Black Ember

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Black Ember linktr.ee/blackemberequipment We design and manufacture innovative products for urban life. Chris brings a wealth of design vision and technical knowledge.

Our construction techniques and custom hardware make Black Ember Packs look, feel, and function like no other pack you’ve ever owned. Designed and crafted in obsessive functional and aesthetic detail, our packs are durable and designed to keep you comfortable all day. Our innovative designs for storage and access keep your essentials organized and protected. We are a team working at the intersection of urban lifestyle and technical backpack design. Chris Gadway, Black Ember co-founder, is a former Global Creative Director for both Nike and The North Face.

10/02/2026

Magnetic Essentials - keep your most valuable items close with a satisfying magnetic - Click 😎

Grip-Sling 9 is your modular camera carry pack with a magnetic iPad sleeve and space for all your essentials ✅
09/30/2026

Grip-Sling 9 is your modular camera carry pack with a magnetic iPad sleeve and space for all your essentials ✅

09/25/2026

Ready to travel? Forge 40 expands from 30 to 40 liters with a zip ✅

09/23/2026

Citadel R3 is our top-tier EDC pack & still our most popular backpack ✅

Our new WPT Shoulder Tote is almost here : shipping starts soon & last chance for the preorder price.
09/18/2026

Our new WPT Shoulder Tote is almost here : shipping starts soon & last chance for the preorder price.

For the small days : Sacoche_01 keeps your essentials close and fits under your jacket too
09/16/2026

For the small days : Sacoche_01 keeps your essentials close and fits under your jacket too

09/11/2026

TGIF! Kompak is ready for your wknd, with just enough space for your essentials, including your phone and iPad.

We’re moving and having a SITEWIDE sale to celebrate - link in bio ☝️
09/02/2026

We’re moving and having a SITEWIDE sale to celebrate - link in bio ☝️

Ready for fall travel ? Our new WPT Duffel is your 35 liter travel companion. There’s plenty of space for packing, prote...
08/28/2026

Ready for fall travel ? Our new WPT Duffel is your 35 liter travel companion. There’s plenty of space for packing, protected quick access pockets, and the essential external shoe pocket ✅

08/26/2026

Rapidly becoming one our most popular packs: Citadel H2 holds 2 water bottles + it’s half zip design makes picking and access everyday simple ✅

Address

San Francisco, CA
94103

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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