A stylish, functional, and Cactus-tough roll-top back pack.
The Ruckus is our ideal backpack for urban life – fits your laptop, lunch, bike lock, spare jacket, and still has room for that copy of The Luminaries you haven't finished reading yet.
- Internal mesh zip stash pocket, and external low-profile zip pocket – for the detritus of urban life.
- The external sleeve is perfect for storing spare shoes or jandals.
- Slim profile for stealth and comfort.
- Roll, latch, cinch – adjust the volume to your needs with a roll-top closure that's quick and easy to use, secure and weatherproof.
- Cactus 'Device Drop Redundancy' design. The internal sleeve sits up from the base of the pack, to protect your laptop from meeting the concrete when you set down or drop your pack.
- Bike-light attachment tab.
Made right here in our factory on Lichfield St, Christchurch, NZ.
- Volume: 22 litres
- Weight: 680 grams
- Fits a 15" laptop
- C-Canvas
- Measurements: 54 x 27 x 15cm
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have either an internal waterproof coating and an external DWR coating (C-1000) or water resistant impregnated coating (12oz c-canvas). For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Our “keep it simple - stupid” canvas day pack built for New Zealand’s rugged conditions. Clean, sturdy construction, minimal seams, C-Canvas for durable water resistance (and less noise in the bush) and that traditional, diamond-in-the-rough feel.
The size, simplicity and all-round toughness make this a popular pack for commuters, walkers, trampers and hunters alike. Also, in a nice (and, it has to be admitted, unplanned) turn of events, the Miklat meets sizing requirements for cabin baggage – another string to this pack’s bow. An extremely versatile Cactus classic.
- A generous size main bag, made of C-Canvas for water resistance and that soft but bombproof feel
- Comfortable foam padded harness and curved shoulder straps for all day comfort, and a 38mm webbing waist belt for stability
- 3D lid pocket for map, GPS, hat, gloves or spare ammo
- A double thickness base and rand for durability
- Compression straps on the sides to keep the load stable and snug to your back for bush bashing. You can also use the tabs for these as anchor points to add bungy if you want to secure items to the outside of the pack
- Hydro sleeve for keeping you hydrated all day and a lid that gives a nice tidy path for the drinking hose
- No Worries 5yr Pack Guarantee
- Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- Volume: 40 litres
- Weight: 1000 grams
- Fabrics: C-Canvas, C-1000n6, C-210n6, NZ origin foams
- Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
Dimensions (approx):
Height: 500mm
Width: 270mm
Depth: 150mm
- Our pack fabrics have various waterproofing coatings, treatments and proofings. To make these last as long as possible we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also lightly oil or wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- If you poke your hunting knife through your Miklat by accident, send it back to us and, for a small fee, we’ll make it good.
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Dimensions (approx):
Height: 500mm
Width: 270mm
Depth: 150mm
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 4 Way with Cell features:
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for your phone, notebook/map or spare batteries
- Cell phone pocket or GPS measuring 6cm wide and 4cm deep. The pouch is 10cm long. The velcro closure allows up to 3cm more length.
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
- Country / Region of manufacture: Vietnam
Front opening gaiters are the best solution to keeping mud and detritus out of your boots, and your legs protected.
The integrity of the closure is assured by the protection your boot affords, the velcro provides some protection to your shins, and it's easy to access your boot laces for adjustments.
- Front opening for ease of use
- Replaceable under-boot instep straps, easily adjustable, field maintainable and designed to help keep the bottom of the gaiter closed securely
- Our proprietary,durable, and dare we say it, cunning, adjustable front lace hook
- Colour: Black
- Weight: 365 grams
- Fabrics: Canvas, 1000 n-6
- Our pack fabrics have an internal water proof coating and an external DWR coating. For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Drip dry without creases
Size | S | M | L |
Height measured from lace hook to top at front (cm) | 38 | 40 | 43 |
Around the ankle narrowest point on gaiter (cm) | 40 | 40 | 43 |
Measurements
Please note that the measurements are of the actual garment size so this means that when you measure yourself you'll be wanting a size that measures a bit bigger.
Love your Love Handle – the curvaceous bike handlebar wrap for ultimate bike packing missions. An ingenious fitting and adjustment system means this wrap fits securely to almost any bike.
- Adjusts to fit up to a 15L Dry bag plus separate lightweight tent also fits pretty good.
- Designed, tested and built in NZ by serious long-time biking enthusiasts.
- Bike packing forever ♥ ♥ ♥
- Choose Cactus-tough Ultra C-Canvas (Black) or (Olive) for lifelong durability.
- Covered by our Cactus Tough lifetime warranty.
- Weight: 460g (canvas).
- Size: Fits a 15L Dry bag.
- Colours: Olive (Canvas) or Black (canvas).
- Fabrics: Ultra C-Canvas.
If your looking for a hands free solution when negotiating steep country, or want to make the walk in to your hunting area more comfortable, well look no further because we have a solution for you!
Our all new Rifle Scabbard has been designed to fit all of the tramping packs in our range (even the Miklat) and also a wide range of other brands as well, no need to give up your tried and true tramping pack just to enable hands free travel.
"I'd recommend this as a must have for any kiwi hunter" Neil Kerr - Points South Hunting
- Made from 12oz C-Canvas and C-500D fabric for maximum durability and abrasion resistance
- Adjustable stock pouch enables height position of rifle to be changed to suit your rifle
- Mounts to a wide range of packs with side compression straps
- Internal foam layer aids in protecting scope from knocks and abrasions
- Made in New Zealand
- Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
See Media tab for product review
- Fabric: 12oz C-Canvas main body / C-1000D stock pouch
- Weight: 350g
- Wrap dimensions when folded : 41cm (l) x 16cm (w)
- Stock pouch dimensions: 12.5cm (w) x 9cm (l) x 5cm (d)
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
Fitting Instructions
- Attach simply by routing the side compression straps of your pack through the desired loops on the rearward face of our scabbard and tighten the pack compression straps down firmly, this secures the main body of the scabbard to your pack, then wrap the rifles action/scoped area with the padded band (ensuring the opening faces away from walking direction).
- Secure the rifle by connecting the side release clips and tightening the two fastening straps.
- Place the butt of your stock into the pouch which can be adjusted to the desired length and presto, hands free hunting.
A simple shoulder bag for the modern urbanite. Please note - not all colours and sizes available at all times.
We’ve been using lots of our Ultra C-Canvas lately and it’s such a nice fabric we couldn’t resist making a day to-day bag out of it.
Once again the theme with this one is simplicity and durability. Given how varied our customers are we aren’t even going to try and guess what you might want to carry in your Witness, but we’ve designed it to be perfect size for everyday use if you don't like to be burdened with too much excess stuff.
- The main bag has enough space for a book or two, your iPhone (no doubt), and your lunch
- The medium Witness will fit most tablets (painkillers or the digital kind) or a small laptop
- An internal pocket with sections for your wallet, phone, and pens.
- Easily adjustable shoulder strap
- Grippin Buckle flap closure - fast, secure and lasts forever
- Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
- Sizes: Small or Medium
- Volumes: 7 litres (Small) and 12 litres (Medium),
- Weights: 350 grams and 435 grams,
- Measurements: Small: Base 22 x 12cm, Height 30cm , Top width 35cm Medium: Base 30 x 13cm, Height 35cm, Top Width 42cm,
- Fabrics: Ultra C-Canvas, C-1000n6
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Use mild detergent or pure soap (preferably one that's nice to the earth)
- Our C-Canvas has a water resistant coating which can shift and discolour through the initial break in period
- For best results hand wash until broken in, machine washing is fine after this although it will reduce the lifetime of the product
- Drip dry without creases (it won't take long as the polyester in the fabric doesn't hold much water)
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer)
- If your urban lifestyle gets so exciting that you rip your Witness, send it back to us and we’ll mend it for a small fee
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
A top-tube accessory bag with two velcro loop attachments. Mounts behind your handlebar stem to provide easy access to muesli bars, gels, a squashed banana, your cellphone, bike tools, maps, fireworks … and whatever else it is you like to keep handy.
Also mounts to the seat post end of your top tube so you can double-mount for extra storage.
- YKK zip
- Reflective cactus logo
- Olive & Black CWR
Weight: 100g
Volume: 1L
Colours: Olive or Black Premium
Fabrics: Olive – C-1000 cordura. Black – Premium C-Canvas
Size | S | M | L |
Height measured from lace hook to top at front (cm) | 38 | 40 | 43 |
Around the ankle narrowest point on gaiter (cm) | 40 | 40 | 43 |
Measurements
Please note that the measurements are of the actual garment size so this means that when you measure yourself you'll be wanting a size that measures a bit bigger.
These back packs last for generations. How cool will it be when your Portal gets passed down to your children's children to tell them that it's one of only a few ever made right here in Christchurch! An awesome day pack, school pack, uni bag or just an everything everywhere day pack.
Constructed using C-1000n6 and Cactus’ ethical construction techniques, the Portal is perfect for your round-town, to and from school, throw everything at it bag.
- C-1000n6 fabric
- Internal hanging pocket
- Large capacity 3D front pocket
- Volume: 28 Litres (approx. 48cm x 30cm x 18cm, give or take a bit for rounded 'corners')
- Weight: 685 grams
- Fabrics: C-1000n6, C-210n6, C-Aircell, NZ origin foams
- Zips: YKK
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Brush off dirt and wash by hand with mild soap
- Do not machine wash
- Lightly wax or oil zip periodically for maximum life
- 45 + 10L Volume
- Designed as a generous daypack or overnight pack
- Single top-loading compartment for simplicity, weatherproofing and weight reduction
- C-Lam harness with hip belt for added comfort and stability when carrying heavy loads
- Made out of 12oz Ultra C-Canvas (waterproof, rot-resistant and extremely durable) with a C-1000D cordura base and rand for added abrasion resistance
- 3D hood for essentials like gloves, beanie, snacks, map, med kit, GPS etc
- Extendable hood enables improved articulation for hood pivot when pack is stuffed full, also enabling an extra 10L volume for gear storage
- Internal bladder pocket
- Ice-axe loop
- Compatible for MOLLE style hip bag
- Made in New Zealand
- Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- No Worries 5yr Pack Guarantee
Volume: 45 + 10L Volume
Weight: 1.6kg
61cm high, 30cm wide
Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have an internal water proof coating and an external DWR coating. For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- OK, so somehow your Huntaway pack got half eaten by a pig or something? Get someone to drop it back to Cactus HQ and for a small fee we’ll make it fully functional again
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Full review available here.
(warning contains hunting scenes, viewer discretion is advised)
Originally designed for the tradesman but has proven perfect for all sorts of activities; travel, the gym, sales, shopping etc.
Two zipped external pockets provide trouble free retrieval of keys, passport, wallets, phones and the like.
This tough bag has comfortable seatbelt webbing for handles and a reinforced bottom so you can chuck it anywhere and put anything in it.
Complies with Air New Zealand cabin size carry on.
• C-canvas & C-1000n6 fabric for strength
• YKK zips
• Strong Cactus 25mm webbing with nylon side release buckles at each end for compression
• 50mm Polyester seatbelt webbing
• Reinforced base for strength and also to create a solid platform so easy access to clothes and whatnot
• Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
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Weight: 1160 grams (Canvas versions)
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Fabrics: 12oz C - canvas or C-1000n6, NZ origin foams
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Measures: 57cm long x 25cm wide x 36cm high (max)
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45L volume approx.
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
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Our C-Canvas has a water resistant coating applied to it. To make this last as long as possible we recommend that you don’t wash it in a machine
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Brush dirt or crusty stuff from the bag once it is dry
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Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
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Drip dry without creases
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If your stanley knife does manage to make an escape bid through the bottom of your bag, drop it in to us and we’ll repair it for a small fee
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If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 3 Way Basic features:
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for your phone, notebook/map or spare batteries
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
The Subductor is a c-210n6 lined courier style shoulder bag, but has a squarer shape, making it suitable for A4 papers, folders, and meetings. The Subductor comes with a cross-strap which pulls it around your body; avoiding that dreaded forward swing as you’re passing the Brooklyn bus. A superb around-town equipment vehicle and incredibly hard-wearing to boot. We do bang on about our stuff lasting a long time, but it’s true. Davie Robinson’s one of these is still going strong after 15 years and due to the design’s lack of dependence on zips and high construction values it should pretty much last forever.
- Corner covers to protect your stuff from even the worst Wellington southerly
- Fully lined with c-210n6, for the same reason!
- Two front pockets for convenient access to your wallet/phone/keys/u lock
- Fat 50mm shoulder strap
- Volume : 14 Litres
- Measurements : Width 370mm x height 300 x depth 130mm
- Weight : 550 Grams
- Fabrics : 12oz C-Canvas, C-210n6
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Volume : 14 Litres
- Measurements : Width 370mm x height 300 x depth 130mm
- Weight : 550 Grams
- Fabrics : 12oz C-Canvas, C-210n6
The Cactus Hip Bag is a modern incarnation of anw old classic Cactus Scumbag.
The larger carrying capacity, internal utility sleeves and super-supportive padded waist belt make the Hip Bag a little more versatile, and a little more user-friendly.
Originally conceived for cyclists, the Hip Bag fulfils a variety of alternative end-uses:
- Travel – keep your rubles, lira, ringgits or dinar close to hand when roving far-flung quarters
- Events commerce – stash the takings from your organic yoghurt sandals booth at this summer's Luminate festival
- Climbing – cut a lap on any multi-pitch without the burden of a backpack to hold your GUs and topo
- Running – the stability and comfort of the padded waistband will help you get wherever it is you're off to in such a hurry
- Dog walking – provides a handy reservoir of meaty treats
Features include:
- Large main compartment plus zipped front pocket
- Internal accessory sleeves
- Reflective strip
- Padded, adjustable waist belt
- C-Aircell mesh fabric backing
- Made in Christchurch, NZ
- Lifetime warranty on materials and workpersonship
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 3 Way Basic features:
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
- Country / Region of manufacture: Vietnam
Please note: This is our retail price, obviously for volume customers things are different - give us a call or flick us an email.
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 3 Way Basic features:
- Hi-Vis
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
- Country / Region of manufacture: Vietnam
Our historically contemporary briefcase for business people on the move.
Run your day-to-day, and embrace alternative transport options with this classic Cactus heritage retro-issue briefcase.
This was one of the original products that launched the Cactus brand into the world back in 1992.
- Sturdy double-handles for dashing between floors, plus a shoulder strap for skateboarding home
- Premium C-Canvas panels
- C-1000 reinforced base
- Internal dividers and sleeves for a binders, folders and digital devices
- Internal stiffener
- Large external zipped pocket
- External mesh pocket
Size: 420mm x 270mm x 130mm
Weight: 745g
Fabric: Premium C-Canvas
Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
A good seat bag is an essential item for bike packing missions. The Cactus Love Bundle is a simple, tough, lightweight roll top seat bag that attaches securely to your seat rails and stem. Compression attachment and closure straps eliminate tail wag and a Hypalon/Velcro stem-strap adds reliability.
Designed, tested and built in NZ by serious long-time bike packing enthusiasts. One of our testers loves his so much he uses it to commute to work every day (no more sweaty back!).
A lot of love has gone into this wee bundle.
- Cactus-tough Premium C-Canvas for lifelong durability.
- Reflective strip and Cactus logo.
- Bungee straps (good for lashing your jandals on).
- Fits almost any bike.
- Cactus Grippin Buckles.
- Fits a Cactus drybag
- Covered by the Cactus Tough lifetime warranty
- Weight: 500g (canvas)
- Volume: 12L (fits a 10L dry bag).
- Colours: Olive (Canvas) or Black (Canvas)
- Fabrics: Premium C-Canvas.
Although, as the name suggests, initially designed specifically for ski patrollers, the Patrol Pack is also the most versatile large day pack we make.
It seemed unfair to limit this pack to purely professional ski field users considering that happily, through some sublime alignment of the comfort/capacity/common-sense parameters, the Patrol has found an appreciative audience amongst – well – just about anyone wanting a good all around pack.
Hunters, photographers, climbers, skiers day-tripping off piste and lightweight trampers all seem to find the Patrol pack fits the bill. A contender for the most versatile pack we make?
- Cushy padded C-Lam harness and waist belt for all day comfort
- Front shovel pocket, for fast access to your shovel when you really need it. In summer it’s a great place for your jacket and scroggin
- Ice axe loops (of course)
- Side pockets for shovel handles, water bottles and internal pockets for a hydration bladder or avalanche probes
- Ski tail straps on the lower sides, with a side release buckle on the upper compression strap for easy ski carrying
- Compatible with our DB Boardstraps (sold separately) for carrying your snowboard
- Boxy base shape to fit the unusual loads that ski patrollers often carry
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Volume: 45 litres
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Weight: 1390 grams
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have an internal water proof coating and an external DWR coating. For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one
- that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- OK, so somehow your Patrol pack fell off the rocks at the top of the field and made it most of the way to the bottom? Get someone to drop it back to Cactus HQ and for a small fee we’ll make it fully functional again
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Our Glove Box bike packing storage gear provides additional, easy-access storage for essential on-the-road (or trail) items.
Designed to integrate with the Cactus Love Handle (handle-bar wrap), the Glove Box easily and quickly attaches with a super-secure quadruple side-release buckle system.
The Glove Box doubles as a waist-bag with a low-profile waist strap fixed unobtrusively to the back so it's never in the way, but there when you need it.
Webbing loops on the front store essential items, and an internal mesh pocket and high-vis lining help you organise and access your valuables with ease.
- Ultra C-Canvas for durability and practicality
- Reflective strip and Cactus logo on the front
- Made in Christchurch, NZ
Volume: 4 litres
Weight: 325g
Dimensions
Length: 30cm. Width: 20cm. Depth: 7cm
The XS and SMALL versions of the BIG BURLY BAG are truly awesome options for travelers who want a bag on the smaller end of the scale.
Constructed with Cactus C-Canvas (the same stuff we make most of our packs out of).
These bags feature durable, reinforced fabrics, heavy-duty YKK zips, and 'gripping' load relief straps. This bag meets the legendary Cactus durability standards, additionally the XS meets the maximum size limits for most airline carry-on luggage.
If you need something larger, we offer MEDIUM and LARGE sizes in Cactus Nylon too.
- Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
- Fabric: C-Canvas for strength
- Grippin buckles on the load relief straps to really take the strain
- Grab handles on the ends for easy retrieval from the bus/train/yak/ditch
- Flat-stitched 38mm webbing handles for strong, dependable carrying
- Double ended YKK zips with load relief straps.
- Extra Small: 43 litres, 600 grams, 550x330x240mm (airline carry-on luggage size)
- Small: 66 litres, 680 grams, 800x330x250mm
- Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have various waterproofing coatings and treatments. To make these last as long as possible we recommend that you don’t wash your bag in a machine
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the environment
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- It’s not impossible to damage these bags, and you’ll have fun trying, but if you succeed, get it back to us and for a small fee we’ll fix it up for you
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
The Henry backpack is our fast and light adventure pack for a big day, or even weekend, out. Top loading to handle different size loads easily, we’ve kept things as minimal as possible, using lightweight fabrics where feasible, to enable you to forget about the pack and get on with the task at hand.
The reasonably large main bag will mean adventure racers and speed freaks will push the limits of what is viable with such a lightweight bag, yet the C-Aircell harness and shoulder straps keep the comfort levels high enough for a ultra lightweight multi day MTB trip. A shock cord compression system allows easy stowage of a jacket on the outside, and our oversized lid means lots of storage and maintains protection for the main bag closure if the bag is full or if you’ve got stuff under the lid. Run, hike, bike, ski, you name it - the Henry backpack is your number 1 lightweight option.
- Easy access side pockets with one handed closures so you can get to food or water bottles on the go
- A mesh pocket on the back panel
- Internal hydro sleeve with convenient routing for the tube to keep you hydrated
- Bladder tube retainer on the shoulder straps to keep the tube handy. The tube runs on the outside of the shoulder strap, not internally where it could end up rubbing you the wrong way
- External shock cord for excess clothing, and for load compression to keep things stable on your back
- Volume: 29 Litres
- Weight: 750 Grams
- Measurements: 470 x 200 x 250mm
- Fabrics: C-210n6, C-60n66, Aircell, NZ origin foams
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have an internal water proof coating and an external DWR coating. For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also lightly oil or wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
Sternum straps - most of our packs come with them, but if you lose yours or - gasp - want to put one on another pack, well here you go... elasticated for comfort. Should easily retrofit to most packs 19mm webbing and buckles.
Colour : Black
Weight: 25 grams
The perfect little organiser to keep all of your tools (or tool sets) in one place.
You could get a few to be ultra organised. One for your bike tools, one for your spanners, one for your screw drivers, one for your carving (or kitchen) knives, one for your kids pencils and paint brushes, one for your sewing kit. When you get one you won't know how you coped without one before.
• Made of C-Canvas with tough Cordura webbing
• Adjustable strapping with buckle so you can fill it as much as you want
• Made right here in Christchurch backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship
• 250mm (high) X 290mm wide (when open). Each pocket is 80mm wide and 110mm high. When folded up it's about 100mm wide X 130mm high. Perfect for under the bike seat, in the glove box, in the bigger tool bag.
250mm (high) X 290mm wide.
Each pocket is 80mm wide and 110mm high.
C-Canvas with Cordura webbing.
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 4 Way Basic features:
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for notebook/map or spare battery
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
The Foray is our take on the classic, single compartment backcountry tramping pack.
Going backcountry often means trips of a week or more, so we’ve sized and designed the Foray to meet the challenge. When tramping in NZ you are bound to meet a good sized mountain (or many), so we’ve covered all bases by including two ice axe or walking pole attachment loops and a crampon patch.
The eminently simple and reliable Foray will still be comfortable and likely the least of your worries at the end of a big mission. As with all our packs we’ve opted for a fixed length harness and a single main compartment for the Foray – this is intentional as they both reduce complexity and weight, while greatly increasing longevity.
In the case of our fixed length harness, thousands of happy converts from our competitors adjustable systems should be all the proof you need. In the main body of the Foray the Ultra 12oz C-Canvas is inherently water resistant without relying on an easily damaged, laminated inner coating. Up through the storm throat we’ve continued this integrity by using a lighter C-210n6 polyester Oxford. We also take advantage of nylon’s higher abrasion resistance by reinforcing pack wear points with C-1000n6.
• Generous 75L internal volume to fit everything bar the kitchen sink
• Fixed length harness to maximise strength for long term use under heavy loads
• Constructed from Ultra 12oz C-Canvas, C-1000D & C-210n6 fabrics for superior long term durability and water resistance
• Big lids are good – ones that double as a pillow or portable secure storage unit are even better
• Single compartments are lighter, increase water resistance and stronger
• Three dimensional shaped framesheet enables a customisable fit to your back, keeping the load close for maximum comfort under load
• Large compression panel improves weight distribution and allows pack size to be reduced when carrying less gear
• Twin ice axe/walking pole and crampon holders
• Includes No Worries 5yr Pack Guarantee
• Covered by Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- Sizes: 2, 3, 4
- Volume: 75 Litres
- Size 2: 2934g, Size 3: 3074g, Size 4: 3186g
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Fabrics: C-Canvas, C-1000n6, C-210n6, C-Aircell, NZ origin foams
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
• Our pack fabrics have various waterproofing coatings and treatments. To make these last as long as possible we recommend that you don’t wash your pack in a machine
• Brush dirt from the product while still dry
• Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
• Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
• Drip dry without creases
• If you hole your pack with an ice axe, dry your eyes and bring it back to us and and we'll patch it (for a small fee)
• If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Size | 2 | 3 | 4 |
CM | 30-37 | 35-42 | 40-47 |
Inches | 12-14.5 | 14-16.5 | 15.5-18.5 |
Backlength range - measure from the top of the shoulder where you would wear the shoulder strap to the top of your hip bone.
One of our new stable of revised and much improved radio harnesses, the 4 Way with Cell features:
- Secure and comfortable strapping system
- Padded back for comfort and structure
- Easily fits a wide range of radio sizes and styles
- Durable C-1000n6 and C-Hypalon materials for a long service life
- Easy access zip pocket for your phone, notebook/map or spare batteries
- Cell phone pocket or GPS measuring 6cm wide and 4cm deep. The pouch is 10cm long. The velcro closure allows up to 3cm more length.
- Secure radio retention straps with easy adjustment
- Easily replaceable radio retention straps if you ever manage to wear them out or damage them during use
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a Hi-Vis Yellow Day Pack Cover made from quality 400 denier Oxford nylon to exacting Cactus quality standards to be sure it has your back for miles and miles and miles.
- Hi-Vis yellow fabric with reflective stripe so there's no blimmen excuse for hitting you on your bike
- Handy loop to which you might attach a bike light right in the middle of your back
- Waterproof to keep your faithful old daypack dry even if it is really past its best before date
- Shock cord around the outside to help fit various sizes of pack and variable packloads
- Will fit larger Cactus daypacks such as the Patrol, Sedition, Vacuole, and Henry. Let's just say daypacks 30-45l
- Weight: 175gm
- Maximum Measurements: 31.5cm wide x 58cm tall x 21cm deep
- Fabrics: 400denier Oxford nylon
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Drip dry without creases
The medium and large versions of the Big Burly Bag are truly awesome options for travelers who need to take everything with them. Seriously, these things are huge!
Constructed with Cactus woven nylon, a 1000D Nylon Canvas (the same stuff we make the more "technical" side of our packs out of).
These bags feature durable, reinforced fabrics, heavy-duty YKK zips, Cactus 'Grippin' buckles and load relief straps. This bag meets the legendary Cactus durability standards, additionally the large can hold a body (not that it was designed with this purpose in mind...).
- Construction backed by a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship.
- Medium & Large: 1000D Cactus Woven Nylon fabric for durability.
- Double ended YKK zips with load relief straps.
- Flat-stitched 38mm webbing handles for strong, dependable carrying.
- Grab handles on the ends for easy retrieval from the bus/train/yak/ditch.
- Grippin buckles on the load relief straps to really take the strain.
- Fabric: 1000D Cactus Woven Nylon.
- Medium: 105 litres, 800 grams, 930x370x290mm.
- Large: 170 litres, 1085 grams, 1020x480x380mm.
- Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have various waterproofing coatings and treatments. To make these last as long as possible we recommend that you don’t wash your bag in a machine
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the environment
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also silicone spray or lightly wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- It’s not impossible to damage these bags, and you’ll have fun trying, but if you succeed, get it back to us and for a small fee we’ll fix it up for you
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet gear in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Large size to store fits medium and large packs.
- Volume: 15L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: YELLOW.
The Hector is our proven dedicated tramping/trekking dream pack – featuring genuine "Ultra Canvas", a single main compartment and a comfortable, modular harness system. Honed by our collective decades of experience in the New Zealand backcountry, the Hector has more of what you want (strength, comfort, simplicity) with less of what you don’t (excess weight, Murphy’s Law complexity, dangly straps and feature-bloat).
We’ve designed the Hector with shorter multi-day trips in mind. It’s got a single axe/walking poles attachment point, and good sized zip up front pocket, which is perfect for a damp pack towel or dirty underwear.
The removable lid allows you to keep valuable items close by in a hut, can be used as a pillow and includes a security pocket. We even include straps to convert the lid to a bandolier bag for your map, camera, water bottle and jacket - perfect for the summit assault or that end-of-day sunset photography side trip.
If you think you are going to be out in the hills closer to a week, or need a slightly more technical tramping (as opposed to alpine) pack, sidle over and talk to our Foray.
- True Ultra Canvas fabric – be wary of imitations
- Front pocket with vertical zip for easy access or for stuff you don’t want in the main compartment
- Removable lid – doubles as a pillow, triples as a close-at-hand security store and quadruples as a shoulder bag
- Three dimensionally formed framesheet – keeping the weight tightly fixed to your back
- Seamless front panel ensures good water resistance
- Made in New Zealand
- Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- No Worries 5yr Pack Guarantee
- Sizes: 2, 3, 4
- Volume: 65 Litres
- Weight: 2920 Grams (without lid 2580 grams)
- Fabrics: C-Canvas, C-1000n6, C-210n6, C-Aircell, NZ origin foams
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- Our pack fabrics have an internal waterproof coating and an external DWR coating. For increased longevity of these coatings we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also lightly oil, silicone spray or wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
- If a hut rat gets to your scroggin by chewing through your pack, don’t fret, we can fix it up for a small fee
- If you are still not sure, give us a call or flick us an email
Size | 2 | 3 | 4 |
CM | 30-37 | 35-42 | 40-47 |
Inches | 12-14.5 | 14-16.5 | 15.5-18.5 |
Backlength range - measure from the top of the shoulder where you would wear the shoulder strap to the top of your hip bone.
The Vacuole was the first backpack ever made by Cactus. The fact that some of the originals are still around is testimony to its pedigree. The classic design lends itself towards versatility and this had ensured its enduring popularity. Over the years (31 and counting) we’ve updated it with new materials and ideas to maintain its relevance. If you are only going to own one pack, the vacuole is a strong contender. Designed for heavier day loads the harness sports our c-aircell fabric, and a 38mm webbing waist belt.
- C-aircell harness and a 38mm webbing hip belt all contribute comfort and stability be it lugging books to university or ski touring
- Internal hydro sleeve to keep you on the go
- Compression straps stabilise the load, take the stress off the zip, and allow awkward items
(camera tripod, perhaps?) to be carried externally - Ice axe loop and shock cord for crampons keep the winter options open, and can be used
for other things – axe loop for your flashing bike light, shock cord for – well – anything… - ‘Road kill’ front pocket for those wee items – keys, wallet, phone etc
- Includes No Worries 5yr Guarantee
- Covered by Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- Volume: 37 Litres
- Weight: 825 Grams
- Measurements: 500 x 280 x 190mm
- Fabrics : C-1000n6, C-Aircell
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Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- For increased longevity we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also lightly oil or wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet socks in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Perfect size to keep those smaller accessories dry.
- Volume: 2L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: YELLOW.
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet gear in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Mid size.
- Volume: 10L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: BLACK.
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet gear in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Mid size.
- Volume: 10L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: YELLOW.
The Vacuole was the first backpack ever made by Cactus. The fact that some of the originals are still around is testimony to its pedigree. The classic design lends itself towards versatility and this had ensured its enduring popularity. Over the years (25 and counting) we’ve updated it with new materials and ideas to maintain its relevance. If you are only going to own one pack, the vacuole is a strong contender. Designed for heavier day loads the harness sports our c-aircell fabric, and a 38mm webbing waist belt.
- C-aircell harness and a 38mm webbing hip belt all contribute comfort and stability be it lugging books to university or ski touring
- Internal hydro sleeve to keep you on the go
- Compression straps stabilise the load, take the stress off the zip, and allow awkward items
(camera tripod, perhaps?) to be carried externally - Ice axe loop and shock cord for crampons keep the winter options open, and can be used
for other things – axe loop for your flashing bike light, shock cord for – well – anything… - ‘Road kill’ front pocket for those wee items – keys, wallet, phone etc
- Includes No Worries 5yr Guarantee
- Covered by Cactus-Tough Lifetime Warranty
- Volume: 37 Litres
- Weight: 825 Grams
- Measurements: 500 x 280 x 190mm
- Fabrics : C-1000n6, C-Aircell
-
Country / Region of manufacture: New Zealand
- For increased longevity we do not recommend machine washing
- Brush dirt from the product while still dry
- Hand wash in cold or warm water using mild detergent or pure soap - preferably one that's nice to the earth
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer), you can also lightly oil or wax zips periodically to increase their lifespan
- Drip dry without creases
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet gear in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Mid size.
- Volume: 15L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: YELLOW.
Keep those important documents, electronics, food, safe and dry.... Or keep your wet socks in here and keep the rest of your gear dry.
Lightweight, yet durable waterproof tube-style drybag. Roll and clip closure system with tough buckle.
Made from Reinforced Ripstop fabric.
Perfect size to keep those smaller accessories dry.
- Volume: 2L
- Fabric: Lightweight Ripstop PVC.
- Colour: BLACK.
The Cactus Trough Water Bottle is made so you can look a bit flash at the office or home, or any situation where a 'sports' bottle like our Podium Bottle isn't really appropriate.
Hand wash with hot soapy water and a bottle brush.
The Cactus Trough Bottle is not dishwasher safe.
Size | 2 | 3 | 4 |
CM | 30-37 | 35-42 | 40-47 |
Inches | 12-14.5 | 14-16.5 | 15.5-18.5 |
Backlength range - measure from the top of the shoulder where you would wear the shoulder strap to the top of your hip bone.
- BPA-Free
- Stainless Steel
- Secure screw top lid (with key ring attachment)
- Country / Region of Manufacture: China
- Printed in New Zealand
Our DB Boardstraps are our proprietary double purchase board straps. Initially they were seen on our old Sedition packs and after retro-fitting many pairs to Deepwinters we've decided to make them modular on many of our alpine packs: Patrol Pack, Miklat, Vacuole, Foray (any model), Hector (with nothing in front pocket) and pretty much any other pack with 2 compression straps.
Ask us if you're not sure if they'll fit to your pack.
- C-Reo board holders lock down securely on your board and withstand your nice sharp edges better than anything else we can imagine
- If you wrap them around twice they carry skis really well too
- Colour: Black
- Weight (pair): 150 grams
Hydration is pretty important on any adventure. So it seemed like a no brainer to chuck some drink bottles in our stores.
The Cactus Podium Bottle uses the tried and tested 'CamelBak Podium' bottle. Holding 700ml of your chosen hydration, it's perfect to chuck in the cage on your next ride, chuck in your pack, or let it roll around the floor in the Land Cruiser.
All parts can be separated for easy cleaning.
Hand wash with hot soapy water and a bottle brush.
Size | 2 | 3 | 4 |
CM | 30-37 | 35-42 | 40-47 |
Inches | 12-14.5 | 14-16.5 | 15.5-18.5 |
Backlength range - measure from the top of the shoulder where you would wear the shoulder strap to the top of your hip bone.
- Optimised Cage Fit
- High flow self sealing cap
- Easy to clean & BPA-Free
- BOTTLE: BPA-Free TruTaste™ Polypropylene
- CAP: The Jet Valve™ is made from medical grade, self-sealing silicone
- Country / Region of Manufacture: China
- Printed in New Zealand