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Arkaig Backpack 12 litre waxed canvas backpack
$309.99
The Trakke Arkaig Backpack blends rugged durability with classic heritage styling. Handcrafted in Britain from high-quality, sustainable materials, it’s designed to withstand tough outdoor conditions while still looking effortlessly stylish.
With a 12-litre capacity, the Arkaig is spacious enough for all your essentials, whether you’re heading out on a day walk, a camping trip or commuting to work. It’s a lightweight, everyday backpack that works just as well in town as it does outdoors.
Highlights
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12-litre capacity - compact but spacious for daily essentials
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Handmade in Britain - crafted by a small team of skilled machinists
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Waxed canvas construction - durable and weather resistant
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Comfortable carry - padded back panel and shoulder straps
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Practical storage - internal laptop sleeve and front zipped pocket
Practical, everyday performance
Adjustable webbing straps make it easy to dial in a secure fit, while the padded back panel and shoulder straps provide comfortable support during long days or extended wear. The Arkaig is designed to be worn all day without fuss.
Inside, the main compartment includes an internal padded laptop sleeve that fits laptops up to 14 inches, making it a practical choice for work or travel. A waterproof zipped front pocket keeps smaller items like your phone, keys or wallet safe, dry and easy to reach.
Built to last
Crafted from durable materials including weather-resistant waxed canvas and premium Japanese waterproof zips, the Arkaig Backpack is built for long-term use. Its timeless design means it will look just as good in ten years as it does today.
All waxed canvas products are covered by a lifetime guarantee, with free repairs for defects in workmanship or materials. Every Arkaig Backpack is handmade in Britain by a small team of skilled machinists, using primarily British-made materials.
Simple, dependable and ready every day
Effortlessly stylish and surprisingly spacious, the Arkaig has everything you need for the day. From heritage materials to practical storage, it’s a backpack designed to be used regularly and age gracefully over time.
Features
Product overview
Technical details
Specifications
Bag Dimensions: 41cm x 25cm x 11cm (H x W x D)
Laptop Sleeve Dimensions: 30cm x 22.5cm, fits 14" MacBook Pro
Volume: 12 litres
Materials
Outer fabric: Dry-finish Waxed Canvas
Liner fabric: Dry-finsh Waxed Canvas
Webbing: Durable spun polyester
Hardware: Stainless Steel AustriAlpin COBRA 25mm QuickRelease buckle
Weight
Total: 0.9kg
Sustainability and Product Care
Product care
It's important to look after the things we own. Maintaining your bag well will help to keep it strong, supple and weather-resistant. The good news is your dry-finish waxed canvas bag is built to last and super easy to maintain.
Cleaning
Begin by brushing off any loose dirt and debris with a stiff brush while the bag is dry. Next clean the surface of the bag with a sponge and warm soapy water. Make sure to use a clear soap to avoid staining the fabric. Use a toothbrush to get into the hard to reach areas like seams and pocket folds. Finally use a cloth to remove any excess moisture and leave the bag to dry fully before reproofing. We always recommend reproofing after you deep clean your bag to refresh the wax coating that may have been partially removed during the cleaning process.
Reproofing
We recommend reproofing your bag every 6 months to keep the weather at bay. Reproof your canvas bag with a wax emulsion spray formulated specifically for use on dry-finish waxed canvas. For best performance, always use the same wax formula that your bag came with.
Repairs
We have dedicated Repair Stations in our stores and we're fully equipped to breathe new life into your old kit. This includes spare parts, patches, new zips and wash and reproofing of your down and waterproofs. Pop into any store or contact us online for more info.
Alpine Bond
If one of our products does not meet your expectations upon delivery, or if during its lifetime does not live up to the demands placed upon it, please return it to us for repair, replacement or refund. If the problem is our fault then we will do this to your satisfaction. If it’s your fault then we will help out the best we can. Find out more about our Alpine Bond here.
How it is made
Where It Is Made
Our products are made in the best factories in the world. We know the factories personally and they have all signed up to our Code of Ethics in our supply chain. This includes the Ethical Trading Initiative base code, fair pay, safe working environments, no child labour, no modern slavery, no bribery or corruption, no materials from conflict zones and humane farming methods.
All our factories sign up to our Code of Conduct. Find out where we make our product by visiting our Factories of Alpkit factory zone.
Reducing our carbon footprint
We are carbon neutral under PAS2060 and offset our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 operations and transport emissions. We recognise that offsetting is not part of the solution but a point to pass through on a journey to Net Zero. Carbon Neutral is just a step in that journey.
We have joined the Science Based Targets Initiative which sets independent targets for us to achieve to do our bit to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Our targets are to halve our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 based on 2018 base year and reduce our total carbon intesnity by 15% every year to achieve genuine net zero by 2050.
End of life
When your partnership with this product is over send it back to us and we will pass it on to someone that needs it through our Continuum Project.
Delivery is free over $99.
All duties and import charges are covered by Alpkit on products of UK origin. This includes the 10% universal import duty and
reciprocal tariffs, announced on the 11th April 2025. Customers who wish to proceed with a purchase can contact us directly via email at support@alpkit.com
to obtain a delivered price, inclusive of all applicable tariffs.