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DIMENSIONS
42 x 28.5 x 13.5 cm (H x W x D)
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VOLUME
13 L
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WEIGHT
700 g
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LAPTOP POCKET
15"
Kapten & Son Åre Daypack Lite: Lightweight 13L Backpack for Everyday Adventure
Most packable daypacks save weight by stripping everything back. The Åre Daypack Lite takes a smarter route. At just 700 g, it is Kapten & Son's lightest backpack, yet it still gives you a breathable padded back, laptop storage, Easy Access opening and practical organisation in a compact 13 L format.
Foldable and easy to store, it works as a lightweight travel backpack, small laptop backpack or day-trip companion. The water-repellent shell is made from 90% recycled PET, and an included rain cover adds protection when the weather turns properly wet.


Light to Pack, Built Like a Proper Backpack
Some packable backpacks feel useful only until you have to carry them for a full day. The Åre keeps the low weight while retaining the features that make everyday carry comfortable and organised.
- ✓ Kapten & Son's lightest backpack: just 700 g, foldable and compact enough to pack inside your luggage.
- ✓ Easy Access opening: the fold-open front panel gives you a clearer view of the contents than a narrow top-opening daypack.
- ✓ Laptop-ready: the 38 x 25 cm compartment is designed for 14" and 15" MacBooks; for other devices, compare the measurements of your laptop and case.
- ✓ Comfort without hiking-pack bulk: a breathable padded back, adjustable padded shoulder straps and a chest strap help stabilise the load on longer days.
- ✓ Ready for changing weather: the shell is water-repellent and a rain cover is included for added protection when heavier rain arrives.
Side mesh pockets and an anti-theft pocket complete a compact 13L daypack that works for commuting, travel and light day hikes without pretending to be a technical trekking pack.
City, Trail or Travel: Where the Åre Daypack Lite Fits Best
This is a small backpack for active days that move between everyday life and time outside.
- 🏙️ For everyday city carry: laptop, charger, bottle and a light layer fit into a streamlined format that stays easy to move with.
- 🥾 For day hikes and active weekends: the breathable back, chest strap, side mesh pockets and included rain cover make it far more trail-friendly than a basic packable bag.
- ✈️ For travel: at 42 x 28.5 x 13.5 cm, it fits within many conventional cabin-bag limits and works especially well as a compact secondary daypack. Airline and fare-specific limits still vary.
Morning laptop, afternoon trail. Pack your computer and daily essentials for the first half of the day, then swap the tech for water, snacks and a shell when you head outside. Its 13 L volume is deliberately compact: ideal for a day, not designed as an overnight or weekend bag.
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Technical Specifications
General Information
Brand: Kapten & Son
Product: Åre Daypack Lite
Type: Lightweight daypack / packable travel and leisure backpack
Volume: 13 L
Weight: 700 g
Dimensions: 42 x 28.5 x 13.5 cm (H x W x D)
Inside colour: Grey
Best for: City, commuting, day trips, light hiking, travel and everyday active use
Materials & Weather Protection
Main material: 90% recycled PET, 10% polyester
Water resistance: Water-repellent
Rain cover: Included
Vegan: Yes
Waterproof: No. The shell is water-repellent; use the included rain cover for added protection in heavier rain
Carry & Comfort
Back panel: Breathable and padded
Shoulder straps: Padded and adjustable
Chest strap: Yes
Foldable: Yes, designed to fold down for compact storage
Organization & Laptop Carry
Main access: Easy Access fold-open front panel
Laptop compartment: 38 x 25 cm
Laptop compatibility: Designed for 14" and 15" MacBooks; check device dimensions for other laptops
Side storage: 2 mesh pockets for bottle, umbrella or similar essentials
Security: Anti-theft pocket for valuables
Additional storage: Internal organisation pockets and dedicated storage for the included rain cover
FAQ
Its 13 L volume is aimed at day use. A typical load can include a compatible laptop, charger, water bottle, small notebook, snacks and a light layer. For hiking, swap the office items for water, food, a compact shell and day-trail essentials. It is intentionally smaller than an overnight or weekend backpack.
The laptop compartment measures approximately 38 x 25 cm and Kapten & Son lists it for 14" and 15" MacBooks. Laptop dimensions vary between brands, so compare your device and protective case measurements with the compartment before ordering.
The backpack itself is water-repellent rather than waterproof. A rain cover is included and has dedicated storage inside the pack, giving you an extra protective layer for heavier or more persistent rain.
Yes, particularly for lighter day hikes. Its 13 L volume, breathable padded back, chest strap, side mesh pockets and included rain cover make it practical for water, food and a light layer. It is not intended as a multi-day trekking pack or for carrying heavy loads.
Its dimensions are approximately 42 x 28.5 x 13.5 cm, which fit within many conventional cabin-bag allowances. Some low-cost fares use stricter under-seat limits, often including a 40 cm height cap, so always check the current allowance attached to your airline and fare.
Yes. Kapten & Son describes it as foldable and compact to store. The main material is 90% recycled PET and 10% polyester, and the product is listed as vegan.
The Åre Daypack Lite in Use











