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Cascade Backpack - Standard

Portland Gear

Current Price $109.00
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Details & care

Designed in the Pacific Northwest, made for everywhere. Built with both capacity and convenience in mind, this bag is perfect for daily use. With weather-proof construction that holds up against anything the day throws at you, you can adventure, commute, or study with confidence.

  • Weather-proof construction
  • Back luggage sleeve
  • "Easy-See" grey lining for improved interior visibility
  • Wireframe top for easy access
  • Hidden security pocket for valuables
  • Dual laser-perforated water bottle sleeves (won’t collect water)
  • Stays upright when set down
  • Dual XL water bottle sleeves
  • Padded laptop sleeve (approx. 15"" × 10"")
  • Interior organization pockets
  • Adjustable straps and chest buckle
  • Fits under all standard airline seats
  • Dirt, grime, and spills wipe off easily
  • Volume: 21-liter
  • Classic Material: 100% polyester with TPU matte coating
  • Leatherlite Material: Pebbled vegan leather
  • Dimensions: 16"" Height × 11"" Width × 8.5"" Depth
  • Weight: 2.375 lbs (38 oz)
  • Item #10936423
  • Core Product ID 333333YKMU

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Portland Gear

Portland Gear’s Cascade line features water-resistant backpacks, bags, and accessories designed for everyday life on the go. With clean lines, durable materials, and smart organization, each piece offers a balance of style and function—perfect for commuting, travel, and city living.

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Most helpful positive review

Nov 21, 2025

Surprisingly spacious

Was able to pack for a weekend getaway only in this bag but it’s also perfect as an underseat item for longer trip.
TGB3254
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Most helpful critical review

Aug 30, 2025

Not waterproof

This item was described as waterproof when I looked at it at Nordstrom & at Portland, and that was important to me when I bought it. However, it just arrived, and the tag says water resistant, waterproof construction. Water resistant will not protect its innards when the tide comes in or when I drop it in the river or when it stands in a puddle during a monsoon. I'm deciding whether to keep it, but other shoppers should know that the description is misleading.
Nevermind999
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Aug 30, 2025

Not waterproof

This item was described as waterproof when I looked at it at Nordstrom & at Portland, and that was important to me when I bought it. However, it just arrived, and the tag says water resistant, waterproof construction. Water resistant will not protect its innards when the tide comes in or when I drop it in the river or when it stands in a puddle during a monsoon. I'm deciding whether to keep it, but other shoppers should know that the description is misleading.
Verified purchase
Nevermind999
Color:
Fog
17found this helpful
Nov 21, 2025

Surprisingly spacious

Was able to pack for a weekend getaway only in this bag but it’s also perfect as an underseat item for longer trip.
Verified purchase
TGB3254
Size purchased:
One Size
5found this helpful
Feb 25, 2026

Doesnt always fit

I read a lot of reviews that said the standard bag fit perfectly under the airplane seat and that’s not always the case. I sat in a premium middle seat and had to bend the bag and push it with my feet to fit under the seat. It fit perfectly under the window seat though. Otherwise I love the bag. I’m going to keep it and also buy the compact size. But I was very disappointed in all the reviews that said the bigger bag was perfect.
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Lizbeth83
Size purchased:
One Size
4found this helpful
Feb 4, 2026

HANDS DOWN THE BEST TRAVEL BACKPACK!

I’ve taken this backpack on sooo many trips. It’s the perfect personal item for any airlines. It fits under any airlines chair. It is water resistant. Excellent quality and fits sooo much! It even has a secret area for your passport and wallet. I can’t recommend it enough. 10/10!
Mandanesss
Size purchased:
One Size
2found this helpful
Jan 28, 2026

Not enough room

There is no stretch to it so you can only fit a small amount otherwise the zipper doesn't close. Laptop sleeve is too tight.
ChristiefromChicago
Color:
Tan
2found this helpful
July 21, 2026

Great backpack, endless possibilities

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Portland Gear Cascade Backpack is pretty awesome. It's huge and there are so many pockets, both large and small. I feel like I find a new one every time I look. One nice feature is the hard 'runners?' 'feet? 'on the bottom to keep the bag from sitting completely on the ground. My absolute favorite feature is how the main pocket opens. Remember the black medical bags that Drs would take on house calls? Or a lady's vintage clutch? This has that same metal framed opening that allows you to load or unload the backpack without fighting to pack everything in and hope it will close. The shoulder straps are nicely padded, and they can be clipped together in front for hiking, or just for extra security. This backpack can be used for so many different purposes. What will you use it for?
CarrieB