STM Goods Myth 28L Backpack

$139.95

Coined to be the ‘smarter bag’, the STM Goods Myth 28L Backpack boasts to bring you the best of the best of backpack offerings featuring plenty of innovative design choices to make carrying and protecting your things so much easier.

On first impression, the backpack is super minimalist with a nice and stylish two-tone grey colourway. The straps feel sturdy yet comfortable, and the main body of the bag feels durable and has a water-repellent finish to keep your items inside dry and safe. I was impressed with the overall quality, with all the straps and handles finished with a TPU webbing coating and rivets for added durability. I like the subtle look of the bag without any major flashy branding, and instead remaining simple and stylish for everyday wear.

However, the real innovation of the bag can be found inside with its range of features and pockets to make using the bag so much easier. The first big innovative feature of the bag is the SlingTech pouch which is designed to hold a laptop up to 16 inches. The SlingTech ensures that there is additional padding and gapless corners (one of the main flaws of many bags which have a laptop pocket) to keep your laptop suspended in a protected pouch away from the edge of the bag. This helps to avoid potential damage from accidental bag knocks as the laptop remains in its own little protective bubble away from everything. This was perfect for my 15-inch laptop and meant I could comfortably travel for work using the bag knowing my laptop was safe and protected even if it was to get knocked.  

Another innovative feature is the CableReady system, which has a special pocket to put your wireless headphones in, and a special wired headphone holder clip. The pocket is located at the top of the bag for easy access making it super easy to pop your headphones in and get going knowing your charger is safe and secure. The front section of the bag provides ample space for all your needs and even had a useful hole to the device compartment at the back so you can attach a portable charging bank. The back section provides the suspended laptop pocket sling, as well as a large space for devices needing added protection whilst out and about. The entire pocket and sleeve are lined for added protection and can be connected through the hole to your portable charger or power bank. Across the whole bag, there are plenty of pockets, including a quick access outside pocket perfect for throwing a water bottle or umbrella into ready for whatever the day may bring.

Wearing the bag I was impressed with just how lightweight it feels, even whilst full of all my things. The bag has been designed with an air channel back panel and yoke system which wraps around you and helps to distribute the weight for a more comfortable wear even for many hours. I’ll definitely be taking the STM Goods Myth Backpack with me on my next weekend break to carry all my essentials whilst remaining comfortable and supportive.

I will note that the price of the bag is on the more premium side for a backpack, however, it is clear that the bag has been made to last with durability and functionality in mind. If you’re looking for a new back which has a protective laptop case and has been designed to deliver everything you would want from a backpack then the STM Good Myth Backpack is a good choice and worth the investment.

Pros:

• Functional pockets for easy access to essentials
• Laptop SlingTech pouch with fleece lining for added protection for laptop/devices
• Air channel design for comfortable carrying and weight distribution

Cons:

• High price point for a backpack