Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 30 reviews.
The CITADEL_R3 25 EMBERTEX™ PFAS FREE - JET BLACK is a thoughtfully designed, stylish, and durable backpack with a structured, weatherproof shell. It features ergonomic shoulder straps, a contoured back-panel, and a quick access pocket. However, some customers find the pockets to be narrow and hard to use.
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"Great bag, solid material and construction. The shipping came in in a box so no scratching, but the bag was in a slightly compress state in the box causing the water proof zipper to be slightly folded in on the corners, will take some time to buff them out on regular use."
"The best commute backpack for all your needs!!tons of pockets with american quality products. excellent customer service and warranty!"
"Allora però dal fatto che mi avevano fatto un rimborso del mio primo zaino acquistato da loro ora mai nel l’untano 2015 dopo 10anni di uso, svariati voli, lo zaino ha iniziato a cedere, me lo hanno fatto cambiare con la 3za generazione, bello capiente come sempre zero imperfezioni, comodissimo anche a pieno carico, impermeabile e fa suo sporco lavoro, spero altre tanto che mi duri altri 10 anni come minimo."
"It is a bit heavy and has quite a few pockets but once you get used to the "flow" of the bag its insanely usable. I have my work keys on the magnetic key ring and store all my accessories in the top outside pocket. Even with everything i need for work I have tons of space inside so it will make for a great weekend bag when needed. Thanks Black Ember for keeping the Citadel line amazing!"
"great aesthetics, awesome construction, and a rigid constructed frame serves for a great travel bag on flights and weekend vacations"
"I've had this bag for 2 weeks now, using it for work and air travel. I love it so far. It has a very cool minimalist 'stealth' look, is a good size with practical pockets (not having too many for the sake of it), and very comfortable. One of the reasons I bought this was the 50cm length - I'm 6"4 tall and it fits great, unlike a lot of other backpacks. It also has a luggage carry which is a little tight to get on, but once on the bag stays pretty solid (just hope it doesn't add wear to the back padding over time). I also bought an extra side handle so it's easy to hold the backpack laterally when putting it on a suitcase. Overall I love this bag - very happy"
"This bag has a premium feel, using high quality, durable material that is instantly noticeable out of the box. The minimalistic and sleek design makes it pleasing to look at and very functional. The laptop compartment is second to none, providing elevated support to protect from hard set downs while having plenty of space for me to carry two laptops at 15 and 16 inches. Pair this bag with tech organizers or clothing packs and everything is organized right where you need it. Black Ember and this bag has gained me as a long term customer."
"Exceeds expectations. If you’re looking for a really tough utility urban travel backpack… look no further than. I would give more stars if possible. Excellent storage, great zippers and it hugs your back. Forget it’s there sometimes"
"I received my new backpack and I’m really enjoying it. It’s a solid piece of gear that happens to be really light and easy to use. Very thoughtful design. Room for everything. Great first impression!"
"I have tried other tech bags, but BLACK EMBER stands out as exceptional. It is almost perfect, and if I were to design a bag, it would look just like this. The choice of material is genius, and I'm excited to see future upgrades from BLACK EMBER Citadel's line. The design is very minimalist and stylish, which intrigues even the most tech-savvy individuals. The materials feel absolutely premium—100 percent. The bag fits perfectly on my back, and I particularly appreciate that it stands upright on its own. I also love the feature that the bag is highly water-resistant and that the design is incredibly functional. If I could suggest a few enhancements, I would recommend adding a faux-fur lining to the laptop compartment for extra care and security. This feature was a great addition in my previous tech bag and would add to the premium feel of this one. Additionally, an iPad compartment next to the laptop compartment would provide easy access and make it feel more protected than in the front side. Overall, this is a premium bag perfect for everyday carry (EDC). The longer I use it, the more I appreciate its thoughtful design. One final enhancement I would suggest is adding RFID protection to the pockets. Thank you for creating such a fantastic product! I'm looking forward to more innovative designs from the BLACK EMBER team."
