Tom Bihn Synapse 19

By: Tom Bihn

Size Details Use Metric
Capacity	19L
Capacity per Weight	27.1L
Weight	0.7kg 1.5lbs	Low
Capacity per KgLbs	27.1 12.7	Low
Dimensions	41x29x21cm 16x11.4x7.9in
Cubic Space	24969cm³ 1440.96in³
Capacity Diff	5L	Avg

Airline Compatibility

✈️ 99% (197/199)

This bag can be used as a carry on in 99% of airlines.

Link to Manufacturer

Our Thoughts

Tom Bihn is a legendary carry-on maker so you know this bag is well made and has all the features you'll need.

Going with an established bag maker is always a great choice. A person named Tom Bihn started Tom Bihn over 40 years ago. 40 years of experience means this bag will hold up vs. the competitors. New carry-ons on Kickstarter won't have the same level of execution vs. an older company.

The Tom Bihn Synapse is one of the smaller one bags but still is enough for a 3-4 day trip. If you are flying on a more generous airline, consider the Synapse 25 for a little more space. 19L of capacity means you are fairly limited as to what you can pack.

👍 Reasons to Buy

Made from truly durable materials.
Minimalist design.
There are several add-ons available for this bag which makes it customizable according to your needs.

🤔 Things to Consider

Can pack less things considering it's volume is at 19 liters.
The placement of the water bottle pocket in the middle of the pack seems weird and inconvenient.

💬 Reviewers Have Said

"After going through about 8 different bags over the years, I finally found one that works."
"The 19 liters is just the right size for everything I need and then the stuff my kids want to add in for a trip or a run to the park. It is the most comfortable backpack I have owned. From the padded back to the shoulder straps, everything feels balanced just right when it is loaded up."

🔎 Reviews

Tom Bihn Synapse 19 Review
rmkoutdoors.com

"The Tom Bihn Synapse is a high quality, hand made, U.S. built daypack that will undoubtedly stand up to whatever I throw at it and continue to accompany me on my various adventures to come. "

Tom Bihn Synapse 19 — Comprehensive Review
pangolinswithpacks.com

"...on the performance side, it certainly delivers. Great organization and very sturdy....This bag is best suited for everyday carry. I can see people using as a light carry-on and maybe even some light hikes too..."

Features

Storage
Compression	N
Expanded Capacity	None
Opening	Other
Passport	front
Passthrough	N
Carry
Backpack	S
Frame	N
Handles	1
Hip Belt	R
Shoulder Strap	N
Sternum Strap	R
Inside
Laptop	15
Hydration	N
Main Compartments	6
Organizer	Y
Shoe Compartment	N
Outside
Lash Points	0
Hard Shell	False
Molle	N
Rain-fly	N
Water Bottle Holder	2
Water Resistant	Y
Material: 200 denier Halcyon/nylon ripstop fabric lining 400 denier nylon lower back

Compatible Airlines

Adria Airways, Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Aeroflot, Aerolineas Argentinas, Aeromexico, Aeropostal Alas de Venezuela, Air Asia, Air Astana, Air Baltic, Air Berlin (Closed), Air Canada, Air Caraibes, Air China, Air Europa, Air France, Air India, Air Koryo, Air Macau, Air Malta, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Niugini, Air Nostrum, Air Serbia, Air Seychelles, Air Tahiti, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Transat, Air Wisconsin, AirAsiaX, Aircalin, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, All Nipon Airways, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, American Eagle, ANA, Asiana Airlines, ATA Airlines, Atlas Global, Austrian, Avianca , Azerbaijan Airlines, Azul Airlines, Azul Linhas, Bahamasair, Bangkok Airways, Belavia, Biman Bangladesh, Blue Air, Boliviana de Aviacion, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Bulgaria Air, Cambodia Angkor Air, Cape Air, Caribbean Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Cayman Airways, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern, CommutAir, Conviasa, Copa Airlines, Croatia Air, Cubana de Aviacion, Czech Airlines, Delta Airlines, Dragonair, easyJet, EL AL, Emirates Airlines, Enter Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Eurowings, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Air, flybe, Frontier Airlines, Gol Linhas Aereas, Gulf Air, Hainan Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Iberia, Icelandair, Indigo, InselAir, Interjet, Iran Air, Iran Aseman Air, Island Air, Japan Airlines, Jet Airways, Jet2, jetBlue Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Asia, Juneyao Airlines, Kenya Airways, KLM, Korean Air, Kulula, Kuwait Air, LATAM , LC Perú, Liat Airlines, Linea Aerea Amaszonas, Lion Air Group, LOT Polish, Lufthansa, Luxair, Mahan Air, Malaysia Airlines, Mango, Meridiana Fly, Mesa Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Monarch Airlines, Nordwind Airlines, Norwegian, Oman Air, Onur Air, Pakistan International, Peach, Pegasus Airlines, PenAir, Philippine Airlines, Porter Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Ravn Alaska, Regional Express, Republic Airways, Royal Air Morocco, Royal Brunei Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Ryanair, S7, SAS Scandinavian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Scoot, Shandong Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, SilkAir, Silver Airways, Singapore Airlines, Sky Airlines, Skywest, Inc., South African Airways, Southwest Airlines, SpiceJet, Spirit Airlines, Spring Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Sun Country, Sun Express, Swiss Int'l Air Lines, TAAG Angola, TAM Airlines, TAP Air Portugal, TAROM, Thai Airways, Thomson Airways, Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190), Tianjin Airlines (E145), Tiger Airways, Trans States, Travel Service Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Turkmenistan Airlines, Ukraine International, United Airlines, Ural Airlines, uTair Airlines, Uzbekistan Air, Vietnam Airlines, VIM Airlines (Closed), Virgin America, Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Australia, Vivaaerobus, VivaColombia, Volaris, Volotea, WestJet, Wizz Air, WOW Airlines, Xiamen