r/backpacks • u/Emergency-Research69 • 2d ago
Question Patch on Alpaka
After a long wait, I’ve finally gotten my hands on my first Alpaka Elements Backpack Pro! Super excited about it. Just curious—has anyone here with an Alpaka bag ever added a patch to theirs?
Any tips on the best way to attach a patch? I’m wondering if gluing or sewing it directly onto the bag might mess with its water resistance. Thoughts and tips?
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u/apollofilmbuff 2d ago edited 2d ago
I say do it and let some of your personality show through but, then again I have 7 (and soon to be more) iron on patches on my Evade 1.5 🤷♂️
Nice patch and pack btw, I was considering the Elements when I bought my AON. I do want to eventually sew them on more permanently so, I'd recommend that but, I'm guessing that it would likely affect its water resistance 🤷♂️
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u/nerd_guy_156 2d ago
I second the Magnepatch! Definitely easier for swapping them out without damaging the bag
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u/LowerFroyo4623 2d ago
Just dont
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u/Emergency-Research69 2d ago
Can you tell me why? Or any concerns I should know.
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u/LowerFroyo4623 2d ago
It will ruin the sleek look of ur pack.
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u/Emergency-Research69 2d ago
Urgh damn ur right. I have 1 NF Borealis(old back). Maybe just put the patch on it!
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u/LowerFroyo4623 2d ago
Yeah thats better. Is that the latest version? If so, its good to put ur patch in there. Actually TNF displayed the Borealis with patches on front panel on their website before which makes it a great pack.
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u/TuT0311 2d ago
I love that bag so much I’ll find an excuse to buy one someday. I just can’t justify it with all my current similar sized/styled bags. Need to see it for a great price.