WaterField Designs Introduces Trigo Backpack Made with Recycled Sailcloth

New lightweight, weather-resistant backpack features a slim profile and triangular front pocket.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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WaterField Designs, a San Francisco-based manufacturer of premium bags and accessories, has announced the launch of the Trigo Laptop Backpack. The new backpack is constructed from Challenge Sailcloth's EcoPak™, a lightweight and water-resistant fabric made from recycled materials. The Trigo Backpack features a slim, high-capacity layout, padded internal sleeves for laptops and tablets, and a distinctive triangular front pocket.

Why it matters

The Trigo Backpack is designed to meet the needs of commuters and travelers who need to carry multiple devices and accessories while minimizing weight and bulk. The use of recycled sailcloth materials aligns with growing consumer demand for sustainable products.

The details

The Trigo Backpack is handcrafted in San Francisco and weighs approximately 20% less than comparable backpacks made from Cordura or nylon. It includes a padded laptop sleeve, a padded tablet sleeve, an internal zipper pocket, and pen slots. The backpack also features a sweat-wicking mesh back panel, ergonomic shoulder straps, and a wheeled suitcase pass-through for added convenience.

  • The Trigo Backpack is available now at sfbags.com.

The players

WaterField Designs

A San Francisco-based manufacturer of premium bags and accessories, founded in 1998.

Challenge Sailcloth

The textile company that produced the EcoPak™ sailcloth material used in the Trigo Backpack.

Gary Waterfield

The founder of WaterField Designs.

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What they’re saying

“When you're carrying two devices every day, along with everything else you need, weight adds up quickly. EcoPak™ allowed us to maintain structure and weather protection without adding bulk, while enabling the triangular front pocket that defines the Trigo line.”

— Gary Waterfield, Founder, WaterField Designs

The takeaway

The Trigo Backpack from WaterField Designs offers a sustainable and functional solution for commuters and travelers who need to carry multiple devices and accessories while minimizing weight and bulk.