I bought my duffel bag about a month ago and received it very quickly. The company constantly updated me on where we were in the process. Upon examination of the bag when it arrived I was even happier with it than I thought I would be. It is exceptional value for the money. I could not recommend this product and company more. Everything we have purchased from there has been exactly what we wanted.
I recently purchased the travel duffel, because I traveled to San Francisco from NY and purchased a few things while in SF and didn’t have enough room in my suitcase. I’ve since replaced my suitcase with the duffel. This thing is deceptively large! I can fit enough stuff for a two week (or longer) stay.
I got the 35L version and I love using it as my carry on. Even for a 5-7 day trip, the size is perfect. My only wish is that they made a smaller version for when I hit the gym or the pool!
One thing I would fix with the design of the duffel is are the handles and the magnets that hold them together. The magnets are too small that they practically separate when you carry the bag from the handles. The handles are also bent in such a way that picking the bag up in a hurry would basically make this happen.
I’ve had this bag for a little over a month and have used it on several trips. The 35L size is perfect for trip to the gym or a long weekend. Only complaint is the design of the carry handles. The nylon canvas material is used for the grip which creates an uncomfortable rigid feeling. The edge where the handle material is sewn feels “sharp” at times adding the the discomfort. However, this only applies to the Black color since on the Sage bag a soft brown leather is used for the handles. Wish to see a similar design with black leather. Also, as noted in other reviews the magnets in the handles are very week and virtually useless.
I fly frequently for work and mainly use a duffel to avoid being forced to gate check my bag with how close a lot of connections can be now. I was looking for a duffel that looked professional and had some structure/organization to it. The 35L duffel is perfect for my ~3 day trips where I am by no means a minimalist packer. I can easily fit work, casual, and gym outfits/shoes with plenty of room to spare for a toiletry bag, protein bars, chargers, etc.
The 35L duffel has just enough organization options while maintaining a true unhindered duffel compartment. The build quality and design are fantastic and I'm confident it will hold up over time. I think it's a great value compared to some other comparable options on the market that either lack the clean but high-end design or go too far with the organization.
If you're looking for a run of the mill gym bag this is NOT it. If you are looking for a classy duffle bag that serves as an carry on, perfect for business, casual, camping or glamping, then this is it. The extra pockets allow for organization (a common problem with duffle bags) and the extra security features means less stress about where you last put your passport. Worth every penny.