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Outdoor Vitals backpacks
We list 7 Outdoor Vitals backpacks, from 16 to 64 L and 0.2 lb to 2.8 lb. The lightest is the Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0 at 0.2 lb, and prices start at $31.97.
By Everyday LoadoutData checked outdoorvitals.comAbout Outdoor Vitals
- Packs listed
- 7
- Capacity range
- 16 to 64 L
- Weight range
- 0.2 lb to 2.8 lb
- Price range
- $31.97 to $329.97
At a glance
- LightestOutdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.00.2 lb · 99 g
- Lowest priceOutdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0$31.97 at Outdoor Vitals store, Black
- Best water protectionOutdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original ModelWaterproof (rated), 1500 mm HH
- Most capacityOutdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack64 L
Side-by-side specs
| Pack | Capacity | Weight | Laptop | Water | Opening | Rating | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0 | 16 L | 0.2 lb · 99 g | — | Not published | — | — | $31.97 |
| Outdoor Vitals Skyline 30 Fastpack | 26 L | 1.3 lb · 584 g | — | Water-resistant | Roll-top | — | $197.97 |
| Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original Model | 45 L | 1.9 lb · 865 g | — | Waterproof (rated) | Roll-top, Panel | — | $199.97 |
| Outdoor Vitals KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure Backpack | 45 L | 2.8 lb · 1,276 g | — | Water-resistant | Panel | — | $247.97 |
| Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack | 51 L | 1.7 lb · 765 g | — | Water-resistant | Roll-top | $329.97 | |
| Outdoor Vitals Carbon Evo 50 Backpack | 58 L | 1.9 lb · 851 g | — | Water-resistant | Roll-top | — | $289.97 |
| Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack | 64 L | 2.0 lb · 893 g | — | Water-resistant | Roll-top, Panel | — | $299.97 |
Image not availableColors: Black
The Outdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0 is a 16 L, 0.2 lb pack. The main fabric is 40D ripstop nylon.
It's the lightest of the 7 packs here, 1,177 g lighter than the heaviest and the least expensive here at $31.97. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 16 L
- Weight
- 0.2 lb · 99 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Not published
- Opening
- Not published
- Fabric
- 40D ripstop nylon
$31.97was $39.97at Outdoor Vitals store, Black
Lowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Hydration sleeve
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)

Image not availableThe Outdoor Vitals Skyline 30 Fastpack is a 26 L, 1.3 lb pack that fits common carry-on limits. The main fabric is 100D Robic nylon diamond ripstop, rated 1500 mm HH.
It's the second lightest of the 7 packs here. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 26 L
- Weight
- 1.3 lb · 584 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Water-resistant
- Opening
- Roll-top
- Fabric
- 100D Robic nylon diamond ripstop
$197.97at Outdoor Vitals store, White
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals Skyline 30 Fastpack at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals Skyline 30 FastpackLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Fits common carry-on limits
- 2 bottle pockets
- Hydration sleeve
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original Model
Best water protection
Image not availableColors: Dark Blue
The Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original Model is a 45 L, 1.9 lb pack that is rated waterproof (1500 mm HH). The main fabric is Spectra / Robic Ripstop (Robic Nylon w/ Spectra Ripstop), rated 1500 mm HH.
It's the fifth lightest of the 7 packs here. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 45 L
- Weight
- 1.9 lb · 865 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Waterproof (rated)
- Opening
- Roll-top, Panel
- Fabric
- Spectra / Robic Ripstop (Robic Nylon w/ Spectra Ripstop)
$199.97at Outdoor Vitals store, Dark Blue
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original Model at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original ModelLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Rated waterproof (1500 mm HH)
- Removable hipbelt
- Load lifters
- 2 bottle pockets
- Hydration sleeve
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Image not availableColors: Black
The Outdoor Vitals KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure Backpack is a 45 L, 2.8 lb pack. The main fabric is 210D Nylon with 400D Spectra Ripstop Grid, rated 1500 mm HH.
At 2.8 lb it's the heaviest of the 7 packs here. Worth knowing: heaviest pack in this list.
- Capacity
- 45 L
- Weight
- 2.8 lb · 1,276 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Water-resistant
- Opening
- Panel
- Fabric
- 210D Nylon with 400D Spectra Ripstop Grid
$247.97at Outdoor Vitals store, Black
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure Backpack at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals KotaUL Ultralight Travel & Adventure BackpackLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Removable hipbelt
- 2 bottle pockets
Worth knowing
- Heaviest pack in this list
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Image not availableColor not published
The Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack is a 51 L, 1.7 lb pack that fits common carry-on limits. The main fabric is Challenge UltraWeave 200 (UHMWPE / high-tenacity polyester woven blend, laminated with Challenge RUV film).
It's the third lightest of the 7 packs here and the most expensive here at $329.97. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 51 L
- Weight
- 1.7 lb · 765 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Water-resistant
- Opening
- Roll-top
- Fabric
- Challenge UltraWeave 200 (UHMWPE / high-tenacity polyester woven blend, laminated with Challenge RUV film)
- Review score
- 8.4 / 10
$329.97at Outdoor Vitals store
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra BackpackLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Fits common carry-on limits
- Padded hipbelt
- Load lifters
- 2 bottle pockets
- Hydration sleeve
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Image not availableColors: White
The Outdoor Vitals Carbon Evo 50 Backpack is a 58 L, 1.9 lb pack that fits common carry-on limits. The main fabric is 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop, rated 1500 mm HH.
It's the fourth lightest of the 7 packs here. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 58 L
- Weight
- 1.9 lb · 851 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Water-resistant
- Opening
- Roll-top
- Fabric
- 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop
$289.97at Outdoor Vitals store, White
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals Carbon Evo 50 Backpack at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals Carbon Evo 50 BackpackLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Fits common carry-on limits
- Removable hipbelt
- Load lifters
- 2 bottle pockets
- Hydration sleeve
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack
Most capacity
Image not availableThe Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack is a 64 L, 2.0 lb pack. The main fabric is 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop, rated 1500 mm HH.
It's the 5th lightest of the 7 packs here. Worth knowing: sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store).
- Capacity
- 64 L
- Weight
- 2.0 lb · 893 g
- Laptop
- Not published
- Water
- Water-resistant
- Opening
- Roll-top, Panel
- Fabric
- 100D Robic Nylon w/ 200D Spectra Ripstop
$299.97at Outdoor Vitals store, Carbon Gray
Check price for the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack at Outdoor Vitals store (opens in new tab)Full specs and sources for the Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Carbon 60 BackpackLowest in-stock price as of Oct 25, 2026.
Stands out
- Removable hipbelt
- Load lifters
- 2 bottle pockets
- Hydration sleeve
- 3 torso sizes
Worth knowing
- Sold by one retailer we track (Outdoor Vitals store)
Questions, answered from the data
What are the lightest Outdoor Vitals backpacks?
The Outdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0 is the lightest at 0.2 lb (99 g), by manufacturer spec.
What's the cheapest option?
The Outdoor Vitals Drifter 16L Backpack 2.0, with a lowest in-stock price of $31.97 this week.
Are any of these waterproof?
The Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight Ultralight Backpack - Original Model is marketed as waterproof. Ratings are listed where the brand publishes one.
About this list
This page includes every Outdoor Vitals backpack in our database, ordered by capacity. “At a glance” picks compare these packs with each other only. To compare across brands, use the backpack search.
Specs come from Outdoor Vitals’s product pages unless marked otherwise, and every value links to its source on the product page. Prices are the lowest in-stock price we found on Oct 25, 2026. This is a spec comparison, not a hands-on review. Read our methodology.