What Is the MacCase Premium Leather Backpack Strap Set?
The MacCase Premium Leather Backpack Strap Set converts any MacCase Flight Jacket into a fully functioning backpack. Two straps attach to the existing D-ring hardware on the Flight Jacket, no tools, no modifications, no permanent changes to the case are required. Remove them and the Flight Jacket returns to its standard shoulder bag configuration in seconds. Cut from the same ethically sourced, vegetable-dyed hides as the Flight Jacket itself, the straps match perfectly in color, texture, and hardware finish. Vintage brown straps match the full-grain vintage brown Flight Jacket. Pebble black straps match the top-grain pebble black Flight Jacket. All metal hardware matches the Flight Jacket hardware exactly.
Who Is This For?
The MacCase Premium Leather Backpack Strap Set is for Flight Jacket owners who want hands-free carry without buying a separate backpack. It's the correct choice for:
• Commuters who need both hands free on public transit, cycling, or walking
• Travelers who want backpack carry through airports and transit without checking a bag
• Professionals who carry the Flight Jacket as a shoulder bag to meetings but want backpack mode for the commute
• Anyone who finds shoulder carry uncomfortable for extended periods
The straps are sold separately because many Flight Jacket owners order the case first and add the straps later once they decide they want the backpack option. The Flight Jacket is designed from the start to accept them.
Expert Insight
MacCase founder Michael Santoro on the backpack strap decision: "The Flight Jacket was designed as a shoulder bag first. But we knew from the beginning that some customers would want the option to wear it as a backpack. Rather than build the backpack straps into the price for everyone, we made them optional. The D-ring attachment points are built into every Flight Jacket so the conversion is seamless when you want it."
Compatible MacCase Products
The MacCase Premium Leather Backpack Strap Set is designed exclusively for the:
MacCase Premium Leather MacBook "Flight Jacket" case.
The Premium Leather MacBook Case is the original leather laptop case, in production since 2008. The straps attach via the D-ring hardware built into every MacCase Flight Jacket model. They are not compatible with MacCase nylon bags, messenger bags, or briefcases. Those products use different strap attachment systems.
FAQ
What MacCase products do the Premium Leather Backpack Straps work with?
The MacCase Premium Leather Backpack Strap Set is designed exclusively for the MacCase Premium Leather Flight Jacket line available for 13", 14", 15" and 16" MacBook Air, Pro and Neo models. They attach to the D-ring hardware built into every case. They are not compatible with MacCase nylon bags, messenger bags, or briefcases.
How do the backpack straps attach?
The straps clip directly to the D-ring attachment points built into every MacCase Premium Leather MacBook case. No tools, modifications or permanent changes are required to attach them to the case. Attach them for backpack carry, remove them to return to shoulder bag mode. The entire conversion takes seconds.
Do the straps match the Flight Jacket leather?
Yes. The straps are cut from the same ethically sourced, vegetable-dyed hides as the Flight Jacket. Vintage brown straps match the full-grain vintage brown Flight Jacket though you may see some color variation and difference in patina if not purchased at the same time as the case. Pebble black straps match the top-grain pebble black Flight Jacket. All metal hardware matches the Flight Jacket hardware in finish and weight.
Are the backpack straps included with the Flight Jacket or sold separately?
Sold separately. The Flight Jacket is designed from the start to accept the backpack straps. The D-ring attachment points are built into every model but the straps are offered as an option to keep the base price of the Flight Jacket as low as possible. Many owners add the straps after their initial purchase once they decide they want the backpack carry option.
Can I use these straps with non-MacCase bags?
The straps use standard D-ring clips and will physically attach to any bag with D-ring hardware. However, they are designed and matched specifically for MacCase Premium Leather Flight Jackets in terms of color, hardware finish, and strap length. MacCase cannot guarantee fit, comfort, or appearance on non-MacCase products.
