Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack
| Capacity-to-weight | 30.9 L/kg 14 L/lb | High |
| Cubic space | 42.2 L 3024 in³ | |
| Rated vs. shell | 14 L14 L | High |
✈️ 14% (27/189)
This bag is within the published carry-on limit of 14% of the 189 airlines that publish one.
Our thoughts
Discover the Perfect Travel Companion
Imagine setting out on an adventure with a backpack that complements your minimalist lifestyle while offering abundant space and functionality. Meet the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack, a traveler’s dream come true. This remarkable carry-on is designed to make your journeys exceptional with its intelligent design and durable build. Built to cater to both casual travelers and seasoned explorers, the Katabatic seamlessly marries convenience with comfort, ensuring that every trip, be it a day hike or a significant journey, remains enjoyable and stress-free.
Lightweight and Ultra-Compatible
- Lightweight at just 2 pounds
- Made of 100% polyester for durability
- Compatible with a high percentage of airlines
- Fits comfortably as carry-on baggage
At a mere 2 pounds, the Kathmandu Katabatic combines lightweight convenience with mighty features, making it a must-have for minimalist travelers. Despite its airy nature, this backpack is constructed from 100% polyester, providing a robust and weather-resistant foundation. Its dimensions, 12.0 inches tall, 12.0 inches wide, and 21.0 inches deep, make it compatible with a significant percentage of airlines, ensuring you travel unencumbered. Its ample 28-liter capacity and comprehensive airline compatibility allow you to embrace spontaneous trips with ease, knowing your Katabatic is up for the challenge.
Thoughtful Design Meets Functionality
Users rave about the Katabatic’s thoughtful design and ample storage capabilities, making it perfect for both urban escapades and nature hikes. Hidden pockets and hip strap compartments define its intelligent layout, allowing swift access to snacks, cameras, and essential tidbits, which is especially handy during lengthy travels. Reviewers have applauded its ergonomic Air Pod System (APS) Light harness, which enhances comfort by supporting ventilation and cushioning. Imagine a backpack that relieves shoulder strain, adapts effortlessly to your back, and keeps you free to roam as your heart desires.
An Unparalleled Adventure Companion
Whether your journey involves city hopping or scaling mountain trails, the Kathmandu Katabatic 28L Pack is your steadfast companion. This backpack boasts a durable and well-crafted design with ingenious features like a climaticZONING back panel for improved air circulation, keeping you cool and comfortable during strenuous activities. With its innovative organizational pockets and attachment points, carrying hiking poles or additional pouches becomes remarkably straightforward. With the Katabatic, you're not just buying a backpack; you're investing in limitless adventures. Let this exceptional piece of gear elevate your travel experiences, and make your journeys as memorable and rewarding as the destinations themselves.
Our verdict
Reasons to buy
- Features a lot of attachment points for your extra gear and things such as pouches, hiking poles, etc.
- Air Pod System (APS) Light harness with climaticZONING makes carrying this bag truly comfortable even for longer periods of time as it allows good ventilation to your back and has adequate cushioning.
- Features a decent amount of functional organization throughout the entire bag. Even the hip straps have pockets wherein you can fit handy things such as muesli bars or a swiss pocket knife.
- Good craftsmanship and boasts a highly durable build.
Things to consider
- Could use a little more internal organization.
- Lacks water-resistance properties but a rain cover can be bought separately.
What reviewers said
- "Brought this not that long ago and it's brilliant. It's a handy bag for a day trip. With hidden pockets and big space. It fits everything you need for a day trip"
- "Bought this pack specifically for a day tramp and it was perfect.. Very comfortable, lightweight. Love having the hip strap pockets for ease of access to snacks, camera, etc and the main pack had ample room even with a full water bladder for everything else"
- "My load is: 4-5 Litres of water, waterproof jacket and overpants, cotton jacket, heavy winter gloves, hat or beanie, snacks, lunch, and my ERB. Occasionally thermals too. This is for mountain hikes that last 4-8 hours, that's my jam.It's comfy, fits all my stuff, and the pockets are great. Each side pocket gets a 1.5-liter water bottle, each hip pocket gets Muesli bars. The straps noticeably take the weight off of the shoulders."
Features
| Storage | |
| Compression | Yes |
| Expanded Capacity | None |
| Opening | TopZip |
| Passport | No |
| Passthrough | No |
| Carry | |
| Backpack | Yes |
| Hip Belt | Yes |
| Sternum Strap | Yes |
| Inside | |
| Laptop | No |
| Main Compartments | 1 |
| Organizer | Yes |
| Outside | |
| Hard Shell | No |
| Rain-fly | Optional |
| Water Bottle Holder | 2 |
| Water Resistant | Yes |
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Material: 100% Polyester |
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Fits the carry-on limits of 27 airlines
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