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There are noads on this site, and I do not do sponsored reviews or take payments frommanufacturers. However this post may contain affiliate links, meaning if youclick on a link, we may receive a small commission, at no cost to you. Please, thankyou for your support! Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 45L ReviewCost: $119.00Capacity: 45 litersDimensions: 19″ x 10″ x 10.3″ (48 x 25 x 26 cm)Style: Duffel bag, convertible backpack strapsWeight: 1.69 lbs.
(0.77 kg)Laptop: NoMaterials: 900 denier polyester ripstop, TPU laminate, DWR finishOrigin: Manufactured in VietnamEvery time I pick up a Patagonia bag I’m impressed. Their packs are so solid, and the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 45L is no exception.
It’s an awesome little travel duffel made from super sturdy fabric and hardware. It’s lightweight, well made, durable, and minimalist. If that’s what you’re looking for, this is an awesome choice.Materials, Colors, and Size Material Waterproof Material On Black Hole DuffelI tend to advocate for bags that are made from nylon overpolyester on this site. Pound for pound, nylon is stronger than polyester forthe same denier (weight), however it absorbs moisture better and degradesfaster in UV light.
This where a good laminate or coating makes a hugedifference.The Black Hole Duffel uses a TPU laminate, as opposed to abag like the which uses a PU coating. Laminates bindto fabric better than coatings, and tend to hold up better over time. This packalso uses a DWR (durable water repellent) finish, which increases itswater-proofness even more.This duffel bag combines a thick 900 denier ripstoppolyester, with a TPU laminate, and DWR finish. This gives you a very thick, sturdy,rubberized material with great abrasion resistance, tear strength, and waterresistance. Much stronger than a non-treated nylon pack with similar weightfabric.
Hardware Main Non-Locking Zipper Can Be Secured With A CarabinerLarge #10 non-locking YKK zipper on main U-opening and asmaller #8 on the front pocket. The main compartment doesn’t have a lockingmechanism, however can easily use a to secure the zippers together. You can technically getinto the main compartment front pocket, however it would be difficult toaccess. Size and Color In Your Face PATAGONIA BrandingFor some reason manufacturers can’t keep duffel bags withinstandard carry on dimensions. Like some other duffel bags I’ve looked at (eg., )also just outside the standard 22”x14”x9” minimums, which makes it hard to knowif they will fit in the overhead. This duffel is soft sided with a smallprofile, so you shouldn’t have any problem. Just don’t over-pack it.
Vibrant Color Choices Including This Dolomite BlueThe Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag comes in a rainbow of colors. They may be considered either charming and vibrant, or loud obnoxious depending on your view. I have the Dolomite Blue, a lovely bright steel hue, adorned with a bright PATAGONIA front label. Love em or not, your gear will not be mistaken for another brand. If you prefer to fly under the radar, pick up the bag in Black, it’s not quite as loud. External Components External Organization Front Slash Pocket For Small ItemsYou have limited external organization on the Black HoleDuffel. But this is a duffel right?
We don’t ask for much. The bag does haveone where it counts though. One large front access slash pocket. Actually it’sthe packable pocket in reverse. It’s a LARGE capacity pouch for easy accessitems, like passport electronics etc. Compression Straps / Buckles The Empty Duffel Bag Stands On Its OwnNope. But the fabric is STURDY.
This thing can stand upempty on its own like a cored-out watermelon (I don’t understand this referenceeither). Trick all your friends into thinking you’re carrying a big pile ofexpensive travel goodies, when in fact you’re just toting around the paperstuffing that came with the bag. Water Bottle Pocket Attach A Water Bottle To The Daisy ChainsAgain, no. Remember that time we did a review on aminimalist duffel bag? Yeah, that’s still happening. This one doesn’t have awater bottle pocket either. BUT, this thing is big enough so you can put oneinside.
Or if you’re a rebel with with a penchant for outside attachments,attach a to the exterior daisy chains. WaterproofnessThe TPU laminated ripstop is a waterproof fabric, but thebag as a whole is not. At least not completely. The Patagonia Black Hole Duffellacks waterproof zippers, as well as sealed seams. Which makes it waterresistant.
But for most people in normal situations, this bag will keep yourgear dry. Just avoid torrential downpours and don’t use your bag as afloatation device and you’ll be fine. Carry Options Backpack straps Removable Backpack Straps On Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 45LThese are sturdy and comfortable, a great way to carrythe duffel. They are detachable from the bottom with side-release buckles, andfrom the top with a D-ring buckle attachment. They stay in place pretty well,and don’t come loose on their own like I had happen with the. One downside to the straps, no dedicated stashpocket.Like the similar,the backpack back is unadorned. A rubberized ripstop fabric greets your sweatyback making this pack uncomfortable to carry for long distances.
There is alsoa complete lack of padding and ventilation channels. Be careful what you put inthe interior mesh pockets, as they might soon be poking into your back as youwalk. Shoulder Strap The Black Hole Duffel Has No Shoulder Sling Strap!By far the biggest complaint I see from other users aboutthe bag is the lack of shoulder strap.
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The previous version of the Black HoleDuffel came with one, but this newer version does not. Frankly it’s aninexcusable oversight. You really need a shoulder strap for this duffel bag. Top and Side Handles Comfortable Top And Side Carry HandlesThe top handles are simple, comfortable, and fantastic. Twosturdy nylon webbing straps come together on top of the bag, and connect with alightly padded button fabric handle. The side handles are sturdy, but unadornedwith padding.
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It’s comprised of one folded over nylon webbing strap, with athinner strap sewn to it. So basically the thickness of 3 nylon webbing straps.Interior Components and Design Packing Style Spacious Interior CompartmentThe Patagonia Black Hole Duffel opens with a large U-zipopening.
It has one large capacity pocket that can be easily packed withpacking cubes, or just throw in your loose gear. That’s the fun of duffel bags,right? If you want packing cubes, these medium work great with this pack. Interior Organization Small Zippered Mesh Pockets Under The LidNo internal compartments, slidey zipper things, ororganizational separators here.
But they are nice enough to attach 2 small meshpockets to the underside of the lid. They’re pretty small and will press upagainst your back in backpack mode, so don’t expect to use these for anythingbulky (or sharp). Laptop Compartment Use A Padded Laptop Sleeve, This Is My 15″ ToshibaYou won’t find a dedicated laptop compartment in the BlackHole Duffel. But it’s big enough to fit most any laptop, the bottom dimensionsare 19”x10.3” and my 15” laptop fit 15”x10.5” and it fits with plenty of roomto spare.
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There is a small amount of padding on the bottom of the bag, butstill I would use a laptop sleeve if you have one Packing The Duffel Bag Fully Packed Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 45LI packed the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag with my usual gear list. Click the drop-down below to bring it up. Everything fit in fine, this bag is spacious and easy to pack.
Again, one of the reasons why I like duffel bags. It’s just so straightforward.
I tend to lose things in the bottom when I don’t use packing cubes, they really help stay organized with open compartment duffels like this. Click here for a drop down packing list for the REI Ruckpack 40. This is what I packed for this demo, for a.