Cotopaxi
Empacable 16 L Backpack
The Cotopaxi Empacable 16 L Backpack is a lightweight packable daypack made from nylon with a polyester lining, designed for travel, hiking, and everyday carry. It has a 16-litre volume with a drawcord main compartment, an inner hydration bladder pocket, a top zip pocket, two elastic side water-bottle pockets, adjustable breathable shoulder straps, and an adjustable removable chest strap. It measures 48 cm high, 30.5 cm wide, and 9 cm deep, and stows into its integrated stuff sack.
- Material
- Nylon fabric; polyester lining
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- sporty, travel-friendly, utilitarian
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Backpacks
Color
Size
Specifications
16 L nylon backpack with drawcord main compartment, hydration bladder pocket, and side water-bottle pockets.
Main compartment with drawcord closure, inner hydration bladder patch pocket, top zip pocket, two elastic side water-bottle pockets, adjustable breathable shoulder straps, and adjustable removable chest strap.
- Material
- Nylon fabric; polyester lining
- Secondary
- polyester
- Style
- sporty, travel-friendly, utilitarian
- Occasion
- travel, hiking, everyday
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 48 x 30.5 x 9 cm
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Backpacks
Additional Attributes
- Nylon fabric
- Polyester lining
- Main compartment with drawcord closure
- Inner patch pocket for hydration bladder
- Zip pocket on top
- Two elastic water-bottle pockets on the side
- Adjustable breathable shoulder straps
- Adjustable and removable chest strap
- 16 L volume
Product Insights
Packs into its own zip pocket for compact storage Around 227–262 g depending on fabric, with Del Día versions at about 282 g Body is 100% recycled lightweight 230T nylon; lining is 100% recycled polyester Frameless with no hip belt; realistic ceiling is about 10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg) 100 CAD buys a sub-300 g packable daypack with hydration sleeve, harness pocket, and luggage pass-through
Verified claims
- packability
- Packs into its own zip pocket for compact storage
- weight
- Around 227–262 g depending on fabric, with Del Día versions at about 282 g
- material
- Body is 100% recycled lightweight 230T nylon; lining is 100% recycled polyester
- closure
- Drawcord cinch top opens wide for fast loading and pulls closed with one hand
- closure tradeoffs
- Drawcord top is quick but less secure than a zip and can leave a dangling cord
- carry system
- Frameless with no hip belt; realistic ceiling is about 10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
- back panel
- Plain fabric back panel with no padding or ventilation channel
- shoulder straps
- Breathable mesh shoulder straps reduce sweat buildup
- sternum strap
- Adjustable and removable sternum strap stabilizes the load
- hydration compatibility
- Interior hydration sleeve holds up to a 2 L bladder, with a hose pass-through port
- harness pocket
- Stretch pocket on the shoulder harness holds phone, transit card, or keys
- side pockets
- Two side stretch-mesh pockets fit standard 32 oz water bottles
- travel feature
- Rear luggage pass-through slides over rolling suitcase handles
- organization and attachment
- Internal divider plus a bottom daisy chain for organization and carabiner attachments
- care
- Spot clean with damp cloth and mild soap; hand wash cold if needed; do not machine wash
- care
- Air dry at room temperature; do not tumble dry, bleach, iron, or use fabric softener
- dimensions and fit
- 48 × 30.5 × 9 cm (19" × 12" × 3.5"), 16 L, ONE SIZE
- color and variant
- Available in Black and Mossy Green, both ONE SIZE, same price and stock
- styling
- Black colorway is subdued and wardrobe-neutral
- use cases
- Best as a travel backup, day hike, commute, or shopping-overflow pack
- value
- 100 CAD buys a sub-300 g packable daypack with hydration sleeve, harness pocket, and luggage pass-through
Product record
- Title
- Empacable 16 L Backpack
- Brand
- Cotopaxi
- Price
- 100 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
Packable travel daypack for airport transit and extra trip capacity
Use this ultralight 16 L daypack as your carry-on or essentials bag, then compress it into its own accessory pocket to stash inside your suitcase between uses. Its rear luggage pass-through slides over a rolling-suitcase handle, which sources describe as making it easier to move through crowded transit hubs, and it pairs cleanly with the Allpa Travel Pack for international travel. Unfold it later when you need extra carrying space for souvenirs or additional gear.[1,2,3,4]
Compact storage as a backup bag
The Empacable 16 L Backpack folds into its internal accessory pocket, compressing it down into a compact pouch. This packed version can be easily placed in a suitcase, drawer, or other travel bag as a backup pack. It is useful for carrying overflow from shopping or souvenirs, unfolding it whenever extra carrying space is needed.[1,2,3,4]
A light daypack for errands, travel, and everyday exploring
Cotopaxi positions this 16-litre daypack—about 227 grams—for travel, everyday exploring, and carrying the essentials. The cinch-top opening loads quickly and pulls closed with one hand, while a stretch pocket on the shoulder strap keeps a phone, transit card, or keys reachable without swinging the pack around. Breathable mesh shoulder straps help reduce sweat buildup on hot days and longer carries.[1,2,3,5]
Hydration-bladder ready daypack
The Empacable 16 L Backpack has an interior hydration sleeve that holds a bladder up to 2 L, with a hose pass-through so the drinking tube routes out via a port on the shoulder strap. This makes it a straightforward choice for hikes or outings where you want to sip hands-free from a reservoir instead of stopping to grab a bottle.[1,2,3,5]
Outdoor Adventures and Daily Commuting
Carry water bottles and essentials comfortably on hikes, travel days, and daily commutes. The pack features dual water-bottle pockets designed to fit standard 32 oz bottles and extra storage for items like folding umbrellas.[1,2,3,5]
Customize your carry with attachable extras
The Cotopaxi Empacable 16 L Backpack has a daisy chain at the bottom that lets you attach carabiners or other accessories. This makes it easy to customize the bag to suit your needs.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Empacable 16 L Backpack: Choose this if you want an ultralight backup daypack for travel or day hikes: it weighs about 227 grams, offers 16 litres of capacity, folds into its own internal accessory pocket to stash in a suitcase or larger bag, and includes a luggage pass-through for roller bags. It's built from 100% recycled lightweight 230T nylon with breathable mesh shoulder straps, a removable sternum strap, dual water-bottle pockets, and a hydration sleeve for bladders up to 2 litres. Note that the closure is a cinch top only with no locking mechanism, and care is limited to spot cleaning or cold hand washing—machine washing, tumble drying, bleach, and fabric softener can damage the fabric or straps.[1,2,3] | Batac 16l Backpack Del Día Collection - Assorted And Random Colours: Choose this if you want a compact 16 L daypack for light everyday carry — it has a zip main compartment, a large vertical front zip pocket, side and interior mesh pockets, and adjustable padded straps, and one owner reports packing it inside a larger travel bag to use as a daypack, while another uses theirs as a daily gym bag. Choose it despite the Del Día design only if you like surprise: each bag is made from repurposed fabric scraps, so colors are assorted and random and the item you receive will not be the one shown in the photo. Note that this pack is a poor pick for carrying a laptop — one user found a 15-inch MacBook Pro barely fit, was hard to get in and out of the back sleeve, and felt uncomfortable worn that way — and another user with a very short 15-inch torso found it uncomfortably long at the shoulder and hips.[6,7,8,9] | Batac 16l Backpack Del Día Collection - Assorted And Random Colours: Choose this if you want a compact 16 L daypack (19 by 13 by 4 inches) made from repurposed nylon fabric scraps, with a zip main compartment, a large front vertical zip pocket, mesh side pockets, interior pockets, and adjustable padded straps. Each Del Día bag is one of a kind with random color variations, so the purchased item will not match the photo, and some shoppers prefer picking a solid color option instead. Note that one user reported the sternum strap compressing and abrading their chest, which they found very uncomfortable despite relying on it for stability.[10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing black backpack with a single large front panel, visible top carry loop in cream, a small branded fabric label near the top center, mesh side pockets, and partial shoulder straps visible at the sides.
- Overall shapeTall rectangular main body with a slightly tapered top and a rounded base, viewed straight-on from the front.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.06 · w 0.68 · h 0.88 (high) - Top carry loopShort woven carry loop in a light cream color set into the top center seam, folded so the loop opening faces forward.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.03 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - Front panelSingle smooth front pocket/panel covering most of the front surface with minimal visible stitching and a horizontal top seam about a quarter down from the top.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Brand labelSmall rectangular black fabric label sewn to the front near the top center showing white text and a small white icon to the left.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.05 (high) - Side pocketsVertical black mesh or textured pockets on both lower sides, integrated into the seam and slightly recessed from the front panel.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.16 · h 0.32 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.58 · w 0.16 · h 0.32 (medium) - Lower trimNarrow light-cream horizontal trim or reflective strip at the bottom front edge of the bag.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.89 · w 0.28 · h 0.05 (high) - Visible text“cotopaxi”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.23 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high) - Shoulder strap fragmentsSmall portions of the shoulder straps visible at the lower left and right sides, emerging from the bag sides and curving toward the back.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.74 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.74 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot centered on a light gray background with soft shadow beneath the backpack; even lighting and slight top-down perspective.
- BackgroundEven light gray seamless background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the bag indicating studio lighting and the bag resting on a flat surface.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.92 · w 0.44 · h 0.06 (high) - Shot compositionProduct centered vertically and horizontally with the full front visible and small margins around the top and sides.
Colors
charcoal black· main fabriclight cream· top carry loop and lower trimdeep black (textured)· mesh side pockets- Overall shapeTall rectangular main body with a slightly tapered top and a rounded base, viewed straight-on from the front.
- 02
Product
Side-angle view of a black packable backpack showing the left profile, one side pocket, drawstring top with cord lock, and shoulder straps with beige webbing and a chest strap.
- Overall profileTall narrow side profile of a soft-sided backpack with a slightly rounded top and a flat base; main body appears unstructured and made from lightweight woven fabric.
1 region
x 0.09 · y 0.05 · w 0.62 · h 0.90 (high) - Top closureGathered drawstring top with a visible beige cord and a small cylindrical cord lock at the top-right edge of the pack.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.03 · w 0.27 · h 0.18 (high) - Side pocket (textured)Lower side panel pocket with a horizontally ribbed or textured black material distinct from the smoother main fabric; pocket occupies lower front-left quadrant of the bag.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.29 (high) - Mid-side flapRectangular stitched flap or horizontal strap on the mid-side area, made from the same smooth black fabric as the main body.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.49 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Shoulder strapsPair of slim black shoulder straps visible at right; straps have stitched edges, mesh-backed inner surfaces, and are connected to beige webbing adjustment straps and buckles.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.64 (high) - Chest strapBeige horizontal chest strap with a small side-release style buckle crossing the right strap area.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Lower webbing strapBlack adjustable lower strap emerging from the base and lying on the surface in front of the pack.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.90 · w 0.56 · h 0.09 (high) - Metal hardwareSmall metallic cord lock and strap hardware visible near the top drawstring and on the strap adjusters; metal appears silvery.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.06 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.82 · y 0.76 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light-gray background with soft shadows; image shows the bag cropped slightly at the base and full bag visible from a side angle; lighting is even.
- Background and stagingLight neutral gray seamless background with a subtle shadow under the bag indicating studio lighting and a flat surface.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side view showing the left profile of the backpack and both shoulder straps; bottom of the pack is close to the lower edge of the image and slightly cropped.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with a faint shadow cast toward the lower left of the pack.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution clear product photograph with visible fabric texture and stitch lines.
Colors
matte black· main body fabrictextured black· textured lower side pocketlight beige· webbing and small strapssilvery gray· metal hardware- Overall profileTall narrow side profile of a soft-sided backpack with a slightly rounded top and a flat base; main body appears unstructured and made from lightweight woven fabric.
- 03
Product
A black packed backpack contained in its integrated stuff sack; the sack shows a printed brand logo, line-art backpack diagram, and the text EMPACABLE 16L. Visible components include a small black webbing carry loop and a white drawcord closure at the sack opening.
- Packed sack shapeSoft rectangular pouch with slightly rounded corners and flattened, pillowy profile indicating a compressible item inside; fabric shows small wrinkles and creasing across the surface.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.76 (high) - Top carry loopShort black woven webbing loop protruding from the top center of the sack, folded so the loop opening faces rearwards.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Drawcord closureWhite braided drawcord emerging from the left side near the top edge of the pouch, tied or knotted with a short free tail visible.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Printed line-art diagramSingle-color thin-line drawing of a backpack front view printed on the sack, centered vertically between logo and model text; drawing shows shoulder strap outline and front pocket shapes.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.26 · w 0.44 · h 0.30 (high) - Brand wordmark“Word 'cotopaxi' printed in a light contrasting color near the top of the sack above the line-art, with a small animal silhouette to the left of the word.”
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.16 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - Model text“EMPACABLE 16L”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.62 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric textureWoven synthetic fabric with a subtle diagonal texture visible in highlights and along curved surfaces; finish appears matte with low sheen.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow below and to the right; lighting is even and diffused, producing mild specular highlights on fabric folds.
- Background and surfaceSmooth light gray background and surface forming a seamless plane; slight shadow under the pouch anchors it to the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter top-down viewpoint with the pouch rotated slightly so its top is angled toward the upper-left corner of the frame.
- LightingSoft, diffuse studio lighting producing even illumination and gentle highlights on creases; no harsh shadows or color casts visible.
Colors
black· sack bodyoff-white· printed graphics and textwhite· drawcordblack· carry loop- Packed sack shapeSoft rectangular pouch with slightly rounded corners and flattened, pillowy profile indicating a compressible item inside; fabric shows small wrinkles and creasing across the surface.