27L that expand to fit your trip. Roll it down for daily carry, fill out the top when you need a night or two away. On a plane, it fits under the seat rolled down or in the overhead packed out.
Rolled down, yes on most airlines. Packed out it measures 45 × 30 × 18 cm (17.7 × 11.8 × 7.1 in), which fits American's 18 × 14 × 8 in personal item limit and easyJet's 45 × 36 × 20 cm under-seat allowance.
For tighter limits, such as United (17 × 10 × 9 in) or Ryanair (40 × 30 × 20 cm), roll it down and don't overpack it. Packed out, it also works as an overhead carry-on. Airlines change their limits, so check yours before you fly.
Up to 16", in a quick-access laptop pocket, so you can take it out at airport security without opening the main compartment.
Roll it down for everyday carry, or open out the roll-top for a night or two away.
It has front and top openings, and the side pocket takes a 1 L (32 oz) Nalgene bottle.
No. The Daypack clips to the Carry-On 35L and the Longhaul 45L. If you want two bags that travel as one, look at the Carry-On 35+20L.
The estimated dispatch date is shown on the product page. It is an estimate, and we'll email you if it moves. If your order mixes in-stock and pre-order items, it ships together when everything is ready. You can cancel a pre-order for a full refund any time before it ships.
The green Shorthaul 27L is on pre-order outside the US and dispatches in February 2027.
In-stock orders are dispatched within 1 to 2 business days. Delivery then takes 1 to 2 working days in the UK, and 3 to 5 working days to the USA, Europe and the rest of the world. If the product page shows a pre-order date, that is when it ships.
Travelling soon? Email us your travel date before you order and we'll tell you honestly whether it will make it.
Every trip is different. Find the bag that fits yours.
Daily essentials. Your everyday bag and personal item on a plane.
Day trips to light overnights. Personal item rolled down, carry-on packed out.
3 to 7 day trips. Fits in most airline overhead compartments.
Overall rating: 4.9069767 / 5 from 43 reviews.
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"Just used as a carry on for a long haul flight. I have the 35L and this is much easier to manage for a laptop, ipad, extra screen, plus other essentials one needs to survive long flights. Looking forward to using it as a long weekend carry on. Only tweak: wish there was an accessible zipper pocket on the front of the bag instead of the side.. but you cant have everything.."
"Love this bag... does what it says on the tin! Another fanstatic addition to the Salkan range. This is a great bag for a short getaway; good quality, very versatile, very comfortable. I've only used it for a couple of weekends away locally as at this time but will certainly be using it on all my trips where a large capacity bag is not required as I cannot think of any better alternative!"
"This rucksack has done the distance and survived the abuse! Multiple pockets and quality zips ensures the rucksack is fully practical and functional. The smaller (27L) size, for under seat storage on the plane, ensures the rucksack is fully portable, Rucksac Front loading zip is a miracle at passport border controls (where every iem being carried is open to inspection. ) . Rucksack is now parked in home cupboard. At night, eerie noises can be heard demandeding immediate release and GET BACK ON THE ROAD!"
"Brilliant Size and storage - perfect for short trips away, hand luggage for flights and commuting to work by bike with change of clothes, locks, extra shoes, lunch, laptop and drinks! All round brilliant bag - find the netting on back of bag very useful! Whether that be for sandy towels on beach or reflective jacket when not cycling on warmer days! Love it!"
"This bag was the perfect size for what I wanted in a day bag. Seems to be made to high quality materials/construction, and all the pockets etc I need to store everything. For fairness it's worth noting I haven't used it yet, but it looks great quality and would recommend."
"Really lovey quality materials, zips worked well, it all feels top quality. It has been way to use, very flexible design. I love it!"
"I have waited a while to write a review so I could try it out a few times. I wanted something to do everything - office to trail - and think I have found it. . First impression incredibly comfortable to wear. It has taken me a while to work out where to put everything with a different pocket configuration but now very happy and much more secure. Laptop access makes life so easy and this week asked to check my luggage at airport and it fitted perfectly. Really well thought through functionality and looks good too."
"I have had rucksack all my life (I have grey hair) and this is the best one I’ve ever owned for every day use. It’s the combination of front opening and roll top that makes the difference. Making entry easy and the few litres of extending space is perfect. The two side pockets are huge and passport pocket accessible. This combined with the robust materials, excellent manufacture and lifetime guarantee make it my fave ever. Well done salkan! I also have the carry on - too large for my everyday use but the same comments. One minor improvement- I’d like a key hook in the passport pocket of the shorthaul please - just for that added piece of mind. Cheers Piers"
"Bag is very well made with decent storage. Nice size but lightweight. Lots of ways to attach additional items."
"Great bag both in terms of size and design. No issues with quality and seems hard wearing having already notched up several flights and boat trips without complaint. Comfortable even wearing most of the day, and the two bottle pockets on the side each hold a large bottle comfortably without fear of them coming free of their own accord. Overall, highly recommend! 😁⛵️🏝️"