Customer Reviews for Peak Design - Travel Duffel 35L - Black
Customer Rating
5
Great build quality, design, and organization
on January 12, 2023
Posted by: robinsc7
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.
Bought this to use as a carry on bag and was worried it wouldn't hold 1 weeks worth of clothes. My previous duffel bag carry on was 40 L and is good for maybe 3/4 days worth of clothes. I managed to fit more in this bag which is 35L using the packing cubes Peak Design sells. I was able to pack one pair of boots, ten shirts, 2 pairs of jeans and 10 pairs of socks and boxer briefs along with a wash pouch. It is also a plus that the bag is black and sleek and love that the Peak Design logo is subtle.
If there are any criticisms it's that the magnets on the handles and on the sides of the bag are weak and are almost useless. If I don't place the bag on the ground ever so gently, the handles come apart. Also I wish the clips for the shoulder strap were made of aluminum like the ones on the handles instead of plastic.
Ingot this bag last Christmas and I've loved it for the year I've used it. I travel frequently for work and this bag has held up through it all and looks amazing! Materials are top notch and the bag does not have any scraps and little to no scuffs. The bag is also a joy to use in the age of single bag carry as it is carry on sized but big enough to fit a week's worth of clothes. The bag is a great size and I've never had a problem being it onto the plane, while I've seen airline attendants litterally turn people away with the suit case style carryons. Great product and 10/10 would recommend. Thank you peak design!
My sage green duffel goes with my everywhere. I've had this bag since its launch via Kickstarter and haven't regretted it a day. The bag is big enough to hold multiple packing cube volumes, and I can get 4 of the large size ones in if they aren't too packed up. It's made incredibly well, just like all the Peak kit I own. You can stuff it, toss it about and be sure its going to hold up to whatever you can throw at it. I've set it up to hold 2-3 days worth of clothes for my wife and 2 kids, and it excels at this. If it's just me, I can get 5 days worth of clothes, my toiletries bag, and my tech bag with zero issues.
The outside pockets are good for smaller items, but when the bag is fully packed with packing cubes, there isn't a ton of room left to use these for larger items, but it will hold a call phone, small books/magazines, or some of the toiletries you need quicker access to. A protip for the handles - even if the magnets are a bit weak, if you clip them together and then twist the handles around, the strap will be MUCH more secure when using this carry method. You can always opt for the nicely padded shoulder carry strap instead though. The only quibble I have here is the carry straps can be reconfigured to do a backpack style carry, but this never works for me. When fully packed, the straps are just too short for my body type and I have to move them back. The straps are easy enough to pop off and move back though, and I'm sure for someone this is a great carry option.
When Peak Design got into the travel bag business, I knew I'd love their take on a classic duffle bag. If you travel, often for for longer periods of time, this is a great one bag option for individuals, or a shorter multi-day bag for small families. Big shout to the PD crew for great products!