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Briefcase & Shoulder Carry Options for Stolt Backpacks

TL;DR

Yes. All models have a hide-away strap system for a clean briefcase carry. Podium also includes a removable shoulder strap for messenger-style carry.

Can I carry my Stolt backpack as a briefcase or shoulder bag?


When you reach the office or a meeting, you can tuck the shoulder straps behind the back panel using Stolt’s hide-away mechanism to switch from sport to smart in seconds. Grab the top or side handle and you’ve got a tidy briefcase-style carry that looks right at home in professional settings. 

On the Podium, you also get a detachable shoulder strap included in the set so you can carry it messenger-style on one shoulder. This “3-way carry” makes Podium especially versatile for city use (backpack, briefcase, or shoulder bag). The Alpha C adds a side handle that enhances briefcase carry. 

Switching is simple: stow or unclip straps, then use the chosen handle/strap. It’s a quick way to move from the commute to client-ready without changing bags.

Alpha C Business Set Alpha Business Set Athlete Commuter Set Podium Business Set
Capacity 20l->25l 20l->25l 15l->18l 10l-13l
Weight 1.4kg / 3.1lbs 1.2kg / 2.6lbs 1kg / 2.2lbs 0.7kg / 1.5lbs
Material 1680D Ballistic Nylon 500D Nylon 500D recycled polyester 500D Nylon
Side handle
Electronics  Organisation Separate compartment with padded laptop sleeve and multiple pockets Separate compartment with padded laptop sleeve and multiple pockets Separate compartment with padded laptop sleeve and multiple pockets  Padded laptop sleeve &  easy access pocket
Garment packing Separate Garment box Separate Garment box Separate Garment box In-built Garment Sleeve
Expandable pocket Expandability with roll top
Hide-away straps
Carry options Backpack (business & sports mode),  top-handle, briefcase Backpack (business & sports mode),  top-handle Backpack (business & sports mode), top-handle, detachable waist belt Backpack (business & sports mode),  top-handle
NEW Alpha design with a super tough, rugged material and a side handle perfect to cycle or walk to the office and overnight business trips ORIGINAL Alpha design with a super durable, yet light-weight material designed for runners and cyclists as well as business travellers ATHLETE is our rolltop design with a more relaxed feel and water bottle pockets for city runners and cyclists alike. PODIUM design is half the size of Alpha making it the perfect day pack for those looking to pack light and run for longer distances
£249 £198 £198 £169

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