All-rounder backpack for aggressive mountain play
An active daypack with a high center of gravity design and shoulder pockets. Not only for trail running, but also for day hiking and overnight with lightweight equipment, it is characterized by flexibility that expands the frame of play.
Aggressive all-rounder
ALL-ROUND MODEL
The popular model RUSH 20 has undergone a proper evolution, focusing on the usability and balance of a daypack size.
HIGH CENTER OF GRAVITY
Achieved ideal balance and carrying comfort with the RUSH's unique high center of gravity design. Since there is a strong sense of unity between the body and the pack, you won't feel the weight while running, and it also reduces uncomfortable shaking.
Fitting
SHOULDER ADJUSTERS
The infinitely adjustable shoulder harness is designed to fit runners of various body types. It includes foam for comfort on the shoulders.
CHEST STRAPS
The upper and lower chest straps enhance the sense of unity with the pack. Buckles with whistles are used for emergencies.
BOTTLE POCKETS
The upper section of the harness has a pocket that can store a 500cc bottle, and a drawcord holds the bottle in place.
SNACK POCKETS
The lower section has a pocket with a drawcord, suitable for storing snacks, gels, or a smartphone.
TABLET POCKET
Small pockets have been added to the upper part. They are convenient for storing shot supplements and other small items.
BOTTOM POCKET
Improvements have been made by such as enlarging the folded opening part to make it easier to take things out and harder to fall out.
MAIN ACCESS
The main body has a large opening zipper for easy access.
TOP POCKET
Top pocket designed to hold a headlight. Once you get used to it, you can access it while still carrying it.
DESIGNER'S VOICE
At Paago Works, we call this cycle “Product Communication.” We believe in the power of the conversations that come from our products, and it’s those conversations that help us create new ones. That’s how we think things should be made.
This project was a perfect example of Product Communication at work. I won’t dive into all the details here—those will be in the “Behind the Scenes” section on our website—but let’s just say this project was all about listening to user feedback, making tons of prototypes, and running lots of tests. We had 10 unique and passionate runners test the gear in the field, listened to their feedback, and made tweaks to the samples. After going through this process over and over, I ended up hand-making more than 150 prototypes. In the early stages, I made backpacks that didn’t even look like the RUSH, and by the end, I was making such tiny adjustments that even I could barely tell the difference. Looking back, it was pretty wild!
But here’s what I realized during all this: the RUSH I designed isn’t just “my RUSH” anymore—it’s “everyone’s RUSH.” I thought I was making it for everyone, but really, everyone’s input was what drove me to create it. That’s why I came up with the phrase “Designed by the runners” as a way to say thanks.
So, let’s grab our RUSH and get out there.
Let’s pack and go!
Tetsu Saito, Designer
PAAGOWORKS
Apr. 3, 2023
斎藤 徹 2023/4/3
- Size
- 430×280×200mm
- Capacity
- 19L
- Weight
- 450g
- Fabric
- Nylon mesh