Patagonia Day Packs

Carry the day in comfort. Patagonia day packs haul your essentials with supportive straps and smart organisation, built from tough recycled fabrics and backed by the Ironclad Guarantee for trails, commutes and travel.

Patagonia day packs for the trail, the commute and travel

A day pack gets used more than almost any other piece of kit, so Patagonia builds these around durability, comfortable carry and weather resistance. The range covers everything from streamlined trail packs to structured commuter bags, much of it made from robust recycled materials with a water-resistant finish.

The Black Hole range handles everyday and travel duty

The Black Hole range is built around a tough, water-resistant coated fabric that shrugs off knocks, scuffs and showers. Its structured shape and organised storage suit commuting, travel and general daily carry, where you want a bag that protects what is inside. It is the natural pick when durability is the priority.

The Refugio leans toward trail and hiking days

For walking and lighter hiking, the Refugio offers a comfortable harness, a ventilated back panel and ready access to water and layers. It carries a day's essentials securely without the bulk of a full hiking pack. That makes it a good all-rounder for people who split their time between trails and town.

Carry comfort comes from the harness, not just the size

How a pack feels loaded matters more than its headline capacity, and these are built with supportive shoulder straps and back panels that spread weight evenly. A pack that sits well stays comfortable across a long day, whether on the hill or on your back through a city. The fit is part of why these wear in rather than out.

Capacity choice depends on how you will use it

The range spans compact packs for short days up to larger volumes for travel and longer outings. Matching the size to your typical load, rather than the biggest available, keeps a pack comfortable and easy to live with. Thinking about your usual day out is the quickest way to the right capacity.

Frequently asked questions

Are Patagonia day packs waterproof?

Many styles, including the Black Hole range, use a water-resistant coated fabric that shrugs off showers and light rain. They are highly weather-resistant rather than fully submersible, so for sustained downpours a pack liner or rain cover keeps the contents dry.

What size day pack do I need?

It depends on how you will use it. Around 20 to 30 litres suits commuting and day hikes, smaller volumes work for minimal everyday carry, and larger sizes are better for travel or longer days out. Matching capacity to your typical load keeps a pack comfortable.

Are Patagonia packs covered by a guarantee?

Yes. Patagonia packs are covered by the Ironclad Guarantee, and the Worn Wear programme repairs wear and tear so a pack can stay in use rather than being replaced.

Are Patagonia day packs comfortable to carry when loaded?

They are built to carry a full day of kit comfortably. Padded shoulder straps and a supportive back panel spread the load, and a sternum strap helps keep the pack stable when you are moving. Larger day packs add a hip belt to take weight off your shoulders on longer walks. Matching the pack size to your usual load makes the biggest difference to comfort.

Can I collect orders in store?

Yes, choose Click & Collect at checkout. Orders are usually ready within 24 hours and you will get an email when ready. Available from our Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown and Cork City Centre stores.

Do you offer free delivery on orders?

Yes, we offer free standard delivery on all orders over €100.

Where are your stores located?

We have four stores across Ireland: Dublin Carrickmines, Dublin Blanchardstown, Cork City Centre and Arnotts Dublin.