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Waterproof Packable 18L Backpack keeps your gear dry and disappears when it's not needed
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I keep the Waterproof Packable 18L Backpack stuffed in my luggage whenever I travel because it weighs practically nothing, and I always end up needing it. The rolltop closure and sealed seams have kept my gear completely dry through some genuinely nasty weather, and the LiteCush straps are way more comfortable than you would expect from a packable bag."
Some days the weather turns without warning, and some trips produce more gear than you planned for. The Waterproof Packable 18L Backpack is built for both, an ultralight technical daypack that keeps everything inside bone dry and then folds away into its own pocket when the adventure is over. At just 10 ounces, it costs almost nothing to bring along, and the personal item compliant sizing means it fits under the seat in front of you without a second thought.
The rolltop closure with fully sealed seams keeps water out no matter how hard it comes down, while DuraGlide sealing zippers co-engineered with Zoom handle access points with the same weatherproof reliability. LiteCush shoulder straps are structured, padded, and breathable enough to carry comfortably over real distance despite the packable construction, and compression straps with buckles cinch the load down when the bag is not fully packed out. Dual external water bottle pockets, a high-vis interior, and anti-theft zipper loops on all external pockets round out a bag that punches well above its weight and its packed size. Built from 420D Bluesign recycled nylon and finished with Matador's Switchback Stitch, this is the packable daypack that earns a permanent spot in every bag you own.
Details
- 18L waterproof packable daypack for travel and trail use
- Rolltop closure with sealed seams locks out rain completely
- Packs into its own pocket for effortless transport and storage
- LiteCush straps are structured, padded, and breathable
- DuraGlide sealing zippers keep access points weatherproof
- Compression straps cinch load down for a cleaner carry
- Anti-theft zipper loops on all external pockets deter theft
- 420D recycled nylon shell is ultralight and PFAS free
- Item #MTU0031
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed, Bluesign Approved
- Material
- 420D 100% recycled nylon
- Volume
- 18L (1098cu in)
- Shoulder Straps
- LiteCush, padded, breathable
- Pockets
- 1 zippered front, 2 side stash, 2 internal zippered
- Access
- roll-top
- Compression
- 2 buckled side
- Dimensions
- 18 x 10 x 7.5in
- Claimed Weight
- 10oz
- Activity
- travel, hiking
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Matador Waterproof Packable 18L Backpack protect gear in rain?
Its main compartment is waterproof, with a rolltop closure and sealed seams. The exterior zipper pocket is weather-resistant rather than fully waterproof, so use a separate waterproof pouch for valuables during prolonged rain.What can I fit in the Matador 18L Waterproof Packable Backpack?
The 18L capacity and 18 x 10 x 7.5in (46 x 25 x 19cm) dimensions suit light day-hike or travel essentials such as a layer, food, and small electronics. It’s a one-size daypack without a stated torso adjustment or load-transfer hip belt, so it’s better suited to light loads than heavy backpacking.How portable is the Matador Waterproof Packable 18L Backpack for travel?
At 10oz (284g), it’s light enough to carry as a backup daypack, and it packs into its own pocket for transport.What carrying features does the Matador 18L Waterproof Packable Backpack have for day hikes?
LiteCush™ straps are structured, padded, breathable, and packable, while the adjustable, removable sternum strap helps stabilize the fit. Buckle-equipped compression straps and dual external water-bottle pockets add useful organization for an 18L day load.Are the Matador 18L Backpack’s exterior pockets waterproof?
The waterproof construction applies to the main compartment, which uses sealed seams and a rolltop closure; the exterior zipper pocket is not described as fully waterproof. The #5 DuraGlide™ sealing zippers are used on the exterior, but protect sensitive items in a waterproof pouch during prolonged rain.









