Fjord 80 ECONYL® Expedition Camera Backpack | 55-80L Adventure Photography
***Backpacks do not come with an insert (camera box). Choose the RCI size that matches your kit.
Maximum Capacity - Zero Compromise: Fjord 80 Expedition Camera Backpack 55-80L three-stage expansion system. Maximum capacity for extended expeditions.
Our most capable pack is here. The NYA-EVO Fjord 80 delivers 55-80L of expandable capacity for extended European expeditions, built with ECONYL® ocean waste materials, advanced aluminum frame system, and professional-grade features that set new standards in adventure photography gear. First production run is limited – reserve your Fjord 80 today and be among the first to experience next-level expedition performance.
Three-Stage Expansion System
- Compact Mode: 55L when not carrying much gear
- Standard Mode: 70L for extended photography trips
- Expedition Mode: 80L maximum capacity for long trips and lot of gear
Tip:
Carry-on compatible IF OUR RECOMMENDATION IS FOLLOWED for most airlines (purchase large cabin bag). Note: NYA-EVO is not responsible if the bag is not allowed on the airliner.
- Take the alumimum frame (53cm high) out of it support and place it loose inside the main compartment
- Do not overstuff the main compartment in height. Stuff it until the aluminum frame (53cm high)
- Do not fill the zippered side pockets
- Do not fill the front pocket completely (fill it and measure to make sure you achieve 23cm in depth)
- Do not expand the roll-top pocket
- Do not expand the front pocket zippers
- Make your bag look small by removing the waist belt and placing it inside main compartment
- Make your bag look tidy by avoiding loose webbing straps (roll excess webbing up and fix with elastic band)
- Always purchase large cabin bag with your airliner
Fjord 80 ECONYL® Expedition Camera Backpack | 55-80L Adventure Photography
Our most capable pack is here. The NYA-EVO Fjord 80 delivers 55-80L of expandable capacity for extended European expeditions, built with ECONYL® ocean waste materials, advanced aluminum frame system, and professional-grade features that set new standards in adventure photography gear.
- ECONYL® 210 Denier ripstop fabric made with regenerated yarn from nylon waste
- Three-stage expansion: 60L compact, 70L standard, 80L expedition
- Torso height adjustment with three settings (16-20 inches)
- Aluminum frame with clearance for the head, easily removable to make the bag carry-on compatible
- Fits the wider and deeper RCI XXL, or any combination of RCI XS, S, M, L and XL (sold separately)
- Larger camera access panel — 46cm compared to 41cm on the Fjord 60-C
- Larger 10 litre roll top pocket compared to the Fjord 60-C
- Quick access zippered side pockets accessed from the rear, alongside the expandable body fabric side pockets
- Expandable body fabric side pockets are larger and can fit a compact tent
- Removable front attachment straps, which can be placed on the bottom
- Front attachment strap gatekeeper buckle can be used to secure front zippers from pickpockets
- Padded laptop sleeve up to MacBook Pro 16 inch
- Seamtaped raincover included
| Volume expanded | 80 liter |
|---|---|
| Volume not expanded | 60 liter |
| Weight | 2730 g |
| Weight stripped down | 2480 g (without helmet mesh, raincover and front attachment straps) |
| Dimensions expanded | 75x38x28cm |
| Dimensions for carry-on | 55x35x23cm (read our recommendations how to achieve this) |
| Carry-on | Compatible if our recommendation is followed, for most airlines (purchase large cabin bag). NYA-EVO is not responsible if the bag is not allowed on the airliner. |
Materials
- Outer body fabric: 100% ECONYL® Regenerated nylon, 210 Denier Rip-stop with thermoplastic polyurethane that holds up to 20,000mm watercolumn on interior and water-repellant coating on exterior of the fabric.
- Internal liner fabric: high density nylon 70 Denier with polyurethane coating.
- Soft touch quick dry knitted fabric for all contact points to the body.
- High density closed cell foams for suspension system.
- Glove friendly aluminum zip pullers and Woojin® or Duraflex® plastic side release buckles.
- Outside zippers are all YKK®. Heavy gauge for rear zip and Aquaguard® zip for top and front zippers.
- Nylon webbing.
- Hypalon® base.
- Soft nylon stretch mesh for interior pockets.
Features & construction
- High weather resistance provided by a combination of a thermoplastic polyurethane coated nylon fabric and polyurethane coated YKK® Aquaguard® zippers. In extreme conditions a seam-taped detachable rain cover can be attached for an extra protection barrier.
- Lightweight aluminum T6-6061 tubular frame combined with the use of high density foam covered with quick dry soft knitted fabric provide for optimal load management and carry comfort.
- Rear panel zipper provides full access to the main compartment for easy packing. This configuration has the extra benefit of having the zipper close to the body for anti-theft security and keeping your shoulder straps out of the dirt during access.
- The pack is equipped with a seam-taped and fixed internal separator that divides the camera gear from the 'other gear'. This prevents unwanted items from the 'other gear' section to slide into the camera compartment and provides extra water resistancy if an accident were to occur.
- Compression & gear attachment straps for carrying equipment onto the exterior of the pack. The tensioning of these straps pull the load onto the aluminum frame for optimal carry comfort and stability during dynamic activities.
- The pack is constructed with a Hypalon® base which is extremely tough, waterproof and longwearing.
- Lightweight detachable seam-taped raincover included.
- Webbing attachment loops on both sides of the waist belt.
- Removable waistbelt.
- Removable backpack straps
Organisation
- Main compartment accessible from rear and top.
- Top zip pocket with expansion/compression system: roll or flap it down when not in use and make the bag smaller. Attached the rolled part with side release buckles each side of the bag or attach them on themself
- Front pocket expansion/compression system: open vertical zipper on each front side of the bag to give extra 7 cm more depth to the bag when more space is needed.
- Quick access zippered side pockets accessed from the rear while keeping the expandable body fabric side pockets
- Roomy quick access front pocket with inside organizer that serves multiple functions depending on the activity. For backcountry it fits most snow shovels, avalanche probe and small tools. For hiking & general travel it fits travel books (up to A4 in size), extra layers, small accessories and most 15 inch laptops as well as the 16 inch MacBook Pro in the padded sleeve. This sleeve doubles up as hydration system compartment.
- Front zip top pocket for quick access to small items (inside is the stretch mesh attachment).
- Stow-away stretch mesh attachment that can be fixed to loops on the outside of the pack. This system can used attach bulky items like helmets, sleeping bag, jackets or extra layers and is stored inside front zip top pocket.
- Expandable body fabric side pockets give space even when the bag is fully stuffed.
- Webbing attachment loops on both sides of the waist belt for attaching the assistant 1.5 pouch or the assistant 7.0 toploader
- Two internal zipper mesh pockets for storage of small camera or travel accessories.
Attachments
- Tripod attachment on the front or side of the backpack using compression straps or removable front gear straps
- Hiking poles and ski poles in the side pocket and upper compression strap
- Snowboard or snow shoes on front panel with front gear straps
- Skis with both vertical and diagonal carry options.
- Helmet attachment system on front or top panel of the pack.
- Sleeping bags and mattresses on the sides, front or top of the pack (using helmet attachment system or gear straps)
- Attachment loop for Grip pouch on the shoulderstrap
Care
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not machine wash, tumble dry, or dry clean.
- Air dry fully before storing, away from direct heat.
- Store unpacked in a dry place; long-term compression can mark the foam panels.
- Rinse zippers with fresh water after use in salt or sand, then dry open.
- The detachable rain cover can be rinsed and air dried separately.
Warranty
- Covered by a 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
- Wear from normal use, accidental damage, and modifications are not covered.
- Full terms and the returns process: Returns & Warranty
Expedition Capacity
80L carries a full body-and-lens kit alongside shelter, layers and food for multi-day trips.
Serious Load Carrying
An expedition-grade harness and hip belt transfer heavy loads onto your hips for long approaches.
Massive Rear Panel Access
The entire rear panel opens wide for unobstructed access to inserts and gear at the bottom of the pack.