TEARDROP Simple Pack
TEARDROP Simple Pack
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The Teardrop is a minimalist pack that can fill many different roles. With single compartment, wide-opening front, and heavy-duty premium YKK zipper with double pulls, this sturdy bag is light & convenient. Choice of adjustable web backpack straps or single web sling strap. Made in USA.
Specifications
| Dimensions |
|---|
| 14"H x 11"W x 4"D |
Features:
- Strap options: Adjustable web backpack straps OR single web sling strap
- Single compartment: Simple, spacious, no unnecessary complexity
- Wide-opening front: Easy access to everything inside
- Heavy-duty premium zipper: Double pulls for access from either direction
- Versatile design: Adapts to your day and your style
- Machine washable: Easy to clean
- Water-resistant: Protects your belongings
- Zero-Waste color way: Sustainable choice, made from smaller fabric pieces that would otherwise be discarded. Each one is a unique color combination.
- Made in USA: Handcrafted in Schenectady, New York
WHAT YOU CAN PACK IN IT:
The TEARDROP is a lightweight, minimalist everyday bag designed for fast grab-and-go carry when a full-sized backpack is too bulky. Measuring 14" H x 11" W x 4" D, its single main compartment features a wide-opening front and heavy-duty double-pull YKK zippers, allowing you to drop in and quickly access daily essentials.
Depending on how you use it, here is a guide to what fits inside:
📲 Everyday Carry & City Commute
Ideal for streamlining your daily load while running errands or navigating the city.
Tech & Entertainment:
iPad or tablet (up to 11" screens in a slim sleeve)
E-reader, paperback book, or a small journal
Compact power bank, charging cable, and wireless earbuds
Daily Necessities:
Full-size wallet, keys, and phone
Compact folding umbrella or sunglasses case
Small hand sanitizer, lip balm, and tissues
🏃 Light Day Trips, Walks & Sightseeing
Perfect for festivals, day walks, travel excursions, or minimalist outings.
Apparel & Weather Gear:
1 rolled rain shell, windbreaker, or light hoodie
Packable sun hat or beanie and light gloves
Refreshments & Snacks:
Standard 16–20 oz water bottle (stored horizontally or laid flat across the base)
Energy bars, fruit, or small snacks
🎨 Kids & Hobby Carry
A simple, accessible size for younger users or specialized hobby gear.
School / Activity Essentials:
Small spiral notebooks, sketchbooks, and a pencil case
A light change of clothes (shirt and shorts)
Travel games, small toys, or a compact camera
💡 Pro-Packing & Usage Tips:
1. Unzip Wide for Full View: The front panel zips down wide, making it easy to lay flat-ish to see and retrieve items at the very bottom without digging around.
2. Double-Pull Zipper Security: Keep the double zipper pulls at the top center for quick access, or pull them to one side to grab gear while swinging the bag around your shoulder.
3. Keep Flat Items Against the Back: Place tablets, notebooks, or hardback books against the back panel first to create a flat, comfortable surface against your back
The Tough Traveler Difference
Since 1970, we've been making bags the right way in Schenectady, New York. The Teardrop represents our commitment to the everyday small pack that replaces a lifetime of disposable daypacks. When you choose American-made, you're choosing bags built by people who take pride in their craft.
Hand-Crafted in the USA since 1970
As recommended in BUSINESS TRAVELER MAGAZINE, Aug 2024: "The Best American-Made Luggage Pieces"
The Tough Traveler Story
In 1970, Mark Goldstein—an avid outdoorsman and military veteran—couldn't find a backpack that matched the durability of his military-issued gear or the comfort he needed for long treks. So he designed his own.
Working from his Schenectady apartment, Mark hand-sewed backpacks with tough materials and innovative designs. When fellow outdoorsmen saw his work, they wanted their own. Tough Traveler was born.
More than 50 years later, we're still family-operated and still manufacturing every bag in that same Schenectady community. In 2019, we represented New York at the White House Made in America Product Showcase—proof that Mark's commitment to uncompromising quality and American craftsmanship still defines everything we make.
Every bag we sew today carries that original mission: build it tough enough to last decades, comfortable enough to carry every day.
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Premium American-Made TEARDROP Simple Pack
Professional-grade everyday carry gear > compact technical packs > made in usa minimalist daypacks crafted in Schenectady, NY with heavy-duty 1000 denier Cordura fabric and YKK zippers. Built to withstand extreme conditions with reinforced stitching and premium materials that professionals trust.
Made in USA Excellence: Over 50 years of American manufacturing expertise ensures superior quality control, environmental standards, and craftsmanship that imported alternatives cannot match. Each piece represents lasting value and durability.
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