Blast 38L Mesh Travel Backpack

Yes — the Mesh is the most style-forward option in the Blast lineup. The mesh front panel and side pockets give it a lighter, more open aesthetic than the standard nylon Blast, and it comes in colourways like Rose Dawn, Fir, Peyote, Arona, and Umber that lean into a more considered look. At 1.03kg and underseat approved, it carries the same practical credentials as the standard Blast 38L — just with a different exterior design. Available in 7 colourways.

Yes — the Blast 38L Mesh has 2 dedicated anti-theft pockets designed for phones and passports. These are positioned to keep your most important items secure and less accessible to opportunistic theft in crowded airports, transit hubs, and busy streets. This is a feature specific to the Mesh variant — the standard Blast 38L does not have designated anti-theft pockets.

Yes — there’s a clear waterproof pocket inside the main compartment designed to separate wet and dry items. It keeps damp swimwear, toiletries, or wet shoes contained without soaking through to the rest of your gear. The clear material lets you see what’s inside without opening it.

Nine — more than the standard Blast 38L’s six external pockets. The extra pockets include the mesh front panel pockets, 2 anti-theft pockets for phones and passport, and a clear waterproof pocket inside the main compartment. Each external pocket has a strap-pull cord for quick access without unzipping the whole bag.

Both are 28–38L, underseat approved, 1.03kg, and share the same 180-degree clamshell opening, shoe compartment, 15.6'’ laptop sleeve, and trolley pass-through. The differences are in design and pocket features. The Mesh variant has a mesh front panel and side pockets for a lighter, more breathable aesthetic, a clear waterproof pocket for wet/dry separation, 2 anti-theft pockets for phones and passport, a ventilated mesh back panel, and 9 total pockets vs the standard’s 6 external pockets. The regular Blast 38L uses a full nylon exterior in a more classic travel backpack look. Same price, same capacity — different design priorities.

Both are 28–38L, same dimensions, same price, and neither has RFID or lockable laptop pulls — those are Pro features. Both also have a waterproof pocket for wet/dry separation. The key difference is the exterior: the Mesh variant has a mesh front panel and side pockets with 9 total pockets, including 2 anti-theft pockets, prioritising breathability and pocket variety. The TPU variant has 6 pockets with a wipe-clean, weather-resistant TPU exterior for a sleeker, more minimal look. Choose by whether you prioritise pocket access or exterior durability.

Yes — at its base size of 31×20.5×42cm, the Blast 38L Mesh is underseat approved for most Australian airlines. The expansion system adds 10L of extra capacity when you need it, and compresses back down for tighter underseat spaces. Always check your specific carrier’s personal item limits before flying — budget airlines like Jetstar can be strict on size.

Yes — it starts at 28L and expands to 38L by unzipping the expansion panel, adding 10L of extra capacity. The built-in compression straps bring it back down when you’re travelling light or need it to fit under the seat. The 5–7 day length of stay rating applies at full 38L capacity.