Synik 22

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The Synik 22 is the smallest in the Synik line, designed for everyday carry with streamlined organization and travel-ready features.

Color & Material

Exterior Color:
Black

Interior Color:
Dusk

Exterior Material:
420 Spectron

Interior Material:
210 Cerylon

Aubergine Ballistic/Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon

Black Ballistic/Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon

Ursa Ballistic/Mountain Grey 210 Cerylon

Made in Seattle

Carry-on Friendly

Laptop Compartment

Lifetime Guarantee

Description

The Synik 22 is the most compact in the Synik lineup, offering a smaller footprint than the Synik 26 and the Synik 30. Its shorter and narrower frame makes it ideal for smaller builds or minimalist carry, while still delivering the comfort, durability, and smart organization that define the Synik series.

Easy laptop access: Two-way entry to a padded laptop compartment that fits most 13" laptops, so your tech is protected and easy to reach.

Stay organized on the go: Five exterior pockets with room to spare — including one just for your 32 oz water bottle.

Pack it your way: A full clamshell opening makes packing (and finding stuff later) a breeze.

Quick-access interior pocket: Keeps small essentials easy to spot and grab.

Support when you need it: A built-in frame adds structure and comfort — but can be removed when you want to travel light.

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

Dimensions
11.4" (w) x 16.0" (h) x 7.1" - 9.4" (d) / 290 (w) x 410 (h) x 180 - 240 (d) mm

Weight (Bag with Frame)
420 Spectron : 2 lb 6.8 oz / 1100 grams
630 Ballistic: 2 lb 9.6 oz / 1180 grams
420d Classic Parapack: 2 lb 10.2 oz / 1195 grams
X-Pac®: 2 lbs 8.1 oz / 1140 grams
Frame Sheet: 5.1 oz / 145 grams

Volume
22 liters / 1340 cubic inches (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
12.35” x 8.65” x 0.75” / 314mm x 220mm x 19mm

Luggage Pass-Through Sizing
Minimum Length: 15.75" / 400mm
Maximum Width: 6.25" / 160mm

1x 8-inch Black Webbing Snaphook/Snaphook Key Strap
8x Black Zipper Pulls
1x Sternum Strap Assembly
1x Gatekeeper Waist Strap
1x Internal Frame w/ Aluminum Half-Stay
1 pair Tie-Down Straps

Total O-Rings: 10
(1 in the water bottle pocket
1 in the small middle pocket
1 in the left pocket
1 in the right pocket
2 in the bottom pocket
4 in the main compartment)

Exterior
Ultralight Spectron 400d UHMWPE / 420d nylon ripstop

Interior
bluesign® certified 210 denier Cerylon high tenacity nylon ripstop

Upper Back
Spacer 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
1x #10 YKK Aquaguard® water-repellent zipper with metal slider
6 #8 Racquet-Coil water-repellent zippers with metal sliders
1x #5 Coil Zipper with plastic slider

Synik 22 Key Features

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

Smart Pockets, Seamless Access

5 external pockets keep you organized without adding bulk—each thoughtfully placed for balance & function.

Pack Flat, Move Fast

Full clamshell design makes packing easy, with padded protection and tie-down straps to keep everything secure.

Laptop Access, Two Ways

A dedicated compartment opens from the side or top, making it easy to grab your laptop without unpacking.

Perfect For Travel Days

Packs like luggage, carries like a backpack, fits under most airline seats, and slides over rolling bag handles.

visible lifestyle^^A Synik 30 filled with many accessories.

Interior Storage, Simplified

A low-profile banded pocket keeps essentials tidy without adding bulk.

Smart Pockets, Seamless Access

5 external pockets keep you organized without adding bulk—each thoughtfully placed for balance & function.

Pack Flat, Move Fast

Full clamshell design makes packing easy, with padded protection and tie-down straps to keep everything secure.

Laptop Access, Two Ways

A dedicated compartment opens from the side or top, making it easy to grab your laptop without unpacking.

Perfect For Travel Days

Packs like luggage, carries like a backpack, fits under most airline seats, and slides over rolling bag handles.

Interior Storage, Simplified

A low-profile banded pocket keeps essentials tidy without adding bulk.

Smart Pockets, Seamless Access

5 external pockets keep you organized without adding bulk—each thoughtfully placed for balance & function.

Pack Flat, Move Fast

Full clamshell design makes packing easy, with padded protection and tie-down straps to keep everything secure.

Laptop Access, Two Ways

A dedicated compartment opens from the side or top, making it easy to grab your laptop without unpacking.

Perfect For Travel Days

Packs like luggage, carries like a backpack, fits under most airline seats, and slides over rolling bag handles.

Interior Storage, Simplified

A low-profile banded pocket keeps essentials tidy without adding bulk.

Reviews

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars

Based on 511 reviews

96%would recommend this product

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Robert
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Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship
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Bought For Myself
Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome !Customer service excellent!
I owned the Tom Bihn synaspe 19 and 25, western flyer, and even tri star over the years. However due to my lack of traveling I sold them all besides the synaspe 19, which wasn’t going to cut it for an out of country trip. Immediately I was excited to get on Tom Bihn’s website! I started with the Synik 30 1 bag travel let’s go. However too big(returned), so back to two bag travel world. Synaspe 25 and Pilot was my choice . Oh no did I forget how big the synaspe 25 was and not to mention I expedited the shipping. Called Tom Bihn, they immediately shipped me a synik 22 just in time for my trip tomorrow and I returned the synaspe 25. Synik 22 +pilot is the perfect combo for me ! Thank you Tom Bihn. I was always a fan but now I will never even consider another brand . Pay the extra money folks. Product is quality and so is the customer service.
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Dora T.
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size
2 weeks ago
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Good Storage Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful backpack
I was looking for a travel backpack. It is more expensive than others that I was looking into. There is no regret. It is so beautiful. I ended up buying other small bags.
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Kate B.
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable
2 weeks ago
Bought For Myself
Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent travel backpack
I bought this to replace my Synapse 19 that I bought in 2013. It has the all the same compartments and shape but is slightly larger and it has the frame insert in the back and it has pull tight straps in the main compartment, plus it opens fully flat like a clamshell suitcase. My husband bought the Synik 26 for himself. I found the 22 to be just the right size to be a travel bag / personal item for most things. There were 2 flights where it wouldn't fit under the seat in front of me because of reduced space. Choose this one if you need a traveling bag that you will need to hold up over years of travel. Keep in mind a smaller waterbottle fits best in that section, a larger waterbottle will have to go inside the main compartment.
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Kevin T.
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Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size
2 weeks ago
Bought For Myself
Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works flawlessly
Bought the Synik 22 for personal under seat while flying. Fits under the seat on United and carried what I needed with no issues. My wife thought I was crazy spending the money for it but after our trip she’s now thinking of buying one too. It’s really well made and love the zippers.
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Emilia M.
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Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile
3 weeks ago
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Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
As a self-proclaimed backpack snob, I’ve been eyeing the Synik 22 from Tom Bihn for many months, and I’m so glad I finally pulled the trigger. This bag is hands down the best I’ve ever had! The quality is unmatched — you can tell every detail was carefully thought out and crafted. The organization is perfect, especially for me as an artist and journal lover. Everything from my laptop, Ipad, sketchbooks to pens and small gadgets fits effortlessly into the thoughtfully designed compartments. Tom Bihn always manages to outdo themselves, and this bag is no exception. If you’re looking for a bag that blends style, functionality, and durability, the Synik 22 is it. Worth every penny!
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Why People Choose TOM BIHN

Travel-Ready Without the Bulk

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

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.

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

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

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.

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

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

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

Designed with obsessive attention to detail, the Synik 26 offers unmatched organization, comfort, and durability—whether you're commuting, traveling, or navigating daily life. Built to last, made to move with you.

The BIHN Guarantee

Since 1972, we’ve stood behind every bag we make. If it’s our fault, we’ll fix it—no questions asked. For everything else, we offer honest repairs in the same Seattle shop where your bag was born.

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