CABINZERO isn’t just making backpacks – it’s rewriting the travel gear rulebook. Their new Sunny Day Backpack, splashed in an unapologetic sun-kissed orange hue, combines cheerful style with no-nonsense performance.
At a time when airlines are charging for everything short of seatbelts, this cabin-approved carry-on is a breath of fresh air – and not just because it looks like it swallowed the sun.
Hot off winning The King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade – a nod few brands ever earn – CABINZERO has released a bag that doesn’t just turn heads at the gate, it earns a standing ovation once you’re on the move.
From the moment you lay eyes on the CABINZERO Classic 28L backpack, there’s no mistaking its intent: this is travel gear that radiates good energy, efficiency, and a surprisingly serious design IQ beneath all that orange cheer.
We’re not just talking about a pretty face. The Sunny Day colourway might look like it was plucked straight from a Provençal postcard, but don’t be fooled — this is a seasoned, carry-on-friendly operator that knows its way through an airport, a co-working space, and a train station floor.
CABINZERO, known for championing fuss-free, cabin-ready bags, has once again found the sweet spot between functionality and flair.
PULLED FROM THE BOX OF SUNSHINE
Pulling this pack out of the box feels a bit like cracking open a bottle of Orangina on a hot afternoon — unexpected, zesty, and oddly joyful.
With its minimalist silhouette and clean design, the Classic 28L “Sunny Day” stands out precisely because it doesn’t try too hard. No flapping straps, no tactical nonsense — just sleek lines, robust zippers, and a colour so cheerfully defiant it practically dares your black roller bag to step aside.
LIGHTER THAN YOUR LUNCH
At a mere 600 grams — lighter than your average Pret sandwich — the Classic 28L is refreshingly kind on your shoulders.
But don’t mistake featherweight for fragile. The 600D polyester outer shell feels reassuringly rugged, with a finish that shrugs off drizzle and tarmac without looking tired.
CABINZERO wasn’t bluffing when they said lightweight and durable — this backpack is clearly built to travel like it means it.
Inside, you’ll find a deceptively generous clamshell layout that opens like a suitcase. It swallowed my city break gear whole: two days of clothes, a spare pair of shoes, toiletries, snacks, tech — all stashed with military-grade tidiness.
One overachieving user claimed a week’s wardrobe went in, and frankly, I believe them. Whether you’re off for a weekend wander or sneaking in a midweek business jaunt, this backpack won’t make you choose between a charger and a clean shirt.
DESIGNED FOR THE DISCIPLINED TRAVELLER (AND THE OCCASIONAL CHAOTIC ONE)
What separates CABINZERO’s Sunny Day 28L from the legion of lookalike carry-ons is the intelligence behind its design. Those side compression straps? Not just for show. When the bag isn’t full, a quick cinch keeps the profile trim.
When it is full? Those same straps lock the load close to your back for better balance. The result: a pack that moves with you, not against you.
It’s versatile, too. One day I was striding into a client meeting with a laptop tucked neatly in the padded sleeve — and not once did I feel like I was carrying a tent.
The next, I was crisscrossing parks and pavements in full tourist mode. At no point did the bag look out of place. Swap the “Sunny Day” hue for CABINZERO’s more muted tones like Navy or Black, and you’ve got a business-trip chameleon.
FEATURES THAT ACTUALLY MATTER
Forget gimmicks. CABINZERO has packed the Classic 28L with practical features that real travellers will appreciate: a pair of inner zip compartments for cables, chargers, or rogue travel adapters; a low-profile front pocket for boarding passes and emergency snacks; and lockable zippers on the main compartment for peace of mind in hostels or crowded terminals.
Then there’s the Okoban tracking tag — an unsung hero. Register the tag online, and if your pack ever goes walkabout, a kind stranger can reunite you via its unique code. It’s one of those things you hope never to use, but are mighty glad to have.
BUILT TO HANDLE THE RIGOURS (AND RAIN) OF REAL LIFE
After dragging it through airports, bouncing it off bus station curbs, and subjecting it to a sudden British downpour, the Sunny Day 28L didn’t flinch. Its water-resistant fabric beaded up and laughed off the rain; the base stayed scuff-free; the reinforced stitching held firm.
It’s the sort of bag you can rough up without remorse — which, let’s face it, is exactly what a travel bag should be.
And it carries beautifully. No pressure points, no sweaty back swamp, just well-distributed weight and blissfully unnoticeable comfort. You’ll forget you’re wearing it, which is pretty much the holy grail of backpack design.
CABINZERO’S CROWN MOMENT
Quality and innovation haven’t gone unnoticed for the CABINZERO brand. This year, the company was honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, one of the most prestigious business accolades in the UK. (Think of it as a royal stamp of approval for excelling in global trade.)
Winning this award places CABINZERO in the company of some legendary British brands. In fact, the award organisers noted that CABINZERO joins past winners like Rolls-Royce, Dyson, and Brompton – esteemed names that any UK company would be proud to stand alongside.
It’s a big milestone for a niche travel gear maker and speaks volumes about how far this Leicester-born brand has come on the world stage.
“Following in the footsteps of iconic British brands like Brompton, Dyson, and Rolls-Royce, CABINZERO is proud to represent the next generation of consumer innovation on the global stage,” said Varden. “It shows that our message and mission resonate around the world.”
That origin story, stitched into every backpack, is more than marketing fluff. It’s lived experience translated into practical design.
“CABINZERO started as a response to frustration—but it became my way of building something with purpose,” says Varden. That sentiment rings loud and clear in the Sunny Day 28L: no waste, no fluff, just honest-to-goodness functionality in a well-tailored package.
“This award is deeply meaningful, not just for the company but for me personally,” says CABINZERO Founder Neil Varden, referring to the brand’s recent King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade.
That royal nod isn’t just for decoration — it signals that this Leicester-born company is not only playing on the global stage, but doing so with a product that actually lives up to the hype.
THE VERDICT
In a market oversaturated with “techwear” pretenders and overpriced status symbols, the CABINZERO Classic 28L in Sunny Day delivers something rare — simplicity, style, and substance in one streamlined backpack. It’s ideal for travellers who want to keep things light (and bright), without compromising on capability.
And if 28L isn’t quite your number, CABINZERO offers the same smart design in 36L and 44L options. But for most urban explorers, business hoppers, and weekend nomads, this compact companion will hit that just-right Goldilocks zone.
Bottom line: The CABINZERO Classic 28L “Sunny Day” is more than just a travel backpack. It’s a bright little beacon of efficiency and independence for anyone who refuses to be bogged down by baggage.
Stylish? Check. Smart? Absolutely. Worth the investment? Without a shadow of a doubt. You could say it’s carrying the future of minimalist travel — one sunny journey at a time. https://www.instagram.com/cabinzero/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/discover/cabinzero https://www.youtube.com/c/CABINZEROOFFICIAL
