• visible variant TB0903-BKYD TB0903-BKZD TB0903-BKPD TB0903-BK8D TB0903-BKPL TB0903-BKOL^^Techonaut 45 in Black Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0903-BKPD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Cerise (pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKYD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Wisteria (pale purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Tidal (denim blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BBZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BB8D TB0903-BK8D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Taiga (sage green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKOL^^Techonaut 45 in Black Ballistic with a Cobalt 210 Cerylon
  • visible variant TB0903-BKND TB0903-BBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKND TB0903-BBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKLD TB0903-BBLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Island (bright blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKFD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Fjord (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKYD TB0903-UKND TB0903-UK7D TB0903-UKGL^^ A Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKGL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Mountain Grey (grey with light grey grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TBND TB0903-TKND TB0903-TKGL^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TBND TB0903-TKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TKGL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior and a Mountain (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VB5D TB0903-VBND^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0903-VB5D^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic with a Acai 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VBND^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic with a Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (tan) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (tan) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBUD TB0903-NBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBUD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior and an Ultraviolet (bright purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior and an Northwest Sky (light grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WK8D TB0903-WKLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WK8D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior and a Taiga (olive green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WKLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior and a Island (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKKD TB0903-DKPD TB0903-DKZD TB0903-DK7D TB0903-DKGL TB0903-DKML TB0903-DK5D^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKKD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Sitka (dark green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKPD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Cerise (pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKML^^The Techonaut 45 in Deep Blue (dark blue) Ballistic with a Moss (green with light green grid) 210 Cerylon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DK5D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Acai (purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Tidal (faded blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Tidal (pale blue with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKYD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Wisteria (pale purple with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKGD TB0903-RKDL TB0903-RKLD TB0903-RKND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKGD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Seafoam (pale green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKDL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Dusk (purplish-blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKPD TB0903-GK4D TB0903-GKGD TB0903-GKLD TB0903-GKRL^^ A Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior.
  • visible variant^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Nebulous Grey (medium grey) exterior and a Fjord (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKLD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Island (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKGD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Seafoam (pale green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GK4D^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Sakura (pale pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKPD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Cerise (bright pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CKND^^ An Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (curry brown) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CKND^^ An Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (curry brown) exterior with a Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon (grey with white grid) interior..
  • visible variant TB0903-VHND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Taiga (sage green) Halcyon exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VHND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Taiga (sage green) Halcyon exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-THND ^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Night Walk (dark grey blue) Halcyon exterior
  • visible variant TB0903-THND ^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Night Walk (dark grey blue) exterior Halcyon and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-SBWD^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Steel (grey) Ballistic exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-SBWD^^ An open Techonaut 45  with a Steel (grey) Ballistic exterior and a Wasabi interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BTZD^^Techonaut 45 in Black 420 Spectron
  • visible variant TB0903-BTZD^^Techonaut 45 in Black 420 Spectron with Zest 200 Halcyon
  • ^^New variant, photo coming soon.
  • visible lifestyle^^A person with their dog packing a Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A person holding a full Spectron Techonaut 45 by the grab handle
  • visible lifestyle^^A person opening a Spectron Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A person packing shoes in a Spectron Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A Spectron Techonaut 45 packed with Packing Cube Shoulder Bags
  • visible lifestyle ^^ The back of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.
  • visible lifestyle^^ A side view of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A Close up of the Techonaut 45s Edgeless Shoulder Straps.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A person clipping the sternum strap on the Techonaut 45 closed.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a person wearing the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a 5 foot 5 inch person wearing the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A person wearing the Techonaut 45 with a shoulder strap.
  • visible lifestyle^^ The mesh back panel of the Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^ A person retrieving a bottle from the side pocket of the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle^^ A person loading a Techonaut 45 into a car using the grab handle.
  • visible detail ^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including a LGD Waist Pack, packing cubes, a puffy jacket, and stuff sacks.
  • visible detail^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including clothing, toiletries, shoes, laptop, and a camera bag.
  • visible detail^^ A second potential load out of the Aeronaut 45, including clothes, toiletries, shoes, a water bottle, and a tablet.
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the front of the Techonaut 45 (left) and the Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the backs of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the grab handle side of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the side view of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A top down view of the Techonaut 45 (left) and the Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the fronts of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right). The Techonaut 45 has a phone, Double Organizer Pouch and folded Pocket Travel Pillow next to it, and the Techonaut 30 has phone, Double Organizer Pouch and collapsible water bottle near it.
  • visible detail^^ A comparison of what can fit in the Techonauts. The Techonaut 45 (left) has a puffy coat stowed in the top grab handle and a Packing Cube in it's bottom pocket. The Techonaut 30 (right) has a Aeronaut 30 Travel Stuff Sack in its bottom pocket.
  • visible detail^^ A comparison of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right) filled with Packing Cubes.
  • visible video
  • visible variant TB0903-BKYD TB0903-BKZD TB0903-BKPD TB0903-BK8D TB0903-BKPL TB0903-BKOL^^Techonaut 45 in Black Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0903-BKPD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Cerise (pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKYD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Wisteria (pale purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Tidal (denim blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BBZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BB8D TB0903-BK8D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Taiga (sage green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKOL^^Techonaut 45 in Black Ballistic with a Cobalt 210 Cerylon
  • visible variant TB0903-BKND TB0903-BBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKND TB0903-BBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKLD TB0903-BBLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Island (bright blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BKFD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Black exterior and an Fjord (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKYD TB0903-UKND TB0903-UK7D TB0903-UKGL^^ A Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKGL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Mountain Grey (grey with light grey grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TBND TB0903-TKND TB0903-TKGL^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TBND TB0903-TKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-TKGL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Burnt Orange exterior and a Mountain (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VB5D TB0903-VBND^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0903-VB5D^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic with a Acai 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VBND^^The Techonaut 45 in Verde 1050 Ballistic with a Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (tan) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (tan) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBUD TB0903-NBND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKZD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Zest (orange) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBUD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior and an Ultraviolet (bright purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-NBND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Navy exterior and an Northwest Sky (light grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WK8D TB0903-WKLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WK8D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior and a Taiga (olive green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-WKLD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Wilderness (forest green) exterior and a Island (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKKD TB0903-DKPD TB0903-DKZD TB0903-DK7D TB0903-DKGL TB0903-DKML TB0903-DK5D^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKKD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Sitka (dark green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKPD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Cerise (pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DKML^^The Techonaut 45 in Deep Blue (dark blue) Ballistic with a Moss (green with light green grid) 210 Cerylon interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DK5D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Acai (purple) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-DK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Deep Blue (dark blue) exterior and a Tidal (faded blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UK7D^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Tidal (pale blue with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-UKYD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with an Aubergine (red-ish purple) exterior and a Wisteria (pale purple with white grid) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKGD TB0903-RKDL TB0903-RKLD TB0903-RKND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKGD^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Seafoam (pale green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-RKDL^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Ursa (brown) exterior and a Dusk (purplish-blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKPD TB0903-GK4D TB0903-GKGD TB0903-GKLD TB0903-GKRL^^ A Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior.
  • visible variant^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Nebulous Grey (medium grey) exterior and a Fjord (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKLD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Island (blue) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKGD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Seafoam (pale green) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GK4D^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Sakura (pale pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-GKPD^^ An open Techonaut 30 with a Nebulous Grey (dark grey) exterior and an Cerise (bright pink) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CKND^^ An Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (curry brown) exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-CKND^^ An Techonaut 45 with a Coyote (curry brown) exterior with a Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon (grey with white grid) interior..
  • visible variant TB0903-VHND^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Taiga (sage green) Halcyon exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-VHND^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Taiga (sage green) Halcyon exterior and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-THND ^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Night Walk (dark grey blue) Halcyon exterior
  • visible variant TB0903-THND ^^ An open Techonaut 45 with a Night Walk (dark grey blue) exterior Halcyon and a Northwest Sky (grey) interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-SBWD^^ A Techonaut 45 with a Steel (grey) Ballistic exterior.
  • visible variant TB0903-SBWD^^ An open Techonaut 45  with a Steel (grey) Ballistic exterior and a Wasabi interior.
  • visible variant TB0903-BTZD^^Techonaut 45 in Black 420 Spectron
  • visible variant TB0903-BTZD^^Techonaut 45 in Black 420 Spectron with Zest 200 Halcyon
  • ^^New variant, photo coming soon.
  • visible lifestyle^^A person with their dog packing a Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A person holding a full Spectron Techonaut 45 by the grab handle
  • visible lifestyle^^A person opening a Spectron Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A person packing shoes in a Spectron Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^A Spectron Techonaut 45 packed with Packing Cube Shoulder Bags
  • visible lifestyle ^^ The back of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.
  • visible lifestyle^^ A side view of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A Close up of the Techonaut 45s Edgeless Shoulder Straps.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A person clipping the sternum strap on the Techonaut 45 closed.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a person wearing the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a 5 foot 5 inch person wearing the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle ^^ A person wearing the Techonaut 45 with a shoulder strap.
  • visible lifestyle^^ The mesh back panel of the Techonaut 45
  • visible lifestyle^^ A person retrieving a bottle from the side pocket of the Techonaut 45.
  • visible lifestyle^^ A person loading a Techonaut 45 into a car using the grab handle.
  • visible detail ^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including a LGD Waist Pack, packing cubes, a puffy jacket, and stuff sacks.
  • visible detail^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including clothing, toiletries, shoes, laptop, and a camera bag.
  • visible detail^^ A second potential load out of the Aeronaut 45, including clothes, toiletries, shoes, a water bottle, and a tablet.
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the front of the Techonaut 45 (left) and the Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the backs of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the grab handle side of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the side view of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A top down view of the Techonaut 45 (left) and the Techonaut 30 (right).
  • visible detail ^^ A comparison of the fronts of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right). The Techonaut 45 has a phone, Double Organizer Pouch and folded Pocket Travel Pillow next to it, and the Techonaut 30 has phone, Double Organizer Pouch and collapsible water bottle near it.
  • visible detail^^ A comparison of what can fit in the Techonauts. The Techonaut 45 (left) has a puffy coat stowed in the top grab handle and a Packing Cube in it's bottom pocket. The Techonaut 30 (right) has a Aeronaut 30 Travel Stuff Sack in its bottom pocket.
  • visible detail^^ A comparison of the Techonaut 45 (left) and Techonaut 30 (right) filled with Packing Cubes.
  • visible video

Techonaut 45

$415

Ready to Ship

Techonaut 45 is the ultimate one-bag travel backpack — built to handle extended trips with maximum capacity, smart organization, and all-day carry comfort.

What Goes Into A TOM BIHN Backpack?

Each bag is meticulously designed in our Seattle factory using premium, hard-wearing materials—and built to last a lifetime, guaranteed. You're not just buying a bag, you're investing in decades of thoughtful design, durable function, and responsible craftsmanship.

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  • visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a person wearing the Techonaut 45.
    Techonaut 45

Color & Material

Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Zest
Exterior Material:
420 Spectron
Interior Material:
200 Halcyon

Available Color options

Made in Seattle
Carry-on Friendly
Laptop Compartment
Lifetime Guarantee

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Description

The Techonaut 45 is the largest in the Techonaut lineup, offering more capacity than the Techonaut 30 while still meeting most airline carry-on requirements. Its spacious main compartment and versatile design make it ideal for extended travel, all while delivering the thoughtful organization, comfort, and durability the Techonaut series is known for.

Three carry methods: Carry it your way — as a backpack, duffel, or shoulder bag — with stowable straps, a cushioned grab handle, and a breathable back panel built for comfort and versatility.

Stay organized on the go: Three quick-access pockets for storing your phone, wallet, passport, umbrella, or even a small water bottle.

Even bigger wide-opening compartment: Can pack more and access everything more easily without needing to unpack.

Versatile end pocket: Reduces weight and boosts capacity, with a zipper inside to remove the divider and create one large, flexible packing space.

Support when you need it: The skeleton back panel reduces weight and improves airflow while using soft, durable mesh to minimize abrasion — offering comfort without eliminating natural sweat during active use.

Travel-friendly design: Slides over your rolling suitcase handle for smooth airport navigation.

Dimensions
21.9" (w) x 14" (h) x 9.1" (d) / 555 (w) x 355 (h) x 230 (d) mm

Weight
420d Spectron: 2 lb 8 oz / 1135 grams
630d Ballistic: 2 lbs 14 oz / 1305 grams
1050d Ballistic: 3 lbs / 1360 grams

Volume
45 liters / 2745 cu. in. (ASTM Standard Measure)

Straps
.5" / 13 mm padded and contoured backpack straps with .75" / 20 mm removable sternum strap with removable 1" / 25 mm waist strap included

Laptop Compartment
Maximum: 16.75” x 11.5” x 0.75” / 425mm x 290mm x 19mm

1x 8-inch Black Webbing Snaphook/Snaphook Key Strap
A set of Black Zipper Pulls
1x Sternum Strap Assembly
1x Gatekeeper Waist Strap
1 pair of Tie-Down Straps

Total O-Rings: 8
(2 in the main compartment
1 in the mesh flap pocket
1 in the top pocket
1 in the left pocket
1 in the right pocket
2 the bottom pocket)

Exterior
Ultralight Spectron 400d UHMWPE / 420d nylon ripstop

Interior
bluesign® and OEKO-TEX® certified 200 denier Halcyon / nylon ripstop

Laptop Compartment: Lightweight ripstop nylon

Upper Back
Pure Finish Nylon Diamond Mesh

Lower Back
bluesign® certified 210 denier High-Tenacity 2x2 nylon

Back
Closed-cell foam

Straps
Edgeless EV50 1/2” / 12mm shoulder straps (EVAZOTE® OEKO-TEX® foam)

Components
Duraflex®, Nexus, and Woojin buckles and related components

Zippers
2x #10 YKK Raquet-Coil Water-Repellent Zipper with lockable metal sliders
4x #8 Raquet-Coil Water-Repellent zippers with metal sliders
1x #5 Coil zipper with plastic slider
1x #5 Vislon zipper with plastic slider

visible lifestyle ^^ The back of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.

Built for the Way You Move

Engineered for one-bag travel, the Techonaut 45 combines maximum capacity, thoughtful organization, and all-day carry comfort. Built to last, made to move with you.

visible lifestyle ^^ The back of a person wearing the Techonaut 45 as a backpack.

Built for the Way You Move

Engineered for one-bag travel, the Techonaut 45 combines maximum capacity, thoughtful organization, and all-day carry comfort. Built to last, made to move with you.

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Techonaut 45 Key Features

visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a 5 foot 5 inch person wearing the Techonaut 45.

Three-Way Carry, Endless Flexibility

Three carry options adapt to your needs — backpack, duffel, or shoulder bag — each designed for comfort, flexibility, and ease on the go.

visible detail ^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including a LGD Waist Pack, packing cubes, a puffy jacket, and stuff sacks.

Pack More, Unpack Less

Wide-opening, U-shaped main compartment offers even more space and visibility than the Aeronaut — so you can pack big, find fast, and live out of your bag without unpacking.

Suspended Laptop Compartment, Built Light

Suspended off the bottom for extra protection, the padded laptop compartment adds structure and comfort — all without bulk, and always easy to access even when fully packed.

Accessible Pockets, Effortless Reach

Three quick-access pockets keep essentials close — each sized for easy reach and smart storage, from passports to water bottles.

End Pocket Reimagined, Space Maximized

One end pocket instead of two means more space, less weight, and a wider main compartment. Unzip the divider for one massive packing area — perfect for bulky items or flexible organization.

visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a 5 foot 5 inch person wearing the Techonaut 45.

Three-Way Carry, Endless Flexibility

Three carry options adapt to your needs — backpack, duffel, or shoulder bag — each designed for comfort, flexibility, and ease on the go.

visible detail ^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including a LGD Waist Pack, packing cubes, a puffy jacket, and stuff sacks.

Pack More, Unpack Less

Wide-opening, U-shaped main compartment offers even more space and visibility than the Aeronaut — so you can pack big, find fast, and live out of your bag without unpacking.

Suspended Laptop Compartment, Built Light

Suspended off the bottom for extra protection, the padded laptop compartment adds structure and comfort — all without bulk, and always easy to access even when fully packed.

Accessible Pockets, Effortless Reach

Three quick-access pockets keep essentials close — each sized for easy reach and smart storage, from passports to water bottles.

End Pocket Reimagined, Space Maximized

One end pocket instead of two means more space, less weight, and a wider main compartment. Unzip the divider for one massive packing area — perfect for bulky items or flexible organization.

visible lifestyle ^^ A profile view of a 5 foot 5 inch person wearing the Techonaut 45.

Three-Way Carry, Endless Flexibility

Three carry options adapt to your needs — backpack, duffel, or shoulder bag — each designed for comfort, flexibility, and ease on the go.

visible detail ^^ A potential load out of the Techonaut 45, including a LGD Waist Pack, packing cubes, a puffy jacket, and stuff sacks.

Pack More, Unpack Less

Wide-opening, U-shaped main compartment offers even more space and visibility than the Aeronaut — so you can pack big, find fast, and live out of your bag without unpacking.

Suspended Laptop Compartment, Built Light

Suspended off the bottom for extra protection, the padded laptop compartment adds structure and comfort — all without bulk, and always easy to access even when fully packed.

Accessible Pockets, Effortless Reach

Three quick-access pockets keep essentials close — each sized for easy reach and smart storage, from passports to water bottles.

End Pocket Reimagined, Space Maximized

One end pocket instead of two means more space, less weight, and a wider main compartment. Unzip the divider for one massive packing area — perfect for bulky items or flexible organization.

Reviews

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 283 reviews
98%would recommend this product
283 reviews
  • jonah b.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Versatile
    11 minutes ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Versatile
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great successor/partner to a 1990s Bihn bag

    I still actively use a Bihn backpack I bought in the 1990s. It has 2 main compartments rather than 1 larger single compartment. As I have acquired use cases for a single large main compartment, I got this Technonaut. This bag is awesome, full stop.

    So few non-digital objects are improved over time. Modern furniture is a mess. I have to replace appliances every few years. Even other luggage bags- I had to get the zippers reworked on some non-Bihn duffles I bought only a few years ago. The Technonaut is a real improvement on the older bag which itself still works well even 30 years later. Amazing.

  • Cynthia G.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Easily Adjustable, Thoughtful Design
    3 days ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Easily Adjustable, Thoughtful Design
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    So glad I splurged

    I have numerous TB bags, too many to list. I purchased this to see if it would be lighter than my Aeronaut 45 which I’ve had for many years, and has taken me on lots of multi day bicycle tours.

    No issues at all with the Aeronaut but the ballistic fabric weight and heavier zippers were getting a bit much for my 66 year old body. Also, the backpack straps can sometimes be difficult to attach when it’s time for use.

    I’m in love with the Spectron Techonaut 45. It’s lighter, has just enough outside pockets and all are useful.

    The zippers are a breeze to use and the handles and backpack straps feel so much better than my old bag.

    I’m only 5’4 and was afraid that it would be too big but no worries at all. The straps have enough adjustment to allow for a comfortable carry. Must reiterate the comfort factor on the handles and straps.

    While I was hesitant to purchase this in fear of duplication of current bags, so glad I splurged. It’s a game changer for me.

    It holds cycling clothes, shoes, pedals and after bike clothing for a week tour with room for souvenirs on the return!

    My husband will be purchasing one as soon as he figures out his favorite color scheme. As for me, the Spectron black was the perfect choice.

    Thank you Tom Bihn designers and bag makers.

  • Orrin E.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design
    1 week ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great versatility

    Great versatility and design

  • Guy V.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, Easily Adjustable
    3 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, Easily Adjustable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    It's a mystery...

    ...how, when first unpacked, the T45 looked less in size than I expected. As I packed it, I found more than enough space to pack a week's worth of clothing and accessories -- with room to spare. I've no doubt the T45 will meet my needs for an upcoming month-long meander through the Iberian peninsula.

    Further, when packed, the T45 was easily adjusted to my body, making it comfortable as a backpack, and the handles made it comfortable to use when carried as luggage.

  • Michael V.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, Sewn in USA, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Thoughtful Design
    1 month ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, Sewn in USA, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Thoughtful Design
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Perfect Travel Pack

    Lightweight durable, loads of room, great lay out. Pair with some packing cubes and hit the road.

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Made in Seattle with premium materials and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

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Travel-Ready Without the Bulk

Fits under most airline seats and breezes through TSA with lay-flat laptop access.

visible lifestyle^^A person retrieving a drink from the Synik 26 water bottle pocket

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

Smart pockets and clamshell access keep everything visible and within easy reach.

visible lifestyle^^A Nomad Tote with its front pocket open.

Built to Last a Lifetime (Literally)

Made in Seattle with premium materials and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

Superior Construction. Thoughtful Design.

Every detail is obsessively crafted for function, flexibility, and joy in use—just like we’ve been doing since 1972.

Travel-Ready Without the Bulk

Fits under most airline seats and breezes through TSA with lay-flat laptop access.

visible lifestyle^^A person retrieving a drink from the Synik 26 water bottle pocket

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

Smart pockets and clamshell access keep everything visible and within easy reach.

visible lifestyle^^A Nomad Tote with its front pocket open.

Built to Last a Lifetime (Literally)

Made in Seattle with premium materials and backed by a lifetime guarantee.

Superior Construction. Thoughtful Design.

Every detail is obsessively crafted for function, flexibility, and joy in use—just like we’ve been doing since 1972.

Made in Seattle, Built to Last

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