Expandable Backpack

Change your plans without changing your backpack. The Expandable Backpack starts as a weekend bag and expands via a zipper to offer 20% extra space when you need it. Its flexible design “just works” for any short trip and pairs perfectly with a suitcase for longer adventures.

“Extremely comfortable, cabin-friendly, and spacious.” —Christopher, Verified Buyer

Features

Carry-On Ready

• Pack for a weekend with extra space when needed

• Expands to carry 20% more luggage

• Meets international and US carry-on limits

• Fits in the overhead bin

• No checked baggage, no extra fees

Easy to Organize

• Front-opening design for effortless packing

• Spacious main compartment with mesh pocket for dirty clothes

• Padded laptop sleeve with soft fleece lining

• External pocket for water bottle

• Top compartment with key leash

• Flat front pocket

Comfortable to Carry

• Hip belt shifts 80% of weight from shoulders to hips

• Thick, padded shoulder straps with foam

• Removable hip belt, sternum strap, and load lifters

• Luggage handle sleeve for suitcase attachment

• Stowable straps for extra security

Built to Last

• Made from 630D CORDURA® re/cor™ RN6 nylon

• Lockable zippers

• Premium buckle and hardware components

• Backed by our worldwide warranty

Specifications

• Type: Carry-on (fits in overhead bin)

• Dimensions: 48.7 x 31.8 x 17.5 cm (19.2 x 12.5 x 6.9 in)

• Expanded Dimensions: 48.7 x 31.8 x 21 cm (19.2 x 12.5 x 8.3 in)

• Volume: 27 L, expandable to 32.5 L

• Weight: 1.6 kg (3.6 lb)

• Torso Adjustment: 43–48 cm (17–19 in)

• Hip Belt: 61–140 cm (24–55 in)

• Luggage Handle Sleeve: Yes

• Straps: Stowable

• Electronics: Laptop up to 16”

• Material: 630D CORDURA® re/cor™ RN6 nylon

• Hardware: YKK zippers, Woojin buckles

Compression Cube Set

Compressible packing cubes for Tortuga travel backpacks. Two cubes fit perfectly in any 40L backpack.

Expand or compress them as needed to pack more clothes while keeping everything organized. Made from the same high-quality materials and premium hardware as your backpack.

Features

• Perfect fit for any Tortuga travel backpack

• Compresses up to 33% to fit more clothes

• Lightweight yet durable material

• Premium zippers with dual pullers

Specifications

• Dimensions (uncompressed): 31.5 x 22.5 x 12 cm (12.4 x 8.9 x 4.7 in) each

• Dimensions (compressed): 31.5 x 22.5 x 8 cm (12.4 x 8.9 x 3.1 in) each

• Volume: 8.5 L, compressible to 5.7 L each

• Weight: 140 g (5 oz) each

• Material: 70D ripstop nylon

• Hardware: YKK zippers