French alpine heritage, early supplier to Himalayan expeditions, absorbed into the Lafuma Group in 1995 and now owned by the Calida Group
That is, they borrowed technology from SpaceX and applied it to a more down-to-earth scenario, though the propulsion system doesnt rely on any explosive material
As the saying goes, take care of your gear, and your gear will take care of you
On super smooth surfaces, like at the airport, the wheels are as smooth as they come and lock, which comes in handy when waiting for an Uber on a hill, riding public transit, or in storage
It runs horizontally across the back panel, so your bag will sit vertically on your rolling luggage
Check out our Patagonia Refugio 26L vs 30L comparison to see the difference in sizing