Briggs & Riley’s New Backpacks Bring Luggage-Level Engineering to Everyday Travel
Briggs & Riley has expanded its travelware line-up with two new backpacks, the Baseline Medium Convertible Backpack and the ZDX U‑Zip Travel Backpack and both arrive with the brand’s signature blend of engineering, comfort and quietly premium design. They’re built for travellers who want the practicality of a backpack without sacrificing the structure, organisation and durability usually reserved for full-size luggage.
What immediately stands out is how luggage-like both models feel. These aren’t soft, shapeless daypacks; they’re purpose-built travel companions designed to move through airports, commutes and short-haul trips with ease. As with all Briggs & Riley products, they’re backed by the brand’s lifetime guarantee, reinforcing their position as long-term, sustainable investments rather than seasonal accessories.
Baseline Medium Convertible Backpack — £329
The Baseline Medium Convertible Backpack is the more versatile of the two, offering three distinct carry modes that shift seamlessly depending on the day’s demands. For short trips, the clamshell opening is a genuine advantage, giving full access to the interior in a way that feels more like packing a compact cabin case than a backpack. Padded tech compartments keep devices secure, while the structured build ensures the bag never collapses or bulges awkwardly.
On longer journeys, the slip-through back panel slides neatly over a suitcase handle—an understated but essential detail for business travellers who value smooth transitions through terminals. Available in Black and Navy, it has the polished, understated aesthetic that Briggs & Riley does so well: smart enough for the boardroom, relaxed enough for weekend travel.
ZDX U‑Zip Travel Backpack — £319
If the Baseline is about mobility, the ZDX U‑Zip is about organisation. This is the backpack for travellers who like every item to have its place. The top lid pocket keeps essentials instantly accessible, while the PVC-lined compartment is ideal for separating shoes, gym gear or anything that needs to be kept apart from clothing and tech. The padded laptop section and additional zippered pockets for water bottles and phones make it a strong choice for those who juggle work and lifestyle on the move.
Available in Black and Ocean, the ZDX has a slightly sportier feel but retains the brand’s refined finish. It’s the kind of bag that makes packing feel intuitive rather than effortful.
Both backpacks deliver on Briggs & Riley’s promise of durability, thoughtful design and ease of movement. They’re built for travellers who expect their gear to work as hard as they do whether that’s navigating a tight connection, commuting across the city or heading out on a spontaneous weekend away. With the lifetime guarantee and a design language that favours longevity over trends, these new additions feel like natural extensions of the brand’s reputation for reliable, intelligently engineered travelware.
Briggs & Riley’s full Travel Backpack Collection is available at www.briggs-riley.co.uk, as well as in-store and online at John Lewis, Harrods, Selfridges and select independent retailers.