Seldom Seen releases a ton of new products, new colors, updates, and a new website. Shop the new spring line, support domestic manufacturing, and get the gear designed to get after it.
Seldom Seen was started in 2025 by Eli Santos in Bozeman, Montana. The original launch of the brand was visually stunning and already created a fantastic aesthetic, but he and his friends one-upped themselves to rebuild the Seldom Seen website with new visuals and new products. Clearly, Eli been hard at work at the sewing machine making fantastic-looking gear that he hopes will drive people to live a life well lived. Read below for some of the updates.
New Gear from Seldom Seen
The newly released spring line features a ton of new products, new colors, and updates. I spent some time perusing the new Seldom Seen website and here are some of my personal favorites:
Seldom Seen Fika XL
Nothing more than an oversized version of the Fika Hip Pack, the XL model is built for the over packers among us (we know who we are). Equally functional carried on the waist or as a cross body, the Fika XL has room for all of your essentials and then some. Because of the added volume, you now have the ability to carry a 14oz+ can of bear spray. Additionally, the XL gains a daisy chain on the front of the pack, which allows you to customize your carry however you’d like. The Anything Straps integrate particularly well here.
The Fika XL has the additional ability to be carried cross-body with a stabilizer strap. The stabilizer virtually eliminates sway, and lets you really get after it while carrying in sling mode.
The Camera Mod in the XL is a big step up in volume and customization from the standard Fika. With two padded dividers, and 8″ of velcro, you can carry a plethora of different cameras, lenses, and gear. In testing, we even fit two Mamiya 645’s with a spare lens in a single bag…
If adding a stabilizer strap to your order, it will match the color-way of your pack.
Details and Features:
- Designed and sewn in the Seldom Seen studio in Bozeman, MT.
- Main Fabrics are Recycled
- Dual Adjust Polymer Austri Alpin Cobra buckle
- USA made YKK water resistant zippers and pulls
- Aluminum hardware throughout
- User replaceable lid bungee
- Camera Mod adds the ability to safely and comfortably carry a camera
- Daisy Chain for maximum customizability
- Designed to carry XL (14oz+) bear spray
- Dimensions/Volume:
Anything Straps
The Anything Straps are just that. They integrate with every Seldom Seen bag, and allow you to customize your kit to your preference. Alternatively, you can use them to strap things into a bike basket, lock down the cuff of your pants on a ride, and anything else you can think of.
Details and Materials
- User-replaceable bungee
- Designed and Handmade in the Seldom Seen studio in Bozeman, MT.
- Useful for ANYTHING
- Aluminum hardware
- Dimensions/Volume: One size fits all
Gleaner Tote
The gleaner tote is the middle child of the Seldom Seen tote line. The perfect size for an everyday tote bag, or the ideal carry-on size for minimalist travel. The gleaner does everything well. In addition to being a versatile everyday tote, the Gleaner is designed to be an easy to attach and easy to use bag that fits perfectly in a Wald 139 bike basket.
If you plan to run the Gleaner as a basket bag, then select the “Bike Mod” option to add attachment straps, or you can order Anything Straps later down the road. Additionally, the Gleaner has attachment points to carry your Chasm Pro on the back.
Details and Materials:
- Recycled fabrics
- Designed and sewn in the Seldom Seen studio in Bozeman, MT.
- USA Made YKK water resistant zippers and pulls
- USA Made Mil Spec webbing and hardware
- Water resistant front pocket to stash your wallet/keys/phone/etc, with hidden secondary stash spot
- Daisy chain on both sides of the bag allows for even greater versatility
- Designed to fit perfectly in a Wald 139 bike basket
- Add “Bike Mod” at order, or Anything Straps later on to attach to a basket.
- Attachment points for Chasm Pro
- Dimensions/Volume:
- 22″wide x 16″tall x 11″deep
- Approximately 30L Capacity
Chasm Pro
The CHASM Pro is the largest crossbody bag in the CHASM line. Designed to stay by your side, no matter where life takes you. The Pro is more similar in size to a musette bag, and features a lash point in order to use the included stabilizer strap. The CHASM Pro features mesh front pocket, adjustable strap, interior key hook, stabilizer strap, and rear lash point.
Whether you’re commuting, running errands, or getting out on an adventure, the CHASM Pro is your stable, lightweight, and waterproof companion.
Details and Materials:
- Designed and sewn in the Seldom Seen studio in Bozeman, MT.
- Recycled fabrics from Challenge Sailcloth and XPac
- USA made YKK water resistant zippers and pulls
- USA Made Mil Spec cordage and hardware
- Aluminum Key Hook
- Removable stabilizer strap
- Dimensions/Volume:
- More than you think!
- Strap expands to a 60″ circumference
Lite Leash
The Lite Leash is your daily driver both in town, and the mountains. At 80″, the Lite Leash is the ideal size and weight for training, or for walks of any length. Constructed from 1/2″ Biothane, which is waterproof UV stable, and won’t stretch or warp. The locking carabiner keeps the leash secured to your dogs collar, and the removable dog bag holder means that you don’t have to tie bags to the handle anymore. Everything you need, and nothing you don’t. All in a package that can be easily fit into your jacket pocket.
Details and Materials:
- Designed and sewn in the Seldom Seen studio in Bozeman, MT.
- USA Made Biothane Webbing
- Aluminum hardware throughout
- Removable Dog Bag Carrier
- Dimensions/Volume:
- 80″, Custom lengths available upon request.
