Summary
- Freitag, which started making bags in 1993, has introduced a new messenger bag made from old seatbelts, used truck tarps and recycled plastic bottles
- The F685 Henry bag is described as “heavy, water resistant and incredibly durable”
- The 13-litre bag can be expanded to 20 litres, making it suitable as a daily carryall for cycles, walks and trains, for example
- It has a three-year warranty and its $330 price reflects its unusual construction
- Owners can also register their purchase for a repair, reinforcing its long-lasting credentials
- However, the bag’s velcro fasteners are noisy and scratchy and the material needs time to loosen up, say reviewers.
By Thomas Ricker
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