TLDR
The Synapse 19 is the supreme backpack for everyday carry, ultralight travel, or a day hike. You'll be able to carry more than you would imagine, but it's perfect for those who just don't need to carry as much stuff.
- Comfortable, durable, edgeless straps
- Water bottle pocket with O-ring
- Front pocket with O-ring for keys, a wallet, or a small camera
- Left pocket with pen/pencil slot and 2 wide slots
- Right pocket with small organizational pocket
- Bottom front pocket for extra clothing or snacks
- 1.5"/38 mm webbing loop on exterior bottom of bag to hook on a small flashlight
- Flexible main compartment for laptop/tablet (check fit guide) with 4 unobtrusive webbing loops on the inside for attaching optional Cache (no integrated laptop sleeve) or Size 1 Handy Little Thing
- 2 O-rings inside the main compartment for additional organizational pouches, if needed
- Meets the personal item requirement on most airlines
If you love the design of the Synapse 19, but want a bigger version, check out the Synapse 25.
Full Description
The graceful, curvilinear exterior of the Synapse 19 may at first look like something akin to sculpture, but in truth it is simply the judicious realization of ultimate utility. No mesh pockets clutter the exterior of this bag, nor extraneous straps festoon it; in it, you'll be able to carry more than you would imagine, and no one will be the wiser.
The Synapse 19 will generally fit folks between 5' and 6' comfortably. As with all things general, there are exceptions and outliers but for most folks, this is a good gauge.
- Reanna W.Verified ReviewerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Sewn in USA1 year agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Sewn in USARated 5 out of 5 starsOnly backpack I ever need
Just wanted to stop by and say how much I still love this bag 5 years later. This is my go to bag for any and all occasions and has held up flawlessly. I’ve taken it on short and longer trips as my only bag, as a daily carry for my work laptop, on any hikes I’ve been on etc. I tried quite a few different backpacks last year to try something new for aesthetics, but nothing compares for comfort, quality, durability and most of all functionality. If something ever happens to my current one I will either have it fixed by TB or get another of the same style. The pockets are so well thought out and a place for everything. Love that it’s water resistant as well and never shows dirt (other than the straps a little since they’re black, but just clean off with water/rag) Attached some pics from adventures with Synapse 19 over the years :) - Also, gotta love that TB products are made in USA, that is a huge plus for me.
TBTOM BIHN1 year agoThank you so much for taking the time to stop by and leave such a kind review! And for the lovely pictures :)
- Captain G.2 years agoRated 5 out of 5 starsYour search is over - A disabled user’s perspective.
After going through about 8 different bags over the years, I finally found one that works. I’ve had the Halcyon Synapse 19 right at two years now, and it still looks nearly brand new and it’s gone everywhere with me since. As noted in the title, I’m disabled and use crutches to get around. My hands are full all the time, so carrying things has never been a strong suit of mine. Coupled with the ever-shrinking pockets in jeans and the increasing amount of stuff one needs to have at hand daily, everyone needs a bag these days. The more gimpy among us included.
I wear mine backwards and even fully loaded (for me, 15-20lbs) this bag stays perfectly balanced. I’ve not once felt unsteady with it even at its heaviest.
It holds everything I need for a typical outing and the pockets are easily accessible with one hand. I’m not sure what magic they worked into the materials, but this bag does - not - age. I’m not outright abusive toward this bag, but I don’t baby it either. It gets thrown around; tossed in the bed of the truck; friends’ kids drag it here and there and there’s not so much as a loose thread on the outside. The only noticeable sign of wear is on the mesh back where the zippers of my coat have chewed at it a bit.
The price has increased some since I bought mine, but if I had to buy this again tomorrow - my rainbow of organizer pouches, zipper pulls and frame included, I’d not think twice about it.
You can stop debating now. It’ll be the best bag you’ve ever owned.
- NoahVerified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, High Quality Finishings1 year agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Made in USA, High Quality FinishingsRated 5 out of 5 starsThis bag will change your life
I had too much stuff to carry using a back and neck with old injuries. I loved how my packing cube and tech pouch fit in the Synik 30 and Synapse 25. I would use a padded hip belt, and halfway to my destination, I would need to lay down because my back and neck just couldn't take it. And my bag wasn't even that heavy. My body was dictating what bag I could carry, so I tuned into yet another YouTube review of a TB bag. This time, the S19. I had tried it before, and could never fit my packing cube and tech pouch in, along with everything else. This time though, the reviewer mentioned a James Clear travel list. I Googled it, and while I didn't need everything on the list or even the exact items mentioned, I began buying smaller items. My puffy that I was carrying outside of my bag because it wouldn't fit inside even the 30 liter, was changed out for a Janji thermal running jacket that packed to a tiny size. I exchanged my sun hat that would get ruined if folded or even when shipped to me after purchase, for a sun hat with built in creases (Sunday Afternoons Latitude), so it could fold and fit in between the freudian slip and the internal frame. I tried the Ultra Adventure hat, but didn't like the cape. I got rid of my bulky big box store zipper pouch, and purchased two TB clear zipper pouches, which fit perfectly on the back side of the freudian slip, secured by two (one on each pouch) 16" TB key straps. I got rid of my bulky electric toothbrush, after watching a…
- Reanna W.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Unique9 months agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, UniqueRated 5 out of 5 starsEven better than the original!
I've had a classic Synapse 19 since Summer of 2017 and it had the original straps, handle, zippers etc. While I love that bag to death and it holds a special place in my heart forever, I am thrilled with the small updates that have been made! I got a new black Synapse 19 in ballistic with the blue island interior. The zippers feel SOOO much smoother and easier to open/close than my older bag. And the new straps are very soft, which is nice when wearing a tank top. Couldn't reccomend this bag enough :) Will be keeping my old one for hikes now to keep the black clean for work/travel.
- Rebecca R.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Comfortable10 months agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, ComfortableRated 5 out of 5 starsLove this backpack!!!
Love the size, love the color, love the quality, love how it fits!!! I’ll need to buy a smaller water bottle but it’s worth it!
