Synik 26

$340

Synik 26 is a perfectly balanced everyday backpack — compact enough for small frames, yet spacious enough to fit a laptop.

Color & Material

Exterior Color:
Deep

Interior Color:
Zest

Exterior Material:
Ballistic

Interior Material:
200 Halcyon

Black Ballistic/Northwest Sky 200 Halcyon

Made in Seattle

Laptop Compartment

Lifetime Guarantee

Carry-on Friendly

Description

The Synik 26 sits between the Synik 22 and Synik 30 in size. It offers a more compact height and width than the Synik 30, making it ideal for smaller frames, while still accommodating a larger laptop than the Synik 22.

Easy laptop access: Two-way entry to a padded laptop compartment that fits most 14–15" 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
13.2" (w) x 18.0" (h) x 7.7" - 10.8" (d) / 335mm (w) x 455mm (h) x 195 - 275mm (d)

Weight (Bag with Frame)
420 Spectron: 2 lb 9 oz / 1150 grams
X-Pac®: 2 lb 9 oz / 1185 grams
630d Ballistic/200d Halcyon Lining: 2 lb 11 oz / 1240 grams
420d Classic Parapack: 2 lb 12 oz / 1270 grams
Frame Sheet: 5.1 oz / 145 grams

Volume
26 Liters / 1585 cubic inches (ASTM Standard Measure)

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

1" / 25 mm waist strap included

Max Laptop Compartment Size
14.00" x 9.44" x 0.75" / 355mm x 241mm x 19mm

Luggage Pass-Through Sizing
Minimum Length: 17.75" / 450mm
Maximum Width: 7.00" / 178mm

1x 8-inch Black Webbing Snaphook/Snaphook Key Strap
8x Black Pulls Du Jour
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
630 denier High-Tenacity 2x2 Ballistic nylon

Interior
bluesign® and OEKO-TEX® certified 200 denier Halcyon/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
5x #8 YKK Racquet-Coil water-repellent zippers with metal sliders
1x #8 YKK Racquet-Coil water-repellant zippers with contoured cord pull
1x #5 YKK Coil Zipper with plastic slider

Synik 26 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 4.9 out of 5 stars

Based on 190 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 171 Total 4 star reviews: 12 Total 3 star reviews: 5 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 0

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Vanesa P.
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Sewn in USA, Good Storage Size, High Quality Craftsmanship, Comfortable
5 hours ago
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Sewn in USA, Good Storage Size, High Quality Craftsmanship, Comfortable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
One satisfied customer!
The S26 served its purpose! I went on my 4 day trip to NOLA. Packed 4 pants and 4 shirts; a pajama set; raincoat. Undergarments and toiletry bag. Plus my Son’s 4 pairs of socks, swim trunks and tee shirt. Needless to say, I’ll be using this backpack for future trips.
I would say the only drawback was not having room to include my 18 ounce Yeti water tumbler. But all in all, that was a small sacrifice. Considering everything else was fitting.
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N B.
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile, Comfortable, Easily Adjustable
3 days ago
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Good Storage Size, Versatile, Comfortable, Easily Adjustable
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I got the black halycon with grey interior. Love it.
Started off a little hesitant but its a great bag.
I used it for travel and it fit a lot and was comfortable.
The shoulder and waist straps help with the weight but overall am glad my long drawn search resulted in this very versatile bag.
May not use it as edc as it has too many compartments for daily grab. Love love it for weekend travel etc.
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Edward M.
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Product Standouts Good Storage Size, Unique, High Quality Craftsmanship, Thoughtful Design, Versatile
6 days ago
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Product Standouts Good Storage Size, Unique, High Quality Craftsmanship, Thoughtful Design, Versatile
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My (bag) partner—how I love thee
I’m still getting to know this bag fully, but it was love at first pack out.
The bottom pocket feels bottomless, the side pockets the same… the internal section is huge and I traveled with it for my first overnight this past week and it did exactly what I hoped it would—became a single bag setup for all of my work equipment, my work clothes, my dopp kit, and during the conference, a few new books on employee-ownership (shame TB didn’t go w/ an ESOP).
I’m still learning how this bag can work best for me, but I can confidently say it’s the most thoughtfully designed bag I’ve ever owned. I love the fabric, the zippers are bomb proof, and that bottom pocket… again, WOW.
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Timothy T.
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Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Unique
1 week ago
Bought For Myself
Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Unique
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Didn’t know I was a backpack person!
A true convert! I had the chance to see and feel the quality materials and craftsmanship at the Bellevue Square storefront. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about the product—sharing the local connection and history of the brand. Still, I left without making a purchase. Still doubtful over giving up my Filson Briefcase—we’ve be together a long time!
A new job and an “excuse” for a new bag lead me to finding the Synik 26 in the PERFECT color combination—it was like it was meant to be!
I have been using my new backpack for going on 2-months and I LOVE IT! It has a spot for everything I need and room for more. I know this will last and be with me for a long time to come! Thanks for making these high quality products in the perfect color combinations. Couldn’t have designed a better backpack for my needs.
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Robert J.
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Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, Good Storage Size, Versatile, High Quality Craftsmanship
1 week ago
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Travel-Ready Without the Bulk

Every bag is thoughtfully designed for effortless travel.

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

Smart pockets and O-rings keep everything visible and within easy reach.

Built to Last a Lifetime

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

Every bag is thoughtfully designed for effortless travel.

Effortless Organization, No Matter Your Day

Smart pockets and O-rings keep everything visible and within easy reach.

Built to Last a Lifetime

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.

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