Code of Bell X POD II (Cross Pod) Sling Bag Review // Could this replace your backpack? EDC

[@WilliamChuong]

Check out the COFB XPOD II here: www.codeofbell.com/products/x-pod-sling-pack?rfsn=7501695.203cf2

[@mrmadmover]

This review definitely pushed me to get the X-Pod II sling. I've tried Tomtocs and Bellroys, and none of those suit my style or have the modular design I need for my day to day. Mine came in today, and I can't stop messing around with it. Got it in tropic and not looking back. Great review.

[@WilliamChuong]

Here that’s good to hear! I actually now think the tropic is a good colourway, I first didn’t like it but actually it grew on me. Sometimes black is too bold, especially I wear a lot of natural colours for outfits. Thank you for the feedback

[@TheCrescentSky]

With this review I made a purchase! It's unfortunate the company didn't have the Pitch Black color available so I had to buy from an authorized reseller. I also appreciate that subtle detail at 1:40 showcasing the back of the S Carabiner so it's easy to determine which size would attach to the strap perfectly which I am also getting. This was a well spoken and very informative review.

[@WilliamChuong]

Thank you for the compliment! Glad you found it helpful! Gotta love the Code of Bell 👍🏻

[@aeryn4061]

Thank you for the water bottle reference! Now I know that it can fit my 18oz Yeti, and will probably sell my Aer sling to get this instead.

[@WilliamChuong]

You can always get a larger carabiner too, to clip it on the outside, I tied some cord to the top of my bottle with a carabiner clip, just free up the hands when needed you get me 👍🏻

[@aeryn4061]

@@WilliamChuong I was thinking of sliding it through the straps in the front and somehow securing it so it doesn’t fall out.

[@WilliamChuong]

@@aeryn4061 yeah that could be possible although depends what type of bottle you have, mine literally just slides out from movement.

[@SandyToesStudio]

I'd love to see how this fits on the bod with it fully packed (expanded), perhaps with your water bottle plus other stuff to fully fill all the nooks and cranies. Great vid thanks! Liked and sub'd

[@WilliamChuong]

Ok, I will update that probably on the community posts with some photos. I will update you when it’s posted, thanks so much! ☺️

[@WilliamChuong]

Hey Sandy Toes, I have updated the community wall on my page of what it will look like on body with the bag being full, go check it out 😃 that post was for you 👍🏻 thanks a lot

[@SandyToesStudio]

@@WilliamChuong thank u so much that is awesome!!!

[@jevaun656]

You did a great job! Thanks for the info.

[@WilliamChuong]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@sorjames-itsachoice]

You did great 👍🏾 work ! Have a great time with your…. I Will get my soon

[@WilliamChuong]

Hey man, I really appreciate your kind words, means a lot 👍🏻

[@schnickschnack2090]

nice nice 😊 i use a Fjällräven Ulvö Hip Pack Large (much cheaper) and i love it

[@WilliamChuong]

That’s great, always nice to see and hear what works for each other, I appreciate you sharing! ☺️

[@georgeseriani2482]

Perslnally j think you did a great job! No complaings here.

[@WilliamChuong]

Thank you so much for your kind words 🙏🏻 made my day!

[@alexpaz7904]

i wonder what other brands/model of sling bags would be considered as an alternative to the xpod/xpod2? Same techwear-esque look, w/ neoprene-like material at the back, number of pockets for easy organization, & overall functionality

[@WilliamChuong]

There actually was a brand that made quite a similar design, off the top of my head, I can’t remember it, but let me search and link you it again if I find it

[@WilliamChuong]

X-Pac Tech & Trekking Sling Bag 2.3L by Instinct London There is another one somewhere but I’ll make sure to tag it when I come across it

[@alexpaz7904]

@@WilliamChuong thanks a lot, mate. Much appreciated.

[@Rudyjosephjr]

Wow...nice bag.

[@WilliamChuong]

Thank you 😊

[@Andrea11284]

This only seems to be modelled on men. How would it fit a woman’s build?

[@WilliamChuong]

Good question, if I can find someone to help me pose for one, I’ll update it on my community wall, thank you for your comment 👍🏻

[@C_ECST]

Someone post the link to this bag!

[@WilliamChuong]

www.codeofbell.com/products/x-pod-sling-pack

[@phuocletan6877]

Tư vấn em một mẫu túi đeo chéo phù hợp với iPhone 15 và các vật dụng như bình nước, ipad v.v...

[@WilliamChuong]

Hello Phuóc, yes check out my community wall on my KZbin Profile, I have taken photos with items inside of the bag of what will fit inside of it. Thank you!

[@ccherngwong]

Could it fit iPad mini 6 without expanding it?

[@WilliamChuong]

Hey ccherngwong, looking at the measurements online of the 2021 iPad Mini 6th Gen, 195.4mm x 134.8mm, the iPad seems like it will be extremely tight in the large compartment, it will just about fit, it also seems it may need to be angled a bit more or the material will need to be stretched to zip close properly. The middle compartment with the inner mesh zips seems like it would just about fit it aswell but you'll not be able to fit other things in there as well, it will be quite tight as it's more narrower. I actually used a measuring tape to align it more a better reading. Hope that helps.

[@ccherngwong]

@@WilliamChuong Thanks for taking time to measure it! Appreciate your finding!

[@paulfogarty7724]

Oh that uneaven retention strap would niggle me no end ! . Im a symetry freak. You should send it back while it's still new.

[@WilliamChuong]

Yeah does kinda annoy me too but, too much of a hassle to send back to America 😅 but the good outweighs this problem soo far I’m ok

[@itcamefromplanethex]

do you have experience with the aer slings? i've been debating between the x-pod and these and just curious if you have any thoughts about how they compare

[@WilliamChuong]

I don’t unfortunately, it’s actually difficult to get Aer since not many places carry it here in uk and atm it’s quite expensive to even get in from overseas, not feasible atm. But as far as I’m aware, Aer does have a simple cleaner profile vs the code of bell, if you like a technical utility aesthetic code of bell is the one to go. As far with the compression straps and attachment offers on the exterior, there’s a lot more character and a bit more to offer on the exterior. But maybe if you like a simple bag, Aer may be better. Hope that helps

[@itcamefromplanethex]

⁠@@WilliamChuong would a smaller mirrorless camera with a smaller lens fit in the main/middle compartment? or does it not really expand at all? i was concerned about the compression straps not being enough to keep a camera in place plus maybe getting damaged by other things in the front pocket like keys

[@iamweiqian]

I had a Aer City Sling 2, I sold it after a few months because it’s not comfortable after a long hours on your shoulder, and it’s very small and tight inside. I’m the kind of person who brings water bottle everywhere, City Sling 2 can’t really fit unless you got something like Memobottle. I just received X-Pod II today, I like that I can fit a lot of things inside and fold it when I don’t need the space, but I haven’t really used it yet, so I can’t comment much.

[@WilliamChuong]

@@iamweiqianoh ok, that’s interesting, I never got to try Aer products yet but that’s something to note for sure in the future. Thank you for sharing that! Yeah recently I went on a little domestic trip and I was testing out a 500ml water bottle that had a clip. My Xpod was quite full so I had it clipped at the bottom of the strap everywhere I went with 0 issues at all. It was good and the compression straps were perfect to hold my fleece coat too when it got too hot

[@itcamefromplanethex]

@@WilliamChuongdo you ever store a mirrorless camera in your xpod? if so how does it fit?

[@narudh]

can it fit a steamdeck?

[@WilliamChuong]

I don’t think so, don’t even think it will fit a Nintendo switch even

[@narudh]

@@WilliamChuong thanks for the answer!

[@WilliamChuong]

@narudh you’re very welcome 👍🏻

[@jink3280]

Thank you for the review! Do you know when the v2 was released?

[@WilliamChuong]

Hey Jin, I think the V2 of this Sling was released around November 2022, that’s when I placed an order for it.

[@jink3280]

@@WilliamChuong thank you William!

[@producersproducing]

Good stuff! Do you think it would fit an iPad Mini 6?

[@WilliamChuong]

Hey Ryan, looking at the measurements online of the 2021 iPad Mini 6th Gen, 195.4mm x 134.8mm, the iPad seems like it will be extremely tight in the large compartment, it will just about fit, it also seems it may need to be angled a bit more or the material will need to be stretched to zip close properly. The middle compartment with the inner mesh zips seems like it would just about fit it aswell but you’ll not be able to fit other things in there as well, it will be quite tight as it’s more narrower. I actually used a measuring tape to align it more a better reading. Hope that helps.

[@producersproducing]

@@WilliamChuong Thank you so much!

[@markwilson1446]

What is the largest waist this pack can fit?

[@WilliamChuong]

I measured both straps at the full length it will go, it’s about 63cm each on both sides giving it = 126cm (49inch) , hope this help you out

[@markwilson1446]

@@WilliamChuong Thank you.

[@rhenceocampo3253]

It’s just another bag