In this project, we designed a trail running pack that is comfortable and convenient.
Pockets are carefully planned in shape, placement, and closure to suit items trail runners usually carry. Elastic sternum and side lacing allows this pack to flex and adjust to be comfortable for anybody. Materials are light and breathable for maximum comfort.
Secure easy access pocket for the phone
Easy access pockets for snacks while active
Easy access for easy sips
Secure out of the way pocket for valuables
Cinching open back pocket
Adjustable sides
Adjustable sternum
We found crisscross elastic to be the most flexible and body conforming way of fastening the pack.
Research and Design Process
Market Feature Hunt
Buckle adjust sternum strap
Buckle adjust rib strap on fabric
Buckle adjust rib straps
Breathable inner fabric
Testing bag performance in motion
Testing donning and removal
Open front pockets
Zip secure valuables pocket
Layered pockets
Utilized shoulder space
Bottles placed to be sipped from
Floating pockets
Interviews
Sketch Ideation
First Stage Prototyping
Goal: Test back mounted bottles
Insights: Wearer must be able to see the bottle pockets
Goal: Test the fit on a model
Insights: Found that the tight fit was good on varying body sizes with some adjustments
Goal: Test pocket forms and layouts
Insights: Fewer pockets are needed, especially with flexibility
Goal: Test back breathability
Insights: Two back pockets are good but need to be in a different style
Second Stage Prototyping
Goals: Simplify pockets, add more adjustability, and test front sternum strap
Design Decisions:
1) Side and sternum laced adjustability succeeded.
2) The back pouch should be lowered
3) Bottle pockets need lowering and two pockets should be accessed from the inner edge.
4) Front straps need lengthening
Final Criteria
Making
Meet the team :D
Jasper Kharras
Jun Ochiai
Daniel Khorrami
This is me!
running in the woods
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