Whether you’re trekking through the mountains, navigating a bustling city, or hopping on a last-minute flight, the right bag can make all the difference. It needs to keep up with you—rain or shine—while holding your essentials and holding up to the elements. Bonus points if it’s sustainably made.
That’s where MADE FREE comes in.
Each piece in our travel collection is built for durability and designed for real life. Think water-resistant, made-from-recycled-bottle fabrics, handcrafted by skilled artisans earning fair wages in India. They’re not just bags. They’re tools for freedom.
Here are our top picks for water-resistant gear that goes wherever you go—and keeps the planet in mind while doing it.
1. The Roll Pack
Best for: Commuters, hikers, and everyday adventurers
A streamlined silhouette with serious function, the Roll Pack is built for movement. Its water-resistant fabric made from recycled PET bottles keeps your laptop, books, or extra layers protected from the elements. The adjustable roll-top lets you expand or compress as needed, making it the kind of pack that works just as well for your Monday meetings as it does for your weekend trail days.
Why we love it: Sleek enough for the city. Tough enough for the trail.
Sustainable edge: Crafted from durable recycled plastic bottles and made to last.
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2. The Hip Pack AW
Best for: Hands-free exploring
It’s not a fanny pack. It’s the pack. The Hip Pack AW is compact but mighty, designed to keep your essentials close and dry. Perfect for festivals, hikes, or navigating airports with your boarding pass and phone right where you need them.
Why we love it: Weather-resistant, lightweight, and impossibly convenient.
Eco-friendly bonus: Made from recycled materials with reinforced stitching for long-term use.
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3. The Urban Pack Mini
Best for: Day trips and light travel
Don’t let the “mini” fool you. The Urban Pack Mini is surprisingly roomy, designed to hold your essentials without the bulk. Water-resistant and ultra-light, it’s the ideal companion for biking across town, museum-hopping, or grabbing a flight with only a personal item.
Why we love it: Minimalist design, maximum utility.
Sustainable details: Built using recycled plastic bottles and ethical craftsmanship.
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4. The Weekend Duffle
Best for: Spontaneous getaways
This is the kind of bag you keep by the door, ready for your next overnight. The Weekend Duffle is roomy, rugged, and built to handle anything from road trips to gym runs. Its sturdy, water-resistant exterior keeps your gear dry, while the minimalist design works for every destination.
Why we love it: Effortless style and real-world utility.
Made to last: Ethically produced with eco-conscious materials.
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5. The Adventure Case
Best for: Keeping your essentials organized
A bag within a bag. The Adventure Case is the go-to for organizing toiletries, chargers, or small accessories. It tucks neatly into your pack or duffle and keeps your gear protected with its recycled, water-resistant exterior.
Why we love it: Small but essential.
Thoughtfully designed: Sustainably made and endlessly versatile.
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Why Water-Resistant, Eco-Friendly Travel Gear Matters
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When you're out in the world, weather isn’t always on your side. Having water-resistant gear means your plans don’t have to pause when the rain rolls in. But just as important is knowing that what you carry is made with care—for the environment and for the people who made it.
MADE FREE uses recycled plastic bottles to create strong, long-lasting fabrics that help reduce waste and pollution. Every product also supports a day of freedom from human trafficking by providing fair wages and dignified employment to artisans in India.
So whether you’re packing for a cross-country trip or just biking to work, these bags do more than carry your gear. They carry purpose.
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Adventure-Ready. Ethically Made. Weather-Resistant. Explore all water-resistant travel essentials from MADE FREE.
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