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January 17, 2019
An Amazing Alternative to Shampoo for Low Porosity Natural Hair
October 11, 2016
The 5 Best Oils for Low Porosity Natural Hair
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by Sabrina Perkins of SeriouslyNatural.org
Hair porosity is how well hair is able to absorb and hold onto moisture. There is low, medium and high and all three affect your hair more than knowing your hair's type. As hair porosity becomes more relevant to naturals, the desire to not only know what type one has but what products will be ideal in managing that porosity.
October 20, 2015
How to Get Moisture into Low Porosity Natural Hair
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If you have low porosity hair, chances are you've spent many a wash day trying different deep conditioners in search of a holy grail. When you have no idea how to effectively deep condition your low porosity hair, wash day can be a nightmare. But what if I told you that the method of application can make a world of a difference?
This simple method will help open your hair cuticle so that it is ready to receive moisture and make wash day a breeze!
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October 14, 2015
How to Moisturize Your Highly Porous Hair This Fall and Winter
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Fall is upon us and winter is not far off as we are feeling the cooler temperatures and gearing up for the holiday season. It may not be apparent just yet, but naturals will need to get ready for the fall and winter weather for our hair. More naturals will be protective styling or adjust their spray bottle concoctions, but naturals with high porosity hair will also need to find ways to absorb just enough moisture - and retain it.
August 28, 2015
Tips for Moisturizing Dry Natural Hair (Low Porosity)
Hair porosity is a key player in effectively moisturizing our hair. If you are on either end of the spectrum (low or high porosity) then you know how daunting it can seem to keep your hair moisturized. This is due to the outer layer aka cuticle of the hair. The way the cuticle of your hair lays and opens is the determining factor of your porosity.
August 18, 2015
Hair Porosity 101- Natural Hair Care
by AmandaPorosity is moving to the forefront of the hair typing conversation, and rightfully so. With the focus of healthy hair being moisture, understanding your hair's porosity and the products that will cater to its needs are important. There are three porosity levels: low, medium (normal), and high. Low porosity hair has a cuticle that is tightly bound, making it challenging for moisture and chemicals to effectively penetrate and be released. High porosity has gaps and holes in the cuticle, which allow it to quickly absorb moisture and chemicals while also quickly releasing them. High porosity hair can be a result of genetics, over manipulation, heat usage, or chemical processing. Medium porosity is the easiest to manage and is the happy medium. There are multiple ways to check your hair's porosity.
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June 15, 2015
The Importance of Hair Porosity in Natural Hair Care
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July 29, 2014
The Maximum Hydration Method for 4C Hair
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by Curly Penny
February 27, 2014
Low Porosity Hair- Four solutions to help your strands absorb moisture.
Think of your hair like a sponge. Your curls have the same ability as a sponge: soak in and absorb moisture. Most of us add a zillion ingredients to help moisturize, define, hold, and add a little shine or an extra pop of color. On some occasions, our hair does not absorb certain products the way we want it to and we are left with dry, brittle strands and confused about why all the oils and creams that work so well for others do not work with our hair. Hair porosity is the factor that affects how much moisture your hair can absorb. It is the cuticle or outer layer of the hair that defines whether hair has high, normal, or low porosity.
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December 6, 2013
Hair Porosity and Your Natural Hair Regimen
by Precious Henshaw of PreciousHenshaw.com
Hair can be described as having low, normal or high porosity. In each of these types of porosities, the cuticle, or the outer layer of the hair, is a bit different.
In hair with low porosity, the cuticles are compact; they lie flat. Hair with low porosity typically does not absorb moisture very readily. Hair with low porosity tends to resist the absorption of hair color, chemicals, and heat, and is much more difficult to process than hair with normal porosity or high porosity. When the hair is exposed to water, the water may bead up on the hair before it actually begins to absorb.
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August 23, 2013
Applying Products to Low Porosity Hair
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August 18, 2013
Efficient Air Drying for Natural Hair
by Alicia James of MsAliciaJames.com
I have low porosity hair and once moisture gets in it stays in. I can say I haven't really ever had a problem with keeping moisture in my hair. The horrible thing about that is once my hair is wet it can literally sometimes take up to 24 hours to dry. I am someone who uses heat, but I also like to minimize the amount of heat I use on my hair, so air drying can be great when it doesn't take forever.
Here is how I minimize the amount of time it takes to air dry my tight coily natural hair:
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April 10, 2013
How to Deep Condition Low Porosity Hair
When you buy new furniture, applying Scotch Guard will keep spills and liquid from soaking into it. Having low porosity hair is equivalent to having Scotch Guard on your hair, as low porosity doesn't absorb moisture the way high porosity hair does. (click here to see if you have low or high porosity strands)
This makes it difficult to apply products like deep conditioner to low porosity hair. These simple methods will help your hair accept the products and treatments it needs to stay moisturized.
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January 10, 2013
411 on Hair Porosity and Natural Hair Regimens
by Mahisha Dellinger of Curls.biz
Whether you love it or hate it, most of you are aware of Andre Walker's hair typing chart. One topic that is less ubiquitous is the term "porosity" as it relates to curly hair. As a fellow curly, I am well aware of the challenges we face — frizz, dryness, limp hair, fluffy hair, uneven hair, 2-3 textures…the list goes on and on. I firmly believe that you can solve most of your daily challenges by selecting the appropriate products based on your hair's porosity.
But first of all, let's take a look at just what hair porosity is.
The state or property of being porous, or permeable to fluids and outside influences.
A structure or part that is porous and capable of being penetrated. The ratio of the volume of all the pores in a material to the volume of the whole. In essence, your hair's porosity is the measure of its ability to absorb and hold onto moisture. This factor will help you determine the most effective way of moisturizing your textured tresses.
What is My Porosity?
Ready to discover your hair's porosity? Take a strand of your hair (after gently brushing or finger combing your hair) and place it in a glass of water. Observe how your hair responds to being immersed in water.
- High porosity hair will sink quickly to the bottom, therefore it readily absorbs water.
- Low porosity hair will take a long time to sink to the bottom of the glass of water, if at all. In this case, the hair is unable to absorb the water.
- Normal porosity hair will sink at a medium pace, not too fast or too slow.
High Porosity
High porosity hair has a difficult time holding onto moisture as it easily escapes the raised cuticles. It is important to avoid drying detergents and heavy silicones (for some) that may further exacerbate the issue.
TIP: Shop for rich creams and butters for your hair. I suggest sealing the hair in layers…start with a moisture rich leave in, follow up with a cream, and finish with a heavy butter.
I also suggest that high porosity curlies try a ACV (apple cider vinegar) rinse. This is a great way to temporarily close your cuticle, and enable the hair to retain moisture.
Low Porosity
Low porosity hair is typically much harder to moisturize since it is more difficult for moisture to penetrate the hair shaft. Prep time is paramount for low porosity curlies. Every step in your daily routine is important and will determine how healthy your hair is. Avoid moisture sapping products, including alcohol based gels, hairspray and mousse.
TIP: Shop for water based, liquid leave in moisturizers that will moisturize without heaviness. Also, make sure to add a natural oil to your regime. Opt for a light to seal your hair after moisturizing. I prefer jojoba oil since it most resembles the sebum produced in our scalp. Heavy oils will be harder to absorb and will simply sit on top of it and weigh it down.
Medium Porosity
If you fall in this category, you are only lucky curly! Medium porosity hair is easily moisturized and retains its moisture level well. My hair has normal (medium) porosity. One of my favorite ways to keep my curls hydrated is to do a conditioning rinse, then reapply a thin layer of conditioner (add more on the ends) and finally seal with pure monoi oil.
TIP: Shop for moisturizing conditioners, that can double as a leave in. Avoid protein heavy conditioners for this purpose, as the residual protein can lead to straw like curls. Add a few natural oils to the mix for sealing your hair. I prefer oils that also offer amazing benefits. Monoi de Tahiti and pomegranate seed oil are my favorites.
October 10, 2012
Low Porosity Hair- Natural Hair Care and Styling
by L. Providence of PartyOverHair.com
Always wonder why it takes your hair forever and a day to dry? Or how about why it seems as if products, particularly heavy butters and creams, just sit on your hair? Chances are you may have low porosity hair. If you're unsure, take a few strands of your freshly washed hair and place them in a cup of room temperature... how long does it take your hair to float to the bottom? Does it even float to the bottom? Yea, you have low porosity hair.
It seems as if all naturals will struggle with maintaining moisture at some point in their hair journey. Lo-po hair naturals have it no different. This Lo-po V.I.P list is compiled of products that aid in raising your tight cuticles so that products can penetrate.
Wash days + co-washing
+ When you have low porosity hair, heat needs to become your best friend as it aids in opening cuticles. The best way to heat hair and moisturize is with a steamer, such as the Huetiful Steamer. Aside from just using a steamer for your deep conditioning treatments, start using it for your pre-poos as well. A cheap alternative to steaming is placing your hair under a plastic cap and wrapping a hot towel around your head.
+ If you don't have time to give yourself deep conditioning treatments with heat, consider heating up your conditioner before applying to your hair, as well as rinsing your hair with warm water before applying conditioner. A lot of lo-po naturalistas tend to have great experiences with Giovanni 50/50 Balanced Hair Moisturizer and made this one of their favorite conditioners to use.
+ Since baking soda is alkaline in nature, it can temporarily lift the hair's cuticle. You can add a little baking soda to your conditioners or try the Cherry Lola Treatment, in which you mix baking soda with water and apply to your hair before rinsing out with cool water. With your cuticles raised, you'll need to reseal with something acidic like Aloe Vera Juice.
+ When it comes to clarifying, consider using Bentonite Clay which can be used like a shampoo to trap and remove dirt, debris, buildup and other particles from your hair and scalp.
Protein Treatments
+ When it comes to protein, don't go overboard as your hair doesn't require much of it. If you decided to use protein, look for hydrolyzed rice, silk and wheat protein as they tend to be really good in penetrating and coating low porosity hair.
Daily Use
+ You must allow your hair some time to dry before attempting to apply products. When applying products, it's best to start with a water based product, like Shea Moisture Enhancing Curl Smoothie, before trying to apply additional products. Look for richer conditioners with great emollients, such as jojoba oil, but sans the plethora of unnecessary oils.
+ Try finding products that contain humectants, such as Glycerin or Honey to draw out moisture. The glycerin is something you'll have to experiment with as some people swear by it, while others loathe it. Glycerin is said to work better in climates with high humidity.
+ Some lo-po naturals tend to be extremely oil sensitive or may even choose not to use oil altogether. If you are going to use oil, avoid your heavier oils like coconut and opt for a lighter oil like Grapeseed Oil.
For those of you what low porosity hair, have you tried any of these products to help with dryness? What are some other products you would recommend?


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I am often asked why I "enjoy" doing long-distance running events, and the answer comes down to learning how to push through physical and emotional barriers and build greater resilience to difficult things. That said, I think we all desire to be a little stronger, even if it means just being able to get out of be in the morning and greet the new day. Every effort, no matter the distance, is a feat deeply worthy of respect and congratulations.
What is pretty amazing about such running events is the overwhelming feeling of support among runners, no matter if your first or last.
In thinking of mutual support and difficult experiences, I created this listening activity. Give it a try:

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Reality gets in the way of Mike Pence's Veterans Day pitch
"The debt our Nation owes those who have worn the uniform is a debt we will never be able to fully repay," Vice President Mike Pence wrote yesterday in a tweet recognizing Veterans Day. "But just as those courageous men and women have fought for us, [Donald] Trump & our administration have fought for them."
That second sentence suggested it wasn't enough for the vice president to honor the service and sacrifices of America's veterans; Pence decided it'd also be a good idea to add a political element to his message. Recognizing those who served on Veterans Day is important, but for the vice president, recognizing Donald Trump matters, too.
Pence's tweet directed people to a Fox News op-ed, ostensibly written by the vice president himself, with a headline that read, "Veterans have no better friend than President Trump."
This president and our administration understand that veterans' benefits are not entitlements – they're earned. They are the ongoing compensation for services rendered in the uniform of the United States. And since the outset of our administration, we've taken decisive action to make good on our promise to the heroes who've served.
There's a degree of unseemliness to attaching a political public-relations angle to a message recognizing veterans. Mike Pence's pitch, in effect, was, "Happy Veterans Day. But enough about you; now let me tell you how awesome Donald Trump is."
Even if we put this aside, is the administration's actual record on veterans' issues as impressive as the vice president wants the public to believe?
It was Donald Trump, for example, who showed his deep concern for veterans by nominating someone to lead the VA whom the president later admitted "might not have been qualified."
It was a couple of months earlier when we learned about "the Mar-a-Lago Crowd" that helped oversee Trump's Department of Veterans Affairs. Pro Publica uncovered a dynamic in which three wealthy members of Trump's Florida resort effectively helped run the VA for months, despite having no relevant experience, and despite no oversight or accountability of any kind, basically because they're pals with the president through the club he still owns and profits from.
The triumvirate of Bruce Moskowitz, Ike Perlmutter, and Marc Sherman oversaw everything from the VA's digital records system to personnel decisions, occasionally using their influence in ways that may have benefited their private financial interests.
Around the same time these revelations came to light, the Trump administration also took steps to suspend audits of lenders for violations of the Military Lending Act, which had the practical effect of making military families more susceptible to "financial fraud, predatory loans and credit card gouging." (The move "surprised advocates for military families," the New York Times reported in August.)
We can keep going. Under Trump, veterans have struggled to receive their benefits under the G.I. Bill. The president has misled the public about the VA Accountability Act. The veterans' hotline the Republican promised to create during his 2016 campaign has turned into a bust. Trump has politicized the Board of Veterans' Appeals in unprecedented ways. This morning, the Republican went so far as to inadvertently make the case for disenfranchising some veterans who cast votes while serving abroad.
Veterans "have no better friend" than Donald Trump? This White House has a curious definition of "friend."


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A reclining seal carved by Cape Dorset's Noah Parr from a vivid green serpentine stone.
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When the Lunar New Year is just around the corner, Singapore gets busy with loads of parades, festivals and life-size lantern displays that never fail to impress. Here's how you join the festivities.
This riverside festival is one of the country's most iconic celebrations and offers an all-out extravaganza of fireworks and impressive performances that last a total of 10 days. No discerning tourist should miss out on this huge party, which promises a bevy of amusement rides, displays of utterly stunning lanterns at every corner, traditional dance and song troupe performances, and, of course, a display of mouth-watering food, which the foodie in you will love with relish. If you are visiting Singapore from 26th January to 4th February, do head over to the Marina Bay Floating Platform, just 11 minutes for guests at Park Hotel Farrer Park. Each day the skies light up with a spectacular fireworks display, taking place at midnight on New Year's Eve and 9 pm on all other days.
A brilliant spectacle of dance, light, acrobats and fiery dragons, the Chingay Parade offers one of the most vibrant experiences of all. Over 11,000 performers vie for your attention, as parades take place along the street. Enjoy the extravagant costumes, the impressive floats and performers that include wushu masters, lithe acrobats, dragon dancers and much more. Ideal entertainment for the entire family, the parade is a combination of pyrotechnics, music and dance. Held between the 10th and 11th of February, the parade takes place along F1 Pit Building, Republic Boulevard. Catch the pre-parade at 7 pm and the main event at 8 pm; tickets must be bought. Republic Boulevard is less than 10 minutes from hotels in Serangoon Road, Singapore, also, a convenient location for catching various New Year celebrations.
Come Chinese New Year and foodies are at a loss about which buffet to grace. Many of the top restaurants and hotels in Singapore offer tantalizing buffet spreads that leave most travellers stuck for choice. You certainly won't feel any hunger pangs during this time of year treats such as fresh seafood, traditional suckling pig, crispy roasted pig belly, Pecking duck, longevity buns, desserts such as nian go and sweet pineapple buns up for grabs.
Chinatown most certainly cannot be overlooked during Chinese New Year; the bustling streets, exotic food and colourful decorations never fail to impress. Enjoy a marvellous holiday shopping fiesta at the Festive Street Bazaar and stock up on all those delicious festive goodies such as peanut cookies, waxed duck meat and pineapple tarts. Make sure to catch the International Lions Dance Competition which takes place on the 14th and 15th of January and try and make it for the New Year's Eve countdown party held between 6 pm to 1 am.
Lovers of arts and culture should not miss out on this spectacular show, featuring the works of traditional and modern Chinese artists. You are stuck for choice with the variety of entertainment on offer, choose from dance, music, theatre and others with popular performances being 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' given a Cantonese twist and performed by the Dionysus Contemporary Theatre.


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There was a night of rioting in the Balad as the hometeam failed to beat the visiting Athletik in a tense high scoring game. The trouble started as goats were let onto the pitch by the Athletik fans in a deliberate move to bait the notoriously aggressive Dynamo crowd.
Commissioner of Police Methodius was heard on a police scanner advising his men "that's torn it; the Agris are going to go crazy. It's going to be a long night. Stand by all units; switch frequencies and activate jamming now...."
The trouble was contained in the Balad and some 300 arrests were made; Polizi casualties were minimal and Minister of Interior Blaroj has already praised the Commissioner and "the brave men of the Polizi who ensured this violence did not spread and worry our tourist guests."
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Kett Level 1 Airbrush Workshop
Kett Level 1 Airbrush Workshop – Paul Mitchell the School – Chicago | 1225 S Halsted St. | Chicago, IL 60607 9am-5pm
KETT AIRBRUSH – LEVEL 1 | CHICAGO, IL | APRIL 14, 2019: KETT Airbrush Makeup Classes are distinguished as the most comprehensive in the industry. This one-day airbrush makeup class will build upon your basic makeup skills and focus on the fundamentals of airbrushing. You will work first-hand with professional airbrush equipment and experience a new level of creativity with an emphasis on technique, artistic style and control. From choosing the correct foundation shade and perfecting the complexion to creating three-dimensional features for eyes and cheeks, this class will streamline your makeup skills to a new professional level.


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Elderflower Jelly
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A delicately perfumed floral jelly
The elder has a long and romantic history, including the legend that its roots sheltered the Queen of the Fairies.
Made using organically grown elderflowers, with a reduced sugar content, this jelly preserves all the flavour and perfume of the delicate elderflower.
Try stirring a spoonful into fruit compotes. Perfect with rhubarb and apricot, the elderflower also brings out the flavour of muscat wine - use your imagination to create sensational puddings. Just as delicious served simply spread on fresh bread or pancakes.
Recipe idea : Elderflower icecream
Mix together: 250cl fresh cream, 4 soup spoons of elderflower jelly, the juice of half a lemon
Cane sugar, water, elderflowers, lemon, agar agar (natural gelling agent). Total sugar content 62g per 100g jam.
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Ann (Short) Rogers
Waverly, NY
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Obit provided by Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home
Ann (Short) Rogers, 62, of Owego, passed away after a long four year battle with cancer.
Predeceased by her mother, Sarah Viette; brother, David Short; two nieces, Tammy Jo and Melody.
Carol is survived by her husband of 46 years, Roy D. Rogers; son and daughter-in-law, Roy and Tylene Rogers, Jr.; three daughters and son-in-law, Tina Rogers; Pam and Greg Fredenburg, Hope Gochenaur; 17 grandchildren; 10 greatgrandchildren; father, Kenneth Short; three brothers and sister-in-law, Steven and Joyce Short, Kenneth and Donna Short, Roger and Doris Short; sister-in-law, Judy Short; aunt, Juna Tinkam; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home.
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Facebook's stablecoin will be backed by the US dollar, the euro, the yen, the pound sterling and the Singapore dollar. Therefore, the Chinese yuan will not be included in the basket, Bloomberg reports.
Facebook's decision comes after US Senator Mark Warner said China could convince the Libra Association to add the RMB to the basket that will back its stablecoin. According to Warner, China has been pressuring authorities in other countries to add their national currency to their reserves, which is why the politician has asked Facebook not to include the yuan in the basket of currencies that will back Libra. Facebook has said:
"Any decision whether to add a new currency to the Libra Reserve would be made based on all the facts and circumstances at the time, including any direct or indirect regulatory restrictions. Libra Association will not offer the Libra digital currency in any jurisdiction until it has fully addressed regulatory concerns and received appropriate approvals in that jurisdiction."
An official from the People's Bank of China has recently said that China is working on a stablecoin which is very similar to Libra, but it is not a copy of it.
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Playworks uses the power of play to teach conflict resolution, fair play, and empathy to transform children's social and emotional health. Playworks' evidence-based program teaches students new games and skills that include every child, regardless of knowledge or ability.
Playworks serves 6 elementary schools in Durham and Wake Counties, including Eastway Elementary in the EDCI Zone.


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Today's Lesson From The Craft Room: I Need To Stop Looking To The Comments & Views For Affirmation That I ExistI post a new post or a new video and I find myself checking the post or the video for the number of views or for comments. As if to let myself know that if someone looks at my words or my creations that somehow I really do exist. Giving this power to comments and views has a very dangerous side - because sometimes (much more frequently than not), there are no comments and it can make me feel down. Why do I let it? When I go surfing around on the internet, it is rare that I leave comments anywhere - that in no way means that I wasn't touched, inspired, energized by what I saw or read. I have just visited, as if robed in an invisibility cloak, and didn't leave a sign that I was there. So I will continue to post, hoping that you are out there - hoping that in some way I am connecting with you, inspiring you, touching you. Thank you so much for stopping by even if you are wearing your cloak of invisibility :)
Today's card was soooo simple to make and is quite elegant! I began with a Sahara Sand card base and stamped the Elements of Style floral image in Primrose Petals ink. Next I punched out a decorative label punch from Naturals Ivory card stock and then did a bit of paper piercing using my piercing tool, piercing mat, and Essentials paper piercing pack (LOVING the piercing pack - you'll be seeing me using this product A LOT!). I stamped the sentiment from Teeny Tiny Wishes with Primrose Petals and used the small oval punch to punch it out. I sponged the edges and popped it up on dimensionals. Next came a small piece of Crumb Cake seam binding with a vintage trinket pin. The final touch was a spritz using the spritzer tool and a Crumb Cake marker. I hope you like it :)


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This carryall provides a shallower bag that is easier to get your gear into and out of. Purpose designed to provide an ITM compatible shoulder carryall.
· Fully padded walls for added protection
· Three large outer pockets
· Reinforced webbing handles and padded shoulder strap
· Twin-direction zips
· Made from high quality 600 denier material
53 x 41 x 28cm
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- Product Code: K0290003
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