9 Best Skateboard Backpacks & Bonus Board Carrying Options

Why Are Skate Backpacks Better Than Regular Bags?

There are so many reasons why a properly-equipped and specific skate backpack is better than its regular equivalent. If you’re looking to carry any skateboard or skateboarding equipment in a bag, a skate backpack is an absolute necessity.

Firstly, they’re specially designed to accommodate a backpack in a secure way and ensure that neither your backpack or other personal items fall out or become damaged.

Secondly, they’re designed using extra-durable materials to cope with the extra weight and wear and tear, in addition to several other features to enhance your backpack. What’s more, they boast a high level of functionality which allows you to get the most out of your bag, even while carrying a skateboard in it.

The final main benefit they offer is value for money – if you invest in the right bag that’s designed to cope with a skateboard, you’ll find it lasts much longer than regular bags.

Common Features of Quality Skate Backpacks

One of the most common features you’ll find in most high-quality skate backpacks is a tough, durable material that the bag is made of. Because a skateboard adds some extra weight and demand to any bag, it’s essential that the backpack’s material can cope with whatever is thrown at it.

Another main feature of any high-quality skateboard backpack is the carrying straps which are meant to secure the skateboard to your bag without risking it falling off or getting damaged. Straps are always a key ingredient to a backpack’s design and, this is especially the case when skating.

You’re also likely to find several different compartments to allow you to carry all of your different things in the backpack, from earphones to a wallet to your skateboarding equipment.

What to Look for in a Good Skate or Longboard Backpack

Carrying ability

Obviously, with the extra, added weight of the skateboard, you want a bag that has the ability to carry a significant weight and won’t crumble under the pressure of some added items. All good skate and longboard backpacks should be capable of carrying a large skateboard or longboard, books, water, clothes and other accessories with ease.

The hooks or straps that are used for the board need to be sturdy and strong as any skateboard that’s trailing behind you must be held firmly its place. The last thing you want is to injure someone when turning around.

Water resistance

It goes without saying that a waterproof or water-resistant bag is an absolute necessity when choosing your new skate or longboard backpack. You want a bag that can cope with all kinds of weather and won’t get weak or wet if rain starts to fall.

If your bag isn’t water resistant, the items you’re carrying like books, phones or money may get damaged. 100% waterproof backpacks are rare but can be found (see here). Water resistant bags are usually sufficient enough for everyday use.

Large storage

Naturally, when you’re investing money in a skate or longboard bag, you want to make sure it has sufficient storage not just to hold your board but also to hold other things you need to carry throughout the day.

Your phone, laptop, books or other items should fit comfortably in any high-quality bag, alongside your skate or longboard. Additionally, helmets pads, shoes and other skate gear need to be accounted for. The last thing you want to do is sink $$$ into a bag that can’t hold anything!

Laptop compartment

This is vital for any students or professionals who want to take their laptop with them to use throughout the day. Many people use their longboard or skateboard for commuting so balancing a secure and comfortable backpack that holds a computer can be difficult.

All laptop compartments should come with a proper zip to secure your laptop properly and ensure no damage will be caused if you happen to fall. This will protect you and your valuables from damage.

Warranty

It goes without saying that if you’re going to invest money in something, you want to make sure it lasts. Most high-quality bags come with a warranty of at least 6-12 months, and some of the highest-quality bags will come with a lifetime warranty.

This doesn’t mean your lifetime (of course!) but rather the reasonable lifetime of a bag, which is usually around 4-10 years. Definitely consider the manufacturer's warranty before buying.

9 Best Skate Backpacks Reviewed

1. Dakine Mission Backpack

This popular backpack is one of the most in-demand options on the internet at the moment due to its good value, lightweight material, and wide number of compartments.

It features an iPad compartment, laptop compartment, and various other fleece-lined pockets that will protect delicate items like your sunglasses, goggles, earphones, and wallet.

This is great because not all the backpacks that are made for skaters have the versatility of their daily routines in mind when designing them - for Dakine, a skater is also a businessman or woman, or a busy student on the go.

It’s perfect for all types of skateboards and snowboards because the straps are well-built for compressing the board to the bag. The chest and waist straps add extra support to the body so that you can move quickly and comfortably.

With many different styles and colors available, it’s our #1 choice in skating backpacks and perfect for everyday to occasional skaters.

2. Nike SB RPM Graphic Backpack

This stylish, sleek, and durable offering from the internationally-renowned brand is definitely a great option for anyone looking for a good, reliable, and fashion-conscious skateboard backpack. Nike has built up a great reputation over decades for providing good-quality sportswear and this reputation is reflected in this skateboard bag.

It’s durable, and it also offers a wide range of compartments including a laptop sleeve for computers up to 15 inches. The detachable straps for your board make sure that the bag and the board are secure while you’re on the go. Despite its compact design, it is quite spacious, so you can be sure that you can fit everything you need in there.

It’s best suited to smaller shortboards because it’s a small/medium-sized backpack. We like this bag because of its water-resistant material, smart strap design, and comfort. It only has a waist strap though so it may be slightly less comfortable than the Dakine model above.

3. Mohave Skate Backpack

The Element brand is renowned for creating quality skate products. They have created what is one of the best skateboard backpacks for a wide variety of board types.

Capable of holding a skateboard or longboard, in addition to a laptop, phone, sunglasses, and several other things, this is a good investment if you expect and demand more from your everyday backpack. It is great for urban commuters, students, and overall busy people who move around in their skateboards and also appreciate a good amount of pockets and compartments to keep their various items organized.

The water-resistant 600D polyester material will add an extra layer of protection in terms of durability and the padded mesh back panels promote comfort when riding or carrying a board.

This Mohave model is very reasonably priced and comes in a wide range of colors, so you’re sure to find something that suits not just your style, but your budget too.

4. Vans Off the Wall Jetter Carry All Skate Backpack

This is another stylish, sleek and durable offering from another internationally-renowned brand that has made a name for itself in the skateboard and BMX industry thanks to its quality and speciality products.

It’s definitely a great option for anyone looking for a good, reliable and fashion-conscious skateboard backpack. With a classic skatepack design, it looks great with or without a board attached. The black and pewter colour combination with just a flash of red means that it’s easy to match with your outfits and boards.

 This bag is perfect for school or work, even if you’re not carrying your skateboard with you during the day. It offers a wide range of compartments and detachable straps for your board to make sure that the bag and the board are secure while you’re on the go or at school.

The laptop compartment is an important feature for students and professionals, as you need your laptop to be well-protected from your board so it doesn’t cause it any damage.

5. Ronyes Skateboard Backpack Multi-Function

This bag might be one of the strongest and highest-functioning options we’ve seen on the market.

Capable of carrying a football, longboard, electric skateboard or normal skateboard of any size, this is perfect for you if you want to get more out of your bag and you love to take part in a wide range of sports, beyond just skating. Just bear in mind that you can use the ball net and the adjustable board straps at the same time!

The higher capacity of this bag allows you to carry a wide range of sports equipment, in addition to lots of personal items like your books, large laptops, pens and water bottle. We love the fact it has an external USB port with a built-in charger cable, perfect for smartphones which seem to have ever-shorter battery life.

Other handy organizational features include a tablet sleeve as well as a laptop sleeve, keeping your devices protected, a back pocket and two side zipper pockets for storing smaller items you need quick access to.

The potential for filling this high-capacity bag up means it can be heavy, which is compensated for by the ergonomic, S-shaped, padded shoulder straps, breathable back pads, and buckle waist belt, which you’ll be thankful for at the end of a long day.

Its polyester material is highly water-resistant, meaning you can play sports and skateboard no matter what the weather is like, without worrying about anything getting wet.

6. DC Men’s The Breed Backpack

This fun, functional backpack is a great choice if you’d like to carry your skateboard in a bag that you can also use normally day-to-day. DC have always done stylish, cool bags for school and college, and it’s nice to see them offer an option for skateboards as well.

If you love your board, you’ll have heard of this company before and know that they offer a wide range of professional and high-quality shoes, clothes and accessories which are great for skateboarders.

This 100% polyester backpack, inside and out, has a very distinctive style which is sure to help you stand out from the crowd, with the famous DC branding on the exterior. Just bear in mind, so you’re not disappointed like one customer, that the DC logo is printed, not sewn.

It comes in three colours, sodalite blue, black darbotz and washed indigo, so you can pick the one that goes best with your board and your style in general.

If it gets grubby, which it probably will if you’re attaching your board to it and using it on a daily basis, then all you need to do is give it a gentle scrub with soapy water.

7. Eastsport Multi Compartment Skater Backpack

This brand has created hundreds of brilliant backpacks which each serve their own purpose, and it’s done it again with their skateboard backpack. This is definitely one of the best skateboard backpacks we’ve seen on the market recently because of its strength, durability and overall capacity to carry the things you need.

It can carry either a skateboard or longboard, using two Velcro straps which will keep it safely in place. As well as that, you can carry school books, water bottles and other heavy items without putting too much pressure on the bag’s material, as it’s very well designed.

This bag has an interior tech pocket which can fit most 15-inch laptops, and then multiple zip pockets so that you can keep all your belongings separately so you know exactly where they are when you need them. It has two elasticated side mesh hydration pockets, perfect for keeping a water bottle to hand.

The manufacturers have done everything they can to ensure your comfort when carrying this bag, with the ergonomically designed high-density foam back to it and the ultra-padded shoulder straps. It’s also one of the cheapest options we’ve seen, which is strange for such a good product and great brand.

8. Dakine Youth Mission Mini Backpack

This is one of our favorite youth skateboard backpacks, and will definitely be a huge hit with kids and teenagers, no matter what board they’re using or what their individual style is. Luckily for parents, the bag is reasonably priced and is made of a durable material that’s sure to last a long time, no matter what gets thrown at it.

It comes with removable skateboard carrying straps and a lifetime warranty, meaning that you aren’t going to have to replace this bag anytime soon. It also has an adjustable sternum strap, which takes some of the strain of the weight of the bag off your shoulders.

18 liters is a great size for a backpack, especially for one being used for school, as there’s plenty of room but it’s hard to weigh yourself down too much. It does have a laptop sleeve, but you should be aware that it isn’t padded, which might put some people off, especially if they’re planning on carrying a laptop and a skateboard at the same time.

It also comes in a wide range of fun colors and designs to make sure that it caters to every taste. There’s everything from plain black to stylish color combinations that could go beautifully with your board or work well with your style. My particular favorite is ‘Brighton’, an understated combination of soft gray, duck egg blue and a light pink.

9. Burton Kilo Backpack

This is one of the largest skateboard backpacks that’s on the market, so if you’re looking for a big bag to carry around a lot of things every day, this is the bag for you. This might be a great bag if you skate to and from work or school and then go to the gym, so you need to squeeze a gym kit in along with everything else.

It comes with a 27L capacity, with several large compartments, including a dedicated padded laptop sleeve, plus a tablet sleeve, so you can transport all of your devices safely and securely. It comes in a huge range of colours and patterns, so you can select the perfect one for you that really expresses your style and personality.

I love the design of the pack with two zippered side pockets and a front pocket just underneath where your skateboard would be. Handy, practical features like the key clip mean you can keep track of where your keys are at all times.

There are also strong, wide shoulder straps on the rucksack to make sure that the bag still feels comfortable, even when carrying 27L worth of things. The adjustable sternum strap is also a big help, taking extra pressure off your shoulders.

4 Other Board Carrying Options

1. Hubro Designs Brdbag Boosted Board Bag

This bag is specially designed to carry and protect your longboard while you’re on the move. It’s great for air, bus or plane travel where your board needs to be stored in the hold and protected, as opposed to all the bags above which are generally for everyday use.  

Rather than being a backpack with straps to hold your board in place on the outside, your Boosted Board longboard fits nicely inside this bag. Please bear in mind that it’s specifically designed for the Boosted brand, and other brands may not fit.

It has a thick, lining that’s in place to protect your board from any bumps or scratches while you’re travelling in addition to removable sternum, shoulder and back straps to suit whatever style of carrying the board you prefer. It even has interior straps that keep the board firmly held in place.

Removable straps also means you can tuck them safely away in the dedicated pocket when checking in your board for a flight without having to worry about them getting snagged in transit.

For longboard bags, this option is actually very good value compared to other options on the market. It has strong zips, is made out of water-resistant material and has a very durable exterior to allow you to get the most out of this bag for less.

2. MaxFind Longboard Skateboard Hover Board Handy Backpack Handbag

This bag is perfect for longboard lovers who need a backpack and carrier bag for their longboard that guarantees to keep the board both safe and secure while they’re in transit. Again, this is a bag specifically for storing your back inside to protect it when on a plane, bus or train, rather than just for carrying it from A to B.

It’s suitable for standard skateboards and longboards, fitting all boards up to 38 inches. Whereas the bag above is designed for one particular brand, this can be used for pretty much any board of the right size. On the other hand, it doesn’t have quite as much padding as the bag above.

It’s also extremely lightweight, meaning you can fold it up and store it in a small space when it’s not in use. The straps provided are wide, allowing you to spread the weight of the board evenly across your back or shoulder, making the experience a lot more comfortable. The straps are adjustable.

This bag is built to last, made of high-quality polyester and professionally weaved seams. That means, this will be your faithful travel companion for years to come.

3. Skitch Skateboards Backpack for All 22” Cruiser Boards

This is a great option for anyone wanting to carry longboards or skateboards, as well as electric skateboards, that measure up to 22 inches.

This bag is designed for carrying your board around, but isn’t designed for air travel as the wheels stick out of the bag. It comes with adjustable straps to allow you to fit any kind of board in the bag safely and securely.

The bag is a simple, black design, meaning it won’t clash with any board design or wheel colour. It doesn’t provide any padding for your board, but that means the bag is also lightweight and flexible, meaning you can fold it up in a compact manner, helping you store it in a small space when you’re not using it.

This option also comes with a multi-strap option, allowing you to wear it as a messenger bag, backpack or shoulder bag; whatever suits you best. The adjustable straps also mean it can be altered to fit anyone from young kids to adults, and is great for any gender.

4. Deck Hook: Professional Skateboard, Longboard & Electric Skateboard Holder Carrier

This is a really useful thing to pop onto any normal backpack or rucksack that you have at the moment, allowing you to attach your skateboard or longboard to your bag without having to buy a new one.

It’s compatible with lots of boards and backpacks but there are certain boards it won’t work for, but do double check with the manufacturers in advance if you’re not sure if this will work for you.

This is great for your budget if you’re looking to cut down on costs, and also good if you’re happy with your current bag but also want to be able to carry your skateboard with you throughout the day. At under $30, this is sure to cater to all budgets and can attach safely and securely to almost any bag.

It's made of lightweight aluminium and will keep your board safe and secure.

How to Attach a Skateboard to a Backpack

One of the most common ways to attach your skateboard to a backpack is to use bungee straps. These work by looping around your board’s wheels and also around the top of your backpack, and are typically very secure and reliable for most board and backpack styles.

Should your longboard or skateboard be a bit heavier, or your bag too light to attach bungee straps too, you can also use specialized straps which are available over the internet.

These come in a wide range of styles and are each individually designed to suit the kind of backpack or board you have.

Can these backpacks be used as school bags too?

This is the best part of buying a good skateboard backpack or longboard backpack – they can also be used as normal school bags or college bags as well, meaning you can double up your usage.

With a good skateboard backpack, you won’t need to carry around several bags – just chuck your school stuff, skateboard and other stuff into one of our recommended bags and you’re good to go.

Conclusion

Whether you’re looking for a skateboard backpack, longboard backpack or advice on how to attack a skateboard to a backpack, we’ve covered everything you need to know.

Skateboarding and longboarding should be fun whatever the weather, and you should have the right backpack that can keep up with your pace and style and doesn’t break the bank.

We love the Dakine model and have chosen it for our #1 choice but any brands on our list will be a great addition to your wardrobe and enable you to easily carry your board.