Meet the Pilot 2.0
The reliability and functionality you’ve come to love in the loyal companion of the Pilot has met its match in greater upgrades and higher quality in this latest edition. With better, longer lasting hardware and exceptional materials like water-resistant waxed canvas and full-grain leather, this backpack is ready to move with you mile after mile and journey after journey.
We’ve taken time to carefully curate additional storage and organization opportunities for all of your gear to find a home, including side pockets, a side strap for larger gear or outerwear, and even a larger front pocket for every little knick knack you can think of. We’ve also worked hard to make the Pilot 2.0 our most comfortable backpack to date, ready for every adventure on the itinerary.
This bag is ready for every page in the book of adventures you’re writing. Start a new story with this fresh version of the timeless favorite, the Pilot 2.0.
16” H x 12.5" L x 7.5" D
5.6 lbs
Gear Notes
Cut the Bulk
Photography backpacks tend to be stiff and oversized with too many bells and whistles. This is a happy medium with all the essentials you’ll need for gear and compartments to organize without the ugly bulk.
Easy Carry & Hands Free
The padded backpack straps are easy & comfortable to wear all day even if you have your bag packed out with gear; it’s a great choice for those of you with bad backs because it distributes weight nice and evenly.
Lens
Fits up to a 13"& a few at a time
Camera
Holds a pro camera body or standard body + grip OR a camera body with lens attached
Bottles
Water bottles & baby bottles fit well
Tripod
Fits standard tripods
Total length 15.5”
Diameter of strap off bag 6”
Laptop & Tablet
Will hold several sizes of laptops up to a 15" Macbook Pro inside the laptop compartment larger laptops may fit alongside the padded dividers + most sized tablets.
*Gear listed above is what will fit in this product, but not all gear may fit at the same time. Please see dimensions for more specifics. *
Specifications
Exterior Dims: - 16” H x 12.5" L x 7.5" DInterior Dims: 17” H x 12.5” L x 8” D
Weight - 5.6 Lbs.
Hardware - Antique Brass
Storage & Pockets:
- Larger front pocket (10.5” W x 8” H x 2” D)
- Credit Card slots, phone holder (4x4”)
- 2 pen holders
- Interior Laptop Compartment holds up to a 15” (10.75” W x 14” H)
- Removable padded basket system (12” L x 6” W x 6.5” H)
- 2 Large dividers & 2 smaller sub-dividers.
- Basket topper / cover to put things on top of your gear
- One Side slit pocket (7” W x 5” H)
- One Side zipper pocket (7” W x 5.5” H)
- Interior zipper pocket (7.5” W x 6.5” H)
- Large zipper mesh pocket to see everything (9” W x 4.75” H)
Straps & Accessories:
- Adjustable and padded backpack straps (37" Length)
- Top Handle / Grab Strap (3” Strap drop)
- Adjustable side strap for tripods & jackets
- Divider wrap cover. When used makes a flat surface to pack more on top of your dividers
Full Grain Leather
Our Full Grain leather is the most durable of all our materials and built to withstand the elements as well as daily use. Leather Goods can seem overly structured and rough at first, but have patience young grasshopper, it will soften as you use it beautifully.
Care Instructions
If your Bag has a strong smell to you when it first arrives, don't worry! It is either the first time you've smelled real leather or it could be the cream we use to make it look nice. We don't use chemicals, but our leather conditioning cream can have a strong smell at first, yet it's necessary to provide you with the softest and cleanest bag possible! Simply remove the plastic poly-bag from your bag, place in open air with ventilation for 24 hours in the shade, not direct sunlight, and the smell will dissipate immediately.
Leather should be stored in a dust bag away from moisture and extreme temperatures. Dry climates or direct heat can dry out the leather causing it to become brittle, condition accordingly. To condition your leather we like Chamberlains Leather Milk No.1 which comes with a cotton terry applicator. Test any conditioner in a small area on your bag and let air dry. Conditioners or treatments can darken the color of the leather depending on the type and amount used. You should condition your bag every 8 - 12 weeks depending on your climate and the bag's exposure to heat and direct sunlight.
*Please Note: Dark ink and dyes in some clothing can stain or transfer to the material of your bag; so like a new pair of jeans, give your new bag some time to break in before wearing it next to your new pair of white jeans. - or vice versa.
Waxed Canvas
Waxed Canvas is an incredibly durable and unique material. You will likely see movement (what some might consider a "scratch") right away, and that's a normal part of how the material gains character (just like our leather) from interaction with other materials and surfaces. As each of our bags are made by artisans, and no two bags are alike, know that the specific lines and markings on your bag are a reflection of uniqueness of your handcrafted life.
Our wax canvas is also robust to withstand elements like rain & snow because it is water resistant and goes through a wax treatment process. It is NOT waterproof; if submerged in water, it will pass through the material. Material is resistant to heat but avoid extreme temperatures for extended periods of time due to the application of wax.
Care Instructions
Canvas can be spot cleaned with cold water or a teeny amount of mild soap (not detergent) for tough stains. Do not machine wash. Be sure to test your soap in a small area of your bag as it could change the bag's color. When spot cleaning, let bag dry in the shade, not full sun. Do not use bleach.
Learn how to condition your canvas bag.
As your waxed canvas product is used wax can slowly wear off your product.
If you want to keep your product water resistant, we recommend waxing your product once every few years. This will help your product a great deal, but remember it’s not the same treatment as the initial wax application at the beginning.
You don’t want to re-wax your bag too much as it can cause a build-up and can easily stain other things that come in contact with your bag.
Eco Vegan (Man-made material)
Vegan goods are made specifically with our exclusive abrasion resistant man-made material without lead or phthalates. As with most man-made things, nothing lasts forever, over time, you may notice slight peeling or chipping in the most used areas - so keep it away from young children and puppies.
Care Instructions
Easily wipes clean with a damp cloth. To remove stains from the exterior, you can also use a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, however test first on a small less-visible area of your bag as it may change the bag’s color.
*Please Note: Dark ink and dyes in some clothing can stain or transfer to the material of your bag; so like a new pair of jeans, give your new bag some time to break in before wearing it next to your new pair of white jeans. - or vice versa.
Cotton Canvas Items
Our Cotton canvas is a robust material built to withstand daily use and lightweight for easy all-day carry.
Care Instructions
Canvas should be spot cleaned with cold water or a mild soap (not detergent) for tough stains. Be sure to test your soap or any cleaner in a small area of your bag as it can change the bag's color. When spot cleaning let bag dry in the shade, not full sun. Do not machine wash. Do not use bleach.
*Please Note: Dark ink and dyes in some clothing can stain or transfer to the material of your bag; so like a new pair of jeans, give your new bag some time to break in before wearing it next to your new pair of white jeans. - or vice versa.