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Alpaka The Protocol Backpack vs Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack ($279) vs Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) ($139) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.

Alpaka The Protocol Backpack
Alpaka
The Protocol Backpack
$279
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Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)
Alpaka
Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)
$139
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Spec-by-spec
SpecAlpaka The Protocol BackpackAlpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)
Price$279$139
Weight1500g230g
Weight1500g (52.91 oz, Alpaka product page)230g (0.5 lbs, sling only, Alpaka product page)
Capacity—4L
Dimensions—18 x 34 x 8 cm
Material—Clear X-Pac UX10, Axoflux 210D ripstop lining
Strap—80 to 140 cm adjustable
Includes—Micro pouch (35g) and carabiner
Pros & Cons

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 Aura Sling (Halloween Edition)

  • 230g for 4L
  • Weather-resistant X-Pac
  • Micro pouch and carabiner included
  • Two hidden zip pockets
  • Limited seasonal edition
  • The 230g does not include the 35g micro pouch
  • One colorway
Alpaka Aura Sling (Halloween Edition) is the better value at $139. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.
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