Knack Packs were designed for One Bag Life. That means clutter-free, hands-free travel. That’s why our 2-in-1 backpacks feature an expandable suitcase compartment, a main compartment with smart organization and a padded laptop pocket. Pack everything you need in one comfortable, easy-to-carry backpack.

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Knack's Minimalist Travel Backpack Collection

Knack’s minimalist travel backpacks enable One Bag living. A Knack Pack’s carry-on friendly silhouette holds a hidden, expandable suitcase compartment and a spacious main compartment with smart organization pockets that adapt effortlessly to your needs. Cutting-edge features combined with a minimal, modern look helps Knack Packs stand out as the best backpack for minimalist travel. Get a Knack for minimal travel today.

Minimalist Travel Backpack Features

  • Expand Your Horizons

    Separate, patented, expandable suitcase compartment with easy-access lid makes packing for travel easy by giving you up to 50% more carrying capacity. Depending on Knack Pack size, this compartment holds up to 4 changes of clothes.

  • Stay Organized

    Keep all your gear secure and easy to find with next-level organization, including a fleece-lined tablet pocket, see-through mesh accessory pockets and a hidden side-zip water bottle pocket.

  • Series 2: Small Expandable Knack Pack® Factory Second Backpack Knack

    Be Compatible

    To make your travels easier, our integrated trolley sleeve lets you slip your Knack over the handle of almost all sizes of wheeled luggage.

About Knack

Finally, say goodbye to the hassle of juggling multiple bags! Knack sprang from a simple observation that too many people were carrying too many bags at the same time, leading to an epidemic of overloaded shoulders and cluttered lives.

We pulled together a passionate group of frequent travelers and bag enthusiasts (from Tumi, Coach, North Face, Samsonite, and eBags) and created a revolutionary expandable backpack that transitions as easily from work to working out as it does from a client meeting to a weekend with friends. We called this backpack a Knack Pack and it was the first everyday bag that’s clever enough to replace two.

While Knack today is more than just backpacks, each of our products’ innovative designs and thoughtful features continues to help you effortlessly carry everything you need, while keeping you organized and hands-free at the same time. Experience the difference that Knack makes in every journey.

What makes Knack Packs a good choice for a minimalistic backpack?

We've designed all of our Knack Packs to have streamlined designs to eliminate unnecessary bulk while offering just enough compartments for essentials. Expandable and compact size and thoughtful organization make it perfect for those who prefer carrying only what they truly need every day.

How versatile is the Knack Pack for daily use with a minimalistic approach?

Our expandable capacity gives you the capability to have extra space whenever needed while allowing you to adapt from a sleek daypack to a larger carry-on size. This versatility allows you to maintain a minimalist load on normal days and still have room for extras when required.

Does the minimalistic design compromise storage and organization in the Knack Pack?

The minimalistic aesthetic doesn’t mean the organization got thrown out the window. In fact, there are multiple thoughtful compartments and pockets without making it feel cluttered or bulky. The patented suitcase-style opening is a game-changer too; when you unzip it, everything is right there, easy to see and grab. So you get that clean, sleek style but still have plenty of places to keep your stuff neat and sorted. It’s like having your cake and eating it too when it comes to minimalism and function!

Are these bags lightweight enough for everyday use without feeling bulky or heavy?

We know that minimalism is often about carrying less weight. However, with Knack Packs, we've flipped the script and answered this by being designed with lightweight yet durable materials and a compact profile that doesn’t add unnecessary bulk. Even when expanded for extra space, it stays surprisingly comfortable to wear and easy to carry around all day. This makes it a great choice for anyone who wants a minimalist backpack that’s practical for daily life without feeling like a burden.

Testimonials

A minimalist bag ideally sized for everyday/commute as well as weekend travel. Easily fits 2-3 days of clothes. It’s also a great duffel bag; just hide the straps and grab it by the side handle! The computer sleeve lacks a false bottom; be cautious dropping in a laptop. Also, the water bottle compartment intrudes into the main compartment reducing space. My only 2 minor gripes. Overall, this bag is incredibly well designed… and It looks bad-ass cool!. Go donate your daily backpack, travel bag, and duffel bag… this one backpack does it all!

Chris M.

Great backpack. Love the fact that it fits under seat. Perfect for minimalist travel.

Ron O.

This bag is helping me go minimalistic! Since discovering the joys of merino tech garments, I have been heading towards being able to go anywhere for any amount of time with only a backpack. I love that this allows me to use it daily as a backpack, so it has all of my technology and EDC already, and then with one unzip, I suddenly have room to carry enough clothes to get me through a week, and it still fits under the seat in front of me easily. Good quality materials and thoughtfully laid out.

John H.

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