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Arkose 20L Modular Backpack

Versatile everyday backpack

Rated 4.7 out of 5

Based on 18 reviews

Our streamlined 20L backpack is designed for daily carry for your photography, travel and commuting gear.

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$160.00

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Our streamlined 20L backpack is designed for daily carry for your photography, travel and commuting gear.

$160.00

Black

DESCRIPTION

The Arkose Backpack features 12 storage zones including padded laptop and tablet pockets, stylus pen insert, and pockets for small valuables. The outer shell is made from durable weatherproof recycled nylon to keep your belongings safe.

The front zipped lower compartment perfectly fits our Small Camera Insert – transforming your everyday backpack into a camera bag, complete with external tripod straps. You can also zip open the compartment divider for one larger storage area.

DELIVERY

Free standard shipping within the Americas.

We deliver with USPS, UPS and DHL express for faster and safer delivery.

Standard shipping:
USA: 3-5 days.
Rest of World: 8-18 days.

Express shipping:
USA: 1-2 days.

Please allow an extra 2 days for regional areas.

RETURNS

30-day returns.

Shop with confidence knowing you can return products within 30 days of purchase.

70% recycled

Diverting resources from landfill.

12 storage zones

Clever storage.

Snap in half design

For easy access.

Lifetime warranty

Quality you can trust.

By creators, for creators.

To carry your biggest projects and most ambitious adventures. To look the part in the workplace and the wild. And to be as lightweight on the planet as it is on your shoulders.

Features

Weatherproof

Safe for any journey.

Better visibility

Light interior for easy discovery.

YKK zips

Trust your gear with the worlds most durable zips.

Technical Specifications

Arkose 20L Modular Backpack

VS

Norite 24L Modular Backpack

Arkose 20L Modular Camera Backpack

Norite 24L Modular Camera Backpack

Dimensions

46cm (height) x 28cm (width) x 15cm (depth)

50cm (height) x 31cm (width) x 17cm (depth)

Backpack: 46cm (height) x 28cm (width) x 15cm (depth), Camera Insert: 16cm x 26cm x 12cm

Backpack: 50cm (height) x 31cm (width) x 17cm (depth), Camera Insert: 31cm x 28cm x 13cm

Volume

20L

24L

Backpack: 20L, Camera Insert: 3.7L

Backpack: 24L, Camera Insert: 11.3L

Holds

13-15 laptop, tablet or notebook, tripod, wallet, phone, keys, lunch, water bottle, glasses, earphones, Arkose small camera insert

13-15 laptop, tablet or notebook, tripod, wallet, phone, keys, lunch, water bottle, glasses, earphones, Norite medium camera insert

Backpack: 13-15 laptop, tablet or notebook, tripod, wallet, phone, keys, lunch, water bottle, glasses, earphones, Arkose small camera insert, Camera Insert: 1 camera body and 2-3 lenses

Backpack: 13-15 laptop, tablet or notebook, tripod, wallet, phone, keys, lunch, water bottle, glasses, earphones, Norite medium camera insert, Camera Insert: 2 camera bodies and 3-5 lenses

Fabric

Weatherproof 600D recycled nylon

Weight

900g

915g

Backpack: 900g, Camera Insert: 250g

Backpack: 915g, Camera Insert: 450g

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average rating 4.7 out of 5

Based on 18 reviews

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Reviewed by Jacob C.

Verified Buyer

I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Stunning, well-built - will be with me for years.

This bag is exceptional, as someone who only travels [in country and abroad] I believe that you expand your belongings to fit the space that you have so keeping a small bag allows me to stay light.

This has just the right amount of pockets allowing me to stay organised without having so many pockets that I can't remember where anything is.

The material has a great feel and robust quality, the top strap is really strong and I imagine that I will be continually using this bag for years and years.

Oh yeah .. and it is sustainable which makes everything about it so much better. My new favourite brand. If you are on the fence, don't hesitate just get it already haha.

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Reviewed by Rowan H.

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I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Everything I was looking for!

Shopping for a backpack is surprisingly difficult. I'm glad I stumbled across the Arkose however.

This bag ticks all my boxes.

The minimal aesthetic is bang on. It's functional and does so looking great. It has an insane amount of pockets yet none of it is overbearing or invasive on the design. If you don't use the pockets, you'll be no worse for it becuase unlike other bags, they do not create any dead space.

In fact, the 'modular' aspect of this backpack is incredible and I've not seen any other brand do it, and I don't know why! The bottom portion of the bag (the horizontal zip in the middle) can be unzipped from the inside to expand the space inside the bag. This is a brilliant innovation, meaning you have a proper way to compartmentalise larger items. The feature was unexpected, simple, but also mindblowing.

They have truly thought of everything with this bag. It has thankfully come 1 day early, allowing me to use it for my impromptu trip to spain. I am using no other form on luggage and travelling for 4 days, yet despite its seemingly small size, it fits everything with room to spare. Urth has somehow bent the laws of physics here.

The quality of materials here also seem great. Zips are strong with the perfect amount of resistance. The main nylon material feels premium and is stitched well and consistently. No loose threads is great to see! The internal pockets are very well padded and organised. The white contrast inside really does make a world of difference…

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Reviewed by Sacha M.

I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Just what I was looking for!

Thoughtful design, that's both durable and sleek. This backpack has now become my everyday staple.

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Reviewed by Cristina S.

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I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

Review posted

Really happy with the comfort

I have been a Gobe/Urth customer for a few years, once again they have created a great product. Super impressed with the quality and details of this bag :)

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