, durability, and aesthetics of a product. This guy checks all the boxes. Great work bag, great travel bag. I've also been caught in the rain several times with my laptop and papers in the bag, not a drop got in. The insulate water bottle pocket is magical. Keeps uninsulated bottles colder longer and keeps the sweat contained, so it doesn't touch the other things in my bag. I could go on.”
“Really awesome bag. I've replaced my old work bag with it, fits my massive Dell laptop, charger, mouse, headset, and plenty more. It truly is an awesome compact design, crazy how much fits in such a small looking pack. Sitting next to it at the airport right now!”
“I'm a proud owner of the original "Better Backpack" Kickstarter bag and had to get my hands on the new Day Owl bag. To be honest, I didn't think there was a ton of room for improvement, but the Navy option looked awesome. I was amazed at the small/incremental changes that really make this a world-class product. The team clearly sought and, more importantly, learned from feedback after the Kickstarter launch. It shows. If this is how this company is going to prioritize design, function, and impact, I'm a lifelong fan!”
