19L Roy Pack EPLX400

3 reviews

$475.00

Originally designed as a gift for my girlfriend's father, Roy <3

The Roy Pack combines a sleek, tapered silhouette with thoughtful features and a blend of some of my favorite, premium materials.

Exterior is comprised of ECOPAK™ 400D Recycled Polyester Fabric with a 0.5 Mil Recycled Film Backing, paired with a firm Desserto® Nopal Cactus Leather bottom. There is also the option to switch to animal leather in the Base Options dropdown (surcharge due to additional labor for skiving the leather), but by default, the pack will be made with alternative leather. More info listed on the materials page for those who like to indulge in the technical specs.

Features include an internal, elasticized water bottle sleeve (pictured shows a 20 oz water bottle) along with stretch and zippered pockets in the main compartment. Dedicated laptop compartment has a fleece-lined device sleeve (sleeve fits a 14" Macbook Pro) that is suspended from the bottom of the bag, along with tech accessory-focused organization. (16" Macbook Pro fits in laptop compartment or main compartment, just does not fit the device sleeve)

Back panel has a zippered, additionally fleece-lined, quick-access pocket. Our patent pending Hella Comfy ™ harness system (joking aside it's really great) is comprised of a dual density closed cell foam on both the back panel and the shoulder straps. The back panel also features a trolly strap for roller luggage handle pass-through.

Also included is a removable sternum strap equipped with a 20mm magnetic Fidlock buckle.

Dimensions:
12" (30.5cm) Wide x 18.5" (47cm) Tall x approx. 6" (15.25cm) Deep depending how it's packed out.

Weight: 2 lbs, 4 oz (1,020 grams)

Some customization available. Please see the customization offerings below.

This item is made to order. Please allow 5-6 weeks lead time. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions about the ordering process.

It would never be my intention to price someone out out of accessibility to a product, or to price a product in a bracket for some type of hype marketing illusion. Labeling something as "premium" in my opinion isn't enough to justify the price. I think it's important to give context to pricing so that it's clear as to why things cost the amount they do.

Using the 19L Roy Pack as an example, the cost of materials alone is about $95 in its current offering. This can change as I'm able to source directly vs. buying some of the components 3rd party, but for now, it is what it is. Tariffs have and will also continue to affect the fluctuation of material cost.

From there, each bag from start to finish is about 12 hours of labor to build. That includes cutting material, preparing sub assemblies, and then final/closing construction. If we say that the labor is priced at $25/hr (personally, less than what I would even consider a viable living wage in Los Angeles) then the labor cost for the pack alone is $300. This is where the cost difference of goods made in the states vs. goods made by an overseas vendor comes into play. Again, not a cry for sympathy, but just providing context so that folks have more information to choose what they wish to support.

Out the gate, the Roy Pack in total costs $395 to make. In my past endeavors, those two factors (material and labor) have dictated the pricing. However, as a business, that would already be a setup for burnout. For those of us who have watched Shark Tank, the Sharks would be Sharking right now.

So that leads to the big question, "How much do you then factor in for operating costs and profit?" I've landed on the final cost at $475, which yields a profit for the brand of $80 (16.8%). This also factors in free shipping across the U.S. It's a percentage that feels justified for both parties (if you haven't noticed, I'm someone who really likes to talk about their feelings). The profit goes right back into the brand, with the goal of investing towards a larger workspace, automation for production, and absorbing high MOQ costs for ordering materials direct from the manufacturer. All of which, will eventually help bring the overall cost per unit down, which I will always be transparent about and adjust accordingly.

If you choose to support the brand and what I value, then I think it's important to have all of the information out in the open so that customers can make an informed decision that feels right to them.

Thank you for taking the time to read my ramblings, and if you have any further questions about the above, please feel free to shoot me a message on the contact page.

Personally, I do not eat meat and avoid using animal products, but this is a personal choice. I understand that this might not be the preference of everyone.

I also understand that the term "vegan leather" can come with a varying degree of preconceived notions, especially since vegan leather's origin wasn't the strongest contender in terms of durability. I can say confidently that the Desserto® Cactus leather is the best I've seen. It does not patina the same as traditional cow hide does, in fact, you won't really see any patina at all. When it comes to durability, I've done small-scale abrasion testing to see how it compares to cow hide, and I'm excited to offer something that truly feels like an equal alternative to an animal product.

I think the compromise is to have both options available and allow people the opportunity to choose. No guilt trip subtext and the markup is only because working with the cow hide involves skiving, which is more labor intensive. But aside from that, both options are on the same playing field because in my humble opinion in how they're used in the product I offer, they perform the same.

If you ever encounter any issue with either option you have purchased, please feel free to reach out on the contact page so that I can help resolve the issue :)

Mrs Marc absolutely delivers with the Roy Pack. The first thing that stands out is the craftsmanship—everything feels dialed in and intentional. The stitching is flawless, the panels are clean, and the mix of Ecopak 400D and cactus leather gives it a premium feel without looking flashy. It has that modern, professional silhouette that fits right in at the office or on a business trip, without the dated vibe you get from old-school leather or Tumi bags.

Functionally, it’s just as impressive. The external laptop compartment makes airport security a non-issue, and it slides under an airplane seat with no problem. The luggage pass-through is a subtle but super useful touch. Even loaded up, the harness and back panel stay comfortable all day. If you care about build quality and smart design, this pack makes it an easy five stars.

I really wanted to get something for my partner that could hold a laptop, external monitor, water bottle, notebook, and a jacket. He has sensitive shoulders and finds most backpacks uncomfortable unless they have wide supportive straps. He was previously using a Brown Buffalo Conceal Pack which he really liked, but wanted something more structured for holding a water bottle and a more secure place to put an external monitor or tablet.

I bought the Roy pack and it ended up being the perfect bag for him-- the tech compartment is so thoughtfully arranged, and it fits everything he needs perfectly. It fits an external monitor and a laptop securely, with room for chargers and other small things. The main compartment fits a wide variety of EDC goods, but it's great that a water bottle fits securely. He cannot stop raving about how comfortable the bag is and how good it looks. It truly is the perfect bag for him.

The craftsmanship on the bag is insanely good - Marc puts his whole heart into the bags and it really shows! Every stitch is perfect - as a bagmaker I am in awe of Marc's design and sewing skills.

I can wholeheartedly recommend this bag for anyone who loves quality bags, needs to carry 2 laptops or a laptop and external monitor securely, or just wants the nicest looking EDC bag around. As a bonus you'll be supporting a really quality human as well!

I ordered the Roy backpack needing something to carry everywhere. My work is primarily IT, carrying two laptops, chargers, snacks, water, various dongles, notebook, pens, change of clothes for the gym, and WAY too many accessories (I like to be prepared 🤷‍♂️).

This bag carries all of that, plus an small compact umbrella and a 32oz hydroflask (interior water bottle holder comes in clutch). I also throw in a tote bag if I need to make a grocery run.

Everything feels so intuitive. The small pocket in the yoke fits my IPhone 14 mini even when it’s vertically so I imagine larger phones fit great laying sideways. I also throw in a small field notes notebook there and a pen with plenty of space to spare for flat things. The top grab handle feels great in hand, incredibly substantial. In the laptop pocket I fit my 16” MacBook Pro (2021) as well as a work Lenovo thinkpad 15” (but is much thicker than the MacBook). MacBook fits in the dedicated soft sleeve, my Lenovo in the other section that would also do great with keyboards, documents, folders, etc.. In this section I take full advantage of the two stretch pockets for my work keycards and badges, and a Magic Mouse.

In the main pocket there’s a surprising amount of space. Seriously. And each section packet full doesn’t seem to creep into other spaces in the bag. In here I keep everything mentioned above. I got the top pocket only option, fits my keys, deodorant stick, dry cologne, Leatherman MUT, a two battery banks, and a tiny first aid pouch.

Finally that outside vertical pocket. It’s big. I got the Velcro option so I can stow my pens, knife, mini screwdriver set, and have space for another full sized notebook and a small personal reading book.

This bag also carries FANTASTICALLY. I have a more athletic build and I have issues with bags rubbing the inside of my biceps (straps) and rubbing on my neck and this doesn’t do that. Actually it carries better than any of the other big hitters I’ve used (I won’t name names, but if you’re a Carryologist, you know). I carry too much honestly but this thing does it and carries it effortlessly. Best harness system I’ve ever used.

Materials? 10/10 Ecopak is my favorite over Ultra, Cordura or dyneema. And the cactus leather? Oh boy. Just forget leather. I have had leather bags but sometimes you make a mistake and put it down on something that even with the strongest saddle soap, won’t come out. I accidentally sat this in paint for a building exterior that was wet and was able to get it cleaned off easy. This looks like it will maintain that brand new look for a LONG long time.

10/10

5/5

Cannot wait to see what comes next from Marc.