A few years ago, I bought the Urban Ex for my son. Seeing how versatile and indestructible the pack has been, I wanted to buy another Chrome for me. I noticed the updated details made to the new model — side pocket and seams. The new pack looks well-built , the material is reasonably flexible - just the right amount of rigidity, straps allow to mount a variety of accessories, outside loops are very practical. I hope that Chrome Industries continues to make the Urban Ex, especially the smaller version and will adopt it as their classic backpack model.

Didn’t know if I wanted to go with the 20L or 30L and am so happy with the 20L. Perfectly holds my computer, rain gear, and helmet with room to spare. Only downside is I use a beefier Hiplock u-lock and it doesn’t fit in the front loops, so I have to put it in the main storage area instead. I also roll the top flap the other way than how Chrome advertises it cuz I think it looks better. This is my first time buying a waterproof Chrome bag, but build quality feels really good, and if it’s anything like my other Chrome bags it has plenty of years ahead.

I had the older version for over ten years. That pack had a an easy to access pocket at the top for all my things, this one has it on the side and isn’t functional AT ALL! the older pack and an extra storage area inside for multiple things like my singles, this one only has a computer pack. The older version has a very robust chest buckle, that was easy to snap apart, this one is very flimsy and not easy to use! The older pack had integrated pads for the back, this one has a lame sewn on patch that seems real cheap. Over all sad that it seems chrome has cheeped out; the company removed some great features, and really gone down hill on quality.

As always, a quality, useful and affordable backpack. Well done.