YakSak Foldaway Travel Backpack
R1150.00
The YakSak™ is a foldable stowaway 15L lightweight travel backpack that thinks it’s way bigger than 15litres. Packing down to wallet-size, it unfolds into a darn tough, feature-packed EDC (EveryDayCarry) day-pack backpack that’s built for daily use, travel, and adventure.
The water-resistant ripstop fabric, reinforced with bar-tack stitching at all stress points, allows the backpack to shrug off heavy loads without tearing or stretching. This isn’t another flimsy “festival pack”; it’s a proper backpack designed to spend a lifetime as a travel and everyday companion.
Decades of Travel, One Clear Lesson
After 30 years of global motorcycle and 4×4 travel, one truth stands: you always need a small, lightweight, stowaway travel, hiking, adventure ready backpack. For groceries, hauling gear when off the bicycle or motorcycle, 4×4, or a quick day hike. It’s the piece of kit you’ll use far more than you expect.
We’ve destroyed enough budget foldables to know the weak points: paper-thin fabric pretending to be tough, poor stitching and yarns,
and no chance of lasting beyond a season or two.
Straps are spaced for a natural, ergonomic fit that works with both casual wear and bulkier adventure gear. It is one of the most comfortable, lightweight, foldable, and packable packs on the market.
That’s why we designed the Turkana YakSak™ differently: to be the packable travel, hiking and adventure backpack that can survive years of use, heavy loads, and hard travel without giving up.
Everyday Tough, With a Cheeky Side
If you’re the whimsical skedaddler who just needs something light to lug a few questionable souvenirs (yes, even the cheesy ones), the YakSak has your back. Basically, if you’ve got stuff to carry and a life to live, whether it’s passports, groceries, gym shoes, or kids’ toys; the YakSak is your for-life-buddy.
The YakSak™ – Typical Users & Uses
- Travelers & Backpackers – Frequent flyers, gap-year explorers, festivalgoers, and long-term travellers love the YakSak™ because space is always limited. Works perfectly as a secondary bag for city exploring, grocery runs, or side trips where a big pack is overkill.
- Outdoor & Adventure People – Hikers, campers, kayakers, beach lovers, bicycle and motorcycle riders as a backup bag when exploring interesting places.
A favourite as a “summit bag”, a small daypack for hauling snacks, water, or gear after setting up camp.
Overlanders, bicycle touring and bikers use it because it packs tiny and disappears into luggage until it’s needed. Straps are spaced wider to sit naturally on the shoulders, making them comfortable for riders wearing protective gear. - Minimalists & Urban Users – For people who don’t want a bulky backpack every day but like having a compact, lightweight buddy “just in case.”
Great for groceries, commuting, gym gear, or errands, especially in cities where walking, cycling, or public transport is the norm. - Families & Parents – Lightweight “spare bag” for outings, school runs, or hauling kid gear.
Perfect for those moments when jackets, toys, or books suddenly end up in your hands. - Open-Minded / Practical Shoppers – People who value function over fashion, wanting one pack that adapts to many situations.
Popular with eco-conscious buyers who prefer a durable, long-lasting bag over disposable, flimsy alternatives.

Features That Matter
- Folds Into Itself – packs down small, doubles as a secure pocket for keys, phone, or travel documents when in use
- Multi-Use – perfect for everyday carry, motorcycle travel, day hikes, or backup travel tote
- Bottle Holder – quick-access side pocket for hydration
- 15L Capacity – room for daily carry, groceries, or gear
- Wide Mouth – Easy get big items in and out of the Yaksak StowAway
- Laptop Friendly – fits up to a 14” laptop securely
- Key Clip & Carry Strap – keep your essentials handy and secure
- Double Zippers – cable access for charging on the move
- Ripstop Fabric – water-resistant, built to last
- Bar-Tack Reinforcements – extra strength at stress points
- Padded Shoulder Straps – comfortable, even with heavy loads
- Max Recommended Load: 10 kg – realistic, comfortable carrying weight