
Klättermusen
Gjalp Ultralight Backpack 18 Litres
The Klättermusen Gjalp Ultralight Backpack is an 18-litre daypack made from abrasion- and tear-resistant Retina ripstop fabric woven with ECONYL recycled polyamide, weighing 315 g and measuring 47 cm high, 22 cm wide, and 18 cm deep. It is intended for commuting and day hikes, with a two-way main zipper, a compartment for a 16-inch laptop or hydration bag with straw slit, a zippered interior pocket, a large zipped front pocket, a side water-bottle pocket, adjustable padded shoulder and chest straps, and a breathable mesh back panel. Additional features include a reinforced bottom, reflective logo and triangular insert, and a small Swedish-flag label.
- Material
- Retina® ripstop fabric woven from ECONYL® recycled polyamide blend thread
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- minimal, modern, travel-friendly, technical
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Backpacks
Specifications
Ultralight 18-litre technical backpack in ECONYL® recycled ripstop with a 16-inch laptop compartment, weighing just 315 grams.
Two-way zip opening into main compartment with zippered inner pocket, dedicated 16" laptop or hydration sleeve with straw slit, large zipped front pocket, side water bottle pocket, adjustable ergonomic padded shoulder straps, adjustable chest strap with plastic buckle, breathable mesh padded ventilated back panel, reinforced bottom, reflective triangular insert and logo for visibility.
- Material
- Retina® ripstop fabric woven from ECONYL® recycled polyamide blend thread
- Secondary
- recycled-materials
- Style
- minimal, modern, travel-friendly, technical
- Occasion
- everyday, work, weekend, travel, hiking
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 18x22x47 cm
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Backpacks
Additional Attributes
- Retina® ripstop fabric
- ECONYL® recycled polyamide blend thread
- highly abrasion and tear-resistant
- featherweight construction
- two-way zip main compartment opening
- zippered inner pocket
- large zipped front pocket
- side water bottle pocket
- hydration bag compatible with straw slit
- adjustable ergonomic padded straps
- adjustable chest strap with plastic buckle
- breathable mesh padded back panel
- reinforced bottom
- signature Swedish flag woven label
- reflective triangular insert
- reflective logo
- vegan construction
Product Insights
Gjalp Ultralight Backpack 18 Litres Retina® Light ripstop in ECONYL® recycled polyamide, 70D / 88 g/m² Water-resistant, not waterproof; main zip is not waterproof Recommended load up to 5 kg; 8–10 kg is beyond intended use Light 70D shell, not armoured; avoid dragging over rock or concrete 240 CAD buys ultralight weight, recycled fabric and dual commute/hike use, but not waterproofing or load support
Verified claims
- capacity
- 18 L, 47 × 22 × 18 cm; one-size variant
- weight
- About 315 g (314.5 g in retailer specs)
- material
- Retina® Light ripstop in ECONYL® recycled polyamide, 70D / 88 g/m²
- sustainability
- Recycled ECONYL content, bluesign® approved, GRS certified, PFC-free finish
- water_resistance
- Water-resistant, not waterproof; main zip is not waterproof
- laptop_fit
- Padded sleeve fits up to 16" laptop; full-access zip opens flat
- access
- Two-way full-access main zip; interior zip pocket
- organization
- Large zipped front pocket, open side bottle pocket, inner zip pocket
- carry_system
- Padded ergonomic shoulder straps, adjustable chest strap, breathable mesh back panel; no hip belt
- load_limit
- Recommended load up to 5 kg; 8–10 kg is beyond intended use
- base_durability
- Hardur® aramid-blend reinforced bottom, reported 270–280 g/m²
- shell_durability
- Light 70D shell, not armoured; avoid dragging over rock or concrete
- tear_resistance
- Ripstop limits tears to roughly one grid spacing; it is not rip-proof
- care
- Wipe with lukewarm water and soft cloth; no machine wash, tumble dry or solvents
- material_limits
- Keep away from >180°C heat and prolonged strong acids/bases
- styling
- Olive-green minimal design with reflective triangle and Swedish flag label
- use_cases
- Commuting, travel, day hiking and everyday carry within 5 kg
- hydration
- Hydration-bladder ready with straw slit; prepared for trekking poles
- repair
- Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects; paid repair for zips, seams and buckles
- comparison
- Fjörm 18L for sustained rain; Gilling 20L for heavier loads and ventilation
- value
- 240 CAD buys ultralight weight, recycled fabric and dual commute/hike use, but not waterproofing or load support
Product record
- Title
- Gjalp Ultralight Backpack 18 Litres
- Brand
- Klättermusen
- Price
- 240 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 2 sourcesUses
Carrying a laptop on commutes and day trips
This ultralight 18 litre daypack has a dedicated padded sleeve rated for a 16 inch laptop, so a 15 inch machine slides in easily. The full-access zipper opens the pack flat, letting the laptop go in and out without being forced through a narrow opening. It suits commuting, travel and everyday carry where a laptop comes along.[1,2]
Day hikes in a lightweight 18-litre pack
An 18-litre ultralight pack for day hikes, with ergonomic shoulder straps, attachment points for trekking poles, and hydration-system compatibility. The water-repellent fabric handles damp trail conditions, and the recommended carry limit is up to 5 kg. It can also double as an everyday bag between hikes.[1,2]
Cleaning and Caring for the Backpack
To clean the Gjalp 18L, wipe it with lukewarm water and a soft cloth, avoiding machine washing, solvents, or tumbling which can strip the water-repellent finish. When finished using it, empty the front pocket, store it flat, and let it dry open away from radiators.[2]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front-facing olive-green backpack with rounded top, top carry loop, diagonal front zipper pocket, visible brand text and small black mesh triangle accent.
- Overall shapeRectangular main body with rounded top corners and slightly curved base, shown facing forward.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - Material and finishThin, slightly shiny ripstop-like fabric with subtle grid texture visible across the main panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.68 (high) - Top carry loopNarrow fabric loop handle at top center with a dark base color and visible small red flecks or pattern.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Main closure outlineTop main zipper runs along the curved top edge, visible as a stitched seam and faint zipper track.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.04 · w 0.70 · h 0.12 (high) - Diagonal front pocketProminent diagonal zippered pocket crossing the upper third to midsection, with visible zipper teeth and tape in matching fabric tone.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.30 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high) - Zipper pull cordShort corded zipper pull on the diagonal pocket, showing a multicolored braided cord (pink and blue visible) knotted at the end.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.36 · w 0.05 · h 0.08 (high) - Mesh triangle accentSmall black perforated or mesh triangular patch located under the diagonal zipper near the right-center front panel.
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.34 · w 0.09 · h 0.08 (high) - Brand text“White printed brand word on the right front panel.”
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.33 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Model/volume text“Small white block of text below the brand text indicating model and volume.”
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x 0.75 · y 0.36 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Bottom left strapShort fabric tail or strap protruding from the bottom left edge with a dark color and faint red pattern matching the top loop.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.84 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot centered on a light gray background with even diffuse lighting and a small soft shadow beneath the backpack.
- Shot compositionBackpack centered vertically and horizontally in the frame, full front view with slight space around edges.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and subtle drop shadow under the product suggesting a flat surface.
- LightingEven, diffuse studio lighting producing soft highlights on the fabric and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
olive green· main bodyblack· mesh triangle accentwhite· brand and model textdark gray with red flecks· top carry loop and bottom tailpink-blue braided cord· zipper pull cord- Overall shapeRectangular main body with rounded top corners and slightly curved base, shown facing forward.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a small, lightweight backpack showing padded back panel, two shoulder straps with attachment webbing and a top carry loop. Visible side pocket and main zipper pull on the left side.
- Overall silhouetteTapered vertical backpack shown from the rear with a slightly rounded top and a wider base tapering inward toward the top.
- Back panel paddingCentral contoured padded back panel in a smooth dark fabric with stitched outline running along its edge.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.18 · w 0.37 · h 0.66 (high) - Shoulder strapsTwo vertical padded shoulder straps in the same outer fabric as the body, each with a length of webbing stitched down the center and multiple attachment loops on the right strap.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.76 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.74 (high) - Sternum strap buckleSmall adjustable sternum strap with a black plastic side-release buckle joining the two shoulder straps at chest level.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (medium) - Lower strap adjustersWebbing lower strap ends with plastic tri-glide adjusters visible at the base of each shoulder strap, left strap end lying on the foreground surface.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.82 · w 0.32 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.78 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Top carry loopShort fabric loop at the top center composed of a black cord with red speckled threading, stitched into the pack seam.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Left-side zipper and pullVertical main zipper on the left side with a matching colored coil and a dark leather or rubber triangular pull tab attached to the slider.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.14 · w 0.20 · h 0.56 (high) - Side pocketExternal open side pocket on the left panel made from the same outer fabric, with a reinforced top edge seam.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.62 · w 0.26 · h 0.34 (high) - Attachment ringsSeries of small oval metal or coated fabric loops along the right shoulder strap used for attaching gear, visible as stacked ring shapes.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.44 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (high) - Base fabric patchBottom edge shows a darker textured fabric panel distinct from the main shell, forming the pack base.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo on a light neutral background with soft even lighting and slight shadowing beneath the pack.
- Shot compositionBackpack centered in frame with full rear visible and some foreground cropping of the lower left strap end.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background without texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the front-left producing gentle highlights on fabric and a faint shadow beneath the backpack to the right.
Colors
olive green· main outer fabricdark charcoal· back panelblack with red speckles· top carry loopolive coil and dark pull· zipper coil and pulldeep charcoal· base panel- 03

Product
Interior view of a backpack showing the main compartment, an internal zip pocket with visible zipper and fabric tag, and the top opening with a two-way zipper track.
- Main compartment liningDeep burgundy red ripstop-like fabric lining forming the interior back panel and pocket face; slightly wrinkled finish.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.56 (high) - Interior zip pocketHorizontal zip pocket located on the interior back panel with a matching burgundy zipper tape and a partially open red zipper pull; pocket top has elasticated stitching along its opening.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.27 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Zipper pull cordShort braided cord attached to the zipper slider in red and grey, tied in a simple knot at the end.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.34 · w 0.15 · h 0.10 (high) - Exterior shell visibleOuter shell material in a light brown/olive color visible around the compartment opening with a smooth, slightly shiny finish.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.46 · w 0.44 · h 0.51 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.02 · w 0.36 · h 0.96 (medium) - Top zipper trackLarge-toothed zipper track in a beige/gold tone runs around the compartment opening; teeth are evenly spaced and visible along the opening edge.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 0.12 (high) - Brand fabric labelBlack rectangular fabric label sewn onto the interior pocket face with a blue triangular logo and blue word mark.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.43 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Brand word mark“klattermusen”
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.44 · w 0.25 · h 0.10 (high) - Small illegible text blockSmall multi-line white text printed below the brand mark on the black label, too small to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Close-up interior product shot on a neutral background with soft directional lighting and minimal shadows; image crop emphasizes the open main compartment and internal pocket.
- Shot compositionClose-up overhead-facing view into an open backpack showing the interior back panel and pocket; crop excludes most of the backpack exterior sides and straps.
- Background and lightingNeutral off-white background with even studio lighting; soft shadows inside the compartment and slight specular highlights on the outer shell material.
- Image qualitySharp focus on interior pocket and label; some exterior edges are slightly out of frame but overall high resolution and low noise.
Colors
burgundy red· interior lining and pocketlight olive brown· exterior shell visible at openingwarm beige gold· top zipper teethred with grey flecks· zipper pull cordblack· interior label backgroundmedium blue· logo and label word mark- Main compartment liningDeep burgundy red ripstop-like fabric lining forming the interior back panel and pocket face; slightly wrinkled finish.