Waterproof Roll-Top Laptop Backpack

30 Litres, 0.5 kg — a Roll Top Backpack That Doesn't Work Against You

A waterproof roll top backpack solves the problem that standard zip-top bags create: you're limited to the capacity you packed with, regardless of what the day actually needs. The Jackson expands from 25 to 30 litres via the roll closure — add a layer of clothing for a night away, pack it tighter for the commute. At 0.5 kg, the bag itself adds nothing to the load. The Oxford cloth and polyester construction is waterproof and scratch-resistant — it handles the commute, the rain, and the kind of incidental contact a daily bag takes without showing it.

How the Roll Top Backpack Is Organised

360° Padded Laptop Compartment

The dedicated padded laptop compartment fits devices up to 44 cm — that's a 17-inch laptop with room to spare. The padding covers all four sides and the base, not just the back panel. Your laptop doesn't share space with cables, a lunch box, or a wet umbrella — it sits in its own protected section regardless of how everything else is packed around it.

Roll-Top Main Compartment — 25 to 30L

The roll-top closure expands the main compartment from 25 to 30 litres by unrolling an additional section at the top. When you need less, roll it down and clip it tight. When you need more — an extra jacket, gym kit, a day's worth of food — unroll and use the full capacity. The closure is a clip buckle, not a zip, so there's no failure point at the top of the bag.

Front Compartments

Two front sections with buckle closures handle everyday items — charger, keys, documents, a wallet — separately from the main compartment. One opens via zip for smaller items, one larger panel for anything flatter or bulkier. Both accessible without opening or unrolling the main bag.

Side Pockets

Side pockets on both sides hold a water bottle or an umbrella upright and accessible while moving — without opening anything or taking the bag off your back.

From the Daily Commute to the Weekend Away — One Waterproof Roll Top Backpack

The Jackson earns its place as a daily bag because it adapts to what the day actually requires. Monday commute with a 25L load. Wednesday with gym kit rolled in at 30L. Friday overnight trip with a change of clothes added to the top. The waterproof Oxford cloth handles British weather without a cover, and the scratch-resistant surface holds its appearance through daily contact with office chairs, lockers, and overhead bins.

Available in Black. Dimensions: 19 × 14 × 52 cm. Weight: 0.5 kg.

• Expandable 25–30L via roll-top closure — adjusts to the day's actual load
• 360° padded laptop compartment — fits laptops up to 44 cm, padded on all sides
• Waterproof Oxford cloth — handles rain without soaking through, scratch-resistant surface
• 0.5 kg empty — lightweight for a 30L bag, doesn't eat into your carry capacity
• Front sections and side pockets — charger, keys, bottle all separate and accessible
• Roll-top clip buckle closure — no zip at the top to fail under a full load
• Adjustable padded shoulder straps — customised fit for extended daily carry

Buying a Men's Roll Top Backpack From RAVIKEN

The most common issues with roll-top backpacks: the laptop compartment only pads the back panel, leaving the base and sides exposed, or the bag is significantly heavier than the stated specs. The Jackson states 0.5 kg and dimensions of 19 × 14 × 52 cm — a real full-size backpack, not an oversized daypack. The laptop compartment is padded on all four sides and the base — the padding is structural, not cosmetic.

The waterproof Oxford cloth is the same on all surfaces — not a waterproof front panel with an uncoated back. If something isn't right with your order, our team at RAVIKEN handles it directly.