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An urban backpack is a practical choice for commuting to work, school or weekend trips. It offers space for your everyday essentials, comfortable carrying and well-organised storage. Choose from Pinguin backpacks with capacities ranging from 10 to 30 litres, including models with a padded laptop compartment and more versatile designs for active everyday use.
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How to Choose an Urban Backpack
An urban backpack should be comfortable for everyday use while providing easy access to the items you regularly carry. Consider whether you need space for a laptop, documents, sports clothing or just your personal essentials. Capacity, pocket organisation and carrying comfort are the most important factors.
What Size Urban Backpack Do You Need?
For everyday use, a backpack with a capacity of 20 to 30 litres is often sufficient. It can accommodate personal belongings, snacks, a water bottle and, depending on the design, a laptop or a change of clothes. Smaller models are suitable for children or shorter trips.
If you also use your backpack for weekend travel or sports activities, you'll appreciate additional storage space and practical compartments to keep your equipment organised.
Pinguin Urban Backpacks
Our range includes several Pinguin models with different capacities, designs and storage layouts:
- Pinguin Step 10: a compact backpack for children and short trips.
- Pinguin Step 24: a versatile backpack with a laptop compartment, suitable for city life and leisure activities.
- Pinguin Commute 25: a simple single-compartment backpack for everyday use.
- Pinguin Integral 30: a spacious urban backpack for carrying more equipment.
What to Look for When Choosing an Urban Backpack
- Laptop compartment: check its dimensions and padding to ensure it fits and protects your device.
- Pocket organisation: separate compartments make it easier to find your phone, keys, documents and other essentials.
- Carrying comfort: padded shoulder straps and a well-designed back panel are particularly important for longer periods of use.
- Weight and capacity: choose according to the amount of equipment you actually carry.
- Rain protection: standard backpacks are not completely waterproof. We recommend protecting electronics and other moisture-sensitive items with a waterproof case or dry bag.
One Backpack for City Life and Outdoor Adventures
An urban backpack isn't limited to your daily commute. Some models are also suitable for shorter hiking trips thanks to their comfortable carrying systems and practical storage. However, if you regularly carry heavier equipment or plan longer hikes, explore our range of hiking backpacks.
Need help choosing a backpack or checking whether your laptop fits a particular model? Contact us and we'll be happy to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What body height is the backpack designed for?
When choosing a backpack, torso length matters more than overall body height. Measure from the prominent vertebra at the base of your neck to the top of your hip bones. Most Pinguin backpacks have a back length of approximately 48 to 50 cm, while children's backpacks have shorter back panels. Models with adjustable back systems allow you to modify the fit. You can try the backpack at home with a load and return it within 14 days if it doesn't fit.
Can I fit a hydration bladder in my backpack or waist pack, and what size?
The suitable hydration bladder capacity depends on the specific model. Send us the name of your backpack and we'll check which bladder fits. For waist packs, we recommend hydration bladders specifically designed for waist packs. Standard backpack bladders may fit, but their functionality will be limited.
Is the backpack or waist pack waterproof?
Pinguin and Acepac backpacks and waist packs are not fully waterproof. Their fabrics have an internal coating that can withstand a short rain shower, but the seams and zippers are not waterproof. Use a rain cover in wet weather and pack moisture-sensitive items in a waterproof dry bag.
Is a rain cover included with the backpack?Applies to: Pinguin products
Most Pinguin backpacks come with a rain cover, although there are exceptions, such as the Integral 30. If your backpack doesn't include one, or you need to replace a damaged cover, you can purchase a universal Pinguin Raincover separately.
Can I buy a replacement buckle or strap for my backpack?
Replacement buckles and small parts for Pinguin backpacks are usually available. However, components have changed over the years, so please send photos of both parts to servis@activent365.com. Larger components, such as hip belts or rain covers designed for specific backpack models, are generally not available as replacement parts.
Can I take my backpack on a plane as carry-on luggage?
It depends on the size restrictions set by your airline. For backpacks with rigid back systems, the height of the back panel is particularly important. We can measure it for you upon request. You can find the backpack's dimensions in the product specifications.
How much weight can the backpack carry?
Backpack load capacities are not certified through testing, so we only provide approximate figures. For large hiking backpacks, the recommended load is around 15 to 20 kg, while smaller cycling backpacks generally carry around 5 kg. Contact us for information about a specific model.
Can I wash my backpack in a washing machine?
We don't recommend it. Clean your backpack by hand using a sponge and mild hand soap. Never use dishwashing liquids, laundry detergents or similar cleaning products, as they may damage the water-resistant coating. Backpacks contain numerous plastic and metal components that could be damaged during machine washing or even damage the washing machine itself.
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