Heldclosely : The Traveler 34L Ecopak EPX200 : Black

Thirty-four litres. Built for the planet. Ready for everywhere.

The HeldClosely Traveler in Ecopak EPX200 is the flagship bag for the global one-bag traveller who refuses to compromise — on performance, on principles, or on packing light. An unstructured ultralight messenger that collapses to almost nothing, expands to hold a week's worth of gear, and sits quietly against your body whether you're navigating an airport, jumping a night bus, or working from a café in a city you've never been to before.

Built from Ecopak EPX200

EPX200 from Challenge Sailcloth is the world's first 100% recycled laminated pack fabric. Face, film, cross-ply reinforcement, and ripstop backing — every component recycled. The 200-denier REPREVE polyester face bonds to a proprietary recycled waterproof film, reinforced at 45° with blue cross-ply yarn for structure and cut resistance. A 70-denier ripstop backing delivers stitch strength that outperforms traditional pack fabrics. The C0 DWR is completely fluorocarbon-free. No TPU, no PVC, no harmful coatings. The bag is recyclable at end of life. Every yard of EPX200 saves over one pound of CO₂ compared to nylon pack fabric. It carries a slightly warmer, more textured aesthetic than most technical fabrics — quieter in a room, just as capable in the field.

Slim when you want it. Massive when you need it.

The expansion zipper cleanly circles the body, growing the bag from a lean 24L to a full 34L in seconds. Slim enough to ride against your body like a second skin on a crowded train. Big enough to carry everything you need for an extended trip without checking a thing. The excess strap tucks away inside the bag — no dangling tails, no visual noise.

Front panel, purpose-built

One large waterproof zippered pocket handles documents, a small tablet, or anything you need without opening the main compartment. Beside it, a large UltraStretch stuff pocket swallows bulky items and closes with a magnetic FIDLOCK snap — one-handed, silent, no fumbling. The strap adjusts via all-aluminium G-hook across a full range from 18" to 38" (up to 44" with wings).

An interior that thinks ahead

Inside: one full-width zippered pocket, two deep narrow zippered pockets, and an UltraStretch pocket sized precisely to hold the included EPX200 pouch upright and accessible even when fully packed. A hidden AirTag pocket sits flush against the interior panel — invisible from outside, immediately useful. Two discreetly placed key loops keep anchor items within reach without rummaging.

TSA carry-on compliant

What's included:

• 1x Ecopak EPX200 Ultralight Accessory Pouch (0.95 oz, 0.75L)
• Removable shoulder strap with aluminium G-hook

• Closed: 21.5” x  4.5” x 13”
• Expanded: 21.5” x 9.5” x 13”
• Strap: Adjustable from 18” to 38”
• Volume: 24 Liters expands to 34 liters
• Weight: 18.5 oz
• The Traveler is TSA Carry-On compliant

MATERIALS

• Ecopak EPX200 — 100% recycled REPREVE polyester, recycled waterproof film, C0 DWR (fluorocarbon-free), 70d ripstop backing, 45° cross-ply reinforcement
• Hardware: All-aluminium G-hook, FIDLOCK magnetic closure, YKK waterproof zippers

V1.1 Updates include:

• Waterproof exterior zippers for improved durability
• Removal of zipper flaps for easier access
• Removable Fidlock pull tab with interchangeable colors (red and black included)