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Industry Icons Deliver Stylish New Backpack and Crossbody Sling for Travel-Centric Gamers, Content Creators, and Esports Athletes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n


ASTRO Gaming, a leader in premium video gaming equipment, and Timbuk2, a San Francisco based premium bag manufacturer, have teamed up to create a set of stylish, functional, and durable gaming bags designed specifically to
meet the demanding lifestyles of travel-centric gamers, content creators and esports athletes alike. The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Collection includes the BP35 Gaming Backpack designed for traveling gamers and the CS03 Crossbody Sling designed for Nintendo Switch and mobile gaming on the go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Gaming BP35 Backpack features:
\u25cf Rugged, Durable, Long-Lasting Comfort: The BP35 features water-resistant fabrics and
hardware designed to deliver long-lasting comfort with: adjustable air mesh shoulder and
sternum straps for a more secure fit; a ventilated EVA padded back panel for longer treks; hidden
compression straps for better weight distribution; grippy hexagon zipper pulls; and, a robust
handle for quick escapes.
\u25cf Two 16\u201d Laptops Sleeves: The BP35 features both an internal padded sleeve and an
external sleeve that can safely secure up to two 16\u201d laptops.
\u25cf Clamshells, Pockets, Sleeves and More: The BP35 features a veritable host of pockets
and storage innovations to securely stow all of your gear, including: a large full clamshell
opening; a quick-access front folded magnetic flap pocket; dual 16\u201d laptop sleeves; an
expandable side pocket; a top pocket with soft, brushed tricot; a d-ring for quick attachments;
front dual mesh pockets for cords and necessities; dual zip-side water bottle pockets; and, a vista
loop to secure external equipment.
\u25cf ASTRO Gaming Gear Pocket: The BP35 was designed to carry ASTRO equipment and
features a unique internal pocket featuring: a vista loop for storing your gaming headset; an
expandable padded pocket perfect for an ASTRO MixAmp Pro; and, two additional gear pockets
for cords and a controller, such as the ASTRO C40 Controller.
\u25cf ASTRO Gaming Style & Customizability: The BP35 features a unique and iconic style
featuring tonal reflective branding on the front panel for higher visibility, a branded jacquard
webbing that\u2019s subtle, but on-point and customizable shoulder strap Velcro to showcase pins and
patches<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meanwhile, the new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Gaming CS03 Crossbody Sling features:
\u25cf Rugged, Durable, Long-Lasting Comfort: The CS03 features water resistant fabrics and
hardware designed to deliver long-lasting comfort. Gamers can also wear the CS03 crossbody,
featuring a jacquard branded webbing strap and side release buckle, for a more secure fit.
\u25cf 14 Game Cartridge Storage Slots: Leave nothing behind! The CS03 can store up to 14
individual game cartridges or SD cards in a unique interior storage sleeve.
\u25cf Pockets, D-rings, and More: The CS03 features a number of pockets and storage
innovations to securely stow all of your mobile gaming gear, including: a customized padded
pocket with brushed tricot liner to protect your Nintendo Switch and mobile gaming devices; a
back zipper pocket with brushed tricot lining to stow most large smartphones; a quick access
secure magnetic fold over closure on front pocket; two stretch mesh pockets for cords and the
like; a daisy chain and D-ring on front for quick attachments; a handy key keeper in front zip
pocket; and, a vista loop to secure external equipment.
\u25cf ASTRO Gaming Style & Customizability: The CS03 features a unique and iconic style
featuring tonal reflective branding on the front pocket for higher visibility, a branded jacquard
webbing on the crossbody that\u2019s subtle, but on-point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Gaming BP35 Backpack (MSRP $199.99) and the CS03 Crossbody Sling (MSRP
$79.99) are available now from ASTRO Gaming (LINK) and Timbuk2 (LINK). Customers can get more
information about the new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Collection by visiting www.astrogaming.com or
www.timbuk2.com.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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