20L expandable everyday travel backpack
The Travel Backpack 20L takes the DNA of Peak Design's original 45L Travel Pack—clean lines, clever access, lifetime durability—and distills it into a smaller, sharper format that works by itself or as the perfect companion to your roller. Compact enough to be your go-to personal item, expandable enough for spontaneous weekends, and sharp enough for even the most business casual of occasions. The clean exterior hides thoughtful design everywhere: a padded 16” laptop sleeve, expandable main compartment, hidden water bottle and AirTag pocket, and magnetic strap keepers that keep things tidy under the airplane seat. Built from weatherproof Versa Shell and finished with Peak Design’s signature UltraZips, it’s the kind of bag that always looks composed—even when you’re running late. Travel light, travel smart, and look good doing both.
Works seamlessly with Peak Design Packing Cubes and Pouches, sold separately. Organize clothes, shoes, toiletries, tech, and more. Fits Peak Design Camera Cubes—up to Smedium when compressed, or Medium when expanded. For heavier photo gear carry, we recommend the original Travel Backpack 45L. For slightly more capacity, try the Travel Backpack 30L.
Features:
- Fits easily under most airplane seats
- Luggage pass-through for roller-top carry
- Huge rear access via #8 UltraZips
- Expands 20L to 23L to fit more or compress your load
- Ultra-comfy padded shoulder straps with a new three layer foam layup
- Axial shoulder strap attachments provide all-day comfort for all body types
- Magnetic strap keepers
- Stowable sternum strap
- Soft-lined zippered top pocket with pockets for keys, glasses, passport, etc.
- Hidden water bottle pocket fits most 24oz water bottles internally
- Internal stretch pocket for storing cash or travel documents
- Padded, dedicated laptop and tablet sleeves
- Hidden AirTag pocket
- Theft-deterrent zipper pulls
- Luggage tag loop (tag sold separately)
- Custom key clip hardware and teather located in interior org pocket
- External carry loops around the bag for external carry
- Comes with 2x Cord Hook external carry straps
- Weatherproof Versa Shell nylon canvas exterior
- High-visibility interior lining
- Rugged 900D waterproof bottom liner
- Ultralight padded foam provides security and structure around entire bag
- Designed to fit Peak Design Packing and Camera Cubes (has cube clip-in points)
- Fair Trade Certified
- Lifetime guarantee
Size:
20L (Standard)
23L (Expanded)
Fits:
PD Packing/Camera Cube Capacity:
- Fits up to a Smedium Camera Cube
- Fits a Medium Camera Cube when expanded
- Fits 2X Smedium Packing Cubes
- Snugly fits Large Packing Cube
PD Tripod Carry:
Cord Hook external carry straps allows for the travel tripod to be attached directly to the bottom of the bag
Differences vs. Travel Backpack 30L
- Internal water bottle pocket (vs. dual external side pockets)
- ID tag loop instead of ID pocket
- Vertical luggage pass-through (vs. horizontal)
- No back panel carry strap
- New 3-layer shoulder straps for more comfort
- Hidden AirTag pocket
- Reduced internal pocket layout
Dimensions:
External Dimensions
Standard: 18 x 7.8 x 5.7"
Expanded: 18 x 7.8 x 8.4"
Internal Dimensions
Standard: 17.7 x 7.8 x 5.5"
Expanded: 17.7 x 7.8 x 8.3"
Laptop/Tablet Carry
Laptop Sleeve: 13.78 x 11.02" (fits up to 16" MacBook Pro)
Tablet Sleeve: 11.22 x 10.43" (fits up to 11" iPad)
Materials:
- Weatherproof solution-dyed 330D nylon Versa Shell external fabric
- Weatherproof 900D bottom liner
- High-visibility solution-dyed 150D recycled polyester interior liner
- Water bottle pocket is 70D UHMWPE span for enhanced durability
- PFAS-free DWR for enhanced water resistance with a lower energy/chemical impact
- Shell, liner, and stretch fabrics are Bluesign approved
- Fair Trade Certified
- Climate Label Certified
Weight:
2.5 lbs
Manufacturer SKU:
BTR-20-BK-2
In The Box:
Peak Design Travel 20L Backpack - Black
2x Cord Hook External Carry Straps
1x Stowable Sternum Strap
Limited Lifetime Warranty
