Black Ember Kompak Crossbody Pack

If urban exploration is in your blood and you’ve long been seeking the ideal carry for the sort of gear you need to bring with you on these adventures, chances are Black Ember have got the ideal solution with their latest Kickstarter release – the fantastically functional and versatile, Kompak Crossbody Pack. This impressive bit of kit has taken Kickstarter by storm and has left their funding target well and truly in their wake. If you’re after a stealthy, stealthy and, above all, versatile carry solution for 2022 and beyond, the Kompak gets our vote here at The Coolector.

Black Ember is proud to be one of the world’s first brands to collaborate with Cordura® on their new Cordura® ECO Nylon for the release of this exceptional looking Kompak Crossbody Pack. It’s the first recycled 100% nylon textile from Cordura® and the Kompak will be one of the first packs in the world to be made from Cordura® ECO Nylon making this a standout candidate to be your next carry if you’ve got an eco-conscious and actually care about the materials used in the crafting of your accessories. 

SURPRISINGLY SPACIOUS

On the face of it, the Kompak Crossbody Pack from Black Ember doesn’t look like it could hold that much of your gear but, in actuality, it is a surprisingly spacious and versatile accessory that will carry a lot more than you think. With prices starting at just $79 (early-bird Kickstarter pricing), you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a highly versatile accessory into your carry line-up. It’s a minimal pack that protects your essentials, like your ipad-mini. Using Black Ember’s proprietary BOND-STITCH laser-cut construction, the Kompak is crafted from the new Cordura® ECO recycled nylon fabric and has the sort of stealthy aesthetic we love here at The Coolector.

Black Ember’s new aluminium gated spring-hook hardware connects the padded shoulder strap securely to hypalon wings to ensure you can carry the Kompak Crossbody Pack (from $79) comfortably wherever you go. The wings help the Kompak sit flat against your body as your smartphone is charging in the Kompak’s magnetic pocket and your keys instantly attach to the magnetic key-ring. When you’re ready to hang out for a bit, the Kompak unzips to become your mobile, personal organizer.

The Mag-Fold is a minimal magnetic bi-fold wallet and perfectly compliments the Kompak. It is crafted from multiple layers of Cordura® nylon using Black Ember’s BOND-STITCH laser-cut construction. With the Magnetic Keychain your keys automatically attach to the Fidlock magnetic buckle and the new anodised aluminium spring-gated hook securely clips to your belt-loop. If you prefer to keep your keys in your pocket, there’s a leash style for that as well. Both keychains are compatible with the Kompak crossbody and feature titanium keyrings for a robust, uncompromising performance. Like what you see? Head on over to Kickstarter now to bag it for the early bird price of just $79.

Leo Davie