Matador ReFraction Packable Backpack 16L

The ReFraction™ Packable Backpack offers 16 litres of lightweight, durable storage with sleek aesthetics and outdoor-grade materials. Crafted from recycled, Bluesign®-certified nylon with PFC-free waterproofing, it packs into its own pocket for easy travel. Recognised as a "Pack Hacker Pick", it’s perfect for any journey.

Key Benefits

• Compact and Packable: Packs into its own top-access pocket for travel convenience.
• Sustainable Materials: Made from Bluesign®-certified recycled nylon and coated with PFC-free DWR.
• Lightweight and Durable: Weighs only 7.9 oz (225 g) while offering 16 litres of capacity.
• Comfortable Design: Breathable, cushioned shoulder straps for all-day wear.
• Weather-Resistant: Waterproof materials and YKK® water-resistant zippers for light rain protection.

Our Opinion

The small rucksack has a large main compartment and two small compartments for utensils that can be accessed via water-repellent zips. The outer shell is made of very robust and high-quality ripstop nylon, which also has a water-repellent coating. This keeps the contents nice and dry even in a short rain shower. The side compartments on the outside are great to put your damp swimming trunks or bikini in there while the rest of the contents stays dry.

Great details include a loop above the zips to prevent unintentional opening and make life difficult for pickpockets. With its low weight, the rucksack is easy to stow in your luggage. For a short hike or city sightseeing, you then have a rucksack that is comfortable to carry and disappears again when you don't need it. Of course, size and weight are a compromise, as the rucksack is already well filled with a large bath towel. On the other hand, it easily fits a set of overnight clothes, toiletry case and camera. 

Features

• Packs into top-access pocket
• YKK® water-resistant zippers with security loops
• Stretch water bottle pockets and front pocket
• Adjustable, removable sternum strap
• Rolling luggage handle pass-through
• Weight according to manufacturer: 225g
• Weight, measured: 229g
• Capacity: 16 Litres
• Dimensions when full: 43x25x19cm
• Packed dimensions: 3x20x8cm
• Materials: 100D recycled nylon with PU waterproofing , 70D Bluesign® span, PFC-free DWR coating & YKK® PU-coated sealing zippers