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Explore Backpack 26L

Globetrotting backpack with laptop sleeve & trolley compatibility in a waxed ripstop fabric construction.

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Regular price $179.00
Regular price $179.00 Sale price $179.00
Color: Black

Explore Backpack 26L

Black

Regular price $179.00
Regular price $179.00 Sale price $179.00

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Made With 100% Recycled Fabrics
This product includes a laptop sleeve for easy portability of electronic devices

Laptop Sleeve

This product features an external trolley sleeve, which slides over the handle of a suitcase and allows you to easily and securely attach this bag to a rolling suitcase

Trolley Sleeve

This product features internal organization

Internal Organization

The Explore Backpack 26L is a globetrotting backpack that aces the whole gamut of travel missions, from commuting to coworking spaces to airplane travel requiring a full 26 liters of cargo capacity. Breathable construction for the back panel and shoulder straps ensures daylong comfort. And 100% recycled, waxed ripstop fabric develops a patina with every trip through cities, villages, markets, and museums. Dedicated pockets for a laptop and passport provide ample organization, and the side entry zipper makes accessing essentials easy when the pack is hitched to the trolley of your rolling luggage.

  • Top access main compartment
  • Side access with zippered mesh pocket and pen slots
  • Padded 16" laptop compartment
  • Back panel trolley strap
  • Removable hip belt and chest strap
  • Hidden organizer pocket on top of pack
  • Fleece-lined external pocket for sunglasses or keys
  • Side grab handle
  • Adjustable external compression straps
  • Reflective attachment webbing on front of pack
  • Stretch mesh side pocket
  • Internal organization
  • Easy access compartments
  • Reinforced grab handles
  • Cushioned, breathable back panel
  • Waxed ripstop fabric patinas over time

External Dimensions
21 x 11 x 9 in.(53 x 28 x 22 cm)
Internal Capacity
26 L(1,587 cu. in,)
Weight
2 lb. 3 oz.(992 g)
Materials
100% Recycled 450D Polyester RipstopPU Wax CoatingMade without the intentional use of PFAS

Carry Anywhere. Explore Everything.

Escape Everyday.

Built for your next flight, next meeting, or next city. Keep your belongings secure and streamlined as you unlock new experiences.

Escape Everyday.

Built for your next flight, next meeting, or next city. Keep your belongings secure and streamlined as you unlock new experiences.

Essential. Now Elevated.

Versatile features. Streamlined storage. Durable fabrics. These aren’t just everyday carry. The Explore Collection is made up of elevated essentials re-invented to transcend the daily commute and help you conquer your curiosity.

Essential. Now Elevated.

Versatile features. Streamlined storage. Durable fabrics. These aren’t just everyday carry. The Explore Collection is made up of elevated essentials re-invented to transcend the daily commute and help you conquer your curiosity.

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Overall rating: 4.90625 / 5 from 32 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Explore Backpack 26L is praised for its thoughtful design, stylish appearance, and durability. It offers ample organization with dedicated pockets and a side entry zipper. While opinions on the fabric and straps vary, its quality and pack size make it suitable for travel and everyday use.

Summary topics

  • Wheel Durability: 9%
  • Thoughtful Design: 9%
  • Packing Cubes: 5%
  • Pocket Placement: 16%
  • Product Appearance: 10%

Review topics: ["straps","color","looks","bag","quality","fabric","pockets","sleeve","comfort","pack","backpack","compartments","opening","work"].

Review highlights

  • "This one is perfect size, great design, 4 wheels and does not tip over."Erik N.
  • "I appreciate the quality, comfort, function, and capacity."Spencer F.
  • "It has a really cool fabric that weathers over time to have it's own unique look."Wade L.

Reviews

Great travel bag

"I got this to have a little more space in my carryon when traveling, and it was perfect. I never could fill it up! I love little organization compartments, and this has more than I can use. My only minor gripe is that the passport compartment is so tight that you can barely fit anything in it but the passport. I ordered black by mistake, and I wish I'd gotten the off-white color."

Jeremy B. (5/5)

Solid Bag

"Five weeks traveling, very happy with pack. Feels tight and solid on body, never felt movement once chest strap engaged. Was a bit of a learning experience to sort the pockets in my mind, but likely pilot error there. Main zippers might be a tad under sized, but then you have the EC warranty. . . Push the buy button."

Kendall L. (5/5)

Awesome backpack

"This bag is excellent. I appreciate the quality, comfort, function, and capacity. The side entry helps access items that would be tough to access from the top. That took some getting used to but it works great."

Spencer F. (5/5)

One of the best backpacks I have ever had

"It holds the perfect amount for travel or hikes and lots of pockets which I like."

Dave O. (5/5)

I Like It

"It has a pocket for my sunglasses. That seems like a simple thing, but too many packs don’t. I’ll take the pack to Maui in January and Steamboat Springs next summer. I be stylin’!"

Mark S. (5/5)

Perfect

"This backpack suits my needs. I have no complaints. Quality construction with enough compartments to organize for my two month travel abroad."

John A. (5/5)

My Go-To

"My go-to backpack these days. Fits a lot and has so many ways to carry it. I like how the hip straps are removeable so I can remove them when my pack isn't heavy enough to warranty a hip belt. The side opening makes finding buried items easy and the water bottle pocket actually fits a Nalgene! I love that there is a laptop sleeve on both the outside and inside of the bag. Bonus points for the reflective material at the bottom of the bag when I'm bike commuting!"

Lucy (5/5)

Best Backpack Ever!!

"In the past, I had to buy my daughter a new backpack every year for school. Four years ago I bought my first Eagle Creek backpack. She carried that backpack for four years and it still looks fine. She just asked for a new color. If you think it’s a little on the expensive side, take the price of the ones you buy multiplied by four and compare I Highly recommend this backpack!"

John T. (5/5)

Personal Review

"More room than you think High quality construction Plenty of options for carrying"

Patrick M. (5/5)

Best Everyday Bag Ever!!

"This is the best everyday bag I have ever owned. I really like the side entrace to grab things at the bottom of my bag and to easily grab small items in the organized zipper pockets. The mesh water bottle pocket is large and deep so it holds my large bottles well and I do not have to worry about them falling out. The outside compartment for my laptop makes it easy to pull out when I'm on the go or at the airport without opening my entire bag. While ocassionaly tight (from my overpacking) it's worked well as a personal item on all of my flights so far. I've used this bag for over a year and it's gone everywhere with me!"

Annie (5/5)

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