The downside of leather for a cross body travel bag is the added weight, and the inability to wipe clean any travel spills
Itll work well for loads all the way up to 20 lbs and still feel great, maybe even a bit more
Its waterproof, leather-looking, antibacterial silicone is what Kyle Bergman, former senior merchant at Birchbox and founder of Swoveralls, loves most about the bag, saying its leakproof and essentially stain-resistant, as well as very easy to clean. It doesnt have as much of a handle as some others, but based on the product images, the loop seems to have been designed to be big enough to fit a finger through, though using it with a carabiner to hook on to another bag might be more comfortable
While Ultra will take on less water weight than other materials, trusting this material to provide long-term protection akin to a dry bag is likely to eventually result in wet gear
Overall, its lightweight design makes it ideal for anyone trying to save some ounces on the trail while still offering the tough durability you need for adventure