Looking for a new backpack and need advice? No problem! Nobody likes standing at the checkout only to realize that not even a third of their purchases is a good fit. And who enjoys buying three extra bags just to transport their shopping hauls safely home? It's equally inconvenient when your backpack's capacity easily suits the next festival, but you simply want to meet your friends for coffee. Finding the perfect backpack size is important so that you genuinely enjoy and frequently use your backpack. From day packing to hiking backpacks, today we will discover the various sizes available and which backpack will serve as a reliable companion for you and your needs.
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Volume (in Liters) |
Backpack Type |
Practical for... |
Recommended collection |
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6 - 9 |
Small backpacks |
Short trips and late nights, concerts, restaurant visits, exhibitions and your next coffee date |
Bergen Small, Storberg, Tromso |
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10 - 20 |
Daily backpacks/ Daypacks |
City trips, small shopping trips, office, university or school and playground outings |
Bergen, Fyn, Aarhus |
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21 - 26 |
Hiking backpacks |
Sport, day hikes, shooting trips and extensive shopping excursions |
Lund Pro, Helsinki |
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28 + |
Trekking backpacks |
Weekend trips, longer hikes, bike tours and festivals |
Bali |
Popular backpack sizes: These models are suitable for your trip
Small backpacks
Backpacks with a capacity of between 6 and 9 liters are perfect if you tend to be minimalist and travel light. Short trips into the city, balmy summer evenings in the park, long party nights, a wild concert or a short coffee break with your loved ones. Our smaller, but equally stylish models, such as the Bergen Small, the Storberg or the Tromso will accompany you in every spontaneous adventure and offer you more than enough space for your Daily Essentials, such as your wallet, phone, water bottle, keys or headphones – you name it.
Daily backpacks & Daypacks
Ideal for your everyday use: With 10 to 20 liters of storage space, daypacks are ideal for school, university or work. With these backpacks, you would not just have room for your documents and all the snacks you need, you can also carry your tablet or laptop safely and securely. Despite the large storage space, they remain lightweight and are therefore very comfortable to carry. Our most popular models include the Bergen, der Fyn und der Aarhus. Whether classic, minimalist, urban or modern - with all our daypacks you can get through your day in style and are perfectly equipped for short shopping trips, day trips, visits to the playground or simply your day-to-day life.
Hiking backpacks
Are you constantly on the move, sometimes for longer periods of time and need to carry a few things for your trips? Our hiking rucksacks will accompany you reliably every step of the way. The capacity of the hiking rucksacks varies between 21 and 26 liters and offers enough space for everything you need for your hobbies. Do you like going to the gym? In addition to a water bottle and towel, our hiking rucksacks also have enough space for chunkier items such as sports shoes. Are you all about creative outings? With these backpacks, you can also transport high-quality equipment safely and securely thanks to the padded compartments. And of course, our hiking backpacks are also suitable for - surprise - hiking! Meanwhile, you can ensure your comfort with their padded back sections and straps. Carrying strap and chest strap are adjustable and adapt individually to your body to ensure a comfortable fit. Feel free to try the Lund Pro, the Helsinki or the Tonsberg aus!
Trekking backpacks
If you have big plans, you should definitely carry a suitably large backpack on your back! Whether it's a visit to a festival, a weekend trip, an extended bike tour or a backpacking adventure - with a trekking backpack, you're equipped for any experience. Standard trekking backpacks start at a volume of 28 liters. Because you will probably be carrying a lot of weight, we also attach great importance to comfort here: that's why the adjustable straps and the back are padded. An adjustable chest strap, such as the one on our Banff, ensures that the weight is evenly distributed across your body. Thanks to the many different inner and outer compartments, your luggage always stays organized and you have all your essentials within easy reach. Another practical feature is that both the Bali backpack and the Banff can be opened like a suitcase.
How to determine the right backpack size for you
If your backpack is too big, too small or simply incorrectly adjusted, this can lead to pain in your shoulders, neck, back and even hips. Here are four easy steps you can take to avoid that:
1. Determine the length of your back: To do this, measure the distance from the top of your shoulders to the top of your hips.
2. Consider the purpose of the backpack: As mentioned above, your backpack should also adapt to your plans. The bigger your plans, the larger the volume of your new backpack will need to be.
3. Make sure they fit properly: The backpack should fit comfortably on your back, but not be too tight. The straps should rest comfortably on your shoulders. Does your backpack have a hip belt? Then it should also rest on your hips to distribute the weight evenly. Simply adjust the height of the chest strap to the position that is most comfortable for you.
4. Find out what suits your body shape: Try out different sizes to make sure you choose the most comfortable model. Also take your build into account: if you happen to be rather small, for example, you should opt for a lighter and smaller model. It's best to visit a Kapten & Son store. Here you can try on different collections and get advice from our colleagues.