{"title":"Guide's Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur Guide's Edition nods to classic outdoor heritage while delivering modern functionality and a timeless, refined look. Finished with coyote accents, it’s instantly recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"founders-briefcase","title":"Founder's Briefcase","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pullquote\"\u003eClam-shell style briefcase (checkpoint friendly to boot).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLike \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-guides-pack\"\u003eThe Guide's Pack\u003c\/a\u003e, the Founder's Briefcase is the result of some deep meditations on both the past and the future of outdoor gear. Its myriad useful features will satisfy the most technically driven user, and its classic style comes as a welcome relief to the legions of ubiquitous black ballistic bags.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Founder's Briefcase is a conservatively sized, one-compartment clamshell-style briefcase. One exterior side has two zippered pockets for easy access to small stuff like phone\/wallet\/keys, and the other side has naught: there's a TOM BIHN label on both sides, so there really isn't a front and back, but rather two fronts. Two shoulder-strap-attachment points are off-centered on either side of the briefcase, ensuring that the load is balanced should you choose to carry it with its included shoulder strap. The handles aren't of the über-cushy style needed perhaps on larger briefcases, but we've found them more than comfortable for everyday use. Constructed of three-ply nylon webbing, they naturally stand up on their own and meet, always at the ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnzip the Founder's Briefcase wide and lay it open: one side has a built-in checkpoint-friendly padded laptop compartment (zip open the Founder's Briefcase and lay it flat when you're at a TSA security checkpoint and need to send your bag through the X-ray machine; no need to remove your laptop). This compartment is sized to fit the 15\" MacBook Pro Retina or anything smaller; the padding is the same as we use on our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cache\"\u003eCache\u003c\/a\u003e, though coyote brown instead of black. This pouch also fits files and folders, so if you don't carry a laptop, you'll still find it useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other surface is where the bulk of the organization lies. Front and center, you'll likely notice a strip of thick 1-1\/2\" \/ 38 mm webbing designed to accept accessories with belt clips: multitools, knives, flashlights, tape measures, pens. Behind this strip of webbing is a zippered pocket sized to fit an iPad mini (with or without Smart Case) or other tablet of the same or smaller size. The front of this pocket features a thin stiffener of impact-resistant plastic (HDPE), as well as a layer of closed-cell foam, so you needn't worry about your tablet getting whacked by your multitool. Two \u003cnobr\u003eO-rings\u003c\/nobr\u003e below the webbing strip provide tether points for your keys or what-have-you (one coyote-brown \u003ca href=\"\/products\/key-straps.html\"\u003eKey Strap\u003c\/a\u003e is included); if you feel extra pockets are in order, add a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/coyote-organizer-pouch\"\u003eCoyote Organizer Pouch\u003c\/a\u003e or two and snap them here. On the left side of the webbing strip are three pen\/pencil\/ruler slots; on the right is an open-top pocket sized for a phone or small notepad. Below all this organization is a 3D mesh pouch divided into three separate compartments; a double-slider zipper allows you to access just one of the compartments or all of them. These compartments are ideal places for power supplies, cables, point-and-shoot cameras — that kind of stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've designed an optional Packing Wedge which attaches via two Annex Clips to the interior bottom of the Founder's Briefcase. It's sized to accommodate a folded shirt and a change of underwear: if your work takes you away overnight, you'll be ready. It's also a great way to segregate and contain paperwork, an unruly down jacket, a light raincoat, or your lunch. The Packing Wedge of course will provide an additional buffer between your multitools and your laptop, should you be concerned about that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Founder's Briefcase is made of our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/materials#parapack\"\u003e420d HT nylon Classic Parapack\u003c\/a\u003e, both inside and out. You'll find its smooth surface won't collect pet hair, nor will it abrade your clothes. Because they're exposed to the elements, we've used YKK Aquaguard® water-repellent zippers on exterior pockets and the main compartment. We've sewn them \"right side up,\" which means they don't \u003cem\u003elook\u003c\/em\u003e waterproof because the coating is on the inside. We think the aesthetics are better, and the weatherproofness and durability are just as good as on the more commonly seen \"upside-down\" installation. The handles are reinforced with die-cut synthetic felt patches — their appearance is evocative of heavy leather, but they tend to not absorb water and require no maintenance. Other than that, you can expect the usual TOM BIHN treatment: multiple rows of stitching, finished seams, and lots of bar tacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.tombihn.mom\/foundersbriefcasedesign\"\u003eMore on the design of the Founder's Briefcase . . .\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOM BIHN","offers":[{"title":"Black 420 Parapack","offer_id":16409839431,"sku":"TB0780-BNSN","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Navy 420 Parapack","offer_id":45782701932733,"sku":"TB0780-NNSN","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Olive 420 Parapack","offer_id":45782704423101,"sku":"TB0780-ONSN","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/files\/foundersbriefcase-blackparapack-1.png?v=1763585154"},{"product_id":"lash-strap-25","title":"Lash Straps (pair)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOur Lash Straps (pair) are two simple webbing straps that can be used with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/the-guides-pack\"\u003eThe Guide's Pack\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/guides-edition-synapse-25\"\u003eGuide's Edition Synapse 25\u003c\/a\u003e. The Lash Straps secure to those two bags via their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.tombihn.mom\/accessorystrapholders\"\u003eaccessory strap holders\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/the-guides-pack\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe Guide's Pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUse one set of two Lash Straps on the top, left or right sides, or bottom of The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide's Pack \u003c\/span\u003eto secure a small sleeping bag, sleeping pad or other similar item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/guides-edition-synapse-25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuide's Edition Synapse 25\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse one set of two Lash Straps on the bottom to secure folding hiking poles, a jacket, or an ultralight camping chair. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlso available as an optional accessory for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/the-guides-pack\"\u003eThe Guide's Pack\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/guides-edition-synapse-25\"\u003eGuide's Edition Synapse 25\u003c\/a\u003e: an \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/ice-axe-strap-11\"\u003eIce Axe Strap\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOM BIHN","offers":[{"title":"Coyote","offer_id":16645275847,"sku":"TB0583-CA","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/products\/Guides-Pack-Lash-Strap-Pair.jpeg?v=1604562260"},{"product_id":"ice-axe-strap-11","title":"Ice Axe Strap","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOur Ice Axe Strap is a simple webbing strap that's designed to be used with either \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/the-guides-pack\"\u003eThe Guide's Pack\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/guides-edition-synapse-25\"\u003eGuide's Edition Synapse 25\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt loops through the top \/ front center accessory strap holder on either pack and is intended (you guessed it) to secure your ice axe to the front of the pack. It can also be used to secure and carry a tripod. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOM BIHN","offers":[{"title":"Coyote","offer_id":16645276423,"sku":"TB0582-CA","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/products\/Guides-Pack-Ice-Axe-Strap.jpeg?v=1606167026"},{"product_id":"ge-synik-30","title":"Guide's Edition Synik 30","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Guide's Edition Synik 30 is a refined version of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/synik-30\"\u003eSynik 30\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Designed with the outdoors in mind, it thrives in the woods and mountains but transitions effortlessly to urban settings—just like you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOM BIHN","offers":[{"title":"Saguaro Ballistic","offer_id":44664713642173,"sku":"TB0183-VKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Ballistic","offer_id":31663570026559,"sku":"TB0183-BKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mars Red Ballistic","offer_id":31663569993791,"sku":"TB0183-MKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Nebulous Ballistic","offer_id":45355207295165,"sku":"TB0183-GKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Raspberry Ballistic","offer_id":45355210768573,"sku":"TB0183-PKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Aubergine Ballistic","offer_id":31663570059327,"sku":"TB0183-UKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Ursa Ballistic","offer_id":45355227185341,"sku":"TB0183-RKCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Navy 420 Parapack","offer_id":31684306632767,"sku":"TB0183-NNCD","price":380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1089\/8530\/files\/S30-GE-Black-2.jpg?v=1746063917"},{"product_id":"ge-synik-26","title":"Guide's Edition Synik 26","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Guide's Edition Synik 26 is a refined version of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tombihn.mom\/products\/synik-26?srsltid=AfmBOoqJ3u2cOXegkMpnlEXu2rBMGjgKIPcrYvELroEjl09TuLJCJ349\u0026amp;view=v2\u0026amp;variant=44711878328509\"\u003eSynik 26\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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