Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway Backpack
One size / Blackout
$65.99
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Carry a piece of Pittsburgh rail history on everyday journeys. The Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway grew from an ambitious extension planned for a wider rail network, with work beginning in 1901 and passenger service reaching the city in 1904. Its route later connected with the Western Maryland Railway at Connellsville, helping shape the Alphabet Route. This backpack honors the railway’s tunnels, bridges, terminal, and changing connections in a story rooted in the region.
The Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway began as the Wabash Pittsburgh Terminal Railway, a Pittsburgh extension planned as part of George J. Gould’s broader rail system. Work began in 1901, and passenger service into Pittsburgh’s Wabash Terminal started in 1904, with connections toward Toledo, Chicago, St. Louis, and Kansas City. Financial pressures led the original company into receivership in 1908. Sold at foreclosure in 1916, it was reorganized under its later name. A key gap in Gould’s proposed network remained until an extension to Connellsville, Pennsylvania, opened in 1931, linking with the Western Maryland Railway and helping form the Alphabet Route. The Pennsylvania Railroad acquired a controlling interest in 1929 through Pennroad. Norfolk and Western Railway leased the line in 1964, alongside its acquisition of the Nickel Plate. In 1990, the lease passed to a newly established Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway. The original Pittsburgh terminal was damaged by fires in 1946 and demolished in 1953; the Wabash Bridge was removed in 1948. The railway’s successor arrangements preserve a distinctive chapter in Pittsburgh-area rail history.
Carry a piece of Pittsburgh rail history on everyday journeys. The Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway grew from an ambitious extension planned for a wider rail network, with work beginning in 1901 and passenger service reaching the city in 1904. Its route later connected with the Western Maryland Railway at Connellsville, helping shape the Alphabet Route. This backpack honors the railway’s tunnels, bridges, terminal, and changing connections in a story rooted in the region.
The Pittsburgh and West Virginia Railway began as the Wabash Pittsburgh Terminal Railway, a Pittsburgh extension planned as part of George J. Gould’s broader rail system. Work began in 1901, and passenger service into Pittsburgh’s Wabash Terminal started in 1904, with connections toward Toledo, Chicago, St. Louis, and Kansas City. Financial pressures led the original company into receivership in 1908. Sold at foreclosure in 1916, it was reorganized under its later name. A key gap in Gould’s proposed network remained until an extension to Connellsville, Pennsylvania, opened in 1931, linking with the Western Maryland Railway and helping form the Alphabet Route. The Pennsylvania Railroad acquired a controlling interest in 1929 through Pennroad. Norfolk and Western Railway leased the line in 1964, alongside its acquisition of the Nickel Plate. In 1990, the lease passed to a newly established Wheeling and Lake Erie Railway. The original Pittsburgh terminal was damaged by fires in 1946 and demolished in 1953; the Wabash Bridge was removed in 1948. The railway’s successor arrangements preserve a distinctive chapter in Pittsburgh-area rail history.
A rugged, everyday 20L backpack designed for days that move fast and demand durability. Built from water-repellent 600D polyester, it shrugsoff drizzle and light rain while protecting what matters inside. The padded laptop sleeve holds up to a 15" device snugly, and a fleece-lined pocket keeps sunglasses or small screens scratch-free. Two mesh side pockets keep a water bottle within easy reach, while roomy compartments organize chargers, notebooks, and daily essentials. Clean lines and practical pockets make this a dependable companion for commutes, classes, and short travel stints.
Product features
- Durable 600D polyester construction with water resistance
- 20L capacity, one-size carry for everyday use
- Padded sleeve fits up to a 15" laptop
- Fleece-lined pocket for eyewear or media devices
- Mesh side pockets for water bottles and quick access items
Care instructions
- Before cleaning the bag, remove all the items from the bag. Suggested to pretreat visible stains with stain remover. Mix warm water with laundry detergent and clean the bag with terry washcloth or soft bristle brush. Let the bag air dry.
| One size | |
| Width, in | 12.50 |
| Height, in | 19.00 |
| Depth, in | 5.50 |
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Product information: Oakley 921056ODM, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Before cleaning the bag, remove all the items from the bag. Suggested to pretreat visible stains with stain remover. Mix warm water with laundry detergent and clean the bag with terry washcloth or soft bristle brush. Let the bag air dry.