# Roly-Poly Packs The Pangolian Bag is the Perfect Urban Backpack By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-11-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pangolin-bag References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/26101/) & [wannekes](http://www.wannekes.com/categorie/personal_accessories/product/urban_design_backpack_fair_trade_bags_men) Backpacks aren’t always cool, but they’re essential to get your stuff to work, especially if you work in an [urban environment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kifaru-backpacks). The Pangolian Bag is challenging the idea that the backpack can’t be cool. The makers of the Pangolian Bag created this apocalyptic accessory using [upcycled inner tubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-backpack) from trucks and attaching them together with a super rad looking nut. The sliding parts create a retractable shell. The underside of the Pangolian Bag forms to the shape of your back, making for an [ultra-comfortable wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apex-30). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycled Fashion:** The trend of utilizing discarded materials to create stylish accessories, like the Pangolian Bag, offers opportunities for sustainable fashion businesses to disrupt the industry. - **Urban Backpacks:** The increase in demand for stylish and practical backpacks for urban environments creates opportunities for businesses to innovate with new designs and materials like the Pangolian Bag. - **Retractable Bag Designs:** The unique sliding parts and retractable shell design of the Pangolian Bag suggest opportunities for businesses to create new and innovative packaging solutions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can benefit from upcycled materials, and innovative designs like the Pangolian Bag, to offer sustainable and attractive products. - **Urban Commuting:** As more people commute in urban environments, the demand for practical yet fashionable backpacks like the Pangolian Bag present opportunities for businesses to innovate. - **Packaging Industry:** Innovative retractable designs like the Pangolian Bag offer opportunities for businesses in the packaging industry to find new ways of making products easier to transport and more environmentally friendly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Camper Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bolotor-bolo-packs.md) - [Adaptable Three-in-One Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultix-outdoors-superpack.md) - [Tubular Supplemental Luggage Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jollying-messenger-bag.md) - [Ultra-Compact Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanobag-daypack.md) - [Customizable Expansion Traveler Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nectrum-wingpack.md) - [Tire-Carrying Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-backpack.md) - [Carbon Neutral Sustainable Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/38l-hybrid-duffle-pack.md) - [Outdoor Adventure Commuter Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-refugio-daypack-30l.md) - [Customizable Backpack-Style Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roller-travel-bag.md)