The best way to explain the difference is Knack took the outside organizational pockets on the Series 1 and put them on the inside for the Series 2. So the Series 2 has one utility pocket for pens, cards, phone, glasses, etc. and the back pack section pocket for tablets, cords, and chargers, etc. Whereas the Series 1 has outside access to a sunglass/phone pocket, a cord/charger pocket, and a utility pocket. It really comes down to personal taste. Some customers like the multiple pockets on the Series 1 and some don't. The only other differences are small. The Series 2 has a side handle so you can carry it like a briefcase and the Series 1 doesn't. The utility pockets for each style are also set up differently. If you would like a deeper discussion, please check out our blog Series 2 Blog.
Knack Pack Features
Would you give a quick recap of the difference between the Series 1 and Series 2 Knack Packs?
I can't find the zipper that expands the suitcase section of my knack pack. where is it?
The zipper pull for the expandable suitcase section sits underneath the rain flap at the bottom of the Knack Pack. We gave this zipper pull a longer cord pull, to make it easier to find. For an illustration of the zipper location go to Welcome To Your Knack.
i want to keep my valuables safe. are knack packs equipped with locking zippers?
Yes! In our newest Knack Pack, we have locking zippers on the main back pack compartment and the hidden, expandable travel compartment. With these zippers, you will be able to use metal, cord or cable locks to keep your valuables safe while you travel.
i would like a computer/business/travel backpack in a color besides black. what do you have?
Our current product line includes colors selected by Knackpackers and our social media fans! Series 2 Small is available in Midnight Black. Medium Series 2 is available in Midnight Black, Alloy Gray, Steel Blue and Olive, and the Large Series 2 is available in Midnight Black and Alloy Gray. Medium Series 1 is offered in Indigo Blue, Stealth Black and Savile Gray, and our Large Series 1 Knack Packs are available in Stealth Black and Savile Gray. Additionally, we are looking forward to dropping a few limited edition colors from time to time throughout the year. Your best bet at getting a shot at a limited edition color is to sign up to receive our emails at knackbags.com (early bird, worm ...you know what you gotta do).
I know the original knack pack did not have a sleeve for a roller bag handle. Does your current version have one?
Yes! We weren’t joking when we said we reviewed all of our customers’ comments and suggestions with our design team. While Knackpackers love living a One Bag Life, sometimes they have to travel with a large rolling suitcase but still want to bring their Knack Pack with them. So now, our Small, Medium, and Large Knack Packs have a hidden trolley sleeve to slip over the handle of a roller bag and give you another way to carry your backpack. You will find more information here: Welcome To Your Knack.
now that Knack Packs have a trolley sleeve for my roller bag handle, where do i stow the shoulder straps?
All 3 sizes of the Knack Pack still have the pocket for stowing away your shoulder straps. The Large Knack Pack has a back pocket to enclose the shoulder straps. Just unhook the straps at the base of the bag and stow them in the pocket. For the Small and Medium, you can unhook the shoulder straps at the base of the bag and tuck them right into the trolley sleeve. If you would like to see how to stow your straps, check out the following page: Welcome To Your Knack.
Are Knack Packs TSA Laptop Checkpoint Friendly?
Our bags are not Laptop TSA Checkpoint Friendly. We think that undoing a simple side zip and pulling out the laptop is easier than unzipping the whole bag and opening it up. That said, we’ve had quite a few customers tell us that TSA employees love our Knack Pack and ask to see all the bells and whistles. Gotta love a bag that wins over TSA employees!
do knack packs protect my credit cards from remote reading?
Yes; rest assured that your passport and credit cards are safe. Place them in the front triangle pocket and our RFID blocking fabric protects your RFID chip cards and passport from unwanted skimming.
now that the sternum straps is removable, where do you recommend storing it when not in use?
It depends on how often you plan on using it. If you are taking it on and off pretty regularly, keep it handy: use either the front sunglass pocket or front triangle pocket. If you rarely use the sternum strap, put it in one of the main compartment’s mesh pockets. That way you know you always have it with you when you need it.
i just got a new computer. is it really going to be safe in the knack pack laptop sleeve?
Absolutely. The computer sleeve is located against the back panel of the backpack. This means on one side your computer has a memory foam cushion (night night little laptop) and on the interior side the lining has a full layer of padding. To cover you for those times you drop your bag (#%&it happens) we have added a false bottom in the computer sleeve. We’ve done the hard part. All you have to do is zip up the computer sleeve and you are good to go.
