Originally we wanted to clear our heads before visiting Eurobike, but by the looks of it, even on our home trails we were not safe from 2015-News. We met Fabian Scholz from the Focus Trail Team, who was carrying an interesting new EVOC Backpack Stage 12L with him. Luckily, we had our camera with us.

New and light: The EVOC Stage 12l weighs less than one kilogram.
New and light: The EVOC Stage 12l weighs less than one kilogram.
A new back part ensures perfect air circulation - even when the bag is totally full.
A new back part ensures perfect air circulation – even when the bag is totally full.

On first sight the new back system is worth mentioning: elaborately created air cooling elements, that lie behind a net, reduce the contact surface of the back and enable the air to circulate, even when the bag is full.

The Brace Link connecting parts between belt and pack sack are new.
The Brace Link connecting parts between belt and pack are new.

The Brace Link connecting parts between belt and packsack are new too. Small aluminium connecting parts with holes make it easy for the belts to fit to the size of ones shoulders. Additionally, the Brace Link can be worn in combination with a neck protector.

We didn't have a chance to look at the inside, but we're sure we can see more at the Eurobike.
We didn’t have a chance to look at the inside, but we’re sure we can see more at the Eurobike.

Of course there are further well-known EVOC features such as the hipbelt, a fleece pocket for glasses, and hydration-system compatibility.
But the Evoc Stage 12L still remains very light, we assume the unladen weight is less than a kilogram.

The back part is well designed.
The back part is well designed.

More details and further images of the inside of the backpack will follow after Eurobike – together with all information on new EVOC products.


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Aaron Steinke

Aaron was our first employee and actively helped make our company what it is today, significantly shaping the look and direction of our various magazines. Aaron has been pursuing his own projects since mid-2020 but he continues to advise and support us on issues of marketing and technology. For many years, you would usually have found Aaron at casual enduro races, but increasingly you'll find him riding his road bike – long live freedom on two wheels!