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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Customer Reviews

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Steve L
Great travel backpack, but one key flaw

I’d been wanting this travel backpack for about a year and finally pulled the trigger last month. Was so excited to get it, after doing lots of online research of many travel packs. I was very impressed with the bag - great layout of pockets, nice shoulder straps/pads, overall great design. But unfortunately I was surprised when I tried on the hip belt (which comes with it). I was barely able to connect the buckle and it left practically no room to tighten the straps. I’m an average 35-36 waist, so I was shocked that the hip belt was so small. I contacted OV and they said there wasn’t any alternative size or any other solution. So after all that time and excitement, I ended up returning the pack. :-(

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Thomas Ward
Best All-Around Backpack. Period.

I've been using mine now ever since the kickstarter campaign ended 2+ years ago, and I cannot say enough good things. I used it daily for over a year while commuting to work through the all of the elements. I've taken it around the world on vacations (its definitely seen a few airports). And I've stuffed it completely in both volume, as well as lugging 40 lbs of equipment, more times than I can count. The storage layout is amazing. The light, yet very tough, materials are incredible. The frame is solid. The load lifters are the best load lifters I have ever tried. The straps are super comfy. I really have nothing negative to say about this bag. If you want to know my credentials, I am associated with the military, and I am a bit rough on things. Additionally, I'm a gear q****, and I have so many bags that even my bags have bags. This one is definitely one you need in your inventory.

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J.L.

Best OBT pack out there

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Jamie Orchard-Hays
Best Travel Pack Ever. Perfect size. Extremely comfortable.

I came across this pack just in time to get it before a couple of weeks traveling in Italy. A nearly perfect travel backpack: extremely comfortable, carry on size, excellent pockets, grab straps on all four sides, and easy-to-stow shoulder straps and belt. It's rare that a piece of equipment exceeds expectations and this does. The long inner pockets were perfect for my second pair of shoes. An outstanding piece of equipment!

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John Lisonbee
Traveled to Costa Rica

We loved the backpacks that my wife and I got for this trip. We plan on using them for future trips and had a lot of people in the airports asking us about them.