DHB SLICE 30L RUCKSACK

£40

Shine on

As the images above show, the dhb can’t compete with the Lomo in the visibility stakes. It does make for a far more stylish bag, however, and I’d no qualms using this for commuting and travelling around the city, a fact aided by the multitude of easily accessible pockets.

Carrying comfort

The Slice has two long, vertical, perforated pads running the length of the back, proving both comfortable and helping keep a sweaty back at bay. On-bike comfort is aided with the chest and removable waist straps, while the padded shoulder straps are comfy enough but admittedly lack the plumpness of the Lomo’s. The Slice also lacks the Lomo’s rain-thwarting powers and we’d like to see a pull-out waterproof cover on any Slice sequels.

Extra appeal

The Slice is a gem in terms of organisation. Internally, there’s a compartment for a laptop and the 30L capacity is surprisingly a match for the Lomo, with two external zipped pockets for valuables, a front pouch, two water bottle outlets and a helmet net adding to the huge usability. There’s multi-use appeal, this time extending to hiking and short runs. Construction quality and durability is impressive, meaning the dhb just edges this bag test.

HIGHS

Stylish; multiple pockets; comfy

LOWS

Lack of waterproofing