# Protective Urbanite Essential Packs The Bellroy Apex Backpack is Made with Recycled Baida Nylon By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-02-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-apex-backpack References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/essential-bag/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thegadgetflow+%28Gadget+Flow%29) & [bellroy](https://bellroy.com/products/apex-backpack/baida_nylon/onyx#slide-14?utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_medium=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) The [Bellroy Apex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-transit-carryon) Backpacks a protective accessory for urbanites who are in need of a way to keep all of their essential gear stowed in a stylish manner when going about their daily routine. The pack is crafted with recycled Baida Nylon in the mix along with environmentally certified leather and features space for up to 26-liters of gear with a weight of just 1.4-kilograms. A series of stretch pockets within the pack enable gear of all kinds to be easily stowed, while dual-access zippers along with magnetic buttons allow for intuitive access to items inside. The Bellroy Apex Backpack features a main compartment that can be completely opened whenever required to allow for items to be easily loaded or unloaded. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Backpacks:** Opportunity for companies to design and produce backpacks that use recycled materials and are environmentally sustainable. - **Smart and Intuitive Backpacks:** Room for innovation in designing backpacks with dual-access zippers, magnetic buttons, and other features that allow for intuitive access to items inside. - **Large Capacity Backpacks:** There is a demand for backpacks with space for up to 26-liters of gear while still remaining lightweight. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Lifestyle:** Companies in the fashion and lifestyle industry can capitalize on the trend of eco-friendly and smart backpacks. - **Outdoor and Adventure:** There is an opportunity for companies in the outdoor and adventure industry to design backpacks that have a large capacity while still being lightweight and durable. - **Technology:** There is potential for technology companies to innovate and produce smart backpacks that cater to the needs of urbanites while also being eco-friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Functional Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-duffle-collection.md) - [Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nectrum-wingpack.md) - [Functional Comfort-Focused Briefcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-briefcase.md) - [Sustainably Functional Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-apex-everyday-tote.md) - [Minimalist Commuter Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-commuter-backpack.md) - [Versatile 30L Travel Back Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30l-travel-pack.md) - [Carbon Neutral Sustainable Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/38l-hybrid-duffle-pack.md) - [Robust Recycled Hiker Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultralight-hiking-backpack.md) - [Urbanite EDC Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kifaru-backpacks.md)