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Alpaka Bravo X Sling V2 vs Alpaka The Protocol Backpack

Alpaka Bravo X Sling V2 ($119) vs Alpaka The Protocol Backpack ($279) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling.

Alpaka Bravo X Sling V2
Alpaka
Bravo X Sling V2
$119
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Alpaka The Protocol Backpack
Alpaka
The Protocol Backpack
$279
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAlpaka Bravo X Sling V2Alpaka The Protocol Backpack
Price$119$279
Weight585g1500g
Capacity6L—
Fitsup to an 11" iPad Pro—
MaterialAxogrid 300D / X-Pac—
CarrySling—
Weight585g1500g (52.91 oz, Alpaka product page)
Pros & Cons

Alpaka Bravo X Sling V2

  • 6L fits an 11" iPad Pro
  • Tough Axogrid / X-Pac fabric
  • Mid-size versatility
  • No full laptop fit
  • Premium for a sling

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack

  • Padded laptop compartment
  • dedicated space for handheld console and headphones
  • UrAvgConsumer collaboration
  • 1500g empty is heavy
  • $279 is premium pricing
Alpaka Bravo X Sling V2 is the better value at $119. Both are part of our curated sling index — tap through to check current pricing.
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