The North Face Medium Base Camp Duffel - The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag – Medium: Made from a durable laminate material, The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag is a bomber of a bag. Amply resilient to be roughed around in-flight, or to be transported up a mountain via a yak, this is one burly duffel bag. This bag is Ideal for a long weekend trip lasting three or four days.
Fabric:
- Made from phthalate-free TPE fabric laminate and ballistic nylon for bombproof durability
- Rugged construction with extra bartacks and double stitching for extra reinforcement and improved durability.
- Constructed of water- and abrasion-resistant 1000-denier polyester with PVC-free thermoplastic elastomer coating to withstand the abuse of travel
Padding:
- Padded shoulder strap and 2 hand straps for easy carry
Insulation:
- Duffel-style handles and twin haul handles on ends provide carrying options and can be used for towing or tying down when traveling
- Four compression straps to secure contents and lash bag down when traveling.
Comfort:
- Shoulder straps provide comfortable, easy hauling as a backpack
Zippers:
- Main compartment features a D-shaped zippered opening for high visibility and easy access to the interior; internal mesh pockets enhance organization
- Locking zippers protect your possesions, locks sold separately; ID pocket on top ensures positive identification
- Locking zippers for security
- D-zip with zipper flap for visibility of entire bag contents.
Straps:
- Alpine-cut shoulder straps provide optional carrying method
- Four compression straps stabilize the contents for easy carry
Manufactured:
- Imported
Pockets:
- Two internal side pockets.
- ID pocket for labeling your bag
- ID pocket on top for permanent name tag storage.
Features:
- Large main compartment holds gear for multiple days
- Dual daisy chains along sides let you lash on extra gear or tie onto roof, boat or yak
- Separate internal mesh compartments help you organize your gear
- 24" x 15" x 15" (61 cm x 38 cm x 38 cm)
- Handles on each end let you grab bag from the side
- Resilient bag for all kinds of travel
- Commenting on the Base Camp duffel from The North Face, Backpacker April '09 said "... these indestructible carriers ... make short work of stowing and sorting all our junk."
- 4395cu in (72 L)
- Medium capacity of 4395 cu. in. (72 L): ideal storage for weekend or extended weekend trips lasting three to four days
eBags.com
Keep your travel or adventure gear neatly stowed in The North Face Base Camp Duffel. This sturdy and lightweight bag features rugged construction with extra bartacks and double stitching for added durability, and it has locking zippers and a top ID pocket. Its spacious, zippered main compartment offers enough room for your clothing and shoes, trail or camping gear, and anything else you need on your expedition, and it contains mesh pockets for keeping valuables safe and secure and for organizing and keeping handy small necessities. Four compression straps help you stabilize your load, and twin haul handles on both ends provide easy lifting. The The North Face Base Camp Duffel has Alpine-cut shoulder straps for your carrying comfort.PeterGlenn
The North Face Base Camp Duffel is a burly bag designed to take abuse. The fabric is durable, and it's reinforced in just about every place imaginable. This is the medium-sized duffel, so the main compartment provides enough room for multiple days worth or clothing or all of your ski gear. Internal mesh compartments help to keep your gear organized, and there's a padded shoulder strap for comfortable carry.
Zappos.com
There's no sweat fitting all your travel necessities when you tote the Base Camp Duffel - Medium from The North Face®.Ideal for weekend or extended trips lasting three to four days.
Spacious main compartment with D-zip opening and flap.
Zippered mesh pocket inside.
Dual haul straps for easy top carry.
allows for backpack-style carry.
Dual side haul handles.
help cinch down load.
Logo at sides and on shoulder straps.
80% polyester, 20% nylon.
Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS)
Whether it's roughed around in-flight or transported up a mountain via a yak, The North Face Base Camp is bomber expedition duffel bag. Medium capacity is 4395 cu. in. (72 L).REI
The Base Camp duffel from The North Face is a rugged, versatile hauler of all things adventure, offering just enough space for your basics.
Imported.
Average Price History:
| Access Type : | Top loading |
|---|---|
| Activity: | Multisport |
| Average Empty Weight: | 3 lbs 8 oz |
| Bag style: | Duffel |
| Bottom Width: | 22 in |
| Capacity: | 72L/ 4,393.71in³. |
| Carry-on Compatible: | No |
| Carry-on size: | No |
| Catalog Number: : | CT39-205530 |
| Checkpoint-friendly: | No |
| Depth: | 13 in |
| Dimensions: | M: 24" x 15" x 15" (61 cm x 38 cm x 38 cm) |
| Fabric: | Phthalate-free TPE fabric laminate, 840D Jr. ballistics nylon |
| Gear capacity (L): | 69 liters |
| Gear capacity (cu. in.): | 4,200 cubic inches |
| Handle Drop: | 13 in |
| Handle Length: | 26 in |
| Height: | 13 in |
| Hydration Compatible : | No |
| Laptop compartment: | No |
| Linear Inches: : | 54" |
| Material: : | Phthalate-free TPE fabric laminate, 840D Jr. ballistics nylon |
| Materials: | Phthalate-free TPE fabric laminate, 840D Jr. ballistics nylon. |
| Number of Pockets : | 3 |
| Number of exterior pockets: | 1 main compartment |
| Pack Fabric (Primary): | TPE fabric laminate, 840D jr. ballistic nylon |
| Padded Laptop Compartment: | No |
| SKU: : | ASTD |
| Size: : | Medium |
| Strap Drop: | 25 in |
| Strap Length: | 50 in |
| Style:: | ASTD |
| Type: | Duffels |
| Volume: | 4395 cubic inches (72 liters) |
| Warranty: : | Lifetime guarantee against defects in materials and workmanship |
| Weight: | M: 3 lbs 8 oz (1600 g) |
| Wheeled: | No |
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The North Face Medium Base Camp Duffel Reviews:
Positive Reviews:
Durable, multipurpose duffel
I'm not super outdoorsy, but I do travel a lot and this duffel has been a great bag to use for a variety of trips. The duffel is really durable and has held up to being checked luggage several times with barely a scratch.
The backpack straps are pretty comfortable and I had no problem carrying it as a backpack while traveling by train, walking to a hostel, and walking around the airport. Using it as a backpack leaves my hands free for my purse and other stuff.
When I checked it for a flight, it was stuffed full of mostly clothes and weighed about 25-30lbs when I put it on the scale at the airport, so well within the 50lb limit you usually have when flying. It easily accommodated 12 days of clothes and a few gifts for friends. On the way back, it accommodated the same clothes plus some souvenirs I picked up. I never tried to take it on as a carry on because I always had it stuffed too full, though I think it would be fine if you weren't stuffing it to the brim like I was.
I have not (yet) subjected it to a downpour, but it did fine with some drizzle. After walking in drizzle for about 15 minutes from Metro to hostel, there was no evidence of any water leakage in to the bag.
The zippers seem very durable, opened and closed easily, and have held up well to my over-stuffing tendencies. I don't think that they'll have problems any time soon.
The only downside is the lack of internal organization. There is one mesh pocket on the zipper flap, which is ok for holding a few things, but I agree with a couple of other posters that a couple of other pockets would be a nice addition. However, I've used packing cubes and some of my own little bags to separate things as needed.
Overall, this is a versatile and durable bag that's super handy to have. I only wish I would have gotten it sooner!
The backpack straps are pretty comfortable and I had no problem carrying it as a backpack while traveling by train, walking to a hostel, and walking around the airport. Using it as a backpack leaves my hands free for my purse and other stuff.
When I checked it for a flight, it was stuffed full of mostly clothes and weighed about 25-30lbs when I put it on the scale at the airport, so well within the 50lb limit you usually have when flying. It easily accommodated 12 days of clothes and a few gifts for friends. On the way back, it accommodated the same clothes plus some souvenirs I picked up. I never tried to take it on as a carry on because I always had it stuffed too full, though I think it would be fine if you weren't stuffing it to the brim like I was.
I have not (yet) subjected it to a downpour, but it did fine with some drizzle. After walking in drizzle for about 15 minutes from Metro to hostel, there was no evidence of any water leakage in to the bag.
The zippers seem very durable, opened and closed easily, and have held up well to my over-stuffing tendencies. I don't think that they'll have problems any time soon.
The only downside is the lack of internal organization. There is one mesh pocket on the zipper flap, which is ok for holding a few things, but I agree with a couple of other posters that a couple of other pockets would be a nice addition. However, I've used packing cubes and some of my own little bags to separate things as needed.
Overall, this is a versatile and durable bag that's super handy to have. I only wish I would have gotten it sooner!
Rugged! Reliable! Carry On!
I reviewed the large sized big brother to this bag and you can see my lengthy praise there. This one is just as tough but in a small easier to carry and even carry on capable bag.
I recently added the medium sized TNF Base Camp Duffel as a carry on option for luggage. I usually used the large as a checked bag but was getting tired of paying $25/each way for it. I had seen that the medium could be carried on-just do not stuff it too full.
The measurements work out to about 10" too much if you use the full bag. I packed a little lighter and then cinched down on the compression straps. Viola-carry on!
Now the revenue police...er I mean gate agents will likely want to make you "test" your bag in the luggage frame but both times it went in with just a slight push and they let me on.
Again, dont over stuff and do cinch it down.
I'll do this as my carry on from now on. Saves me $50 a flight -so it will pay for the bag in just 5 flight segments. It also saves me at least an hour per trip waiting for check bags to arrive from the plane. Finally since I have extra room I can fill it up and check it on the flight home if I picked up some extra gear or gifts on the trip.
All the TNF duffel toughness in a carry on. Love it!
I recently added the medium sized TNF Base Camp Duffel as a carry on option for luggage. I usually used the large as a checked bag but was getting tired of paying $25/each way for it. I had seen that the medium could be carried on-just do not stuff it too full.
The measurements work out to about 10" too much if you use the full bag. I packed a little lighter and then cinched down on the compression straps. Viola-carry on!
Now the revenue police...er I mean gate agents will likely want to make you "test" your bag in the luggage frame but both times it went in with just a slight push and they let me on.
Again, dont over stuff and do cinch it down.
I'll do this as my carry on from now on. Saves me $50 a flight -so it will pay for the bag in just 5 flight segments. It also saves me at least an hour per trip waiting for check bags to arrive from the plane. Finally since I have extra room I can fill it up and check it on the flight home if I picked up some extra gear or gifts on the trip.
All the TNF duffel toughness in a carry on. Love it!
Excellent All-Around Bag
I had wanted this bag for about a year. I had no idea just how versatile it would be until I actually had it & used it. (I bought the Medium size Yellow color bag). My wife & I load it up when heading out on the boat for the day, going to the beach, camping, climbing/bouldering, and use it for weekend & overnight trips frequently. My wife will occassionally load it on Sunday with her gym clothes, indoor lead climbing gear, iPad, extra clothes, food/groceries, extra SIGG bottles, and who knows what else - and she'll carry this all week without any fuss whatsoever. It doesn't seem to retain odors, so it can be used for a camp trip one weekend & a business trip the next. I bought the yellow color since I wanted it to be immediately identifiable, but they all seem to have this feature. Which is great when you're checking bags at the airport.
I have owned several other duffels from some of the larger/more prominent outdoor gear & travel manufacturers, but this is the best overall bag I have ever owned. Can't imagine I would have used anything BUT this when backpacking around Europe 8 years ago. I can now confidently repeat the line I have heard so many times regarding this bag: "If you spend time in the outdoors, you should own this bag". I am so glad I followed that advice.
I have owned several other duffels from some of the larger/more prominent outdoor gear & travel manufacturers, but this is the best overall bag I have ever owned. Can't imagine I would have used anything BUT this when backpacking around Europe 8 years ago. I can now confidently repeat the line I have heard so many times regarding this bag: "If you spend time in the outdoors, you should own this bag". I am so glad I followed that advice.
Forget the price. Buy it.
I'm a novice review writer; I don't do a lot of free advertising for specific products, but this duffel is worth a mention.
I've owned it for just a month, but for two weeks it was thoroughly tested on a trip through Ireland and the UK. It traveled by plane (works as a carry-on), train, and automobile, and was also walked around a lot in backpack mode (which was actually more comfortable than expected)... it shrugged off a good amount of rain on the trip as well; everything stayed dry.
I can't speak to the longevity of the product, but after living with it thus far, I can't see how it would let me down.
I CAN vouch for the perfection in design though: the bag has the features you need and want, where you want them, and nothing superfluous. Compression straps were a God-send, the daisy chains were handy, the handles were appropriately placed and comfortable, and the backpack straps aren't uncomfortable... it's obviously not a hiking backpack, but my companions' rain-soaked rolly luggage tipped over constantly on cobblestone streets while I just walked along.
The two-tone green looks sharp too.
If I had to include one con: there's only one interior mesh pocket on the lid (handy), where there's space for two additional smaller ones on the top and bottom ends (lengthwise). I'd buy another if you added those, North Face...
I've owned it for just a month, but for two weeks it was thoroughly tested on a trip through Ireland and the UK. It traveled by plane (works as a carry-on), train, and automobile, and was also walked around a lot in backpack mode (which was actually more comfortable than expected)... it shrugged off a good amount of rain on the trip as well; everything stayed dry.
I can't speak to the longevity of the product, but after living with it thus far, I can't see how it would let me down.
I CAN vouch for the perfection in design though: the bag has the features you need and want, where you want them, and nothing superfluous. Compression straps were a God-send, the daisy chains were handy, the handles were appropriately placed and comfortable, and the backpack straps aren't uncomfortable... it's obviously not a hiking backpack, but my companions' rain-soaked rolly luggage tipped over constantly on cobblestone streets while I just walked along.
The two-tone green looks sharp too.
If I had to include one con: there's only one interior mesh pocket on the lid (handy), where there's space for two additional smaller ones on the top and bottom ends (lengthwise). I'd buy another if you added those, North Face...
Terrific bags -- almost perfect
I have several of these bags. My sense is that they are somewhat larger than you might think from the descriptions. The shape makes then imminently stuffable (even over-stuffable). I've had the medium bag (big enough for a month of clothing) and the small bag (which I use for a large volume of underwater camera equipment) for several years, and I just bought the extra-small bag (which is not tiny, despite the name, and probably good as a weekend bag, or for specialized gear). The small bag, fully stuffed, fits in the overhead rack of a plane end in, so it makes a great carry-on bag. These bags are all built very well, and are tough. Great travel bags. Not a backpack, but reasonably comfortable with the backpack straps (must be packed carefully to provide padding and comfort). My only complaint is I wish NF would make them truly waterproof, not just water resistant (which they are) -- they should keep exactly the same design, but add waterproof zippers (while keeping the flaps) and factory-seal the seams. (I know they have a separate waterproof duffel, but the base camp duffel design is the best, and it deserves waterproof seams.) These two little changes would make a great bag perfect.
Squishy!
Ill keep this brief as others have summed up everything else in reviews above. Pros:
Bag is strong, Water resistant (only a few drops dripped in through the place where the two zippers meet during a HEAVY rain storm) Lots of latches and straps to attach waterbottles and other bags to. Back pack like straps. + everything you read above Cons:
Only ONE giant compartment no small zipper pouches for your wallets and such (there is a tiny net mesh on the inside but its fairly weak) Clearly this is a bag for the long travel. Miscellaneous:
Bag is squishy. Im not sure if this is a con or a pro? When the bag is less than half full, the bag will sink down and deflate to lay on top of your things. Not really a problem but it does look ugly in this state. You could also roll the bag up and stick it in a small messenger bag when there is nothing in it however.
No hard floor, I guess you could add some cardboard or whatever to make a hard floor for your bag
Bag is strong, Water resistant (only a few drops dripped in through the place where the two zippers meet during a HEAVY rain storm) Lots of latches and straps to attach waterbottles and other bags to. Back pack like straps. + everything you read above Cons:
Only ONE giant compartment no small zipper pouches for your wallets and such (there is a tiny net mesh on the inside but its fairly weak) Clearly this is a bag for the long travel. Miscellaneous:
Bag is squishy. Im not sure if this is a con or a pro? When the bag is less than half full, the bag will sink down and deflate to lay on top of your things. Not really a problem but it does look ugly in this state. You could also roll the bag up and stick it in a small messenger bag when there is nothing in it however.
No hard floor, I guess you could add some cardboard or whatever to make a hard floor for your bag
Excellent duffel
As part of my job, I spend half a year camping in remote tropical islands. Luggage selection is a major issue since it needs to be (1) sufficiently versatile to facilitate constant/efficient movement between vessels, RIBS, rocky shores and camping sites, and (2) rugged enough to withstand constant abuse, occasional water splashing and heavy loads. This legendary duffel performs nicely under such demands and collapses adequately for storage. Plus, if you need to transport lots of gear, the different colour options for multiple duffels make luggage organization very easy.
Though notably rugged, the surface is easily scratched by rocks and other rough surfaces. This damage is NOT structural, only aesthetical, so it hasn't been a problem for me, but could bother look-oriented buyers.
If you are struggling deciding between the Medium and the Large, fearing that the Large might be too big, my advice would be to go for the Medium, which is surprisingly roomier than one would expect.
Though notably rugged, the surface is easily scratched by rocks and other rough surfaces. This damage is NOT structural, only aesthetical, so it hasn't been a problem for me, but could bother look-oriented buyers.
If you are struggling deciding between the Medium and the Large, fearing that the Large might be too big, my advice would be to go for the Medium, which is surprisingly roomier than one would expect.
Great for overseas travel!
I use this bag as my main gear bag when doing medical volunteer trips to East Africa and Central America. It is very high quality, very tough, which is great as it ends up being crammed into dirty tight spaces, strapped onto the roof rack, put down on wet, dirty ground. I know my gear will stay clean and dry. It works great as a carry-on if not packed completely full, and should I need to check it, I know it can handle whatever the airline dishes out. Overall extremely pleased. I got the orange color. Just FYI, it is easier to find gear in the bag if the bag is a ligher color, as the inside of the bag is the same color as the outside of the bag. This is my second Base Camp duffel purchase - I also have the small which I use when I don't need a free standing mosquito net and supplemental food.
Bomber Duffel
This is a piece of gear that sadly, I will most likely never use to its fullest extent. It's a no-frills, large capacity, go anywhere, bomber duffel. As long as it's not packed to the gills, the size M is perfect if you're looking for a carry-on piece of luggage; it will fit end to end in an overhead compartment which makes it easy to store and retrieve. the coated interior of the bag lends itself to be used as a water/mud resistant gear transporter after some soggy days on the trail. For max capacity, load the thing up and don't worry about the zippers holding; the YKK's are about the width of your thumb. As for carrying, duffels aren't always the easiest maneuver when heavy, but the padded shoulder straps give you the option to throw the bag on your back and be on your way. Get the duffel, it's a lifetime piece of equipment.
Great travel bag
I know you all want to roll your 10 pound carry-on suitcases, but how about a 2 1/2 pound bag which gives you way more functional room to pack for your weekend or week long trip? The small and the medium are my travel luggages of choice, and even though I can't wheel it, it's a short walk through the terminal to wherever I need to take it. When fully packed, the MEDIUM exceeds carry on size, but if you don't stuff it, it will compress into the overhead compartment. The SMALL (currently not sold by Campmor) is actually a perfect carry-on size which allows you to maximize every cubic inch of space available.
The bag is.. indestructible. I own several Base Camp duffels in yellow and red color. I use it for transporting mountaineering gear for climbs and expeditions, week or weekend trips, and storage of my technical equipment.
The bag is.. indestructible. I own several Base Camp duffels in yellow and red color. I use it for transporting mountaineering gear for climbs and expeditions, week or weekend trips, and storage of my technical equipment.
Neutral Reviews:
Bag did not live up to name
Unfortunately this bag did not live up to it's name. I recently used this bag on an Everest Base Camp trek. At the end of the trip there were wear holes near the end seams. This bag was not abused or used improperly. Per the description it was ready for the back of a Yak. The North Face will not honor the repair under warranty. Yes, it is good duffel bag but for expedition use I would look else where.
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