TLDR
The Paramour backpack blends everyday functionality with a clean, modern design, ideal for carrying essentials from work to weekend. With a 3D front pocket, a spacious main compartment, a padded laptop pocket, and multiple organizational features, it’s crafted to keep you prepared wherever you go.
Full Description
Walk through the features of the Paramour.
3D Front Pocket
This 9.5" x 13" x 3" / 240mm x 330mm x 75mm pocket has a two dividers that vertically section this pocket into 3 distinct sections! The middle section has a grommet in the bottom to drain any little spill that might happen with your water bottle.
Edgeless EV50 1/2" Shoulder Strap
A bigger bag means bigger straps. Like the Paragon (and unlike the Paradigm), this comes with the innovative Edgeless straps first pioneered on our Syniks.
Soft and conforming, no matter how much you put in your Paramour these straps won't ever let you down, run around, or desert you.
Smooth Back Panel
Like the Paragon, this features a smooth back panel in the same material and color as the exterior color chosen for the rest of the bag with a comfy closed-cell foam back panel.
Padded Device Pocket
The Paramour's padded device pocket is enough padding to hug your device up against your back and keep it in place and protected from the rest of what's in your bag but low profile enough that if you aren't using a device, it won't get in the way but it will provide some additional padding on your back.
It's an open-top, minimalist design made with the same foam laminate that lines our Caches. Fits the 16" Macbook Pro, Dell XPS 17", and anything smaller than those.
Grab Handle
A simple webbing grab handle for hoisting your bag to your shoulders, hanging it on a hook, or carry it around the room. Simple, strong, and a constant friend.
What's Included
We include the following accessories to give you a good amount of options for your new bag right out of the gate.
One 8-inch Black Webbing Snaphook/Snaphook Key Strap
A Key Strap is a strip of webbing with plastic snaphooks on the end. The 8” Key Strap in Black that’s included in most of our larger bags is, for many, the gateway to a world of organization via Key Straps and Organizer Pouches. All the members of the Key Strap family are intended to make locating things in your bag easier and more instinctive. Pulling out a small item or pouch tethered to a strap is easier than rooting around aimlessly in the depths of your pack; you can also rest assured that anything hooked to a strap is much less likely to fall out or otherwise be left behind. You can find more Key Strap colors and varieties on the Key Strap page.
A Set of Black Zipper Pulls
Some folks prefer metal zipper pulls. Others prefer cord pulls. So, what to do about that? We think the best solution (in most cases) is to offer metal pulls and include a starter pack of Cord Pulls with most bags.
One Sternum Strap Assembly and One Gatekeeper Waist Strap
Adjustable and removable sternum and waist straps with leave-no-trace hardware: if you don't like or don't use your sternum strap, remove it and leave (almost) nothing behind.
This 9.5" x 13" x 3" / 240mm x 330mm x 75mm pocket has a two dividers that vertically section this pocket into 3 distinct sections! The middle section has a grommet in the bottom to drain any little spill that might happen with your water bottle.
A bigger bag means bigger straps. Like the Paragon (and unlike the Paradigm), this comes with the innovative Edgeless straps first pioneered on our Syniks.
Soft and conforming, no matter how much you put in your Paramour these straps won't ever let you down, run around, or desert you.
Like the Paragon, this features a smooth back panel in the same material and color as the exterior color chosen for the rest of the bag with a comfy closed-cell foam back panel.
The Paramour's padded device pocket is enough padding to hug your device up against your back and keep it in place and protected from the rest of what's in your bag but low profile enough that if you aren't using a device, it won't get in the way but it will provide some additional padding on your back.
It's an open-top, minimalist design made with the same foam laminate that lines our Caches. Fits the 16" Macbook Pro, Dell XPS 17", and anything smaller than those.
A simple webbing grab handle for hoisting your bag to your shoulders, hanging it on a hook, or carry it around the room. Simple, strong, and a constant friend.
We include the following accessories to give you a good amount of options for your new bag right out of the gate.
One 8-inch Black Webbing Snaphook/Snaphook Key Strap
A Key Strap is a strip of webbing with plastic snaphooks on the end. The 8” Key Strap in Black that’s included in most of our larger bags is, for many, the gateway to a world of organization via Key Straps and Organizer Pouches. All the members of the Key Strap family are intended to make locating things in your bag easier and more instinctive. Pulling out a small item or pouch tethered to a strap is easier than rooting around aimlessly in the depths of your pack; you can also rest assured that anything hooked to a strap is much less likely to fall out or otherwise be left behind. You can find more Key Strap colors and varieties on the Key Strap page.
A Set of Black Zipper Pulls
Some folks prefer metal zipper pulls. Others prefer cord pulls. So, what to do about that? We think the best solution (in most cases) is to offer metal pulls and include a starter pack of Cord Pulls with most bags.
One Sternum Strap Assembly and One Gatekeeper Waist Strap
Adjustable and removable sternum and waist straps with leave-no-trace hardware: if you don't like or don't use your sternum strap, remove it and leave (almost) nothing behind.
Still Have Questions?
- emailus@tombihn.com
- Call 1-800-729-9607
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Materials
Exterior
bluesign® certified High-Tenacity 630 denier Ballistic nylon
Interior
bluesign® and OEKO-TEX® certified 200 denier Halcyon/nylon ripstop
— or —
bluesign® certified 210 denier Cerylon 6,6 Ripstop nylon
Zippers
2x #8 YKK Raquet-Coil Water-Repellent Zipper
Back
Closed-cell foam
Straps
Edgeless EV50 1/2” / 12mm shoulder straps (EVAZOTE® OEKO-TEX® foam)
Device Pocket
.25" / 6 mm thick foam padding laminated between black, heavy-duty polyester knit and brushed tricot
Other Components
Duraflex®, Nexus, and Woojin buckles and related components
Specs
Dimensions
13.4" (w) x 17.9" (h) x 10.0" (d) / 340 (w) x 455 (h) x 255 (d) mm
Weight
1 lb 10.8 oz / 760 grams
Volume
21 liters / 1280 cu. in. (ASTM Standard Measure)
Device Compartment
14.09" x 9.68" x 0.64" / 357.9mm x 245.9mm x 16.2 mm
Total O-Rings
4 (2 in the main compartment, 2 in the front pocket)
- Geoff C.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, High Quality Finishings19 hours agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, High Quality FinishingsRated 5 out of 5 starsPerfect size backpack for everyday, even with a large laptop
This is the perfect size backpack to carry every day. In addition to the suspended laptop sleeve, it is just large enough to fit a 17" laptop without needing to stretch the bag or stress the zipper. The water bottle pocket in the front center pocket gets heavily used, and the drainage hole is a super thoughtful addition (even though I've never had to use it).
My favorite part, however, is the fact that two Cubelets (or one Cubelet and one vertical packing cube) can fit side-by-side in the main compartment, one attached to each of the internal rings, and the bag lays perfectly flat with no bulge in the middle. The structure of the bag when loaded like this is downright pleasant to carry. Also the carry handle doesn't cause the bag to fold in thirds like other handles do. There's enough structure to be able to pick up a moderately-loaded bag via the carry handle with one finger with the bag keeping its shape. I love this bag.
Was this helpful? - Nancy S.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Good Storage Size3 weeks agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Durable, Good Storage SizeRated 5 out of 5 starsAptly named
The Paramour is useful as well as ornamental, and commands notice from individuals with a discerning eye. Like its name, it is a bag you will love.
Was this helpful? - BROOKE T.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Easily Adjustable3 weeks agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Easily AdjustableRated 5 out of 5 starsThumbs up
I searched for awhile to find just the right work backpack. My job requires me to carry some unique objects and I was having trouble finding the right pockets. The design of this bag is great!
Was this helpful? - Dick H.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Sewn in USA, Comfortable, Compact, Good Storage Size1 month agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Sewn in USA, Comfortable, Compact, Good Storage SizeRated 5 out of 5 starsGreat Carryon
Holds much more than I would have thought. Great under the seat personal item on flights.
Was this helpful? - Danielle C.Verified BuyerBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Sewn in USA, Good Storage Size1 month agoBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Sewn in USA, Good Storage SizeRated 5 out of 5 starsMy New Favorite Day Bag for Adventuring
I bought this bag specifically for a Disneyland trip. I wanted to try a new method of carrying at the theme park to dial in my experience. It worked so well! The bag easily carried all my necessary items including wallet, sunglasses, sunscreen, chapstick, 16oz Nalgene water bottle, & a light cardigan sweater when I wasn’t wearing it. The shoulder straps are super comfy, I had no complaints after a very full day at the park. I’m sure this mini backpack will perform extremely well as a beach bag, light hiking bag, or an every day carry bag for someone who needs a little more room than my favorite EDC the Side Kick. Beautiful build quality and easy zipper motion on the pulls. Very happy with my purchase!
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