I just took this bag on a 5-day tour along with my Everyday Backpack V1, and it did its job really well. It still looks like brand new after being loaded onto and off of buses and planes (and in one case, literally kicked around) every day, and the overall design and pocket layout made organization of clothes and toiletries simple.
I love the magnetic features on the bag, but I wish the magnets were stronger overall. The hand straps only really stay together when they're at rest, and when you pick the bag up, you need to use some extra grip strength to keep them together. The magnets used to fold the sides of the bag down are also weak to the point of not holding if the bag is at or near full.
All in all, the cons are pretty minor, and I'm really happy with this bag. It's great for shorter trips and larger everyday carry!
This is a truly amazing bag! It is stylish, practical and versatile. I use this bag to Carry my work clothes to the gym of a morning and to take my gym gear home at the end of the day. It is so versatile as it fits everything easily, and still fits under the seat on the train I can carry all I need for the day - keys, phone, wallet, laptop and water bottle, so I only need the one bag. With other sports bags, I need to carry a second bag to fit everything in. I have done a few weekend trips and fitted everything I need in easily. I chose the sage green and am considering getting a black one for variety! I highly recommend this bag.
Duffel bag very useful in their size/volume. Currently, i used it for my short trip/overnight just to fit everything in (clothings and camera accessories). The compartment does very good in organizing items without flip over to search or get my stuff.
However, the shoulder padding seem slightly thin (need more cushion) when carry over the shoulder. Overall still satisfied with it. I looking forward to order tripod.
If you put the camera case in the bag when carrying the camera, the part will become bigger and lose its compactness. I don't really like the appearance that spreads out sideways, but I'm generally satisfied.
Pros: amazing quality material, both inside and outside. I used to a trip to South Africa, packing well one could easily fit one week of clothes. The zippers and buckles also great. The shoulder strap are really confortable. The great price for the quality.
Cons: the main zipper pull ripped on the first week of the travel, the material is very flimsy. The hand straps are very short to be used as a backpack strap. With all expertise of Peak Design in camera straps, I didnt understand why the hand straps are not size adjustable like the slide. The paddle could be adjusted with snap dots. With this, the backpack mode is not pratical.
This is it, I found the perfect duffel after years of searching. Thoughtfully designed in every aspect. Durable, comfortable, practical, and it looks great.
This is my go-to bag for weekend trips. It is a joy to use and can fit a surprising amount of stuff, without losing its shape or looking awkward. I use this bag with the Peak Design Packing Cubes and it actually makes you look forward to packing.
Fits perfectly in an overhead bin on flights. Well-made, intelligent design. I love this bag.
Best Duffel for Weekend Trips. Or Week Trips. Or Anything.
on January 10, 2020
Posted by: Andrew
This is the most versatile duffel I have ever purchased. I use it for weekend trips, week/long trips, and for the gym. Great value for the price, in my opinion. Peak Design always packs a huge amount of fantastic features into its products and this one maintains a beautiful aesthetic throughout use. Highly recommend.