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Size 2 Handy Little Thing (HLT)

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9 Stars (262 Reviews)

$80.00

Color: Taiga 200 Halcyon

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A clamshell organizer pouch with tons of pockets, webbing and elastic loops, and other spots for cords, pens, tools, and more.

2 liters / 130 cu. in. 

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TLDR

The Size 1 Handy Little Thing (HLT) is a clamshell organizer pouch for the ultra-organized. 

  • 1 exterior zippered pocket with an included 8" Key Strap
  • 2 small interior zippered pockets
  • 1 mesh zippered pocket
  • 6 O-rings
  • 10 interior elastic and webbing loops to retain your cords and tools
  • 2 Medium Swivel Double Carabiners clipped to the thumb loops on the exterior
  • 4 exterior loops to hook pens/flashlights/tools
  • Hidden slot under the mesh zippered pouch through which you can tuck a notebook cover
  • Attachment points for a 1" Gatekeeper Hip Belt or 1" Shoulder Strap

The HLT is available in two sizes: Size 1 and Size 2.

Full Description

Use as a Main Compartment Organizer

On the exterior of the HLT are two Medium Swivel Double Carabiners on the thumb loops. Simply clip the Carabiners on the O-rings inside the main compartment of the Synik 30.

Once your HLT is clipped in your Synik, you can either leave it zipped shut or zipped open — in the latter case, you'd use it as a sort-of Freudian Slip.

When you need to access items out of that open-top pocket in the Synik, slide the HLT (still connected to the O-rings) up and out of the top of the Synik.

Tuck in the Bottom External Pocket Of The Synik

The HLT 2 is sized to fit in the bottom external pocket of the Synik 30 and Synapse 25.

Carry As A Minimalist Waist Pack, Sling, Or Shoulder Bag

If you've already got a 1" Gatekeeper Waist Belt from one of our other backpacks, then you can use it with the HLT.

You can also attach a 1" Shoulder Strap if you want to carry the HLT crossbody or over the shoulder. You might already have one of these if you have our Side Kick.*

If you have a heavily loaded HLT 2, you may notice that it tips outward slightly as the attachment points for the waist strap or the shoulder strap are on one side of the bag instead of two. We personally don't find this annoying, but it's worth mentioning. As we said, the HLT is primarily intended to be an internal organizer pouch.

Clip To The Seat Pocket On The Airplane

You can also clip the included Swivel Double Carabiners to the back seat pocket on the airplane seat in front of you; this way, your in-flight items — earbuds, snacks, sleeping mask, utility cloth, pen, notebook, cables, wallet, phone — are easily within reach throughout your flights.

Use As A Write-In Notebook Holder Or Work-Out-Of Tool Pouch

Slide your hand through the webbing handle loop on the back and tuck your thumb in one of the thumb loops and you have a notebook holder that rests securely in one hand* so you can take notes, write, or draw with the other hand. The notebook function works for both left-handed and right-handed people.

*Since the HLT 1 is a smaller pouch overall, people with larger hands may only be able to get three fingers through the handle, but it will still work as a write-in notebook holder regardless.

On the exterior of the HLT are two Medium Swivel Double Carabiners on the thumb loops. Simply clip the Carabiners on the O-rings inside the main compartment of the Synik 30.

Once your HLT is clipped in your Synik, you can either leave it zipped shut or zipped open — in the latter case, you'd use it as a sort-of Freudian Slip.

When you need to access items out of that open-top pocket in the Synik, slide the HLT (still connected to the O-rings) up and out of the top of the Synik.

The HLT 2 is sized to fit in the bottom external pocket of the Synik 30 and Synapse 25.

If you've already got a 1" Gatekeeper Waist Belt from one of our other backpacks, then you can use it with the HLT.

You can also attach a 1" Shoulder Strap if you want to carry the HLT crossbody or over the shoulder. You might already have one of these if you have our Side Kick.*

If you have a heavily loaded HLT 2, you may notice that it tips outward slightly as the attachment points for the waist strap or the shoulder strap are on one side of the bag instead of two. We personally don't find this annoying, but it's worth mentioning. As we said, the HLT is primarily intended to be an internal organizer pouch.

You can also clip the included Swivel Double Carabiners to the back seat pocket on the airplane seat in front of you; this way, your in-flight items — earbuds, snacks, sleeping mask, utility cloth, pen, notebook, cables, wallet, phone — are easily within reach throughout your flights.

Slide your hand through the webbing handle loop on the back and tuck your thumb in one of the thumb loops and you have a notebook holder that rests securely in one hand* so you can take notes, write, or draw with the other hand. The notebook function works for both left-handed and right-handed people.

*Since the HLT 1 is a smaller pouch overall, people with larger hands may only be able to get three fingers through the handle, but it will still work as a write-in notebook holder regardless.

Materials

Fabrics

bluesign® and OEKO-TEX® certified 200 denier Halcyon/nylon ripstop
bluesign® certified 630 denier 50% Recycled nylon
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bluesign® certified 210 denier High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic nylon

Mesh

Polyester mesh

Zippers

#5 YKK coil zippers with plastic sliders

Specs

Dimensions

9.1” (w) x 5.3” (h) x 2.6” (d) / 230 (w) x 135 (h) x 65 (d) mm

Weight

200 Halcyon: 5.1 oz / 145 grams
210 Ballistic: 5.3 oz / 150 grams

Volume

2 liters / 130 cu. in. 

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262 reviews
  • Jayne W.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size, Thoughtful Design, Durable
    21 hours ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size, Thoughtful Design, Durable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Very Handy

    I love this. I bought to take on vacation to keep cords organized which worked perfectly. I brought a strap with me and ended up using as a purse on my trip. Great quality and looks good too.

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  • Andrew L.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Compact, Versatile
    2 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Compact, Versatile
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    A great bag

    Perfect size for one- handed carry around for important things like your mobile , wallet, passport etc when you don’t want to stuff everything in your pockets

    Fabric is tough. Zippers are smooth. You can compartmentalize so things won’t fall out everywhere when you unzip open.

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  • Derek M.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Versatile
    2 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Versatile
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Fun color and useful design

    The bag does what it is meant to. I had a plan to originally use it in one way, but ended up using it as an interior bag while on a trip overseas. It is clipped inside of my TB backpack and provides a safer environment for items that might otherwise be more easily picked out of an exterior zipper.

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  • Jason F.
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    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile
    2 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Handy indeed

    I purchased 2 of these; one for my headphone stuff and another for power adapters and USB cables. The construction is classic Tom Bihn and the size is perfect. The O rings are very nice for securing the bag to my Synik 30, so I don't accidentally leave it behind (though I also picked the bright color to help with that!). My only nitpick is that I wish the elastic/webbing loops were just a bit further apart, but they are still very handy.

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  • Kelli S.
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    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size
    2 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Delightfully functional

    I bought the HLT 2 to use as a field kit for work. I can fit an A6 notebook, pencils, tape measure, pocket flashlight, pocket knife, and a key lanyard in the various pockets, with room to spare. It’s wonderful to have everything pre-packed and organized for easy transport and use. I purchased a shoulder strap to carry it as a cross-body when i need my hands free, and it’s the perfect size and shape for that option.

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