Introducing the KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure Backpack, engineered for seamless exploration and optimized for maximum comfort and convenience. Inspired by Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, it embodies the spirit of urban adventure and rugged outdoor escapades. Take it with you whether on the trail or through the terminal:
- Ultralight & Durable: Crafted from innovative Spectra ripstop fabric, this backpack offers impressive durability while keeping weight to a minimum, perfect for extended journeys.
- Modular Design: Adapt to any adventure with ease. The removable frame, hip belt, & shoulder straps allow for personalized comfort and load management, catering to the demands of your trip.
- Effortless Organization: Stay organized on the go with multiple zipper pulls and volumized pockets throughout. Access your gear with ease, no matter where your journey takes you.
- Tech Protection: Keep your devices safe and secure with the raised and padded laptop sleeve, ensuring they stay elevated off the ground during your travels. We've also provided more subtle "deep pockets" that are more hidden so you can stash away items you need to keep extra safe.
- Versatile Storage Options: An impressive internal compression system allows you to customize the size & volume of your bag for an optimized packing experience. Volumized side pockets accommodate large water bottles or taller items, while detachable accessory straps offer additional versatility for your gear.
Experience the freedom of lightweight exploration with the KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure Backpack. Upgrade your journey today and unlock a new level of comfort and convenience. No more compromises, just pure adventure.
Weight: 2 lbs 13 oz
(2 lbs 15 oz with accessory straps)
Base Weight: 2 lbs 13 oz
Weight With Accessory Straps: 2 lbs 15 oz
Size: 45L (37L main compartment)
Fabric: 210D Nylon with 400D Spectra Ripstop Grid
Water Resistance: 1500 mm HH (not seam taped)
Internal Frame (removable): 22 inches (vertical) - Aluminum
Zippers: YKK
Shoulder Straps: perforated EVA foam
Back Panel: perforated EVA foam
Hip Belt (removable): perforated EVA foam
Hardware: Duraflex plastic buckles & gatekeepers
Warranty: Outdoor Vitals Performance Promise
Features:
Main Compartment
-YKK zipper pulls (x4) for ease of access
-2/3 length outer panel interior stretch mesh pocket with YKK zipper
-3/4 length interior side panel stretch mesh pockets (x2)
-Internal compression system
-Padded EVA foam laptop sleeved (raised 4")
-Padded EVA foam bottom
-Accessory attachment loops (x12)
-Long term storage pocket (where removable aluminum frame is housed)
-High contrast color for better visibility
Top Compartment
-top internal stretch mesh pocket
-bottom internal oxford nylon pocket with key clip and zipper security loops
Front Panel
-Padded front panel for increased protection and shape
-2 YKK zipper pulls & security loops
-full length stretch mesh open top pocket (great for tablets or notebooks)
-Deep storage stretch mesh pocket (pleated for extra volume)
-Top internal stretch mesh pocket (pleated for extra volume) with 2 organization sleeves
Sides
- 2 volumized side pockets with YKK zipper, Stretch mesh keeper to stabilize taller items that don't allow the zippers to close
-Exterior accessory attachment loops
Removable & adjustable hip belt
EVA foam back panel
EVA foam contoured shoulder straps
Main Compartment
Front Panel
Top Compartment
Other Features
KotaUL Owner Feature Overview
Customization & Modularity
KotaUL Q&A
Tailored Accessories (not included)
Each one of these accessories was built specifically for the KotaUL backpack. That means they will fit perfectly on any of your adventures! Whether you need some compression, to protect your gear from moisture, or just extra organization, these accessories have got you covered!
Comfortable wide hip belt
Stay comfortable always. Remove & tuck away when not needed.
no extra straps
Internal Compression System
Eliminates need for external compression straps
Trims down overall profile of the pack
3 different compression points on each side (used as needed)
Multiple YKK Zipper Sliders
allow you to access gear from any angle
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The overall construction of the bag is fantastic! For domestic travel I would definitely recommend the bag. It fits nicely in the overhead of the US domestic airlines. I really do like the long pockets on the side both inside and out. Perfect for anything. I can see my treking poles fitting nicely into the inside pockets. All the mesh netting pockets keep things neatly organized. The large front pocket works nicely for things that need to be accessed quickly. The depth of the backpack (from front to the back) is a little smaller than I would like, but definitely usable. The straps that are included to keep me inside together work well. The shoulders straps are very comfortable and the lift loaders can be a back saver.
I recently took it on an international trip and it worked fine. However, I had to remove the metal frame in order to make it fit to the 21 inches for some of the international airlines that I took. If I hadn't been able to squish it down that 1 inch would have had to check it. The whole reason I bought it was not to have to check my bag. I'm team carry-on. The only other real concern that I have with a bag is securing my stuff in the bag when I leave the bag in my hotel room. With the four zippers on the main compartment, securing the bag with luggage locks is nearly impossible unless you have 4 or more locks. The poor bag would look like Houdini's straight jacket with all the locks. Even then, the strings used on the zippers would be able to be cut easily. This is a concern for me. This lack of ways to secure the bag also concerns me if I had to check it. The zippers are really well made. It unzipping is not a concern.
I really do love the Outdoor vitals gear. All their gear is made with really high quality. This backpack is no exception. I just think this needs just a bit of tweaking for international travel.
I've been looking for a couple years for the ideal EDC bag and I've landed on the Kota after testing probably 10 bags. I wanted something that I'd carry every day into the office, as well as on trail. This bag has the best feature set for all of that, IMO. There are a couple things I wish it had, such as an exterior mesh "stuff" pocket and at least one hip-belt pocket. Despite being an ultralight bag, it seems to carry heavier loads just fine with no discomfort. Really great bag.
Just what I ordered. Thanks!
This bag feels awesome on my back. Love the way it looks and it distributes the weight well.
I took the Kotaul (after much searching for a carry on bag for international flights) on my first camino. I hiked 200 miles up the Portuguese and Spanish coast to Santiago de Compostela, average about 12.5 miles a day, finished in 16 days. The bag really worked well, with just minor issues. Im not sure if this is really meant for these kinds of trips but the bag held up fantastic for a 3 month trip too Europe, lots of buses and trains. Padding is a bit light and agree with others that shoulder straps and waist belt could be a bit more robust. Since waist belt is velcro attached, there could be a heftier replacement version as an add on. Packed a bit too heavy (named her Wee Heavy for the beer) about 26 lbs. Im 61 and and made it work. Id recommend the pack for sure
