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Winner of Backpacker Magazine's Editor's Choice Gold Award 2009
The Base Camp Duffel is our classic bomber expedition duffel.
durable, well made, tough and big....
Looks great and works well as a backpack...
Best Duffel Bag I Have Ever Owned!
This bag has lived up to all the hype. Every traveler should own one.
F.A.B
What can I say about this iconic piece of kit. To a greater extent 'waterproof' but also robust. Great for packing into car boots/trunks where a rigid case will not do and can be carried as a rucksack/bergan when both hands are needed. All that and in a variety of colors too so you can pick one to go with your eyes ;-)
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durable, well made, tough and big....
Looks great and works well as a backpack...
Best Duffel Bag I Have Ever Owned!
This bag has lived up to all the hype. Every traveler should own one.
F.A.B
What can I say about this iconic piece of kit. To a greater extent 'waterproof' but also robust. Great for packing into car boots/trunks where a rigid case will not do and can be carried as a rucksack/bergan when both hands are needed. All that and in a variety of colors too so you can pick one to go with your eyes ;-)
Strong, durable & stylish
Love this bag - extremely strong, very thick outer PVC. Only reservation in the lack of internal compartments - there is 1 zippered pocket in the inside top & it could do with a couple of internal end pockets. Other than that it is fantastic. The white topo is very easy to identify at baggage claim.
Works Extremely Well For Us
I purchased a medium-sized bag in yellow for me and my wife's weekend travels, and so far (we've had the bag for about a year) it's worked extremely well for us. The medium-sized bag holds pretty much everything we travel with, including shoes, the wife's hairdryer and makeup bag, etc.—leaving only our hanging clothes outside the bag. I've used the bag for myself on a business trip, and it held everything, including my hanging clothes, I used for the entire trip.
We picked the yellow color to help easily identify it in airports (which we haven't flown with it yet), but it also works great when hunting for it in the dark at a campsite or in a darkened SUV.
Overall, we're completely satisfied in the quality of this rugged bag, and would definitely buy another should the need arise.
Awesome Bag!
Outstanding, durable bag ready for any adventure. I have used it on numerous camping trips to Joshua Tree and snowboarding excursions in Tahoe. The medium size fits just about everything.
Great Multi-use bag
My bag is primarily used for skiing, mountain biking and other outdoor recreation. However, I have also used it when traveling with our children -- I will throw their bags inside mine and be able to haul all our belongings in one large pack. If on the fence, I would definitely go with the XL as you can make smaller, if needed.
I love mine
I have a large North Face duffel that I take with me everywhere I go. It's bomb proof and just looks cool. The inside of the bag is a waterproof coating, the same as the outside of the bag, that keeps your other things dry if there is something damp in the bag with them (as long as it's not touching other things, obviously). The large version can hold enough clothes for 4 or 5 days or you can tighten the straps on the bag to securely hold what you need for a day or two. Only those who need some seriously huge luggage need apply for the XL version.
Awesome
I've owned the M, L and XL versions for over 5 years now...rugged, dependable and really the best duffel I've ever owned. Multiple uses from camping in Colorado, snowboarding in Tahoe, airline travel back/forth to Japan, flying all over the US in my plane and everything in between. Awesome.
The Pelican of duffle bags!!!!
I have worked all over the world and heavy pelican cases have been my luggage of choice. Now I have a lighter super tough replacement that I like much better!!!
Duffel is as advertized.
Bag is very well built and was delieverd quickly.
Great Bag
Very sturdy bag.
Great Bag
I have the XL duffel and it is great i can fit all my clothes and my ski clothes for college all in one duffel bag, this is what I was really looking for in a duffel bag.
Great Bag
This duffel is a superb example of what an expedition duffel should be. It is durable, holds a lot of gear, and is comfortable when using the shoulder straps. The mesh interior pocket is good for storing and locking up things while on the trail.
Only negative, is that because of it looks so durable some airlines tend to treat it with less respect.
Wonderful
Best price, rapid delivery. Can't beat these folks.
Have had several of these bags. Have taken them all over the world and they are still going strong. Also nice that they are easily found by airlines of developing countries that lose them.
Now, give them as graduation gifts. Always a hit
The BOMB!
This duffel is so simple yet has all the convenient features you could hope for. The shoulder/backpack straps makes for easy transport vs. awkwardly lugging it by your side, and the D-zip flap gives effortless access to everything inside. I have the XL, which isn't too big and the black topo is a fun way to spice up black luggage. The only way the bag could be better is if it had an internal pocket.
Top notch
After ordering this I bought an REI for a cheaper price thinking that I would just return this when it came in but one look at the bombproof material and construction in this bag, plus the little extras like shoulder straps and the extra compartment in the lid made me change my mind. This product is a keeper.
Probably the best bag ever
I've put this thing thru 5 years worth of steady airline travel and haven't had a tear or rip happen yet. (knock on wood). Great material, built tough.
Awesome Bag! Love it!
I purchased this as an addition to the Large duffel that I bought a while back. I really like the (medium)size for a weekender or carry-on. You can really cram a lot into it and its very durable/wipeable. With North Face, you really can't go wrong.
Awsome bag
Bought this bag for a cruise. It was great for bring back thoes little extras. Side straps to take up slack when needed. Water proof. Heavy duty material. Looks like me and this bag will be around for a good long while.
great bag
This bag works really well for someone who travels alot and has demanding requirements for hauling their gear. I have one that has been to the South Pole and back a couple of times, far into the wilds of Alaska and across country on the back of a motorcycle. They work great for a trip log too, a Sharpie records each trip I take on it. The opening allows for effective packing, it's comfortable to carry and extremely durable plus pretty waterproof. I give them as gifts to fellow adventure travelers.
Excellent duffel
I do a lot of sailing and you can't take hard luggage on a boat. So, the North Face duffel is excellent for that. I now own 3 different sizes of this duffel and love the shoulder straps. Makes it much easier to handle this bag - excellent quality just a little pricey.
North Face Duffle
The NF duffle was a graduation gift for an extreme nephew. I purchased him the large in yellow as you can’t loose it among a crowd. I purchased the medium black for my daughter who works for Red Bull and is a Professional Ski Instructor. I have the XL yellow that has been all over transporting diving gear, motorcycle trials gear and ski gear. The zippers are finally getting loser after 7 years; I expect this bag will last my life time. I have a picture of my 8 year old son zipped up in the bag. Maybe high end on the price scale, but this bag rocks & rocks!
it could be love.
Used it in Maine last weekend--seemed waterproof to me---no snow got in, kept it uncovered in the back of a pick-up for 500 miles some of it in a constant rain--stayed dry. Great size. I attached hiking poles and snowshoes to the bag. It could be love.
Large Base Camp Duffel
Excellent purchase. Just took it on a 5 day trip to Snowbird and it was perfect. It was a little tight with ski boots but did the job. The backpack was great for airport travel!
Fantastic
This bag is all you need. It is lightweight and collapses easily. The backpack straps make it easy to carry around. It's also really tough and lasts a lifetime.
Awsome !
Very large and durable. Already used it to travel by car to northern america and back by aircraft.
All-Star
This bag is so durable and great. I use it to travel...I use it to camp I use it to store stuff in my closet when I'm not out and about. By far one of the best duffle/backpacks on the market. I highly recommend also buying the smaller one to complete the set. Boys you will never use a suitcase again if you buy the set. Unless your wife makes the decisions.....which I won't touch on right now. Get your credit card out, you won't be disappointed!!!
I cant get too excited about a bag...
...but I bought this duffel in Cham and it does the job very well indeed. Very nice bit of kit
Perfect
Just do yourself a favor and by one. No need to re-write what everyone else has said, they are all correct. Just BUY ONE.
BASE CAMP DUFFLE
THE BAG IS SWEET, ONE OF THE BEST MADE PRODUCTS I HAVE SEEN IN A VERY LONG TIME. ZIPPER IS A LITTLE TOUGH BUT I AM STILL RBEAKING IT IN. WOULD RATHER HAVE IT THAT WAY AND BE MADE LIKE IT IS THAN ANY OTHER WAY. I HAVE NO, NO, NO COMPLAINTS. YOU WONT FIND A BETTER, MORE INDISTRUCTABLE DUFFLE.
Durable is the Name
Best duffel I have seen. Holds up to airport handling. Says it all.
Great Advertised!!
Plenty of room. Awesome bag. Easy to carry. Made it thru 6 airports no problem. carry straps help me move all my gear without a hitch. Only problem I found was, it was too easy to fit in extra stuff. Backpack trip into Colorado Wilderness was a snap. I read above advice about water proofness?? So,I packed everything in waterproof bags. Durable and reliable. It will carry whatever you need with ease. Great Buy!!
Roomy and easy to carry
I bought the XL and it is big enough for all my travels. The backpack straps make carrying a full load a breeze, and the bag is tough enough to withstand the not-so-gentle care meted out by airport baggage handlers.
North Face Quality & Functionality
What one would expect from the North Face. Very tough and durable, and comfortable to carry.
Ballistic
This bag is huge, it holds everything. It is incredibly tough, you could haul it up a wall. I like dragging it through airports.
simply great
It's an outstanding duffel... a great piece of luggage. Durable construction, great design (compression straps, backpack straps), monster zippers... it's "flippin sweet".
Excellent Product, even better service
I run a stock operation for a large national park. I tried to purchase these particular bags from another vendor and was pandered too. Altrec supplied the duffles fast and they are now traveling through the seirra's on mule back. Great Product.
Had to return the product
Love to review the product, but unfortunately had to return it. I will say that the shopping experience at Altrec is as good as I have ever had online. Very impressive!
Excellant
This bag is brilliant, very durable. I can can get loads of stuff in it.Being a woman, that's a lot of stuff. Its very easy to carry.Recommended to anyone for any type of travel.The first place I've taken it to is Ekateringburg, Russia-Siberia
Awesome piece of equipment
This bag is great for day trips out to the park/ beach/ or around town to pack all those just in case items. It's damn sharp looking too and gets more compliments then most of my wardrobe. Working outdoors you don't have to worry about a sudden change in the weather due to the bags waterproof properties
Strong as a horse!!!
A necessity for any traveller. Built to withstand the wears and tears of any camping/hiking trips. I've had mine for 2 years now and it's still my number 1 choice!
the best
this is the best duffel bag on the market ive found
excellent sizes weights and colours
strong material and nice big zips
survived the porters of kilimanjaro
This is an awesome bag. My only regret is that I bought 1 XL and 1 large, when really I should have just bought 2 XL--these duffels are HUGE but worth it, they took quite a beating on my various trips and the material is rugged, seams are strong. definitely recommend.
The Hummer of gear bags
I got this bag for a ski trip... wheelies and ski resorts are kina a bad thing. I go everything but the skis in this bag for a week of skiing, and it was even comfortable to wear on my back as a backpack. Well thought out straps / zippers... I'm quite happy
Better than your grandfather's duffel bag.
No problem finding this bag on the airport baggage claim. It's sticks out. You could carry it as a bag or wear it like a backpack...cool!
Excellent Product
This base camp duffel bag is incredibly useful for travel and storage purposes as well. It is very comfortable to carry and sits snugly in my house filled to capacity when not being moved around. It is also great for camping.
Just right!
I got this for my daughter to take to South Africa for a study abroad program. The size is just right for her to carry, while wheeling a rolling duffle.
Great hard wearing bag
Great hard wearing bag. Practical size and tough enough to withstand airport porters.
Great Bag!
I took this thing on a trip the day after I got it in the mail and it is amazing. Huge packing capacity and rugged construction make for what I consider to be the best duffel out there
GREAT PRODUCT, VERY CONFORTABLE TO DRIVE
I RECOMMEND THE DUFFEL BAG OF TNF. THE MATERIAL IS VERY STRONG, AND THE CAPACITY ENOUGH TO TRANSPORT HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE MOUNTAIN. A PRODUCT FOR ALL LIFE. AND THE ALTREC´S DELIVERY SERVICE VERY QUICK AND EFFICIENT (LESS 1 WEEK TO ARGENTINA).
Nice equipment
I just got back from a trip where I used the Northface Duffel and it worked spectacular. These bags are awesome. For clarification let me state a point: this bag is only water resistant NOT waterproof. I called Northface myself. In me being fussy, I would like to see the duffel waterproof but it is a really nice duffel. In addition, Altrec was running a sale on the XL Duffel’s recently as I paid only $107.97 (TOTAL) for my yellow duffel. That is a great price!
What can I say……….happy, you BET!
Very Durable Bag
I own the large and extra large North Face bags. Great bags to use when traveling. Great service at Altrec.Com.
Great
This will hold everything I need for my trip to Tibet. Since luggage is limited, this is great. I will let you know the durabilty when return.
Does it what it says! And then some!
I owned three duffle bags prior to the TNF bag - and now the others are redundant!
This bag has been to Africa, the Middle East and Asia and it's soon going to N. America. It has stood up to two years of abuse already - when I first bought it I packed the bag and decided to trample all over it - just to see!!
I have no complaints about the bag, a little pricey but well worth it!
Trust me you won't regret it!
FABULOSO
Excelente bolso no solo por su gran capacidad de carga, sino por la calidad de sus materiales, el diseño, los detalles. Sin dudas uno de los mejores del mercado en su segmento. 100% recomendable.
Big Bag !!
This is my second TNF Duffel (L and XL) and all I can say is that this one packs ALL your week long (or more) stuff. Has great color & design, has many alternatives of handlind it, carrying it or towing it, rugged material, weatherproof, etc. One of my best TNF accquirements. Took it to a 10 day trip into Patagonia and no matter dust or rain , it kept all my belongings as they were at my closet back home. A little pricey but it sure is worth the extra cash.
Bomb Proof
This is an awsome duffel...Bomb proof construction. I really like the shoulder straps that let you carry it like a backpack.
Holds everything (including the kitchen sink)
I’ve wanted this bag for a long time and finally broke down and purchased it. It holds everything you need for a 3-month expedition to a long weekend multi-sport adventure. It’s great!!!
Simply the Best
These bags are the most utilitarian around. Tough, durable and totally versatile with more volume than you can shake a stick at, there is no need to own anything else - I have three! Mine have been pretty much everywhere and taken some real punishment. From the plains of Kenya to the heights of Colorado - they have even survived French baggage handlers!
What more can I say?
Simply The Best
This bag handles everything mother nature can throw at it. I've taken it from a freezing -40 in Antarctica to +40 in India during the height of the monsoon. You just can't beat it. Its North Face or nothing for me.
Quality bag
This bag is HUGE. I'll be honest I didn't buy it for purposes of backpacking or adventure travel--just a weekend trip to San Francisco this upcoming spring (how adventurous it turns out to be I don't know). The quality is wonderful, typical of what you'd expect from The North Face. To give a rough estimate of how big this XL bag actually is, lets just say its big enough to fit one petite roommate's girlfriend in (amazing what young people at a party where there are a few drinks, will do).
Great bag!
Can't go wrong with this bag! I looked at many duffel bags before settling down for this one. The shoulder straps are particularly useful.
Base Camp Duffel Bag
These bags are the BEST ever!!! I use them all the time!! They are great for storing gear: separate winter from summer in two separate ones and hardware goes in another. When I prepare for a climb, I take from each bag what I need and put the items in other Base Camp Duffel Bags that goes with me on the climb. They are easy to carry. Hey, it doesn't get any better than this!!!
What a bag!!!
The best bag I ever owned! It's perfect for my trips to the mountain; all my gear fits in it. Snow & rain, this bag can handle it. The best thing is that you can carry it as a backpack.
Hip, Functional, and Roomy
This Finest duffel bag I've ever owned. I invested some serious time into shopping around for the perfect bag, and feel confident about the choice I made with this one. The North Face logo makes it easy to find when looking for your luggage at the airports. The material is durable, and it can even be cleaned with a damp cloth if it gets dirty. This is the definitive bag to own for the authentic brand-conscious traveler! Highly Recommended.
...simply The Best
I own the whole set of these; perfect for all kinds of expeditions--from the Andes to the Inlaws.
Great large duffel
The North Face Base Camp duffel bag is of excellent quality. It's waterproof coating and easy zipper access make it a very versital and durable duffel. I bought both the large and extra large and like them both.
Great Bag!!
This bag is very durable. I would recommend it to anyone who needs to pack alot of gear and doesn't want to worry about what's inside.
Thats a big bag!
I have the Neo KT 1800 material version and it is tough stuff, not sure much tougher the PVC version is. Huge storage area, plenty of room for trips overseas. Only complaints is more compartments inside and out would be good but nevertheless a great duffle.
I'm picky and it's a GREAT bag!
I’ve had this bag for a couple of years and, man, is it tough! I’m really a picky gear consumer and have been completely happy with this purchase and truly expect to have it 20 years from now. If I could change anything? Well, I’d have a brightly colored interior so I could find stuff in it. (Mine’s black, and a bit of a black hole at dusk.) And I’d add additional mesh sections at the ends. (There’s one mesh area in the lid.) The big North Face logo is a little conspicuous and could encourage airport theft. Backpack straps on it rock and the built-in luggage tag is nice and streamlined. Go for it; you won’t be sorry
Tough
This bag has travelled with me across Africa, Europe, USA and Central America. Carried by me on my back, by porters on top their head, in expedition vehicles, Land Rovers, on the back of trucks and on bus roof-racks. It has survived aircraft loaders, Kilimanjaro porters, and a spill in the Okavango swamps. It is indestructible.
Great Bag
Very huge duffel bag. Holds everything i need and then some
Good handles and nearly waterproof.
Great bag. Handles in the right location for picking up when loaded and, almost as important, this bag is nearly waterproof.
awesome
This is the greatest bag. I have recieved it and given it as a graduation gift. Every college student needs this bag for travels, weekends at home and even to carry laundry. It can be used and abused and still remain great looking and good as new.
Anemone Green, Black Topo, Black/ Black, Bomber Blue, Citronelle Green, Mandrake Green, Oxidant Orange, Pop Pink, TNF Red/ Black, TNF Yellow/ Black, White and White Topo. Available sizes, while supplies last, include size small, size medium, size large and size extra large: s, m, l, xl.
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