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Patagonia Black Hole Duffle 90 - 5500cu in
June 22, 2009
Not a chance, these are really big bags. Of course, if you pack it half full and strap it down, maybe, but this bag was meant to be what it's called -- a black hole for ALL your gear.
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The North Face Base Camp Duffel Bag - 250 - 9070cu in
April 20, 2009
Has anyone carried this bag as a backpack very far? Is it comfortable? Is there a different model/brand duffel that is comfortable to carry as a backpack, say 1/4mi?
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Patagonia Black Hole Duffle 110 - 6700cu in
April 20, 2009
Highly unlikely. The max for a carry-on is about 2600cu/in (Patagonia's Maximum Legal Carry-on -- and that one won't work if you stuff it). This is 6700, so if you packed it less than half-full then compressed it with straps it might work. But if you want a bag to carry on frequently, this is not your guy.
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Mountainsmith Modular Hauler System Plus
January 19, 2009
The cubes are made of a plastic coated nylon, so they would handle a splash or drizzle, but they are generally not waterproof. There is a dry cube that is like a drybag -- totally waterproof, and a cooler cube that has a waterproof liner as well.
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Fi'zi:k Blin:K-Blinking ICS Tail Light
October 15, 2008
It will only work on fizik saddles because it requires the socket under the seat to snap in to.
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CW-X Pro Tights - Men's
August 28, 2008
the cw-x "ventilator" tights might be a better bet -- they're made to provide similar support, but designed for hot weather.
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