# Durable Waterproof Backpacks The New Chrome Barrage Freight Backpack is Perfect for City Life By Grace Mahas | Published 2020-11-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrage-freight-backpack References: [chromeindustries](https://www.chromeindustries.com/product/barrage-cargo-backpack/BG-163.html) Chrome Industries recently expanded its portfolio with the introduction of the new Barrage Freight backpack. This bag boasts 34 - 38 liters of capacity (16L of extra capacity from the standard Barrage backpack) that's perfect for grocery shopping, [commuting to the office](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflected-bag), and any outdoor activity. It's built to accommodate a 15" [Macbook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kakao-friends-1) in the internal sleeve with additional room for chargers, books, and other needs. Plus, the bag boasts an adjustable external cargo net for larger loads allowing users to secure helmets, skates, and other items. The Chrome Barrage Freight Backpack boasts a tough [waterproof construction](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-tote) made from two layers – a welded-waterproof liner and a tough nylon shell – so users can fearlessly commute no matter the weather conditions. Image Credit: Chrome ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Waterproof Backpacks:** The introduction of the Chrome Barrage Freight backpack highlights the growing trend of durable waterproof backpacks for various activities. - **Increased Capacity:** The expansion of the Barrage backpack's capacity to 34 - 38 liters caters to the trend of consumers needing more space for their belongings during daily activities. - **External Cargo Net:** The adjustable external cargo net on the Barrage Freight backpack presents a trend of backpacks offering convenient ways to carry larger loads. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Retail:** The durable waterproof backpack trend opens up opportunities for outdoor retail companies to provide consumers with reliable and functional backpacks for adventures in different weather conditions. - **Urban Commuting:** The increased capacity and durable construction of the Chrome Barrage Freight backpack creates an innovation opportunity for the urban commuting industry to offer versatile and weather-resistant backpacks to city dwellers. - **Sports Equipment:** The presence of an adjustable external cargo net on the Barrage Freight backpack suggests a potential disruptive innovation for the sports equipment industry, providing a solution for athletes to easily transport and secure their gear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Intentionally Rustic Commuter Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterfield-designs-vitesse-backpack.md) - [Minimalist Commuter Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-commuter-backpack.md) - [A-Frame Commuter Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-plus-backpack.md) - [Lifestyle-Conscious Duffle Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackbriar-allaround-duffle-backpack.md) - [Outdoor Adventure Commuter Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-refugio-daypack-30l.md) - [Multimodal Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multimodal-waterproof-backpacks.md) - [Ultra-Lightweight Foldable Waterproof Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldable-waterproof-backpack.md) - [Consummate Carry-On Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-travel-backpack.md) - [Water-Ready Duffle Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zhik-submersible-duffel-bag.md)