• visible variant TB0927-VKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Saguaro Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-VKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Saguaro Ballistic in Sangria 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-BKLD TB0927-BKND TB0927-BKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0927-BKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Zest 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-BKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Island 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-BKND^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-NKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Constellation Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-NKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Constellation Ballistic in Island 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-CKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Coyote Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0927-CKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Coyote Ballistic with Zest 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKZD TB0927-DK5D TB0927-DKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-DK5D^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Acai 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Zest 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Solaris 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKLD TB0927-GKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic in Island 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic in Sangria 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-MKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Mars Red Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-MKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Mars Red Ballistic in Solaris 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-TKDL^^Paragon 2.0 in Burnt Orange Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-TKDL^^Paragon 2.0 in Burnt Orange Ballistic in Dusk 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-UK7D TB0927-UK5D^^Paragon 2.0 in Aubergine Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-UK7D^^Paragon 2.0 in Aubergine Ballistic in Tidal 210 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-WKOL^^Paragon 2.0 in Wilderness Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-WKOL^^Paragon 2.0 in Wilderness Ballistic in Cobalt 210 Cerylon.
  • visible lifestyle^^front view of Paragon
  • visible detail^^Paragon with front pocket open, bright orange interior
  • visible detail^^An open backpack with bright orange interior
  • visible detail^^top handle of Paragon 2.0
  • visible detail^^gatekeeper waist belt of Paragon
  • visible detail^^Side zipper detail of Paragon
  • visible lifestyle^^ Interior of the Paragon 2.0 with items in the top pocket.
  • visible detail^^side profile of Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Someone removing a 3D Organizer Cube from the main compartment of the Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Someone removing a laptop from the main compartment of the Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Person holding the Paragon 2.0
  • Close shot of the zipper pulls on the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back
  • A close shot of the Gatekeeper Waist Strap on the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back
  • Person holding the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back with the front pocket open.
  • The Paragon 2.0 open showing the interior zippered pocket and laptop compartment.
  • visible detail^^Close shot of a person wearing the sternum strap of the Paragon 2.0
  • visible variant TB0927-VKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Saguaro Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-VKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Saguaro Ballistic in Sangria 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-BKLD TB0927-BKND TB0927-BKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0927-BKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Zest 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-BKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Island 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-BKND^^Paragon 2.0 in Black Ballistic with Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon
  • visible variant TB0927-NKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Constellation Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-NKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Constellation Ballistic in Island 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-CKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Coyote Ballistic
  • visible variant TB0927-CKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Coyote Ballistic with Zest 200 Halcyon interior.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKZD TB0927-DK5D TB0927-DKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-DK5D^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Acai 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKZD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Zest 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-DKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Deep Blue Ballistic in Solaris 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKLD TB0927-GKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKLD^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic in Island 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-GKSL^^Paragon 2.0 in Nebulous Grey Ballistic in Sangria 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-MKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Mars Red Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-MKOD^^Paragon 2.0 in Mars Red Ballistic in Solaris 200 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-TKDL^^Paragon 2.0 in Burnt Orange Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-TKDL^^Paragon 2.0 in Burnt Orange Ballistic in Dusk 210 Cerylon.
  • visible variant TB0927-UK7D TB0927-UK5D^^Paragon 2.0 in Aubergine Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-UK7D^^Paragon 2.0 in Aubergine Ballistic in Tidal 210 Halcyon.
  • visible variant TB0927-WKOL^^Paragon 2.0 in Wilderness Ballistic.
  • visible variant TB0927-WKOL^^Paragon 2.0 in Wilderness Ballistic in Cobalt 210 Cerylon.
  • visible lifestyle^^front view of Paragon
  • visible detail^^Paragon with front pocket open, bright orange interior
  • visible detail^^An open backpack with bright orange interior
  • visible detail^^top handle of Paragon 2.0
  • visible detail^^gatekeeper waist belt of Paragon
  • visible detail^^Side zipper detail of Paragon
  • visible lifestyle^^ Interior of the Paragon 2.0 with items in the top pocket.
  • visible detail^^side profile of Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Someone removing a 3D Organizer Cube from the main compartment of the Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Someone removing a laptop from the main compartment of the Paragon 2.0
  • visible lifestyle^^Person holding the Paragon 2.0
  • Close shot of the zipper pulls on the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back
  • A close shot of the Gatekeeper Waist Strap on the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back
  • Person holding the Paragon 2.0
  • Person wearing the Paragon 2.0 on their back with the front pocket open.
  • The Paragon 2.0 open showing the interior zippered pocket and laptop compartment.
  • visible detail^^Close shot of a person wearing the sternum strap of the Paragon 2.0
(37 Reviews)

Paragon 2.0

$209

The Paragon 2.0 is the second iteration of the Paragon, a modern take on Tom's minimalist bag from years past, the Simplex.

What Goes Into A Tom Bihn Backpack?

Each bag is handmade in the U.S. 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.

Color & Material

Exterior Color:
Aubergine
Interior Color:
Acai
Exterior Material:
Ballistic
Interior Material:
200 Halcyon

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Paragon 2.0

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Description

The Paragon 2.0 is the second iteration of the updated version of a backpack design made by Tom back in the 1970s, the Simplex. Classic rectilinear shape with radius corners, horizontal zippered front pocket, Aquaguard® zippers, 3D top pocket on the inside, and not a whole lot else going on, which is what some folks love about this design. Folks who love our Daylight Backpack but want some laptop protection, a padded mesh back, and replete-with-comfort shoulder straps will appreciate this pack.

Reviews

4.8
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Based on 37 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 33 Total 4 star reviews: 3 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 1
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37 reviews
  • JZ
    Johnny Z.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, Sewn in USA, Durable
    2 months ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, Sewn in USA, Durable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Works very well for daily requirements

    Very lightweight, good for travel. Could do with one more internal pocket

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  • I
    IML
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    3 months ago
    Bought For Myself
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    Torn & Ripped

    Just after 6 months.

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    TOM BIHN
    3 months ago

    Hi IML,

    I'm sorry to hear about your Paragon 2.0 experiencing that level of delamination after just 6 months. If you live in an area with high humidity, that can cause premature delamination of the urethane backing on the fabric, but that is pretty extreme. I'll reach out to you directly via email to learn more about what happened and make this right. Quality and longevity are extremely important to us, and we take issues like this very seriously.

    Thanks for bringing this to our attention - your feedback helps us maintain our quality standards and improve our products.

  • SL
    Scott L.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size
    7 months ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Super daily and work backpack

    I couldn’t be happier with the Paragon 2.0. I was looking for a backpack I could comfortably carry around campus (I’m a professor) and that looked professional enough. This backpack excels in each regard.

    Comfort: the backpack has wonderfully cushioned straps, though I think the really impressive aspect of the bag is how it carries. Because of its width (a lot) and relatively shallow depth, the backpack stays close to the back and weight feels evenly distributed. In essence, the backpack is balanced and feels that way when being carried.

    Space / storage: for my needs, the backpack is just the right size. In the laptop sleeve, I can easily fit my 13-inch MacBook Air, two legal pads, and some folders. Everything is quickly and easily accessed. In the main compartment (pictured), I keep a vertical packing cubelet, Tom Bihn first aid pouch, a pencil case and one or two books. All fit comfortably and, like the laptop etc, are easily accessed. In the inside storage pouch, I keep other flat essentials, and in the front compartment I keep a rather hefty A5 notebook; it fits, but snuggly.

    I don’t often do this, but I could also fit a lunchbox or compressed clothing item above the books / pouches in the main compartment.

    Appearance: I love the look of this bag. It’s sleek and unobtrusive; in other words, classic. Blue “pull du jours” add a bit of character and match the interior lining.

    Would I change anything? Two things:

    1) o-rings on the inside of the main compartment…

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  • MC
    Michael C.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship
    1 year ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Excellent bag - needs structure

    I love this bag! It’s well designed, the colors are so beautiful the straps are probably the best in the industry. This is my first Tom Bihn bag, I bought it after trying on my friend’s Paragon v1 and being amazed by the comfort. I use this as my daily bag to work whether driving in or riding my bike to work. My two suggestions for a V3 would be to include the skeleton padded back panel like in some of the other bags, and to give the bag a bit more rigidity either through a separate back panel or some other way. This would help the bag stand on its own and not be as floppy.

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  • J
    Jason
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA
    1 year ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Classic and Clean

    I didn't expect to love this bag as much as I do. It's simple, clean, lines make it visually appealing. The orange color is so, so nice in person. The zippers are smooth, even with the water resistant coating. I love that the interior stash pocket can be zipped/unzipped from the top or the bottom. Edgeless shoulder straps are really comfortable. Just an all around classic looking daypack.

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