Ystad: A Slim Waxed Canvas Laptop Backpack for Clean City Carry The Ystad Premium Canvas Backpack is the quieter side of Eiken’s vintage canvas universe. Where the Uppsala feels rugged and outdoor-ready, Ystad is cleaner, slimmer and more city-focused, made for workdays, university, cafés, commuting and light everyday carry. Built from waxed cotton canvas with Crazy Horse leather details, it keeps the texture and character of a heritage backpack without the bulk of a hiking rucksack. Its 14L capacity is ideal for a laptop, notebook, charger, wallet, keys, small accessories and a light layer. Enough for the day, without turning into a heavy travel pack. Choose Ystad if you want a minimalist canvas laptop backpack that looks more natural than a technical office bag, but cleaner than a full outdoor rucksack. It is not the largest or most rugged canvas backpack in the collection, and that is exactly the point. Slim Outside, Practical Inside Ystad is built for people who like the look of waxed canvas and leather, but do not want a bulky outdoor pack. Its vertical shape sits close to the back, the top zipper keeps the main compartment easy to access, and the front utility pocket keeps small essentials within reach. The padded laptop compartment fits most laptops up to 15.6 inches, while the internal zip and slip pockets help keep your charger, notebook, phone and everyday carry organised. A side YKK zipper gives quick access to the main compartment, so you do not need to unpack the whole bag just to grab one item. Made for Work, Study and Everyday City Life With its 14L volume, Ystad is best suited to daily routines: laptop, documents, lunch, a book, a small pouch and the items you want close throughout the day. It works especially well for commuting, university, office days and light urban travel. It is not designed as a large hiking bag or a multi-day travel backpack. If you need more outdoor volume and pockets, choose Uppsala. If you want a clean, compact canvas backpack for everyday city carry, Ystad is the right place to start. Waxed Canvas Character, Without the Bulk The waxed cotton canvas gives Ystad a textured, slightly rugged feel while keeping the silhouette clean and understated. Over time, the canvas and leather details will soften, mark and develop more character, giving the backpack the lived-in look that makes vintage materials so appealing. The leather top tab, brass hardware and slim front pocket add just enough heritage detail without making the bag feel too outdoor or too formal. It is the canvas backpack you choose when you want something more personal than a synthetic office bag, but still easy to wear every day. How Ystad Compares to Other Eiken Canvas Backpacks Model Best for Choose it if... Ystad Slim city carry, laptop, work, school You want a clean waxed canvas backpack that stays compact and easy to wear every day. Uppsala Outdoor-inspired daily carry, day hikes, rugged use You want more pockets, more volume and a stronger heritage hiking look. Göteborg Laptop, work, travel, structured vintage carry You want a more substantial laptop backpack with a stronger leather-and-canvas identity. Reykjavik Roll-top city carry, flexible packing You prefer a roll-top closure and a softer vintage rucksack silhouette. Lund Compact roll-top, light everyday use You want something smaller, simpler and more casual than Ystad. Product Features & Specifications Product Type: Slim canvas laptop backpack Construction: Soft-structured backpack Main Material: Woven waxed cotton canvas & Crazy Horse leather Leather Type: Cowhide leather details Dimensions: 42 x 27 x 12 cm | 16.5" x 10.6" x 4.7" (H x W x D) Capacity: 14 L | 3.7 gal Weight: 1.4 kg | 3.1 lbs Available Colors: Black, Khaki, Army Green, Blue Fit: Unisex design with adjustable shoulder straps Interior: Main compartment, padded laptop sleeve, zipped pocket, slot pocket Exterior: Front flap pocket with inner slot pockets Access: Top zipper and side YKK zipper Closure System: Zipper with leather strap and clip Laptop Fit: Fits most laptops up to 15.6" Weather Protection: Water-repellent waxed canvas fabric Style: Vintage | Minimalist | City | Work | Study Note: leather and waxed canvas are natural materials. Small marks, shade variations and signs of use are part of their character and will help the bag develop a unique patina over time. Frequently Asked Questions + Is Ystad a good backpack for work or university? Yes. Ystad is best suited to work, university and everyday city carry. Its slim 14L format keeps the bag compact, while the padded laptop compartment, interior pockets and front utility pocket make it practical for a laptop, charger, notebook and daily essentials. + Does Ystad fit a 15.6 inch laptop? Yes. Ystad includes a padded laptop compartment designed to fit most laptops up to 15.6 inches. Always compare your laptop’s exact dimensions with the backpack size: 42 × 27 × 12 cm. + Is Ystad waterproof? Ystad is made from waxed cotton canvas with a water-repellent finish. It can handle light rain and daily wet-weather use, but it is not a fully waterproof dry bag. For heavy rain, we recommend protecting electronics inside an additional sleeve or pouch. + Is Ystad smaller than Uppsala? Yes. Ystad has a slimmer 14L format, while Uppsala offers 18L and a more rugged outdoor-inspired structure. Choose Ystad for cleaner daily city carry; choose Uppsala if you want more volume, more pockets and a stronger hiking rucksack feel. + Who should choose Ystad? Choose Ystad if you want a compact, minimalist canvas backpack for work, study, commuting and light daily use. It is ideal if you like vintage materials but prefer a cleaner, less bulky silhouette than a traditional hiking-style canvas rucksack. + What warranty, returns and payment options are available? This canvas laptop backpack comes with a 2-year durability warranty and a 30-day return policy. Payment can also be split into 3 or 4 instalments, depending on the payment options available at checkout.
