Osprey Transporter 65 Unisex Duffel Bag

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Finally, one large grab handle on each side are great for the duffel shuffle, and the backpack straps remove when not in use. The duffel is highly water-resistant thanks to the TPU coating that keeps your gear dry in most conditions, with reliable nylon that's strong enough to be thrown around in the back of a van or airport. The dual-sided zippers on the main section and the laptop compartment include holes where you can slide in a luggage lock, but the front admin panel does not have that feature. The bag’s exterior has a plasticky feel that is a bit slippery to grab, especially when we’re trying to zip an overstuffed compartment.

And if you’re looking for a bag in the 60-liter range or larger, know that when it gets full, it’s going to be heavy . What’s more, the main fabric is fairly robust (900D) and dirt-resistant, while the seamless bathtub base (1680D) will keep your gear dry even on wet ground. However, put your pack in a raft, saddle it to a mule, or strap it to the roof of your van, and you’ll wonder how you ever got by without them. Building off popular designs like the Patagonia Black Hole and TNF Basecamp, Black Diamond placed 5-millimeter closed cell foam into the Stonehauler’s walls to guard against sharp gear like ice tools and climbing cams (a nice touch, as our cams have dug a hole in the base of our Black Hole). With the help of thick waterproof fabrics, watertight zippers, and roll tops, these bags are designed to keep your gear dry on wet boat decks, in inclement weather, and during quick dunks in the water (the Osprey even has an IPX7 rating, meaning it'll keep water out when submerged in 1 meter of water for 30 minutes).

It’s surprisingly comfortable to carry the pack this way, given the capacity, and we think the ¾-inch thick padding has a lot to do with it. In terms of features and carrying comfort, you get a multitude of ways to grab and carry the duffel: The removable backpack straps are more comfortable and functional than most, and the bag comes with reinforced haul handles and webbing loops for carrying by hand. The major shortcomings of the Osprey Sojourn Shuttle are simply trade-offs inherent to the roller design. It’s worth noting that the manufacturers sometimes provide two numbers, which refer to the different panels (usually the highest number is the bottom of the bag that is exposed to the ground, whereas the lower number are the sides and top). Many models on this list are water-resistant—they can withstand wet ground and the occasional rain shower—but the Panga is fully waterproof.

It all adds up to one of the best values out there and a great duffel from a respected travel luggage company. This section has minimal padding, so a case or sleeve would not go amiss here for some added protection. These buckles help the top lid's rain flap stay in place better, to help protect the zipper from the elements. The rest of this brutally honest review will focus on the pros and the cons of the Osprey Transporter 95 so you can 100% know if this is the perfect bag for you. This duffel is purpose built for hard work, with water-resistant 840-denier ballistic nylon in the body and a burly 1000-denier base lined with foam for both structure and protection.The Transporter weighs slightly less than its other closest competitors, and it achieves that weight without any significant sacrifices in quality or functionality. A strong overall performer, a couple of nuances hold it back from the very top, such as a handful of buckles that must be released to access the main compartment, and an awkwardly-placed internal storage pocket that is somewhat difficult to access. If you're looking for the most comfortable backpack harness on a duffel bag, the Transporter is or top choice and would provide great value. From hydration packs, to travel luggage, waist packs to an incredible range of child carriers- Osprey has it all.

The lack of an over-the-shoulder strap is a bit of an inconvenience, but you do get a functional carry handle along with Osprey’s best-in-class backpack carry.

While you do get tuckaway backpack straps and one external pocket, it lacks the bells and whistles we see in much of the competition, including a U-shaped top zip and dirty-laundry compartment.