New power stations have been coming out left and right in recent years. The demand increases due to the popularity of outdoor activities, remote work, emergency preparedness, and advancements in battery technologies. Due to this, companies created innovations to set them apart from each other.

Coalax paired the usual power station with something practical: a bag. We managed to get our hands on the Lancer Modular Camera Backpack together with the Lancer 100W Power Station, a Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment Kit (MOLLE Kit), a 25W Solar Panel, and two Magic Arms.

The bag and I went on an urban adventure, roaming around with different means of transportation. I even brought this to an event—and did an impromptu product demonstration as people around me were curious.

It’s quite big and a lot heavier compared to my usual backpack, especially when I attached all of the accessories to it. The foam at the back made it comfortable to carry around. The exoskeleton design makes it unique, appealing, and multiuse. The various attachment fits like a glove, making it sturdy and reducing the chance of a part being lost.

The top bag is removable, which was mainly advertised for drone usage, but I used it for my camera gear and accessories. Meanwhile, the main bag was for my office items. Everything I needed had a place in the bag, which made the whole organization easier.

The bottom portion has internal pockets that fit a good amount, perfect for cords, batteries, memory cards, and other smaller-sized items. While in the back pocket, small- to medium-sized laptops and tablets can fit.

There’s a small pocket at the back for the rain cover, which is attached to avoid misplacing it. I unintentionally had to test the water resistance due to the tropical weather. Surprisingly, the weatherproofing of the bag plus the rain cover had my gear dry as a bone.

My nature of work doesn’t require us to stay at the office; there are moments when I go to events or coffee shops. If there’s no outlet, this is where the Lancer 100W Power Station shines. My coworkers and I managed to plug in a laptop, two phones, and even an electric bike. It has multiple AC and DC plugs. And it even has an emergency light on the side.

When I was attaching it to the backpack, it gave a satisfying click when placed properly. It had a plastic exterior, which was not scratch-resistant—and which I learned the hard way. It also has a modern display that showcases the hours of use, the battery percentage, and other features.

Meanwhile, the 25W Solar Panel is handy for outdoor activities such as camping and picnics. It can charge the phone or charge the Power Station directly. The hooks that come with the set help keep that hands-free approach going.

I didn’t manage to utilize the Magic Arms as much as we wanted to because I don’t own a 360° camera. But we did try using the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 and Action 2. It was sturdy even when walking. There was an obvious bounce, but that was to be expected when walking. I didn’t have to worry about my gear falling, even if it weighed a bit more than the 360° cameras.

Due to its modular design, some usual bag parts—such as a water bottle holder—are not available, but due to the MOLLE Kit, my thermal flask could be easily attached to the bag externally. The other use case for the kit would be for camera equipment or camping tools.

I wouldn’t recommend this for office use or daily commute. Bringing this big bag into a tricycle will be a bit tricky—especially for people with back problems. However, I would suggest it to photographers, videographers, and drone pilots who commute by car or motorcycle, as well as to backpackers who want customizability and multiuse bags.

When I was using it, I was amazed at how practical it was for content creators. Everything could be hands-free. I would get one for myself mainly because of the backpack’s customizability, and upgrade the 100W Power Station to the 300W Power Station because I might need it for an extended period.

If you want a closer look, this is available at the Alpha Lifestyle store.