$115.00
At the end of the Gunflint Trail in Northeast Minnesota lies the largest, deepest lake in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness — Saganaga. Popular for travel and fishing, the area is loaded with campsites and several species of fish. The shoulder bag that shares its name is loaded with features.
Little Saganaga Travel SatchelBig Saganaga Travel Satchel
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Description

Compartments that a traveler, no matter on land or water can appreciate. The inside zipped compartment is unique. It opens inside the back to a full length slip pocket that provides storage up and in the flap as well as down in the back. Made at Frost River in Duluth, these satchels are available in two sizes - Big and Little - just like the lakes. 

Features & Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZE:
Little: 7.5in H x 9.25in W x 3in D About 3.4L
Big: 10.75in H x 14.25in W x 3.75in D About 9.4L

WEIGHT:
Little: 1.75 lb
Big: 2 lb

CLOSURE: Magnetic snaps- little: 1 snap, big: 2 snaps

EXTERIOR POCKETS: 1 full width slip

INTERIOR POCKETS: 3 slip pockets across the inside front, 1 zip full height into flap at back

MATERIALS: 18 oz. waxed cotton canvas, solid brass hardware, cotton web strap, brass finished magnetic snaps

Sustainability

When you invest in a Frost River made-in-the USA item, you’re not just getting gear that’s handcrafted and locally-made, you’re getting a piece made with intent. 
  • Lifetime Guarantee and robust repair program to keep your Frost River gear going for years to come.
  • Premium Materials sourced from businesses that have sustainability in mind.
  • Solar-Powered Manufacturing facility allowing us to craft Frost River goods with clean, renewable energy.
  • Investments in Technology that ensure the highest yield of our materials is consumed.

  • Made in USA

  • 30 - Day return

  • Secured payment

  • Quality Assurance

We've got your back

  • Made In USA

    Duluth, Minnesota

  • Lifetime Guarantee

    Build to Last

  • Handcrafted

    Heritage Goods

  • Premium Materials

    Raw Reliability

Handcrafted with leather from Red Wing, MN, waxed canvas and solid brass hardware. Here's a messenger bag you'll enjoy for decades to come.

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZE:
Little: 7.5in H x 9.25in W x 3in D.
Big: 10.75in H x 14.25in W x 3.75in D

WEIGHT:
Little: 1.75 lb
Big: 2 lb

CLOSURE: Magnetic snaps- little: 1 snap, big: 2 snaps

EXTERIOR POCKETS: 1 full width slip

INTERIOR POCKETS: 3 slip pockets across the inside front, 1 zip full height into flap at back

MATERIALS: 18 oz. waxed cotton canvas, solid brass hardware, cotton web strap, brass finished magnetic snaps

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Tales from the trail

Fabric from the Fairfield Archives
Legacy in Every Yard Photo by Jonny Gios
Behind the Seams: The Machines That Make It Happen
Behind the Seams: The Machines  That Make It Happen Photo by Jonny Gios
BWCA Trip Checklist
BWCA Canoe Trip Checklist Photo by: 

CUSTOMER Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Blake
Great bag

I got this bag to use for work and every day carry. It fits my needs perfectly. I can fit my laptop, notebooks, toolkit, along with some other daily essentials without issue. The craftsmanship is exceptional and I look forward to using it for years to come.

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Saganaga Travel Satchel

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Jessica Honza
High quality work bag!

I am a teacher and haul lots of stuff (laptop, grading, etc) from home to work and back again every day. This bag is perfect

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James
Good bag

The bag is just the size I was looking for. The quality of the craftsmanship and materials is obvious. I just wish the strap was a couple of inches longer.

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Talley
5 years strong (and one repair deep).

I got my messenger bag, which has some differences from the current version, as a gift in December 2020. I've used it every workday since. Literally—it's the only laptop/work bag I own.

After four years of hard use (I am not gentle with my possessions), I started seeing some wear where my laptop corners consistently abraded the canvas. By this summer (2025), the wear had progressed to two small, fraying holes in the bottom of the bag.

I emailed Frost River about repairs. Their response was prompt and their repair cost ($15) was very reasonable. I sent the bag in on July 3 and got it back on July 12, good as new and ready for at least another five years of hard use.

Stellar product, stellar customer service, stellar company.

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