Alpaka Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition vs Alpaka Traverse Backpack (30L)
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition ($89) vs Alpaka Traverse Backpack (30L) ($199) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right sling bag.
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Alpaka
Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition
$89
Limited Edition
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Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Alpaka Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition | Alpaka Traverse Backpack (30L) |
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| Price | $89 | $199 |
| Weight | 320g | 1500g |
| Material | Ultradyne™ Polyethylene | X-Pac X42 |
| Resistance | Slash-resistant | — |
| Lining | "Momentum" internal | — |
| System | Lucky Patch compatible | — |
| Edition | Lunar New Year 2026 | — |
| Weight | 320g | 1500g |
| Capacity | — | 30L |
| Fits | — | a 16" MacBook Pro / clamshell opening |
| Carry | — | Backpack |
Pros & Cons
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition
- Ultradyne™ — best slash-resistance in sling class
- Lucky Patch modular front panel
- Momentum lining stabilizes contents in motion
- Lightweight at 320g for slash-resistant material
- Limited edition Lunar New Year colorway
- Limited run — restocking unlikely
- Ultradyne less supple than nylon over time
- $89 is mid-premium for sling category
Alpaka Traverse Backpack (30L)
- 30L one-bag travel capacity
- Clamshell suitcase opening
- X-Pac X42 weatherproof shell
- Large for daily carry
- Premium price
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 — Horse Edition is the better value at $89. Both are part of our curated sling bag index — tap through to check current pricing.