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Alpaka Momentum Backpack vs Alpaka Metro Sling V2

Alpaka Momentum Backpack ($159) vs Alpaka Metro Sling V2 ($59) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right backpack.

Alpaka Momentum Backpack
Alpaka
Momentum Backpack
$159
Ultralight
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Alpaka Metro Sling V2
Alpaka
Metro Sling V2
$59
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAlpaka Momentum BackpackAlpaka Metro Sling V2
Price$159$59
Weight700g280g
Capacity22L—
LaptopFits 16" MacBook Pro—
MaterialAxodyne compositeAxoflux 300D
WeatherWeatherproof—
Weight700g280g
ColorsBlack, GrayBlack, Army Green, Blue, Gray, Olive Green
Also in—X-Pac X42, X-Pac VX42
Released—First listed 2024-05-31
Pros & Cons

Alpaka Momentum Backpack

  • 22L fits a 16" MacBook Pro
  • Axodyne — weatherproof + ultralight
  • Clean urban silhouette
  • Full-day commuter capacity
  • Lighter than nylon packs
  • Weight is approximate — verify
  • Premium price
  • Minimalist organization

Alpaka Metro Sling V2

  • 280 g as published on ALPAKA's page
  • Axoflux 300D
  • Covered by ALPAKA's warranty
  • Sold direct from ALPAKA, so no easy price comparison
Alpaka Metro Sling V2 is the better value at $59. Both are part of our curated backpack index — tap through to check current pricing.
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