Waterproof
Nylon
Magnetic
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Zephyr Pro 60L
Zephyr Pro is a full-capacity travel backpack built for the long haul — a 35L body that zip-expands to 50L, and packs up to a 60L equivalent with the patented Vortex™ airtight compression system. Wrapped in military-grade Cordura® 1680D, sailcloth-grade waterproof X-Pac® VX21, or refined CloudWeave™, with a built-in TSA-approved lock, stowable straps, and award-winning design, it is as ready for security lines as it is for the trip itself.
- Dimensions: 19.69" × 13.78" × 7.48" (50 × 35 × 19 cm, with expansion)
- Weight: 4.63–5.22 lb / 2.1–2.37 kg (varies by model & fabric)
- Volume: 35L base · 50L expanded · 60L vacuum-compressed
- Buckles: Duraflex
- Sternum Buckle: Nifco magnetic
- Zippers: YKK® Waterproof · YKK® Nylon
- Lining: Polyester
- Detachable Vortex™ Airtight Compartment
- Hidden Back Security Pocket
- Multi-Function Top Compartment
- Laptop Compartment with YKK® Weatherproof Zipper
- Side Pocket
- Zip-Expansion Main Compartment
- Layered Main Compartment
- High-Rebound EVA Back Panel
- Dual-Adjustment Shoulder Strap System
- Stowable Airline-Compliant Straps
- Detachable Waist Belt
- Luggage Pass-Through Strap
- Nifco® Magnetic Chest Buckle
- TSA-Approved Integrated Lock
- CloudWeave™
Premium nylon-polyurethane composite that delivers military-grade durability with a refined hand feel. Lightweight yet abrasion-resistant. - X-Pac® VX21
3-layer laminated sailcloth construction (face fabric + X-PLY ripstop scrim + waterproof film). Lightweight, abrasion-resistant, with the signature visible X-pattern grid. - Cordura® 1680D
Heavyweight 1680-denier ballistic nylon. Exceptional tear and abrasion resistance, dense weave for long-term durability.
- Free shipping on orders over $80 within the US.
- Most orders ship within 1–2 business days.
- 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
- Lifetime hardware warranty against manufacturing defects.
- iF Design Award
- Red Dot Design Award
Travel Backpack
ZEPHYRPRO
Designed to carry beyond conventional limits while maintaining the refinement, comfort, and versatility demanded by modern explorers.
35L→60L
integrated capacity expansion
168HRS
vacuum retention
IPX8
waterproof chamber
Pack more. Carry less.
Vortex™
Vacuum
System
Re-engineer your packing system.
Pair with the Vortex 60kPa Diaphragm Pump
to collapse clothing volume by up to 57%.
One system. Zero compromise.
0%
Volume
Compression
Compression
Pack more. Carry less.
60L Capacity
in a 35L
Backpack
The only backpack that can transform from a daily commuter bag into a carry-on suitcase replacement that fits under your seat and counts as a personal item.
0L
Pack 2 weeks of clothes. No checked bag.
The World's Most Powerful yet
Smallest Travel Pump
Vortex Diaphragm Pump 60kPa
Unlike any other pump we've created up to 15× the suction of leading travel vacuum pumps—all in the palm of your hand.
Two lines of defence
WATERPROOF
Zephyr is designed with waterproofing in every layer, ensuring your clothes, gear and any other valuables stay dry in every pocket.
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AIRTIGHT CHAMBER
Patented one-way valveHermetic thermoplastic weldWet–dry isolation
WATERPROOF SHELL
4-layer laminatePET waterproof filmHydrostatic resistance 5,000mm
YKK WATERPROOF ZIPS
#10 gauge sealed zippersLaptop compartment + front upper pocketThermoplastic bonded gasket
SHELL MATERIALS
XPAC VX21
Lighter. Faster. Travel-ready.
Ultralight aerospace laminateTear-resistant grid structure
CORDURA® 1680D
Tougher. Denser. Built to last.
Military-spec abrasion resistanceDWR-coated, holds shape under load
Ergonomic Padded Straps
Front Pocket
Expandable
Honey Comb Padding
Fidlock Magnetic
Sternum Strap
Sternum Strap
Luggage Pass-Through Sleeve
Hidden Back Pocket
Detachable/
stowable straps
stowable straps
Padded laptop sleeve
Load Lifters
TSA Lock
Side Handle
WORDS FROM TRAVELERS
REAL FEEDBACK. REAL TRAVEL MADE SIMPLER.
Precision Engineering
Trusted by frequent flyers, digital nomads and design aficionados worldwide.
Precision
Trusted by frequent flyers, digital nomads
Engineering
and design aficionados worldwide.
Black Voyage engineers their gear for today’s journeys of space-saving, durable, smart, and whisper-quiet.
Vortex Vacuum-Seal Compression Technology™ lets travelers pack up to 157 % more without expanding the exterior footprint.
World-Class IPX8 Rating — tested to withstand continuous immersion beyond 1 meter for 30 minutes and 168-Hour Compression Hold.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, we stand by the quality of our products with a lifetime warranty. If you experience any issues with your Black Voyage travel backpack or vacuum compression bags, we will repair or replace them at no cost to you.
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The Zephyr Pro provides 35L of packing space without using the expansion or vacuum compression features. Opening the expansion increases its capacity to 50L. With both the expansion and Vortex Vacuum Compression System activated, it can hold up to 60L.
35L — Standard capacity
50L — With expansion
60L — With expansion and Vortex Vacuum Compression -
We offer a 30-day return policy for unused products in their original packaging.
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Yes. The Zephyr Pro includes the Vortex Diaphragm Pump, delivering up to 60kPa of suction power for fast and efficient vacuum compression.
Designed as the World’s Most Powerful Yet Smallest Travel Pump, it delivers powerful compression while taking up minimal space in your backpack.
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Both share the same premium materials and core Black Voyage experience. The Zephyr Pro Lite is the lighter, more streamlined option, while the Zephyr Pro adds features such as a TSA lock for travelers who want more built-in convenience and security.