What’s a Good Backpack for Traveling?

What Should I Look for in a Travel Backpack?

It’s hard to know what to look for in a travel backpack at first. Luckily, our diverse range of backpacks has something for every occasion, from urban exploring to mountain trekking.

The first step in finding your ideal travel backpack should be looking at your personal requirements, from size and ease of access to style and comfort. 

Comfort

Comfort is one of the first things to look for in a travel backpack and is also one of the most important. Regardless of whether your rucksack or backpack includes all the features and functionalities you require, if it’s not comfortable to wear, it’s not the backpack for you. 

At a minimum, your ideal travel backpack should include adjustable and padded shoulder straps, as well as adjustable torso straps. It should also be capable of balancing the weight of your items evenly. 

Size

Size definitely matters when it comes to finding the right backpack for your needs. Travel backpacks are generally measured in liters. Most airlines state that a 45-liter bag is the maximum you can take as carry-on luggage. You’ll also need to take the dimensions into consideration and check with your chosen airline/s when doing your research. 

For travel with your backpack as carry-on luggage, a 20-30 liter bag will be plenty. For more long-term travel, you’ll need something between 35-45 liters. Backpacking or big mountain treks could also require more volume. For those kinds of trips, we have backpacking packs with up to 65 liters of storage capacity, along with useful features like waterproof materials, compression straps, and more. 

Material

When it comes to choosing the material for your backpack, it’s worth thinking about what you’ll be using the backpack for and what weather you may experience. If rugged terrain and unpredictable weather are on the agenda, it’s worth investing in a waterproof and durable backpack.

Look for materials that dry quickly and offer breathability. You’ll probably be carrying your backpack for long periods of time outdoors and you’ll definitely want these features to be included if the weather takes a turn for the worse!

Features

Backpacks are no longer just a single space to store your belongings; there are now a plethora of features and functions available. Each is designed to make packing and unpacking a much easier task. A good travel backpack should include extra internal pockets for securing your important items, as well as external pockets for quick access when traveling through airports or train stations. 

When traveling, you’re likely to be carrying important documents you can’t afford to lose, such as your passport or driving license. Therefore, security should be a crucial part of the design when it comes to choosing your travel backpack. Your bag should be easily lockable with a padlock and also include internal pockets for storing these personal items when you don’t need to access them quickly. 

The main section of your bag is important too; some top-loading backpacks can make it hard to access your items quickly and easily, so opting for an opening at the front could make your life much easier. 

A floating top lid that expands can also make a huge difference. This feature offers a detachable pocket at the top of the backpack which can be used to store more items or removed if not needed. It’s inevitable that you’ll want to buy a few extra things on your adventure, but if you’ve already packed your backpack to the brim, it’ll be hard to fit new items in. 

Find the Perfect Travel Backpack Online Now

Finding a good backpack for traveling should be a priority when planning your adventure, whether you’re going on a three-month tour of Europe or spending a weekend exploring the streets of New York City. Choose your ideal travel companion from our range of backpacks. For active adventures, check out our technical packs. For long and short trips, make sure you take a look at our luggage and duffels too.