A rugged, expandable, and brilliantly accessible carry-on travel backpack driven by a simple truth: no two trips are the same. Features top, side, front and rear access via weatherproof #8 and #10 UltraZips, which can withstand decades of use thanks to their proprietary abrasion-resistant thread. Meets international carry-on size requirements, but expands to be a 45L gear-hauler and collapses to be a 35L day bag, making it unmatched for 1-bag travel. Quick-access pockets for keys, glasses, passport, etc. Hugely expandable side pockets for water bottles, tripods, and more. Padded laptop + tablet sleeves. Main cavity is divisible into 2 compartments via a zippered mesh sleeve. Tuck-away shoulder straps and hip belt. 360-degree grab handles. Cleverly concealed external carry straps. All packed within a sleek, weatherproof 100% recycled 400D nylon canvas shell with 900D bottom liner. Fair Trade Certified and 100% carbon neutral.
Works seamlessly with Peak Design Packing Cubes, Camera Cubes, and Pouches, sold separately. For similar features in a smaller bag, check out the 30L Travel Backpack.
ONE BAG TO RULE THEM ALL
The 45L Travel Backpack debuted at the Outdoor Retailer show in 2018 and promptly won three best-in-show awards. Why? Perhaps because it was designed to do everything for everyone. 2-week journey? Check. Weekend jaunt? Check. Daypack? Check. Camera bag? Check. No two trips are the same, so get a bag with the versatility to do them all.
COMPARING TO THE 30L?
The 45L is better for:
- 1-bag-travel for trips 4 days and longer
- More access and organization options
- Trips where you need multiple jackets, pairs of shoes, or other bulky clothing
- Carrying camera gear: better compatibility with PD Camera Cubes, plus dual side access.
TRAVEL READY
- International carry-on approved
- Theft-deterrent zipper pulls
- Protected luggage tag holder
- Luggage pass-through for roller bag carry
- Padded shoulder & waist straps stow under magnetic flaps for worry-free bag-checking
ULTIMATE ACCESSIBILITY
- Huge rear access via burly #10 UltraZip
- Dual side access via burly #10 UltraZips
- Front zip panel for additional access, storage, & organization
HUGE CAPACITY
- Expansion zips for fitting more or compressing your load
- External carry straps stow beneath a magnetic flap
SPACE FOR EVERYTHING
- Hugely expandable side pockets for water bottles, tripods, more
- Soft-lined zippered top pocket for keys, glasses, passport, etc.
- Internal zippered mesh pockets
- Padded, dedicated laptop and tablet sleeves
ALL-DAY COMFORT
- Stowable hip belt
- Axial strap attachments provide all-day comfort for all body types
- Stowable sternum strap
- 360-degree grab handles
RUGGED PROTECTION
- Weatherproof 100% recycled 400D nylon canvas shell
- Rugged 900D waterproof bottom liner
- Ultralight padded foam provides security and structure around entire bag
- High-visibility grey interior
SUSTAINABLY BUILT
- Fair Trade Certified
- 100% carbon neutral
- Lifetime guarantee
PD TRAVEL ECOSYSTEM
Designed to fit Peak Design Packing & Camera Cubes (fits 3 units with space for additional smaller things)
DIFFERENCES VS. 30L
- More access points: rear, side, and front access zips
- Dividable main volume: internal divider sleeve zips up to creates 2 compartments when needed
- Integrated hip belt: stowable padded hip belt for heavier loads
- Compressible: compression snaps slim down the profile for use as a day bag
- Hidden pockets: 2 hidden external zip pockets for cash, passport, etc.
- Room for more: room for 3 units of PD cubes, plus bonus space for pouches, jackets, shoes, etc.
- More photo-capable: fits camera cubes in un-expanded state, and allows quick side access to cameras and lenses
SKU/PART NUMBER
BTR-45-BK-1 (Black)
BTR-45-SG-1 (Sage)
EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS
Standard: 56cm x 33cm x 24cm (22" x 13" x 9.5")
Compressed: 56cm x 33cm x 24cm (22" x 13" x 9.5") (compression only happens at the top of the bag. 6" at top when compressed)
Expanded: 56cm x 33cm x 29cm (22" x 13" x 11")
INTERNAL DIMENSIONS
Standard: 53.3cm x 33cm x 16.5cm (21" x 13" x 6.5")
Compressed: 53.3cm x 33cm x 14cm (21" x 13" x 5.5")
Expanded: 53.3cm x 33cm x 19cm (21" x 13" x 7.5")
CAPACITY
Standard (max carry-on): 35L
Compressed: 30L
Expanded: 45L
PD PACKING/CAMERA UNIT CAPACITY
3 units + bonus space
LAPTOP/TABLET CARRY
Laptop: 40.6cm x 30cm x 2.5cm (16" x 11" x 1")
Tablet: 24cm x 19cm x 1.5cm (9.5" x 7.5" x 0.6")
Fits 2021 Macbook Pro 14" and 16" models
WEIGHT
2.05 kg (4.5 lb)
MATERIALS
- Weatherproof 100% recycled 400D nylon canvas external shell. DWR impregnated and double poly coated for water resistance. Sage fabric is Bluesign approved.
- 900D waterproof bottom liner
- High-visibility grey nylon interior
- Hardware is anodized aluminum and glass-reinforced nylon
- Super-durable UltraZips with abrasion-resistant UHMPE thread
- Leather accents (Sage only) are Gold Certified by the Leather Working Group
- Hypalon zip pulls and reinforced stress points
WHAT IS IN THE BOX
- 1x 45L Backpack
- 2x Cord Hook external carry straps
- 1x stowable sternum strap