Why We Like The Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Travel Pack
When our gym duffel is too tiny for our travel essentials and our bulky luggage is too big, the Cotopaxi Allpa 28L Travel Pack is just right. From its durable shell fabric to its subdivided internal compartments, this junior-sized pack is the perfect companion for our short-yet-involved vacations. Its small size can be carried on flights, while mesh dividers and multiple external storage pockets allow painless packing and easy travel access. Even during travel, this pack has the bells and whistles necessary for transportation convenience. Four reinforced grab handles and a low-profile harness system with tuck-away straps mean this bag can be hand-carried like a briefcase or worn like a backpack to accommodate versatile travel.
Details
- Versatile travel bag for overnight and weekend adventures
- Durable materials offer rugged abrasion and weather resistance
- Wrap-around main opening and internal compartments allow convenient packing
- Laptop sleeve provides padded protection for electronics
- Backpack straps with sternum strap and hip belt afford comfortable extended carry
- Grab handles and tuck-away backpack straps offer streamlined side carry
- Carry-on compatible and small enough to be considered a personal item
- Item #CTXB0FD
- Material
- [face fabric] 1000D polyester, TPU coating, [panels] 840D ballistic nylon
- Volume
- 28L (1709cu in)
- Backpack Carry
- stowable straps, hip belt
- Pockets
- [external] 1 zippered top, 1 zippered back panel (padded laptop sleeve, 13in), [internal] 1 zippered compartment, 1 subdivided zippered compartment
- Carry-On
- yes
- Closure
- clamshell zipper
- Dimensions
- 19 x 12 x 9in
- Claimed Weight
- 2lb 10oz
- Activity
- travel
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
5 based on 868 ratings
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The product is a well-designed travel backpack with multiple compartments and a clamshell-style opening for easy access. It is praised for its durability, comfort, and ability to fit a surprising amount of items despite its compact 28L size. Users were able to pack enough for 3-5 day trips. The backpack also has a sleek, stylish appearance with various color options. Minor downsides include the lack of a water bottle holder and difficulty zipping the bag when overpacked. Overall, the backpack provides great value and functionality as a travel companion.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 8, 2025
Great
Love this pack, I'm thinking of getting a colorful Del Dia one next.
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
October 7, 2025
28L Cotopaxi Backpack
- Familiarity:
- I've used it several times
- Size Bought:
- 28L
I got the backpack in Black. I loved it for the size, slick look, attachment for the carry-on roller. The 38L was highly rated by Wirecutter. However I didn’t want to carry my larger carry-on size on my back so I opted for the “personal item” size - the design is similar to the 38L luggage alternative size but finding the compartments are not convenient and cumbersome and cannot fit as much things as a 28L should
October 6, 2025
Excellent pack for travel
I purchased this bag in anticipation of a number of trips, as I specifically needed a bag that would be suitable as a carry on while also being able to fit outfits for multiple days. I absolutely love this bag - it has so many pockets, and can fit so much in a compressed manner. It’s far better than a standard backpack as far as travel is concerned and fits under the seats, even on the smaller planes. I also appreciate the hip straps, although I know they work better on the larger packs. The laptop sleeve and the locking loop is clever as well - my laptop was safe and secure, even when I had to check my bag. The only thing I’d suggest is that the suitcase pass through strap could be larger and perhaps stretchy, as it sometimes was a struggle getting the bag onto the suitcase with a such a thin strap. Overall, huge fan of this bag and of the brand!
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
October 4, 2025
Great travel backpack
It has all the features i needed for short term travel where I can take this as carry-on personal item on the flight/train. It's well-designed, durable build, suitcase like design and enough spaces/pockets for laptop, tablet, electronics pouch, toiletry bag and other knick/knacks
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
October 3, 2025
Amazing travel backpack
Love this travel backpack, I’ll never go back to another brand
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
October 2, 2025
Allpa 28l
Honestly I love them. I totally just wanted the Cotopaxi because it was cute and really good quality bag. Beautiful colors choices they have . Perfect size for women
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
September 30, 2025
Cotopaxi backpack
I was able to survive for 3 weeks trip. This backpack is well designed and very useful, durable. Strongly recommend. Plan to buy more.
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
September 28, 2025
I loved the suitcase-style design
I loved the suitcase-style design and the exterior laptop sleeve.
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
September 27, 2025
Cotopaxi Allpha 28, best travel pack in smallest size
My husband and I have the Allpha 28, 35, and 42 and only travel with these packs now. They are the best pack for carry on travel internationally!
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
September 26, 2025
Bandwagoner
Did lots of research (even the Reddit one bag deep dive. ) Landed on this one and couldn’t be happier. It’s quite literally my idea of a perfect personal item bag! It was between this and Patagonia’s mini mlc. Still went with Patagonia’s duffle though…
Originally reviewed on Cotopaxi
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