{"product_id":"vanquest-katara-16-backpack","title":"Vanquest KATARA-16 Backpack","description":"\u003c!-- Vanquest KATARA-16 Backpack — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe Vanquest KATARA-16 is a 16-liter convertible backpack\/slingpack designed for urban carry and everyday carry (EDC) enthusiasts. Removable straps allow quick conversion to a single-shoulder VSlinger format. Features a top outer pocket with organizational webbing, two Hypalon MOLLE-Air side panels, 210-D high-viz orange bottom pocket, hidden hook-and-loop accessory compartment, and low-profile laser-cut CORDURA MOLLE-Air panel. Available in Black, Multicam Black, and Gray. Weight: ~4.1 lbs (1,860 g).\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eVanquest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eAvailable Colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eBlack, Multicam Black, Gray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003e16 liters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e~4.1 lbs (1,860 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eCarry Modes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eBackpack + removable straps → single-shoulder VSlinger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eSide Panels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eHypalon MOLLE-Air panels (2×) for bottle holders \/ MOLLE accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eBottom Pocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003e210-D high-viz orange ripstop nylon lining; fits iPad Mini, wallets, phones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eHidden Compartment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eHidden hook-and-loop accessory compartment behind bottom pocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eTop Pocket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#fff;\"\u003eZippered; elastic webbing, slip pocket, hook-and-loop ID patch field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eFront MOLLE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;background:#faf9f6;\"\u003eLow-profile laser-cut CORDURA MOLLE-Air panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe Vanquest KATARA-16 is designed for the urban professional or EDC enthusiast who needs a capable, low-profile everyday carry platform that doesn't look overtly tactical. The 16-liter capacity hits the right balance between compact daily carry and sufficient volume for a meaningful equipment load. The removable shoulder straps enable quick conversion to a single-shoulder VSlinger configuration for environments where quick lateral access is more valuable than two-shoulder carry stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eHypalon MOLLE-Air side panels support single-channel MOLLE accessories or Vanquest's HYDRA Water Bottle Holder, keeping the main compartment free for primary cargo. The bottom pocket's high-viz orange 210-D ripstop lining makes the pocket contents immediately identifiable when the compartment is open — a practical design detail that speeds up retrieval. Behind this pocket, a hidden hook-and-loop accessory compartment provides a secondary discreet storage zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe top outer pocket is fully outfitted for organization: elastic webbing for pens and small tools, a slip pocket, and a hook-and-loop panel for identification patches. The low-profile laser-cut CORDURA MOLLE-Air front panel accommodates additional attachments without the bulky woven MOLLE webbing profile of older tactical packs. For medical professionals, the KATARA-16 is a versatile off-duty or urban carry platform that can accept FATPack-Pro inserts via its loop-compatible interior surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Internal Links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ems-bags-and-backpacks\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eEMS Bags \u0026amp; Backpacks\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-pouches\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eIFAK Pouches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Vanquest","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":39543771922550,"sku":null,"price":277.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Multicam Black","offer_id":39543772020854,"sku":null,"price":277.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":41527613882486,"sku":null,"price":277.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/vanquest-katara-16-backpack-5961461.jpg?v=1780703037","url":"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/en-ca\/products\/vanquest-katara-16-backpack","provider":"MED-TAC International Corp.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}