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"Bag feels strong and excellent quality! Plenty of compartments and ability to increase the capacity makes this very convenient product. Has so many extra features, able to transform from backpack to briefcase."
EMBERTEX PFAS-FREE : JET BLACK : 20L – 30L EXPANSION
FORGE 30 MAX EXPANDABLE TRAVEL BACKPACK
$ 375.00
$ 365.00
Built for city life with durable high tenacity nylon materials. Expands from 20L to 30L and comes with a lifetime warranty.
20L to 30L Expansion
One pack for daily carry and overnight
No PFAS
All forever chemicals removed from our supply chain
YKK Aquaguard Zippers
Polyurethane laminate keeps water out
T6 Aluminum Hardware
Aircraft-grade, designed and built in-house
3D Shoulder Straps
Two layer ergonomic straps shaped for all-day comfort
Lifetime Warranty
Backed for as long as you own it
Add-ons (sold separately)
Customize your setup with accessories designed around the way you carry.
$ 365.00
FORGE 30 EMBERTEX™ PFAS
FORGE 30 is the second edition of our ever popular weatherproof EDC and Travel Pack built...
$ 325.00FEATURES
- 3D ergonomic shoulder straps with a removable sternum strap
- Load lifters
- External fast access panel
- Separated and suspended built-in laptop sleeve
- FIDLOCK® magnetic key ring
- Hypalon theft-deterrent locking zipper pulls
- Luggage attachment strap
- Expansion compartment
- Butterfly back panel
- Optional magnetic compression straps with T6 aluminum hardware
- Optional shoulder strap sold separately
SPECIFICATIONS
SIZE
- Dimensional inches compressed: 18 x 12 x 8
- Dimensional inches expanded: 18 x 12 x 10
- Dimensional centimeters compressed: 46 x 31 x 20
- Dimensional centimeters expanded: 46 x 31 x 24
- Liters: 30
- 3D ergonomic shoulder straps with a removable magnetic sternum strap
- Separated and suspended laptop and tablet sleeve
- 13 inch tablet compatible
- 16 inch laptop compatible
- Base weight : 4 lbs, 1.8 kg
MATERIALS & COMPOSITION
- EMBERTEX™ PFAS FREE : 1220x600 Nylon 6
- 210 DENIER MATTE-SILVER RIPSTOP NYLON LINING
- DURABLE ELASTIC POWER MESH
- FIDLOCK® MAGNETIC KEY RING
- YKK® AQUAGUARD ZIPPERS
- AIRCRAFT-GRADE ANODIZED ALUMINUM + LASER ETCHED HARDWARE
- LASER-CUT + LASER-ETCHED HYPALON
- HYPALON THEFT DETERRENT LOCKING ZIPPER PULLS
WARRANTY & REPAIRS
All Black Ember products are backed by a lifetime guarantee to be free of defects in materials and construction.
We repair or replace any items found to be defective in materials and/or workmanship at no charge to you and we cover the cost of shipping as well. The warranty applies to the original owner only and does not cover normal wear-and-tear or abuse.
Designed for the daily grind. Ready to travel.
Your pack should adapt seamlessly to how you move. Engineered for the modern professional, our bags transition effortlessly from a sleek everyday office carry to an expanded travel pack for a multi-day trip. With designated, suspended protection for your laptop and intuitive internal layouts, it handles your changing cargo demands while maintaining a balanced, personalized fit all day.
Weatherproof by design. Protection for the city commute.
We build our packs to protect your gear from the unpredictable elements of daily transit. Using high-performance, water-resistant fabrics paired with premium YKK® AquaGuard zippers, our bags keep your laptops and essentials completely dry during a typical rainy city commute.Designed for peace of mind when the weather turns.
Advanced materials. Precision construction.
What sets our packs apart is how they are meticulously put together. Inside our state-of-the-art development facility, we use a proprietary high-precision construction process that permanently bonds layers of material before a single technical stitch is made. Paired with custom, in-house engineered hardware, this advanced manufacturing eliminates standard failure points to yield an exceptionally durable pack with a clean, structural aesthetic.
Three ways to carry
Adapt your carry to whatever the day demands. Switch effortlessly between a streamlined technical backpack, a clean shoulder messenger, and a professional briefcase with hideaway shoulder straps. One versatile design, built to fit your commute, meetings, and everything in between.
Unlimited scale
Start compact at 20 liters, then unzip the hidden expansion compartment to instantly increase capacity to 30 liters. Make room for packing cubes, dopp kits, extra layers, and daily essentials without sacrificing a streamlined profile when you’re traveling light.
ONE PACK. EVERY JOURNEY.
Ready for Whatever Comes Next
Designed to move seamlessly between work, travel, and everyday carry, the FORGE 30 MAX combines expandable storage, durable materials, and purposeful organization in one refined pack.
Modular By Design
Our collection of modular accessories includes tech kits, compression straps, and bottle holders, all specified to work with you and your pack.
FORGE SHOULDER STRAP
$ 35.00
Comfortable hands-free carry for everyday use.
FORGE MODULAR WATER
$ 25.00
Securely carry your bottle wherever you go.
FORGE MAGLOCK COMPRESSION
$ 50.00
Strong, adjustable straps for a secure fit
DOPP KIT -
$ 65.00
Organized storage for your travel essentials.
New! MAGFOLD WALLET
$ 65.00
Slim, durable storage for your everyday essentials.
New! MAGFOLD TRAVEL
$ 75.00
BOARDING KIT MINI
$ 65.00
Keep travel documents and essentials organized, secure.
BOARDING KIT -
$ 75.00
BOARDING KIT SHOULDER
$ 25.00
PACKING CUBE SMALL
$ 30.00
Compress clothing neatly for a lighter pack.
PACKING CUBE LARGE
$ 35.00
SHOE CUBE -
$ 25.00
MAGNETIC KEY-RING FIDLOCK®
$ 35.00
MAGNETIC KEY-LEASH FIDLOCK®
$ 35.00
MICRO-BINER T6 ANODIZED
$ 25.00
Overall rating: 4.872093 / 5 from 86 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The FORGE 30 - MAX EMBERTEX™ PFAS FREE - JET BLACK is a versatile and high-quality travel bag praised for its sleek design, exceptional materials, and great organization. Customers appreciate its functionality for both short and long trips, though some find the shoulder strap less comfortable.
Summary topics
- Trip Versatility (4%): Customers appreciated the versatility and convenience of the My Forge bag for short and long work trips.
- Aesthetic Appeal (9%): It was highlighted by customers that the bag looks great, sleek, professional, and has plenty of space.
- Overall Pack Quality (9%): Customers expressed appreciation for the pack, describing it as great, amazing, and the best they have found online.
- Travel Functionality (5%): It was noted by customers that the FORGE-MAX is a great travel bag with multiple applications.
- Product Design (9%): It was observed by customers that the design of the product is great and well-thought out.
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Review highlights
- "The build quality, material, design and look of the backpack are great, I can't wait to start using it on my travels!" —
- "Super material and design and great quality." —
- "I love the product, the slots, zippers, overall look and feel." —
Reviews
This company has its act together.
"The Forge 30 is an excellent product. Quick workmanship and a nice aesthetic. Get the compression straps as they are great for holding a rain jacket etc."
Its quickly becoming my "everything" bag.
"I spent a considerable amount of time looking through over 30 different packs for a good travel bag and finally landed on the Forge 30. I've had just about a month now and its replaced 3 other packs I have. Very happy with the quality and comfort- as someone with back problems, the packpack is VERY comfortable (both straps and pack). Combined with the shoulder strap, its perfect for the office, and then swapping to my game nights, carrying the endless amount of magic decks, and can hold all my charging/tech knick-knacks. Traveling is great, i've been able to test-pack over 5 days of clothing with bulky gear/dap kit and more included. Hoping this lasts a long time."
Great value ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
"Great quality ! Great versatily ! Great portablity ! Great style ! Love it 🩶"
"Compression straps are a pain to assemble. Other than that its a fantastic bag."
Not too shabby
"This thing is great. It has plenty of pockets, organization and storage on the interior and has room to expand. I use it as my work bag and as a carry on when traveling. It feels bullet proof and looks clean."
Great Travel Pack
"I own many higher end bags and dragged my feet on purchasing this bag. Decided to buy during Black Friday week. This bag is very rich in storage and the capability to expand to 30 liters is comforting. The materials are top quality. The only issues I have experienced is how difficult it was to thread the anchors through the webbing with the compression straps and sometimes the magnetic buckles come undone. If you are in the market for a great edc and travel bag, give this bag a try."
Forge 30 One Above All
"Incredible product, my everyday carry bag for 2026."
Forage 30
"Great upgrade. Great for daily commute to the office or travel."
FORGE 30 - MAX EMBERTEX
"Forge 30 is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a true “Swiss army knife” type bag. It offers an unique mix of versatility and style and can serve equally well as a travel or a commuter/office bag. It has so much going for it but for me the stand out features are: great utility, unmatched craftsmanship and elegant design that just oozes style. The negatives are far and few between but it should be noted that the bag is on the heavier side. That said I am more than happy to accept that compromise considering all the utility and the overall quality on hand. Overall I am very happy with my choice and looking forward to using the bag for many years. Full recommendation from me."
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