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Dec 18, 2013 at 9:39 pm #1311180
Hello. I'm looking for a large volume lightweight duffel to use as an extra layer of protection when traveling with my Ohm. I use the duffel when I need or check my bag in with the bus company or airline.
I currently use the burly 20 oz (!) REI packable duffel (http://www.rei.com/product/787296/rei-pack-duffel-bag). This was purchased before I ever heard of BPL. It's a true bomber but I'm tired of the bulk and weight. It is the single heaviest item I carry when traveling, other than the pack itself.
Sea to summit makes a nice UL version (http://www.seatosummit.com/products/display/141) but it is smaller than the REI one. I'm not sure about the durability of the silnylon in this application, but I'm not too worried if it looks beat up, the bag just needs to provide some protection. I don't mind taping up tears over time.
Does anyone know of other options for a sub 10 oz large duffel?
Thanks.
Dec 18, 2013 at 9:43 pm #2055826I have one that is 8.2oz. Send me a PM if you are interested :)
Dec 18, 2013 at 9:59 pm #2055830Outdoor Products makes a lot of different sizes of duffel bags. Also, there are thin ones and thicker ones. That's what I used for the last time I needed to pack a backpack for the airline.
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Dec 18, 2013 at 10:42 pm #2055843Usually airlines can wrap your pack in stretch plastic material at the check in to protect it and other baggage. I've purchased cheap duffel's at the local thrift store before. Less than $5 and tossed it when I arrived at my destination (I wasn't flying back).
Dec 18, 2013 at 10:48 pm #2055845Good idea on the shrink wrap. Heavy duty food wrap can substitute, or a trash compactor bag and good packing tape.
We took a cooler to Maui to use in the car for picnicking and packed it like luggage and taped it up. The poor Hawaii agricultural inspectors had kittens until they saw it was just full of sandals and beach towels.
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