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from 62 reviewsI have had the pleasure of wearing the "ACTIVE SLING" from Modern Dayfarer for the past few weeks. I really appreciate accessories and clothing items that are practical but also look unique. I am positively surprised by the details that are associated with this product. Both the quality of the material and the finishes clearly show us that this is a premium class product. I use this sling on a daily basis, and I must admit that I am able to pack all items I need into it without stretching the space too much. Even with such packing, the Sling looks excellent. It also doesn't matter how many items I put inside - with proper organization it is mega comfortable (strap is just great) and most importantly, gives me the feeling that they are safe (magnetic closure) and I can reach for them at any time. Sling has a great use for daily activities, but also for pursuing hobbies such as photography. I can heartily recommend it to both EDC fans and people who are looking for a sling that will be practical and also add style to your outfit, whether for everyday wear or business purposes.
Drawn in due to the sleek style pics & impressed even more so once delivered. Live in the United States & it was delivered within 4 days of shipping. Main reason for getting, outside of the magnetic clip (which doesn't accidentally pop open as much as I was fearing it would) was the shoe compartment + laptop pocket combo. The shoes don't take too much away from the main pocket, easily for all my work + workout gear inside with the adjustable size. Haven't made full use of all of the secret pockets, but like how actually hidden they are. Final notable feature is the top strap, useful position for carrying & fits on a hook a lot better then other bags I've tried to hang up in a gym locker.
Only downside this far is getting use to the shoulder straps, there not as much padding as my previous bag, but anticipate them just needed a bit of breaking in.
Received my backpack March 4, 2024 after placing the order on January 27, 2024. There was a shipping delay as mentioned on the product page due to the conflict in the Red Sea area.
The backpack is exactly as expected, even better in some ways. Its more sturdy than I expected maintaining its shape even when empty, which I like. The back section that hold the laptop compartment acts a backbone providing structure to the entire pack. Though I've watched/read all the reviews, this product has exceeded my expectations!
Ok so I preordered back in October… with original ship date month of December… but it got delayed and delayed again… finally it arrives first week of March…
And was it worth the wait… ima say Hell yes.
I wanted a bag that can hold everything I need from my work, lunch to gym clothes and occasional lifting shoes.
Material and craftsmanship looks and feels very good.
The water bottle pocket is big enough for a blender bottle and goes pretty deep.
Tons of pockets and inside pockets for small things like battery packs, usb cables etc.
even though it took longer than expected to arrive due to issues beyond their control, I’m very happy with it once I got the bag.
To me, this is the best sling bag ever. Fits my iPad Pro 11" perfectly, can fit a 1L water bottle if you need it to, has padding all around, a secure compartment against your body, perfect amount of organization ... while it is even smaller than what it looks like in the pictures. Can't recommend this product enough!
This little fellow was what I was looking for! Empty pant pockets is the way to go and this sling works fantastically! The materials are premium, the fidlock system makes it so you just push down on the main flap to close the bag. So easy and it feels secure! Would I have like a key leach? Maybe.. would I have like an extra .3 litres? Possibly.. but the size forces me to stay minimal, which keeps me organized. I definitely recommend this little guy! The customer service was amazing, big thanks to David who made the whole experience pleasant for me. Hoping to purchase the V2 soon, as I fell in love with this company!
I purchased this as an alternative to my Aer City Sling 2 (which I really like). I'm writing this review about a month from having switched and can say that the Active Sling is going to stay as my daily carry. The magnetic access main stow is a quality of life improvement that I didn't know I needed making it more likely that I will keep useful items on my person. Overall this slings a lot better over the shoulder as well. The City Sling 2 tends to cut into my neck if I tighten it, the Active Sling not at all. Super comfortable The separators in the main stow are perfect for my daily carries (keys, flashlight, pen, knife, airpods, wallet) with room to stash unexpected items (random palm sized things my family hands me).
Materials and craft are superb. One gripe, although I love Fidlock in general the style of this one doesn't lend itself to a small pack, it takes more effort to open than I'd like. This style works well on my Boundary Supply sling which has more heft. The City Sling's Fidlock style seems better suited to this size pack.
Overall I think this is a great sling. I've taken my time to be picky about what I'd use and I've finally made the right choice with the Active Sling.
Great day pack and fits every need I was looking for. It is compact, easy to get things out of, and above all it looks sleek regardless of how I'm wearing it!
The finishing of the product is great. The magnetic closure takes a little bit of getting used to but it should work well in the long term. I like the waterproof materials and the product still look premium despite the non traditional materials used. Good for my summer holiday trips when I can keep my power bank, reading glasses and passport in a chic compact carrier.
The swiveling sling makes the bag big your boast well without being clumsy.
Great sling for everyday comute and travel. The rolling access will be your expansion for jackets and so on. Main access through some (very) tough and waterproof YKK zippers.
Material makes you feel like you can paraglide through a hellstorm strapped only on one side.
Don't buy if you are hoping for a comprehensive bag for your 16" laptop and your small fortune of cables.
Buy it for every thing else.
probably my 4th hat ive worn through at this point, love it. minimal design, technical, black. Perfect hat for my taste
Just perfect size, useful compartments, magnetic closing 💯💯
Great size and the only one that has two external pockets for drinks or umbrellas. Fantastic
For several months, I planned a ten-day trip from California to Amsterdam during the holiday season with a layover in London. My 1st instinct was top go-large and out came the 54l checked bag despite knowing it would be a hard carry weighing close to 45 lbs. Over the course of several weeks, I toyed with the idea of a rolling carry-on with a backpack instead and tried various combinations with the AER SF bags I own and my 36l Muji roller.
Fate would have it, Aaron at Nomads Nation produced a YouTube video covering Black Friday deals and one company/backpack stood out in his list as a backpack I could use as a personal item on British Airways: Wayfarer Backpack v1. The build quality and materials were familiar with my experience with AER SF backpacks but, the level of details and packability sold me. In fact, I had two AER SF personal item friendly backpacks on a short list but the zippered front, side zippers, and shape of the Wayfarer impressed me more. Initially, I was disappointed only one color was left (Bahama Blue) but I had to have this bag. After purchase, I tracked the bag enroute from Hamburg to California. Instead of arriving the expected 7-days, the bag arrived in 4-days.
Observations
-- The coincidence of the bag (from a colorway perspective) unifying so closely to my other items took me by surprise. Even my Oyster transit card and drink thermos wanted to get in on the color scheme. Normally, I feel the need to attach my trusty 'hands-off' luggage tags to my bags so it s not mistaken in a sea of black bags - not necessary this time! As I packed the bag, the design ensured the bag would maintain its shape and not become overpacked.
-- I had extra room in the shoe compartment that stored my European size 45 Blundstone boots, so I placed my CamelBak Chute Mag Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel .09 l bottle inside between the boots leveraging the unused void. I repurposed the external bottle holder for my Amazon Kindle (w/cover) placing it in close reach under my airplane seat.
The thoughtful design and material choices have sold me on this brand. Thank you David for such an outstanding backpack and product line.
I would give this cap 4.5 stars if I could. It is really well made and of good materials. It fits nice, and is a good buy especially for the price. Shipping was super fast. my -.5 star negatives: the magnetic clasp is interesting but a little stiff. Not a big deal and would get another one of these hats if this one holds up like I think it will.