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GRID Backpack

Regular price $255
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Award-winning backpack

  • Opens 180° for easy access
  • 600D water-resistant body
  • Waterproof zippers
  • Quick-access 16" laptop compartment
  • External compression straps for extra gear

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100 day hassle-free returns

2 years warranty

On all products

50,000+

5 star reviews

Certified B Corp

Recycled materials

The backpack for every adventure

21L

Total volume

600D

Water-resistance rating

rPET

Recycled materials
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Ideal for a daily commute, outdoor adventures, or in my case, five-day road trips.

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Action photographer Aaron Brimhall with GRID Backpack

Action PhotographerAaron Brimhall

“I've been waiting for a backpack that keeps up with my lifestyle. Here it is.”

B Corp sustainable gear by Ekster

Water-resistant & upcycled materials

PET bottles turned into water-resistant polyester yarn.

Engineered to endure

  1. Waterproof, auto-lock zippers keep all your gear safe
  2. Durable zinc alloy buckles secure your extra baggage
  3. A strong yet light ripstop lining gives you a clear view
Grid Backpack hardware and materials
Ekster GRID Backpack for men

Effortless packing180° easy access

The backpack opens up 180° with a light lining to let you pack and unpack without hassle.

The top waterproof zipper gives easy access to a soft-lined tech and sunglasses pocket while a suspended 16” laptop pocket keeps your devices separated and protected from impact.

GRID Backpack side profile

RFID protectedModular design

Inner pockets for your tech and gear keep things neatly organized. The outer compression straps are perfect for your yoga mat, tripod, or even your boxing gloves.

An RFID-blocking side pocket protects you from data theft, and a luggage pass-through strap makes traveling a breeze.

Weatherproof GRID backpack

600D water-resistantWeatherproof design

This weatherproof and drop-resistant backpack for men offers top-notch security for all your gear.

Your tech stays safe from the elements and knocks with a protective padded frame, water-resistant body, and waterproof zippers.

Comfortable backpack for men

Supportive and ventilatedAll-day comfort

The gradation pattern shoulder straps ensure a perfect fit while the air-mesh ventilated back panel gives you extra lower back support.

We've tested the GRID backpack's comfort with different body types and it's been approved by action photographers like Aaron Brimhall, Tom Kahler, and Morgan Oliver.

See it in actionGRID Backpack review

Watch as Gerardo Hernandez unboxes the GRID Backpack and takes it for a spin with his camera gear and accessories from our GRID Collection.

Grid Backpack features infographic

A place for everything

Aaron Brimhall with the GRID Backpack

@aaronbhallBuilt with the best-in-class

We knew we had to put this men’s backpack to the test to build something that had never been done before: the first bag suitable for a business meeting in the morning and a rugged adventure that same afternoon.

We partnered with six adventurers and action photographers who rigorously tested its features to ensure the GRID Backpack stands the test of time.

Use it for

Commute

Commute

Photography

Photography

Adventure

Adventure

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