The Sling

Regular price €69.00
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Free shipping to DE from 99€ in 1-3 W/D.
Incl VAT for EU orders.
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A transformable, sustainably made Crossbody Bag that converts into a Tote Bag or Backpack.

Includes:

  • Sling (Crossbody/Hip/Tote Bag)
  • Detachable Strap

Not included, but available separately:

  • Simple Shoulder Straps (transforms Sling into small Backpack. If you own any of our “Original” or “Compact” backpacks, you already have these)
  • Sling Mini (small Crossbody/Hip Bag, attachable to Sling)
  • Neck Pouch Strap (transforms Sling Mini into a Neck Pouch)

Sling

Organisation:

  • Expandable roll top transforms the Sling into a Tote Bag or a small Backpack
  • Internal organiser with 1 zippered pocket and 2 slip pockets
  • Padded quick access front pocket (for sunglasses, ear pods and other valuables)

Special characteristics:

  • Weatherproof fabric made from recycled PET bottles
  • Hidden zippers on the back allow for attachment of the Sling Mini Hip Bag
  • Can be attached to any of our backpacks using the Neck Pouch Strap
  • 2.5 to 8.5 L capacity
Also available as part of the Sling Combo and the Globetrotter Bundle.

    Sling

    Attach the Sling to any of our backpacks using the Neck Pouch Strap (available separately).
    Wayks Sling Bag on Travel Backpack
    The Sling and Sling Mini (available separately) are zipped together to form the Sling Combo.
    Wayks Sling Bag Combo

    Sling

    Weight: 0.27 kg (0.6 lbs)

    Width: 31 cm (12”)
    Depth: 10 cm (4”)

    Height:

    • With rolled top: 15 cm (6”)
    • With top filled: 38 cm (15”)

    Volume:

    • With rolled top: 2.5 L
    • With top filled: 8.5 L

      Sling Combo, Sling

      The majority of our materials are made from recycled PET bottles. We use a PFC-free, environmentally friendly water-repellency coating on our fabrics. 

      The difference between our fabrics is mainly in the look and feel. Our first fabric (Black and Sand variants) has a rather natural, canvas-like look. It feels thinner.

      In the Sleek Black variant, the fabric has a smooth look. It feels a little thicker and rubbery.

      The Sleek Black is a little easier to clean due to its smooth texture and water rolls off more easily - on the other hand, it is more prone to superficial scratches and dents or cuts, which remain visible in the long term on such smooth fabrics.

      As far as protecting the contents of the backpack from moisture is concerned, there is no difference between the two versions, as both fabrics are waterproof. It is always important to remember that after prolonged exposure to heavy rain, moisture can seep through the seams and zips of bags.

      Main Fabric

      • 100% Polyester (91% recycled, 100% for the Sleek Black version)
      • 600 x 600 Denier
      • PFC-free coating (outside) and PU coating (inside) for waterproofing
      • Sourced from bluesign® System Partner
      Lining
      • 100% Polyester (100% recycled), 150 x 150 Denier
      • PFC-free coating (outside) and PU coating (inside) for waterproofing
      • Sourced from bluesign® System Partner
      Zippers
      • Outside: Durable YKK Natulon® luggage coil zippers (partly recycled)
      • Inside: YKK Natulon® coil zippers (partly recycled)
      • Sourced from bluesign® System Partner
      Buckles
      • Recycled plastic (black version), sourced from bluesign® System Partner
      • Durable aluminium hook for roll top closure
      Webbing
      • Diagonal twill webbing
      • 100% Nylon (100% recycled)

      Day Pack Mini, Sling Combo, Sling, Sling Mini

      Does the sand colour get dirty easily?
      No, it does not stain easily, however, dark stains are more visible than on the black version. Good to clean. Fine for everyday use. Attach rain cover when exposed to heavy rain, dirt, oil or dust. (read more)

      How should I clean the WayksOne?
      We recommend hand wash only. If necessary use gentle soap and brush. Dry well. (read more)

      See our HELP section for the full list of frequently asked questions and more detailed answers.

      DHL Express shipping available (Learn more).

      SHIPPING FEES for DHL Premium:

      • DE: Free for orders from 99€. 4€ for orders below 99€.
      • EU, UK*: Free for orders from 199€. 9€ for orders below 199€. For UK, 179€ minimum order value applies.
      • CH: Free for orders from 199€. 19€ for orders below 199€.*
      • NO: Free. 319€ minimum order value applies.*
      • US, CA: 9€ for orders from 199€. 29€ for orders below 199€.*
      • AU, CN, HK, IN, ID, IL, MY, NZ, SG, SA, KR, SL, RU, TW, TH, TU, UA: 39€. 99€ minimum order value applies
      • Rest of world: 59€*

      *If your country is outside the EU (e.g. the UK), please keep in mind that depending on the laws in your country you might be charged local VAT and other customs charges by a third party on top of the price for importing your parcel.


      DELIVERY TIMES for DHL Premium:

      The following are our standard delivery times. You can check here (for DHL Premium) if your country is affected by any temporary delays.

      • DE: 1-3 work days
      • AT, NL, LU, IT, CH: 2-3 work days
      • FR, BE, DK, SE: 2-4 work days
      • FI: 4-6 work days
      • ES: 4-5 work days
      • Other EU, NO: 2-10 work days
      • UK: 4-8 work days
      • US, CA: 6-17 work days
      • Rest of world: 6-23 work days

      For DHL Express check here.

       


      RETURNS / WARRANTY:

      • Right of withdrawal within 14 days after delivery according to German law (read our information on right of withdrawal)
      • The statutory warranty rights of Germany (“Gewährleistung”) apply.

      Customer Reviews

      Based on 76 reviews
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      Helen x.
      Beautiful

      I have been dreaming of owning the Wayks Sling Combo for a while now and at Christmas I became the proud owner of one and it did not disappoint.
      A beautiful, versatile bag, just what I have been looking for.
      I am hoping to purchase the Travel Pack Original in the near future.
      Thank you so much Wayks for these Beautiful, thoughtful and versatile bags, just what I have been looking for x

      R
      Ruud W.

      The Sling

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      Julia R.
      Amazing experience!

      Fantastic product, in terms of quality and design. The shopping experience is also very agile and easy for the user, and as a product designer, I really value this. Very happy with my WAYKS!

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      Heidi C.
      Love the multifunction of the bag

      The bag is great, I love when a bag has many pockets and can multiple things at ones, this bag can be three at ones! It is great. The only very small thing, is that the zipper on the attachable bag can’t be hidden very well, but otherwise it is amazing!

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      Kaely
      Super!

      This bag looks nice and is versatile and multifunctional. I’m very satisfied with the quality. The price is not low, but it’s reasonable for those advantages.

      S
      S.G.
      Love it!

      Die Sling ist ein wahres Platzwunder, verstaut mühelos einen 15" Laptop und zusätzlich noch drei Bücher und hat dann immer noch Platz. Und gleichzeitig trägt er sich als Rucksack auch noch sehr bequem und schneidet nicht ein.
      Durch das glatte Material der Träger verschiebt sich zwar manchmal die Länge der Träger, aber durch das glatte Material lässt sich die Trägerlänge auch sehr leicht und schnell wieder anpassen.
      Der Reißverschluss hinten ist perfekt, um ans Protemonnaie zu kommen, ohne gleich den ganzen Rucksack oben aufzumachen und alles bis nach unten durchwühlen zu müssen. Außerdem ist es ein besseres Sicherheitsgefühl, da das Protemonnaie so an einer Stelle liegt, an die Taschendiebe nicht so einfach unterwegs ran kommen.
      Was mich etwas enttäuscht, ist das Reißverschlussfach vorne. Es ist für meine Zwecke viel zu klein. Mein Sonnenbrille (wie es glaube ich auf der Website beworben wird) passt z. B. nicht rein. Ich nutze es daher momentan nur für eine Packung Taschentücher, was irgendwie eine Verschwendung der kuschelweichen Taschenfütterung ist...
      Also ich war bei der Bestellung echt etwas spektisch, bereue den Kauf aber auf keinen Fall und würde die Sling immer wieder kaufen und weiterempfehlen.

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      E.N.
      Great :) but the straps could be longer

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      Wendy T.
      Sling Combo is perfect

      Depuis que j'ai acquis le Sling Combo, il me suis partout. Il est pratique, léger.

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      Customer
      False advertising

      The description of this item is: “A transformable, sustainably made Crossbody Bag that converts into a Tote Bag or Backpack.” This is not accurate because it doesn’t convert to a backpack if you need to buy separate straps for this to happen. This is a rip off. If you live in the United States I don’t recommend ordering from this company. I really wanted to love this item because the description sounds great. I ordered the first item at the end of July. After 2 months of not receiving this item I requested to get a second item, which took more than 2 weeks to arrive after having my mom make multiple trips to the post office. Apparently the first one got lost. I am disabled so I could not go to the post office myself to inquire about this item. After all this hassle (I ordered this item for a trip - getting a medical treatment in another country). Once I finally received this item, almost 3 months after ordering the first one, I notice it does not convert to a backpack, which I though is what I was primarily ordering. I went back on the site and saw that the backpack straps aren’t even included. This item shouldn’t be described as something that turns into a backpack if it’s not included. False advertising. Horrible hassle waiting for this item to arrive. Do not recommend. Very disappointed.

      We are so sorry to hear about your disappointment.

      Our deliveries to the US usually go smoothly and we are very sorry that this was not the case for your first parcel. After learning that your parcel had not been delivered after one month, we promptly launched an investigation with DHL. After one week, DHL reported that the parcel was still in US customs and that you as the recipient would need to contact the customs office to retrieve the package, although nothing indicated there were problems with the parcel itself or the import documents. We immediately forwarded the necessary information to you. After you let us know that you were unsuccessful in getting your hands on the parcel and had an upcoming trip, we promptly sent out a new replacement parcel to you, which was delivered smoothly at no additional cost to you.

      Unfortunately, sometimes things go wrong at parcel companies or customs offices, which are out of our control. While this is very rare, it is still frustrating for everyone involved. We have reviewed all our actions and messages in this case and we welcome any suggestions you might have about what we could have done differently / better in handling this issue.

      Regarding the product description and the Simple Shoulder Straps, we apologize for the confusion. We strive to be transparent about what is included with our products, and we carefully list which items are included and which add-ons are not included. Following our modular approach, we give customers the option to choose which modular components they actually want to use instead of delivering and charging them for items they may not need. We are sorry that you missed this information and are currently not able to use your bag as intended.

      If you are still interested in buying the Simple Shoulder Straps, please get in touch. We are more than willing to work with you to find a solution, including offering you lower shipping fees as they can be shipped in a smaller envelope.

      Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to have the opportunity to restore your confidence in WAYKS.

      Kind regards,
      Fabian

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      Maddy
      Purchase of the year!

      Best purchase of the year! Perfect addition to an already great backpack (best one I've ever had, 3 years and counting), and a great stand alone product as well! High quality all the way through every stitch, plus it's made of some highly durable fabric. I love the fact that the sling has so many different uses, and it has become my trusted companion from everything to grocery shopping, city rambling, hiking and even running (with the small **** pack). If something ever would happen that I would loose it or something I would buy a new one in an instant. Can highly recommend!

      About WAYKS
      Hi, we are Leonie & Fabian

      We are the sister-brother-duo behind WAYKS. We develop versatile, trans-seasonal and responsibly-made premium gear for your travels and everyday life. Whenever you contact WAYKS, you speak directly to us.

      Responsibly-Made

      Audited Manufacturer

      Our products are made by VAUDE Viet Nam. The German factory owner and his team look back on decades of experience producing high-performance mountaineering equipment. Regular audits by the Fair Wear Foundation and bluesign® help to continuously improve social and environmental manufacturing standards.

      Learn more
      Recycled Materials

      The components of our bags are mostly sourced from bluesign® System Partners and predominantly made from recycled materials, which significantly decreases their oil and water consumption as well as their CO2 emissions.

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      PFC-free Coatings

      PFCs are chemicals used in coatings to make fabrics water repellent. They are harmful to both the environment and people. Despite the availability of well-performing alternatives, many outdoor businesses continue to use them. At WAYKS, we do not source any materials with PFC finishes.

      Learn more

      What Our Customers Say

      Ich habe mich sehr gut über euer Produkt informiert und bin trotzdem von vielen Details überrascht. Ich kann nicht glauben, wie viel Liebe zum Detail in diesem Rucksack steckt! Ich möchte meinen größten Respekt für so ein durchdachtes Produkt zeigen. Ich studiere Kommunikationsdesign und weiß wie viel Arbeit in den manchmal unscheinbarsten Dingen steckt, die sich jemand überlegt und die dann einfach intuitiv für möglichst viele Leute funktionieren sollen. Deshalb bin ich umso beeindruckter von dem, was ihr mit dem Wayks One geschaffen habt.

      Hanna from Würzburg, Germany, about her WayksOne

      (translated) My Wayks arrived today already and I'm totally in love!

      Regardless of the fact that you brought a wonderful, sustainable and so incredibly well thought-out product into the world, I would also like to thank you very much for the great customer service!

      You're doing a fantastic job and I wish you all the best for the future :)

      Keep it up!!

      A very happy customer :)

      Ella from Munich, Germany, about her WayksOne

      Ach, echt schön, ihr habt so ein tolles nachhaltiges Produkt entwickelt und seid auch noch so nett ... Da fühlt man sich rundum glücklich mit seinem Kauf. :) Hatte mir so viele Rucksäcke vorher angeschaut und bin froh, mich für euren entschieden zu haben.

      Julia from Hamburg, Germany, about her WayksOne

      (translated) I wanted to tell you how amazing I find the design, functionality and ability of the backpack on the one hand, and of course how cool it is to get an insight into your production, the products you use for manufacturing and your employees . I've rarely been so excited about a brand!

      I wanted to leave you this positive feedback because I can only imagine how much effort, work and passion there is behind your project.

      Hannah from Vienna, Austria, about her WayksOne

      Tausend Dank! Von eurem Kundenservice kann sich so manch einer eine Scheibe abschneiden!

      Jakob from Vienna, Austria, about his WayksOne

      I would like to say thank you so much! You have been absolutely fantastic with customer service!! I would like to say that I just took the backpack on another trip over in Michigan and it was fantastic to use yet again.

      Brandon from Utah, USA, about his WayksOne