Mission Workshop Releases Upgraded Axis: VX Waist Pack
PRESS RELEASE: Mission Workshop
The Axis: VX improves upon Mission Workshop’s weatherproof waist pack with a new main body constructed from Dimension Polyant VX-21 fabric and an upgraded one-handed magnetic buckle.
Introduced in 2018, the Axis has proven to be a popular platform for cyclist and travelers. The Axis VX carries over the compact size and ultra-thin wait belt, along with the ArkivⓇ-compatible construction, allowing the Axis to be attached to larger packs with the waist belt stowed for travel.
Equally at home on the dirt or in the streets, the minimal silhouette is free from adornments to snag on clothing or trailside obstacles, while the 2.5L volume is optimal for carrying everyday essentials. The Axis VX stands out amongst waist packs with Arkiv compatibility allowing it to piggyback on larger Mission Workshop packs with Arkiv Rails, making it an ideal travel companion for adventures on two wheels or afoot.
The upgrade to rugged, weatherproof VX-21 fabric removes weight from the pack while simultaneously adding durability. Additionally, the Axis VX features a Fidlock magnetic buckle, which allows for easy one-handed removal.
Made by hand in small batches in the USA. Built to endure. Guaranteed Forever.
Axis VX Specs
Dimension Polyant VX-21 Main Body Fabric // FidlockⓇ magnetic buckle // Laser cut ArkivⓇ compatible back panel with adjustable hideaway waist strap // Coated YKK zipper with "kissing flap" construction for added weather resistance // Floating internal lining for weather resistance // Hidden U-lock carry loop // Internal zippered organization pocket for keys, phone, and wallet // Dimensions: 5”x10.25”x3.4” // Internal volume: 2.5L
MSRP $185
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If I had to buy the machines, materials and given my currently hourly wage (full disclosure: I am currently working as an ex-pat engineer in Singapore so my wage is better than average), my fanny pack would probably cost a lot more. Even allowing for economy of scale (the machines are amortized after X widgets are produced, processes are optimized, etc.) they still won't sell for $20 so long as you expect them to be produced domestically in environmentally sustainable ways while paying the workers a living wage.
Until more people realize and accept that part of sustainability involves paying more for less, the world will continue to go to hell in a hand basket.
You’d have to be a full, rich or not, to pay that much for what appears to be a very poorly designed hip pack.
By picking this product, I can only imagine PB wanted to promote debate, cuz no one in their right mind would pay even half that amount for this hip pack.
You get a classy backpack for that price!