Sept 26, 2026
The best
This is the 4th one is have purchased for myself and family members and we all use them all the time.
They are perfect travel/carryon bags!
Catherine M.
Details & care
Our newly redesigned Allpa 42L reflects our quest for pack perfection. While all the customer-favorite features of our bestselling Allpas remain, we’ve made a few game-changing updates. New features include better weight distribution and air mesh shoulder straps for an ultra-comfortable carry, an exterior stretch water bottle pocket, and a luggage pass-through strap that easily slides over the handle of a roller bag (like our Allpa Roller Bags). Most importantly, our Allpas are now made with 100% recycled fabrics.
- Suitcase style, full-wrap zipper opening
- Internal pocket configuration: 1 large, 1 medium, 1 small
- Stretch mesh water bottle pocket (up to 32oz)
- Front zip accessory pocket with internal organization & key clip
- Front zip accessory pocket also compatible with Allpa X Hip Pack
- 3 grab handles: side, top, and bottom
- 15" padded & fleece-lined laptop sleeve
- Roller bag-compatible pass-through handle on back
- 4 exterior webbing loops for attaching extra gear
- Security anti-theft YKK zippers with lockable main compartment
- Tuckable shoulder straps & hip belt
- Designed to transfer weight to hip belt
- Ergonomically comfortable shoulder straps
- Item #10911825
- Core Product ID 333333XTBA
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- Better weight distribution and air mesh shoulder straps for an ultra-comfortable carry
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Cotopaxi
This Certified B Corporation is named for an active stratovolcano in Ecuador, where founder Davis Smith lived in his youth. Known for its inventive, thoughtful approach to design, Cotopaxi guarantees every product for 61 years. One percent of its revenue is donated to charities worldwide.
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Dec 5, 2025
Waiting to get my bonus packing cubes
Hey guys - I got my pack, but when I ordered it, the promised bonus packing cubes didn't arrive. I registered a case with you, and you have promised to send them . Could you confirm that the bonus cubes are on the way? ONce I receive them I'll give a proper reivew. Thanks!
Daniyal M.
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Sept 26, 2026
The best
This is the 4th one is have purchased for myself and family members and we all use them all the time.
They are perfect travel/carryon bags!
Catherine M.
Sept 22, 2026
42L allpa backpack
Perfect size for traveling! Our Cotopaxi bags have lasted through years of trips. Love the features and compartments.
Erin P.
Sept 20, 2026
Favorite travel bag
This is my favorite overseas and mainland travel bag.
I am always amazed at how much I can pack and sort for trips.
teri c.
Sept 19, 2026
No more carry on
This bag will replace my carry on luggage. The problem with my other back packs has been that it’s a backpack and not mean for holding my clothes properly for travel. This does the trick. Will save me time and effort in the future.
Jin H.
Sept 11, 2026
I want my old pack back!
I want to start out by saying Cotopaxi has the best warranty, they stand by their warranty. I recently sent in an older Allpa 42L after the strap ripped. I dislike so many of the changes. They got rid of multiple loops on the outside I used to strap the bag down. They got rid of two inside pockets I used. Previously you could completely remove the hip strap and now its sown in. But worst they got rid of the side zipper that gave access to the main pouch and moved the laptop zipper to the opposite side. Now when you have the bag open on a table you have to flip it closed again to get your laptop, for someone that uses it everyday its really inconvenient.
Trevor
Aug 29, 2026
Color Doesn’t Match
The bag itself is super high quality. However, the ad showed a brighter blue color than what I actually received. This bag is mostly grayish on the front and green in the back. I wouldn’t advise ordering their bags online. If there’s a store that sells them, walk in and see the products for yourself.
Tiffany P.