We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Words like "pig snout" or "lash tab" probably don't pop into your mind when you think of your favorite backpack. That is, unless you're a ...
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Best North Face Backpacks

Pros: Simple, streamlined front panel with daisy-chain webbing to provide external lash points. Expansive interior with organized front compartment and dedicated 16-inch laptop compartment. FlexVent ...
Ever wonder about the diamond-shaped patch on your backpack? Well, it turns out it actually has a purpose. Marie Claire pointed out that the patch, actually called a lash tab, lashing square or a pig ...
The leather patch is a popular trend with today's backpacks. It's called a lash tab or pig snout. Originally, it was designed for outdoor packs to pass string through it and fasten equipment. Over ...