The ancient African city of Timbuktu in Mali was home to a civilization that facilitated scholarship and trade, driving a literary lifeline through the heart of the ancient world into centuries of development. Much like it’s namesake city, the Timbuk2 American backpack and luggage company is focused on facilitating a lifetime of adventures. It’s Blink Backpack does just that, when packed to the brim for an exciting weekend away.

You’d be forgiven for thinking this weekend bag has an identity crisis, with the ambitions of a big bag in a small bag’s body. With the help of smart design details, the bag can hold more than it appears to from the outside while still maintaining its carry-on size status. Yet its sleek shape and clamshell opening give it a low enough profile that you can slide through crooked alleyways of ancient civilizations or face the rush of traffic on modern city streets.

Added cushioning in the backpack straps provide increased suspension for support and comfort. An airmesh back panel keeps your shirts dry even in the hottest jungle. Once you’ve paused on your journey, the backpack’s big clamshell opening allows you to pack and unpack with minimal stress and maximum organization. It also includes external compression straps so that you can cinch or expand the bag to your heart’s content.

The bag is made from water resistant 420D Ripstop coated nylon to keep your gear safe. As an added fashion statement it comes in three vibrant colors: Surplus Grey, Jet Black, and Pacific Blue.