Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Black BTRW-25-BK-2

Where most travel packs force a compromise between carry-on compliance and real-world capacity, the Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Black BTRW-25-BK-2 simply changes shape. It holds a true 35 liters in standard form, expands to 45 liters when you need extra room, and compresses to a tidy 30 liters for daily carry or tighter airline bins. The weatherproof 400D recycled nylon canvas shell shrugs off rain and abrasion, while the rear, dual side, and top access points mean you never have to unpack everything to reach a single item. This is the bag for photographers, digital nomads, and anyone who refuses to check luggage.

Highlights

• Expandable capacity: 30L compressed, 35L standard, 45L expanded
• Weatherproof 400D recycled nylon canvas with DWR coating and sealed zippers
• Fits up to 16-inch laptop and 12.9-inch tablet in dedicated padded compartments
• Stowable padded shoulder straps and hip belt for comfortable carry or streamlined storage
• Meets most international carry-on standards in 30L and 35L modes
• Includes two stowable external carry straps for tripods, jackets, or extra gear
• Luggage pass-through for rolling suitcase compatibility
• Lifetime warranty and Bluesign approved recycled materials

In daily use

The bag's layout is built around speed. Open the rear panel to access the main compartment like a clamshell, or swing it around and use the dual side zippers to grab a camera or jacket without setting the pack down. The top pocket is perfect for quick-access items like a passport, phone, or snacks. Inside, the main space is fully customizable with the included dividers (if you use the camera cube system) or can be left open for bulk packing. The laptop sleeve is suspended off the bottom for drop protection, and the tablet sleeve is fleece-lined. When you're not carrying heavy loads, tuck away the hip belt and shoulder straps to create a clean, check-in friendly silhouette. The external carry straps can be deployed in seconds to lash a tripod or jacket to the front or bottom of the pack, and they stow flat when not in use.

Full specifications

• Brand: Peak Design
• Model: BTRW-25-BK-2
• MPN: BTRW-25-BK-2
• EAN: 850075812516
• Colour: Black
• Material: 400D recycled nylon canvas (shell), 200D recycled nylon (lining)
• Capacity: 35L standard, 45L expanded, 30L compressed
• Laptop compartment: up to 16 inches
• Tablet compartment: up to 12.9 inches
• Access points: rear, dual side, top
• Zippers: YKK #10 and #8, weather-sealed
• Straps: stowable padded shoulder straps and hip belt
• External carry straps: 2 included, stowable
• Luggage pass-through: yes
• Weather resistance: DWR coating, double PU-coated, weather-sealed zippers
• Sustainability: 100% recycled shell and lining, Bluesign approved
• Warranty: lifetime

Final note

Built for the long haul and backed by a lifetime warranty, the Peak Design Travel Backpack 45L Black BTRW-25-BK-2 is the last travel bag you'll need to buy.