Bike backpacks for everyday use: Evoc expands its Commuting series

Doubly secured: the Commute A.I.R. Pro 18 airbag backpack

In the Commute A.I.R Pro 18 backpack, Evoc has installed an airbag in addition to a back protector for the first time. This is designed to provide the best possible protection not only for the spine, but also for the neck, shoulder, collarbone and chest areas in the event of a fall. The airbag system was developed in cooperation with Minerva-AS GmbH specifically for use in bicycle backpacks for everyday commuting to work, training centres or leisure activities.

How the airbag works in the rucksack

The system is activated and deactivated by closing an electric magnetic buckle on the chest strap, which was developed in collaboration with Fidlock. The USB-chargeable sensor system analyses the position and orientation of the rucksack up to 1,100 times per second. When the defined triggering conditions are reached, for example a fall, the airbag inflates in just 0.2 seconds and unfolds its full protective effect. This should reduce the force and braking acceleration acting on the person falling by up to 80 per cent.

The system is triggered mechanically by the explosion of an electric igniter. Once the airbag has been triggered and checked for damage, the system can be used again with a new cartridge.

Practical details of the commuter rucksack

The Evoc Commute A.I.R. Pro 18 has many practical details that are valuable on everyday journeys in addition to the safety plus:

• One laptop compartment with quick access from the side
• Mobile phone, glasses and organisation compartments
• an elasticated side pocket and
• a height-adjustable hip belt made from air-permeable and elasticated Flex material.

Evoc also offers an accommodating service: If the removable back protector is visibly damaged after an accident, it will be replaced free of charge.
Evoc Commute A.I.R. Pro 18 price: 900 euros, available from summer 2022

Other backpack models for everyday cyclists

Based on the Commute Airbag rucksack, Evoc has other rucksacks for commuters and city bikers in various features and sizes in its programme.

Commute Pro 22/Commute 22

The Commute Pro 22 backpack also includes a back protector to protect the spine. The features of the Commute Pro 22 and Commute 22 are designed for everyday city use, just like the airbag backpack: In addition to a mobile phone compartment and a 15" laptop compartment with quick side access, a glasses compartment and multifunctional fastening loops ensure easy organisation. The main compartment of the backpack with a volume of 22 litres can be opened wide and provides quick access to the contents. The 3D moulded back section is designed to ensure optimum ventilation and maximum comfort on the back. Reflective prints increase visibility and therefore safety in road traffic. Price: 230 euros.

Duffle backpacks

The Duffle Backpacks, which originally came from Evoc's Travel collection, are also suitable for everyday cycling. The waterproof backpacks are available with a volume of 16 and 26 litres. The PVC-free outer material keeps out rain showers and the volume of the main compartment adjusts to the amount of contents thanks to the variable aluminium hook fastener on the lid. Laptop, mobile phone and keys can be accessed via side pockets on the back. The duffle backpacks are available in grey, black and curry. Price: 140 Euro >> available at Bergfreunde.