Zulupack® Rackham 40L – Compact Waterproof Duffel Bag for Shorter Trips
When a backpack is no longer big enough but you do not need a large travel bag, the Zulupack® Rackham 40L waterproof duffel bag offers a practical balance between capacity and portability. Its 40-litre capacity provides enough room for a weekend trip, a short boating adventure or your sports gear, while remaining compact and easy to handle.
The Rackham 40L is designed for situations where protecting your gear from water matters, but so do quick access, practical organisation and comfortable carrying. Its waterproof zip opening and convertible backpack-style carrying system make it a versatile choice for travel, boating, water sports and outdoor activities.
40 litres – a practical size for weekend travel
You do not always need a large piece of luggage for a two- or three-day getaway. A 40L travel bag provides useful space for clothing, footwear, toiletries and other personal essentials while remaining more compact than larger duffel bags.
This makes the Rackham 40L a practical option for weekend breaks, short holidays, road trips and active getaways when you want to carry a few days' worth of gear in one easy-to-manage bag.
A compact gear bag for boating and water sports
The 40-litre size is particularly practical on board, providing useful storage capacity without taking up as much space as a 60L or 80L bag. This can make a real difference on smaller boats, sailing yachts and other situations where storage space is limited.
It is also well suited to SUP, kayaking, canoeing and other water-based activities when you need to carry clothing, a towel, footwear and personal gear while keeping your equipment protected from wet conditions.
Practical for sports gear too
The Rackham 40L is not limited to travel. Its capacity also makes it a practical waterproof sports and gear bag when your equipment does not require the full volume of a larger 60L or 80L duffel.
Training clothes, footwear, towels and other sports essentials can be organised inside, while the separate perforated external compartment provides a convenient place for wet or dirty items after training or water-based activities.
Quick access when you need your gear
One of the key advantages of the Rackham 40L is its waterproof zip opening. Unlike traditional roll-top waterproof bags, it provides fast access to the main compartment – particularly useful when you need to reach your equipment several times throughout a journey or activity.
An internal zipped storage pocket secured with hook-and-loop fastening helps keep smaller items separate, so they are easier to find among clothing and larger pieces of gear.
Carry it on your back when it suits you
The compact 40-litre size works particularly well with the Rackham's backpack carrying system. With its removable ergonomic shoulder straps and chest strap, the bag can be carried on your back when you have further to walk or simply want to keep both hands free.
This can be especially useful around marinas, walking to your accommodation, using public transport or carrying equipment over terrain where a conventional hand-carried duffel bag would be less convenient.
IP66 protection for wet conditions
The Rackham 40L is an IP66 waterproof bag. Its waterproof zip, durable coated material and welded construction provide reliable protection against rain and powerful water jets.
This makes it a practical choice for travel and activities where your luggage may regularly be exposed to rain, spray and other wet conditions.
Rackham 40L or a larger size?
The Rackham 40L is ideal when compact size and easy handling are priorities and you generally travel for shorter periods or carry a moderate amount of gear. If you regularly need more space for multi-day trips, the Rackham 60L offers additional capacity. For large quantities of equipment or particularly bulky gear – such as long diving fins, larger sets of diving equipment or tens of metres of climbing rope – the greater capacity of the Rackham 80L may be the better choice.
If you are looking for a versatile and easy-to-handle waterproof duffel bag for shorter trips, boating or sports, the Rackham 40L offers an excellent balance between storage capacity and portability.
Who Is the Rackham 40L Waterproof Duffel Bag For?
How big is a 40L travel bag?
A 40-litre capacity provides useful space for clothing, footwear, toiletries and personal essentials for a shorter trip while remaining relatively compact and easy to handle. This makes 40L a practical size for weekend breaks and short getaways.
Is a 40L bag big enough for a weekend trip?
For many travellers, a 40L bag provides plenty of space for a weekend trip, although this naturally depends on your packing habits, destination and the equipment you need. The Rackham 40L is a practical choice for carrying clothing, footwear, toiletries and other essentials in one compact travel bag.
Is the Rackham 40L suitable for boating?
Yes. Its compact size makes the Rackham 40L particularly practical on boats where storage space may be limited. Its IP66 protection helps protect the contents of the main compartment against rain and powerful water jets, while the separate perforated external compartment is useful for keeping wet gear apart from other items.
Can I use the Rackham 40L as a sports bag?
Yes. Its 40-litre capacity provides useful space for training clothes, footwear, towels and other personal sports equipment. The separate perforated compartment is particularly useful after training or water sports when you want to keep wet or dirty gear separate from the contents of the main compartment.
Can the Rackham 40L be carried as a backpack?
Yes. The Rackham 40L features removable ergonomic shoulder straps and a chest strap, allowing it to be carried on your back when required. This can be particularly convenient while travelling, walking through a marina or whenever you need to carry the bag for a longer distance.
What is the difference between the Rackham 40L and 60L?
The main difference is storage capacity. The Rackham 40L is more compact and is well suited to shorter trips, weekend travel and moderate amounts of equipment. The Rackham 60L provides additional space for multi-day trips and larger amounts of sports, travel or outdoor gear.
When should I choose the Rackham 80L instead?
The Rackham 80L is the better option when you need to transport not only more equipment but also particularly large or bulky items. Examples include diving equipment with long fins and wetsuits, larger boating gear, or tens of metres of climbing rope together with additional climbing equipment.
Is the Rackham 40L waterproof?
Yes. The Zulupack® Rackham 40L is an IP66 waterproof travel bag. Its waterproof zip, coated material and welded construction provide protection against rain and powerful water jets.