A letter from the founder
You told us what wasn't good enough. Here are the nine things we changed, and why I think the 2.0 is now the best sling out there.
“Version one was good. Good wasn't the goal.”
— Miika, Founder of Concept GlobalIn 2023 we launched the original Travel Sling Bag. It became our bestseller faster than I expected. And people didn't only take it on trips. They wore it to the gym, on errands, on hikes and on the commute.
Then the feedback came in. I read the reviews myself. You wanted it tougher, more secure and made from better materials. The plastic buckle came up again and again, and you were right about it.
So we went back to the drawing board. Below is everything we changed, and why I think it makes the 2.0 the best sling you can buy.
— Miika
Founder, Concept GlobalTLDR · Every change in 2.0 fixes something real owners told us about. 👇
The original worked, and thousands of people still use it. But owners kept asking for more durability, better security and better materials.
Most brands would change the colour and call it new. We changed the materials, the strap, the buckle, the zippers and the pockets. I think that's what makes the 2.0 the best sling out there: thousands of owners helped shape it.
“I'd rather fix it while people still like it.” — Miika
The 2.0 is made from 500D nylon, the same class of material used in high-end outdoor gear. It's tougher and more weather-resistant than before.
Rain on a city break, a gym floor, a dusty trail. It's water-resistant and built to last years, not months.
Thieves don't only pickpocket anymore. They slash and grab: one cut, and the bag is gone.
A steel cable runs inside the strap, so that doesn't work. You won't feel it when you wear it. You'd only notice it if someone tried.
I'll be honest: the old plastic buckle was the weak point of the 1.0. It's gone.
The 2.0 has a three-point locking buckle. It keeps the bag secure and won't snap under pressure.
“The old buckle was the one review I couldn't argue with.” — Miika
We added a pocket on the back panel, against your body. It's for cash, cards, a passport or anything you want completely out of sight.
Nobody can get to it without you noticing.
Many bags print "RFID" on the tag and stop there. Ours is lined with a tested RFID-blocking fabric, and we publish its specs so you can check them.
In plain terms, the lining blocks the signal card skimmers use. Your cards, passport and ID stay protected from unauthorised scans.
See colours and sizesYKK zippers run throughout, so they're smooth and don't split. The main compartment has zipper locks.
Inside, there's a key clip, so you're not digging for keys at the door. These are the parts you'll notice every single day.
“Nobody writes a review about a zipper that works. That's the point.” — Miika
We designed it for travel. Owners proved it's an everyday bag: the gym, errands, the commute, a hike. 300,000+ customers carry one.
It comes in four colours: Black, Olive Green, Natural Beige and Blaze Orange. The orange is new, for people who'd rather be seen. Nothing on it shouts "security bag", and that's on purpose.
“I carry the Regular most days. If you're unsure, so do most people.” — Miika
Why I still carry one
“I built the bag I wanted to carry. Then I kept fixing it.”
Concept Global started in Finland. From the beginning, every change has had to earn its place. The 2.0 is the version I'm proudest of, and it's the one I carry.
Field Reports · 4.7/5.0 · 2,877 reviews
"Great bag, super practical, inconspicuous yet always there. I wish I'd bought one years ago."
"I have been searching for a safe travel bag for 2 years and never found what I was looking for — either too bulky, too ostentatious or too small. This is perfect."
"I looked for a while before I found these travel sling bags. My priority was the cable in the strap, locking zippers, and a space to keep my credit cards protected. Extremely well made and fits comfortably."
"Perfect size, perfect fit. Keeps the important things safe, close, and easily accessible. The locking clasp is a must, the wire in the strap is unnoticeable, the scan protection liner a must."
Almost everything. Tougher 500D nylon, a steel-cable strap, a three-point locking buckle instead of the plastic clip, a hidden back pocket, an RFID-blocking lining with a published spec, YKK zippers with zipper locks, and an internal key clip.
Mini fits a phone, keys, passport, cables and a power bank. Regular adds room for snacks, sunglasses, a bulky wallet, a small water bottle or a mini tablet. Max fits an 11" iPad, over-ear headphones or a notebook. If you're unsure, go Regular. Most people do.
A steel cable runs inside the strap. It's there to stop slash-and-grab theft, where someone cuts the strap and runs.
Yes. The strap adjusts up to 130 cm, the bag sits close to your body, and we chose a strap material that's soft on skin.
It has the things cheap slings skip: a steel-cable strap, a locking buckle and zipper locks, a hidden back pocket, an RFID lining with a published spec, 500D nylon and YKK zippers.
You have 60 days to send it back for a full refund. It's also covered by a 2-year warranty, and every order ships with tracking.
One last thing, from Miika
If you've read this far, you probably have a trip, or a busy season, coming up.
Whatever bag you choose, check three things before you go: the strap, the buckle and the zippers. That's where most slings cut corners.
If you choose ours, I'd love to hear where it takes you.
— Miika
Founder, Concept Global60-day money-back guarantee · 2-year warranty · Free shipping over $90
