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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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
This is such a unique, well-designed product. From the Nalgene sized side pockets, to the compressible interior clips, to the optional durables buckles, you can just tell everything was designed intentionally. The harness is also backpacking grade, which is rare for travel packs - it really takes the weight off your shoulders and keeps it close to your body, unlike those awkward backpack duffels. I've used this bag for urban five night trips, a two week trip to Thailand, and I've even used it to go backpacking for two nights. It's been durable so far, showing no signs of wear after 6 months and 10 trips.
I think an easy way to improve it even further would be to create optional mesh side pocket and front pocket mesh webbing, that could clip into the loops intended for the duraflex buckles. Or even a mesh webbing for the bottom, to hold sandals, enabling you to carry wet or dirty items on the outside of the pack. I get why OV didn't want to use mesh (urban look compatible) but this would really take the versatility of the pack to the next level.
I have loads of OV products and really like most of what they do. I was looking for an alternative to a roller bag plus laptop pack and thought this looked like the best option, from a company I already knew and trusted. My first surprise came when there was no sizing at checkout. Then when the pack showed up, I did a test run with it to get it adjusted and noticed how tight the hipbelt was and how my torso was too long for the load lifters to do much. I should have just returned it at that point. I just got back from carrying this around Ireland. It was fine for light loads, but on travel days where I had all my stuff, it was really uncomfortable. Why no sizing on this pack OV??
It does have some nice storage features so if it happens to fit you right it my be a good option. For reference, I am 6' 1" and wear a size 36 waist in pants.