Further Backpack Features​

The Further Backpack has a lot of features that no other pet carrier has. During the design process, we focused on 3 main aspects that we believe are the most important in such backpack.

 

Human Comfort

The back of the backpack is designed with your comfort in mind. The soft, padded air mesh panel and ergonomic design allow for ventilation and increased comfort while hiking. An adjustable mountaineering class harness with chest strap and hip belt distribute weight evenly so you can travel without back pain. We also made sure that no stiffening material puts pressure on your back causing extreme pain, which is a common issue in other pet backpacks. We include “leash holder” – a hip belt attachment to make your hands free when you’re leading your pet.

human comfort features

Animal Comfort

The backpack structure is non-collapsible, so it won’t wrap around your pet. The sturdy floor provides a stable surface. The bite-proof mesh on 3 sides ensures maximum airflow and gives possibility to observe the outside world. The lid is completely unzippable and foldable, so your pet can easily get in or out, but also so animal can peek outside unhindered while still sitting in the backpack. You can adjust the tilt angle of the lid to your pet’s preference. The “balcony mode” provides extra space during walks and allows your pet to see the outside world even when lying down. On the inside, there is a detachable and regulatable leash that you can attach to your pet’s collar or harness. Materials we used are waterproof and easy to clean, so you don’t have to worry about getting your pet inside after playing in the dirt or mud. We include a custom rain cover with mesh on the sides to protect your pet from rain without restricting the airflow.

 

animal comfort features

Storage

Below the pet compartment is a large 10L storage compartment for everything you need to take with you for an awesome adventure. The side and front pockets are perfect for any small items such as keys, wallet or snacks. With two bottle holders, you can make sure you take enough water for both of you on sunny days. You can also take a water bladder for even better hydration. This pocket also serves as laptop compartment, and it can even accommodate large gaming laptops up to 17”.

Materials

We have used high-quality materials to make the backpack durable and resistant to pet use.

Specification

Dimensions (H x W x D)
External (harness not included) 54 x 32 x 23 cm 21.2 x 12.6 x 9 in
Internal top – pet compartment 36 x 31 x 20 cm 14.2 x 12.2 x 7.9 in
Internal bottom – storage compartment 17 x 31 x 20 cm 6.7 x 12.2 x 7.9 in
Weight 2 kg 4.4 lbs
 

Design process

We took inspiration from photography backpacks and mountaineering backpacks.
Even though we had no design experience, we learned how to do it and hired an experienced manufacturer to transform our 3D renders and sketches into a proper backpack…