The smaller sibling of our iconic 45L Travel Backpack, the 30L is a rugged, expandable daypack ideal for shorter travel and everyday carry. A big, beautiful rear hatch provides total access for easy packing and unpacking. An enlarged top pocket is subdivided with stretch and zip pockets for keys, glasses, passport, etc. The weatherproof #10 UltraZip can withstand decades of use thanks to its proprietary abrasion-resistant thread. Meets international carry-on size requirements in expanded (33L) and compressed (27L) form.
Works seamlessly with Peak Design Packing Cubes and Pouches, sold separately. Fits Peak Design Camera Cubes, but only in its expanded form. For optimal photo gear carry, we recommend the larger 45L Travel Backpack.
On-the-go perfection
Like our award-winning 45L Travel Backpack, the 30L is designed to bring you sanity amidst the strenuous pace of travel. But its smaller form makes the 30L perfect for everyday use as well.
Comparing to the 45L?
The 30L pack is best suited for:
- 1-bag-travel for trips 3 days and under.
- Day bag use: perfect for exploring, commuting, and working, in a new place, or in your hometown.
- Your carry-on personal item: fits more easily under airline seats.
Travel ready
- International carry-on approved
- Theft-deterrent zipper pulls
- Protected luggage tag holder
- Luggage pass-through for roller bag carry
- Padded shoulder straps stow under magnetic flaps for worry-free bag-checking
Impressive capacity + expansion
- Huge rear access via burly #10 UltraZip
- 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
- Large soft-lined zippered top pocket with pockets for keys, glasses, passport, etc.
- Internal zippered mesh pockets
- Padded, dedicated laptop and tablet sleeves
All-day comfort
- 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 Cubes (fits 3 units)
- Note: only fits Peak Design Camera Cubes when fully expanded. 45L Travel Backpack recommended for carrying lots of camera gear.
Differences VS. 45L
- Simplified access: main access via single rear zip (45L also has side and front access)
- Larger top pocket: subdivided with internal stretch and zip pockets (45L has smaller, undivided pocket)
- Single volume: 45L has a removable internal divider not found on the 30L
- Hip belt not included: 45L has a built-in hip belt, 30L has optional hip belt accessory
- Less photo-oriented: the 30L only fits PD Camera Cubes when fully expanded. For frequent/heavy camera carry, 45L is recommended