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Summit 15 Backpack Sewing Guide

A minimalist low volume backpack, the SUMMIT15 is perfect for your adventures. The long easy-access zipper makes it an ideal crag bag or summit-bagging bag.
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Description

Sew your own commercial quality gear with beginner friendly instructions. “I can’t believe that is homemade”.

Ultra-sleek and build as durable as you need, the SUMMIT15 backpack is perfect for your adventures. Its minimalist design excels in tight spaces and reduces snag risks. It’s compact size demands efficient packing but rewards with a low profile ideal for climbing. While not designed for heavy loads or external gear, the SUMMIT15 shines in its lightweight, robust construction and versatile use beyond the crag. Perfect for day hikes, biking, or everyday carry.

Made from destroyed tents left behind from music festivals. Take your stuff home! Nearly every tent gets binned, even donated ones

15 Litre Capacity. Volume is calculated from fabric modelling software for accuracy.

Low Profile Shape to keep out of your way during activities

Simple Design. A perfect building block to add the features you need

Great First Backpack Project. Learn to sew zips and curved panels.

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Slim profile with scooped base to keep out of your way during activities

Front Panel Opening with long zip for easy access to the full bag contents.

Gentle S Shaped Straps. Simple, reliable shape and design. For fully featured straps with pockets see one of my thru hiking pack or trail running pack sewing guides

Wide front panel opening for easy access to everything
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Comprehensive Instructions

Every step is clearly illustrated and described, and packed with helpful tips

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Available in US Letter, A4, and large-format paper sizes, ready for immediate printing.

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/u/rakeif making a lot of great custom modifications for a large front pocket

/u/rakeif making a lot of great custom modifications for a large front pocket

/u/rakeif making a lot of great custom modifications for a large front pocket

/u/rakeif making a lot of great custom modifications for a large front pocket

/u/yellowaffectionate16 also making some great modifications

/u/yellowaffectionate16 also making some great modifications

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