MrJanGear Ursus Expedition Backpack

One backpack. Everything you need.
With over 80 litres of capacity, the Ursus carries your camera gear, clothing, food, shelter and expedition essentials. Designed to accommodate the Big Morten Camera Insert (available separately), it can also become a dedicated camera backpack with protective padding and customisable compartments.

Developed with wildlife photographer and filmmaker Morten Hilmer, the Ursus has been refined through over two years of field testing and three prototypes.

Built for demanding expeditions

• 80+ litres of capacity for multi-day adventures.
• Camera-ready design: Compatible with the Big Morten Camera Insert, designed to protect and organise professional camera setups, including long telephoto lenses.
• Comfortable load carrying: Aluminium frame and load-bearing system transfer weight to your hips. Supports loads up to 35 kg.
• Modular design: MOLLE attachment system for extra pockets, a divider for upper and lower compartments, and a top flap that converts into a waist pack.
• Field-ready construction: Replaceable buckles and straps, AustriAlpin COBRA belt buckles and an included rain cover.

Choose the backpack on its own or buy the Ursus Complete set with the Big Morten Insert.

Developed with Morten Hilmer
Drawing on his wildlife photography experience and two years with the Sirius Dogsled Patrol in Greenland, Morten helped shape the Ursus into a backpack built for demanding conditions.

“The Ursus is the backpack I always wanted for my longer expeditions. After more than two years of testing three different prototypes, I can honestly say we’ve created something I’m proud to carry into the wilderness.”

— Morten Hilmer

Key Features

• 80+ litre capacity, expandable with additional pockets
• Designed to accommodate the Big Morten Insert (available separately or as part of the Ursus Complete), for professional camera setups and long telephoto lenses
• Aluminium frame and load-bearing system designed to transfer weight to the hips
• Maximum load of up to 35 kg
• Modular MOLLE attachment system for front and side pockets
• Flexible internal divider system for upper and lower compartments
• Convertible top flap that can be used as a large waist pack
• AustriAlpin COBRA buckle on the main belt
• Replaceable buckles and fastening straps for field repairs
• Rain cover included
• Designed in collaboration with Morten Hilmer

Specifications

• Capacity: 80+ litres, expandable
• Maximum load: Up to 35 kg or more
• Dimensions (extended): 80 cm high, including the rolltop
• Dimensions (rolled down): 45 cm × 38 × 34.2 cm (H × W × D)
• Weight: 3.75 kg (empty, without side pockets, extra straps or Velcro pockets)
• Camera unit: Compatible with the Big Morten Insert (sold separately)
• Attachment system: MOLLE-compatible front and side attachments
• Main belt buckles: AustriAlpin COBRA
• Field repairs: Replaceable buckles and fastening straps; spare buckles are available to order.
• Included accessories: One size S Velcro pocket, one size L Velcro pocket and a rain cover