Journal
Guides, details and stories about the brand and the bags.
Also, about the people who make them. And about the people who wear them. And anything else that comes to our mind.
Guides
Unique Christmas Gift: A Handmade Hungarian Rolltop City Bag to Carry on Your Journey for Years
Looking for a unique Christmas gift? Handmade Hungarian rolltop city bags with a lifetime warranty: gift ideas by personality, a size guide and our gift card.
Guides
Cabin-Size Rolltop Backpack for Wizz Air and Ryanair: What Fits for Free in 2027
Wizz Air and Ryanair only let you take a 40 × 30 × 20 cm bag for free. Here's what fits, which H.ELIX size to choose, and why an expandable rolltop backpack is the...
Guides
Our Materials, Up Close: What a Backpack Built for Years Is Made Of
What our backpacks are made of, and why: marine-grade fabrics, upholstery made to last, stainless steel hardware, and the numbers behind them.
Stories
William Morris: The Craftsman-Artist Who Still Inspires Us
Who William Morris was, what he left us, and why two of our backpacks are based on his designs.
Stories
The HÉV Upholstery Backpack: A Piece of Hungarian Retro
The last metres of the seat fabric from the closed Kőszeg textile factory, the one we rode on for decades on HÉV trains, trams, buses and trains.
Behind the scenes
Responsibility, not a marketing ploy: how we make bags that last
Where our materials come from, why we're not afraid of plastic, and what happens to your bag years after you buy it. An honest look at how we think about sustainability.
Guides
Why Rolltop Backpacks Are So Popular for Commuting
Work, school, the gym, a gig or a trip: here's why a rolltop backpack handles every part of city life.
Guides
Buying a Rolltop Backpack: What to Look For
Size, fabric, weather protection, hardware, layout and warranty: how to spot a good rolltop backpack before you buy one.
Guides
What Is a Rolltop Backpack? Pros, Cons and Best Uses
How does a rolltop work, is it really waterproof, and is it the right bag for you? An honest look at the pros, cons and best uses, from the people who make them.
