Flink is supporting Topeak during the design phase of the prize-awarded Air Back Packs.
[>] A smart idea
[>] Constructive inputs
[>] Produktvision
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a smart Idea
Lots of cycling tours start with a car journey or even a flight.
In such cases it is a good idea if it is possible for the equipment
to be stored in as little space as possible.
Motivated by this
knowledge, Topeak is searching for a solution for rucksacks that
saves as much space as possible and is developing the idea of
equipping the rucksack with inflatable air cushions.
This idea resulted in the inventing company receiving a Red Dot Design Award.
We would like to congratulate and to express our
thanks and are pleased to have been able to contribute the initial
ideas and design suggestions with this innovative product.
constructive inputs
Developing a carrying structure for rucksacks using air chambers represents an innovation. Since the company Topeak only has limited experience with rucksacks and carrying systems, the specialists from Flink GmbH were asked to contribute ideas on the construction at the beginning of the project.
Air tight also means vapour-impermeable
Possible solutions are:
To cover with 3D mesh or a well-developed structure.
Stable and comfortable
To gain a stable structure, a high level of air pressure is
required. Comfortable air cushions should not be too hard
though.
Flink suggests splitting the structure up into a 'high
pressure' and a 'low pressure' area.
Flexible and stable
Through the targeted arrangement of the air
structure, it's possible to offer the sportsman the freedom of
movement they require in the shoulder area.
Air cushions
By using air cushions
instead of the standard pads, the volume of the pack is further
reduced whilst preserving the level of comfort.
Triangle connection
Flink suggests attaching the hip strap to
two points on the main body. With this construction it is possible to
prevent the rucksack from sliding either upwards or downwards.
product vision
Version 1 stands for dynamism
The central medial strip provides
a clear sense of direction. The anchoring points for the helmet and
the outside net-pockets are oriented in line with this direction and
support the dynamics of the product.
The main entry points, via
vertically running zips, are attractively concealed and located
underneath the continual central strips.
Version 2 promises additional strength
The main body stands on
a dynamically cut base. The shoulder carriers grow directly out of
the main body and are attached firmly to the sportsman. The two
contrasting zips for the main compartment and the valuables
compartment set highlights.
Version 3 follows a technical direction
This rucksack consists
of a water tight and welded exterior material. The patterns have been
kept simple in order to support the product's clean visuals.
