ASTRO Gaming Partners With Timbuk2; Reveals New Bag Collection Designed for Gamers
August 17 2021 - 3:01AM
Business Wire
Industry Icons Deliver Stylish New Backpack and
Crossbody Sling for Travel-Centric Gamers, Content Creators, and
Esports Athletes
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. Timbuk2 x ASTRO Collection is now available at
www.astrogaming.com and www.timbuk2.com.
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The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Collection
includes the CS03 Crossbody Sling designed for Nintendo Switch and
mobile gaming on-the-go (Photo: Business Wire)
“Born in the innovative city of San Francisco, Timbuk2 and ASTRO
Gaming are intimately familiar with the highs and lows of startup
life. We’re even connected at a foundational level - one of ASTRO’s
co-founders is a former Timbuk2 team member,” said Aron Drayer,
Vice President of Marketing for ASTRO Gaming. “Both companies share
product philosophies that have resulted in the creation of unique,
functional products that stand the test of time. Timbuk2’s premium
gear is trusted for its legendary quality and bespoke design. ASTRO
Gaming develops premium equipment to enhance the gaming
experience.”
Players can feel safe and secure in their #JourneytotheUnknown
with the BP35 Gaming Backpack and CS03 Crossbody Sling. In addition
to protecting critical gaming components with heavy-duty fabrics,
water resistance (with the BP35), and padded pockets, the Timbuk2 x
ASTRO Collection feature a multitude of storage pockets,
organizational pouches, stretch mesh, and quick-attach anchor
points allowing gamers to easily secure and quickly access
important items on-the-go. Both the BP35 Gaming Backpack and CS03
Crossbody Sling also feature a secure fit with adjustable air-mesh
straps and quick-release buckles.
The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Gaming BP35 Backpack features:
- 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.
- Two 16” Laptops Sleeves: The BP35 features both an
internal padded sleeve and an external sleeve that can safely
secure up to two 16” laptops.
- 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” 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.
- 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.
- 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’s subtle, but on-point and customizable
shoulder strap Velcro to showcase pins and patches.
The new Timbuk2 x ASTRO Gaming CS03 Crossbody Sling
features:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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’s subtle, but on-point.
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.
About Timbuk2
We were born from bike-messenger culture. But it was never just
about the bags. Founded in San Francisco back in 1989, Timbuk2 was
built on an ethos. An attitude. Tenets that are still just as true
today as they were on Day One. Be fearless. Be nimble. Deliver. And
give a damn. A pioneer of customization and an industry leader in
sustainable manufacturing, Timbuk2 remains committed to intelligent
design, premium quality, and superior craftsmanship. From founder
Rob Honeycutt’s Mission District garage to our global presence
today, we still design products to outsmart any challenge. And
we’re more committed than ever to leave our communities, cities,
and world better than we found them. Join the movement online, at
www.Timbuk2.com, check our wares at specialty retailers, or visit
our brick-and-mortars in San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Venice
Beach, and Toronto.
About ASTRO Gaming
ASTRO Gaming creates premium video gaming equipment and
lifestyle products for professional gamers, leagues, and gaming
prosumers. ASTRO Gaming was spun-off from design powerhouse ASTRO
Studios, known in the gaming world for designing the Xbox 360®,
along with Alienware™ and HP® Gaming PCs. ASTRO Gaming produces a
line of gamer-centric "tech-life" products that support this
rapidly growing community. All ASTRO Gaming products are available
at astrogaming.com. Connect with ASTRO Gaming on Twitter
@ASTROGaming, Instagram, or our blog.
ASTRO Gaming is a brand of Logitech International. Founded in
1981, and headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, Logitech
International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX Swiss
Exchange (LOGN) and the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI).
(LOGIIR)
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The Amplifier Group (for Timbuk2) Adam Mersky 617.285.2556
adam@theamplifiergroup.com
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