YETI Panga 28L – The waterproof backpack for all outdoor adventures

When you're out in the great outdoors, you need equipment you can rely on - whatever the weather. That's why the YETI Panga 28L backpack is an absolute hot pick for us.

In this video, we introduce you to the 100% waterproof and dimensionally stable backpack in detail and show you how you can turn it into a modular companion on the water with a variety of add-ons - from waterproof outer pockets and water bottle holders to the well-known YETI insulation bottles.

YETI - Out of conviction for outdoor performance

YETI was founded in 2006 by brothers Roy and Ryan Seiders from Texas - two passionate outdoor enthusiasts who were annoyed by how quickly conventional coolers failed under adverse conditions. Their mission: to develop robust, durable products that would work even under the toughest conditions - for years to come.

This idea soon gave rise to a company that today stands for outdoor equipment that not only works, but is built to keep you outdoors for longer: Yeti - Built for the Wild!

YETI is now much more than "just" a manufacturer of cool boxes: Its portfolio now includes backpacks, water bottles, travel bags, outdoor gear and camping accessories - products that are appreciated by hunters, anglers, travellers and all outdoor enthusiasts worldwide.

And that's exactly why you'll find a large YETI range with many useful companions for your time on the river, lake or coast.

The YETI Panga 28L - uncompromisingly waterproof

The Panga 28L is no ordinary backpack, but a fully waterproof, submersible backpack that remains watertight even when other bags have long since given up.

It is based on high-strength, laminated material with taped seams which, together with the tried-and-tested HydroLok™ zip, protects what needs to be protected - even in rain, spray or if the backpack should get into the water.

With its 28 litre volume, the Panga offers space for everything you need on a day's fishing: spare clothes, camera, fly boxes, snacks and more - without unnecessary bulk or a cumbersome shape.

Despite its robust construction, the Panga surprises with its ergonomic shoulder straps and breathable back panel. There are also a variety of sturdy attachment points for additional accessories.

Practical accessories turn the Panga into a complete system

A big advantage of the Panga 28L is that you can expand it as required - it is more than just a single rucksack:

• YETI Sidekick Dry: A waterproof outer pocket that allows quick access via a magnetic closure - ideal for a fly box, mobile phone or small items that you want to have to hand. Available in 1L, 3L and 6L and in different colours.
• YETI Bottle Sling / Bottle Holder: Small, clever additions to attach water bottles to the outside of your rucksack - perfect if you want to get to your drink quickly when wading or hiking. The smart design allows you to attach the drink holder in no time at all. Available in two sizes and therefore suitable for all YETI drinking vessels.
• YETI drinking bottles and rambler cups: Whether for hot tea when pike fishing in winter or ice-cold drinks on the flat - the well-known YETI insulated bottles complement the Panga perfectly and ensure that you are always well supplied. Available in many different shapes, sizes and colours. What's more, we have a range of lids that you can use to pimp your Rambler even further.

With this modular approach and robust accessories, the Panga becomes a complete daily set-up on the water, just as you need it.

Why the Panga 28L is particularly interesting for fly fishermen

The Panga 28L really comes into its own for fly fishermen. In addition to its absolute waterproofness, the dimensionally stable material is particularly impressive.

The rucksack does not collapse, but remains stable - a great advantage when placed on a boat, skiff or belly boat. Even on the bank, on a large stone in the river bed or on slippery ground, the Panga is stable and can be loaded and unloaded easily without falling over or collapsing.

The material is not only extremely robust and abrasion-resistant, but is also designed in such a way that the rucksack retains its shape - even when it is not completely full.

In practice, this means quick access to the contents, no fumbling around and much more organisation. This is a real plus point, especially for sensitive equipment such as a camera, laptop, other electronics or a change of clothes.

Conclusion - a backpack that really works

The YETI Panga 28L is more than just "a waterproof rucksack". It is a statement: for quality, reliability and function that has proven itself in practice.

If you are often out and about - fly fishing, in everyday life or travelling - then the Panga is a companion you can rely on.

We now have the YETI Panga 28L with us everywhere: in tropical saltwater, when predator fishing, on salmon rivers, on our local trout stream - and of course on the Baltic Sea when sea trout fishing.

In all these scenarios, fly fishermen benefit from the same advantages: absolute waterproofness, extreme robustness, dimensional stability and a well thought-out, modular system with practical accessories.

The Panga is not a rucksack that you only buy for one purpose. It works everywhere, in all weathers and in very different situations. That's why we think it's a very worthwhile investment and a real hot pick for anyone who spends a lot of time outdoors and wants to have complete confidence in their equipment.