Patagonia Black Hole 60L Duffel

This is the perfect carry on bag. the 45L is a touch on the small side. I prefer the 90L for a weekend + trip, but this bag bridges the gap between the 45 and the 90. This bag is the perfect size for a carry on!

I got this bag for an upcoming multi-week trip to Chile where we will be using various modes of transportation through the country, and therefore shlepping our bags all over the place. I love the way this fits in backpack mode. I've taken a few small trips and carrying this fully-loaded through an airport was no big deal. I'm a smaller woman, and this fitting me well is amazing. It's deceptively roomy, the material is great, I love the color selections (it makes it easy if you need to pick yours out of the line-up at baggage claim), and I can tell this bag is going to last me for awhile. I have a large version of the North Face duffel and, for me, this is a better fit

It took me forever to figure out how to attach the shoulder straps, so I thought I'd drop a picture to help you out.

I use the bag for climbing gear. Hit me up with any other Patagonia questions!



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I was given this a gift, since I have destroyed a good amount of duffel bags while traveling. Took this to Puerto Rico and it held up like a champ. We ended up having to pack out all of our equipment in the middle of a rainstorm through roughly two miles of trails, while everyone else was struggling, I loaded the duffle on like a backpack and everything was nice and dry. I will say though that the water proofing is so good that if your gear is wet it will stay wet, if left closed. Also, this bag can double as a beer cooler and does a pretty decent job at it.

Got this for my husband and he's psyched. We have the 120L black holes for big ski trips, and we love them, so why change? Patagonia did a great job with the whole Black Hole line up. So far he's used it for transitioning from mountain biking to golf to dinner. Perfect size. Very durable, easy to clean and he loves the backpack straps and the interior mesh zip pockets.

This bag is the right size and has all the right characteristics for many aspects of outdoors activities. Although not totally waterproof, I use it in the drift boat to hold gear for a fly fishing trip where it's setting on the bottom of the boat subject to water and manages to keep gear dry. It's not too big to be stuffed in a location that is out of the way.
Works so well for short climbing outings especially with the ability to use the pack strap option. Holds rope and other necessary gear. As well opens up wide to allow clear view and access to gear.

I finally bought one of these just in time for a 2 week long vacation, and I really wish I'd bought it sooner. This bag is absolutely amazing! Not only is it durable, but it also fits perfectly into the overhead bins on most planes, and turns into a backpack for easy carrying. The inside storage on this is also really great, I used the inner load securing straps to organize my storage cubes, mesh pockets held my swimsuit and charging cords, and the inside/outside pocket was perfect for storing an extra layer for the plane. Looking forward to using this bag more in the future, and possibly even buying a second one.
Pros: roomy, has pockets, fits in overhead storage on planes, rectangular shape is great for stacking, easy to attach backpack straps, durable fabric
Cons: price- but honestly this bag is worth it

This bag is a the perfect size for a week long excursion, overnight trips, or a carry on. The only thing I wish they would add is a shoulder strap, the bag only has the ability to be carried in hand or like a backpack, not a messenger bag.

This bag is really comfortable to wear on your back when used as a backpack and it fits through the carry-on scanners at the airport.

I have been living out of this bag and my camping backpack and I could not speak more highly of this product. It took me a while to pull the trigger on purchasing it just because it is an investment for what seems like simply a duffle bag, but this thing is so much more than your traditional duffel! It is insanely durable and is nicely water resistant. It still looks practically brand new! Love the backpack attachments/straps! BUY THIS BAG.

Originally, I picked up the 45L Black Hole and decided it was way too small for my intended purpose, and after getting this one as a replacement I've decided that it's my perfect go-to weekender bag! In the two short months that I've owned this bag (I have the light grey / purple color combo, which also happens to be unique and cute) I've brought it on work trips, car camping adventures, and on airplanes as my carry-on bag for weekend trips. It's amazing. It fits perfectly in the overhead bin and the side handle makes it easy to pull down (especially as a short person) when you're rushing off the plane. It's awesome for car camping and fits into our jenga trunk packing situation far better than an unwieldy backpack. The backpack straps are a bit thin, but still convenient. I have also used one in a criss cross capacity as a makeshift shoulder strap that makes for easy carrying across the airport. They are a bit tricky to put on as mentioned in other reviews - you need to rotate and slide the plastic end piece into the D ring, then rotate again so it locks into place. All in all, this is an incredible, well constructed, versatile travel bag. My husband certainly doesn't need another bag but he's so jealous every time I whip this out that I will probably buy him one for his birthday so he stops whining about it.

This is a nice sized duffel for short trips, with minimal to moderate gear/clothing. A bit small for bigger, gear demanding adventures.

Durability is great. Shoulder straps are easy to use and comfortable. Minimal, but effective pocket.

I now have the 60L and the 90L Black Hole duffel and love both. Photo attached here is from a BC work trip and as you can see from the Black Hole stack, the duffel is a employee favorite!

I like that the 60L is a bit more compact than the 90L - much more of a weekend get away bag. It still can fit plenty of gear (frequently stuff my bike gear, clothing for weekend trips, computer bag, even groceries in) and it fits everything well.

Being that its water resistant, it holds up well in the snow and more wet conditions, though I haven't thoroughly used it outside of traveling and car camping in the dirt, though I plan on using it for ski season quite a bit this next year.

The straps make it easy for carry on and a stuffed 60L feels better on the back than even a 90L that isn't full.

All in all, if you're looking for a hefty duffel that you can count on for reliability, this is a great option with rad colors!

I have had my bag for over a year now and I absolutely love it. I purchased the 60L and have used it as my carry on on countless flights. The capacity is perfect for week long trips. The shoulder straps are super comfortable. If I don't have it crammed full of stuff it actually will fit under the seat in front of me on flights. I've also used it during the summer as a beach bag or when I go glamping with family. Best bag I've purchased and the price is very reasonable.

I've had this bag for almost a year now, and I use it constantly. I have tossed it and dropped it and had it on my back for countless adventures. I no longer need to check bags when going on trips, because I can use this bag as a carry-on, while also being able to pack everything I need for a weeklong trip. This bag has exceeded my expectations and is by far the best pack I have owned.

It's perfect for all my gear and clothes! Love all the pockets and how durable it is. The size is great for a week to two week trip. It can also be folded down and stuffed into the bag it comes with to save space

Reader's Digest Version: This bag is pretty stinkin' awesome. It's not a dry bag, so it won't safeguard your stuff from downpours or accidental swims in the river. However, it does feature an extremely durable and water-resistant exterior. And it's supposedly carry-on compatible, but I have yet to test that rumor (though I wouldn't doubt its legitimacy).

Non-Reader's Digest Version: To be honest, I've had the same carry on duffel bag since I was 7 or so. It was a pretty simple bag circa LL. Bean, and finally, after all this time, it finally had the radish this past year......Which is where the Black Hole 60L comes into play. I've now dubbed this bag Ye Olde Faithful's Replacement, and I speculate (based on Patagonia's bomber construction) that this bag will too be a Ye Olde Faithful.

The Black Hole material doesn't even bat an eye when it comes time to huck and haul, not to mention it happily withstands the often hasty-stuffing-into-the-back-of-my-car-among-precarious-objects sort of scenario. The water-resistant treatment has been especially helpful. That being said, the bag certainly isn't waterproof - so don't expect it to protect your stuff if you leave it out in the rain for extended periods of time or let it take a dip in the river.

The backpack straps are a really, really nice touch, and make transport a breeze. However (ha) they were a shade confusing to assemble at first. Despite this initial snafu, the straps actually stay put, which is a really nice feature and one that should be relatively self-evident, but you'd be surprised how frequent that kind of stuff occurs.

The two, internal zippered pockets are great, but if you need more storage options, I highly recommend checking out the Black Hole Cubes!

All in all, I highly recommend this bag to anyone who is looking for a hardy, versatile, and carry-on compatible duffel bag.

I gifted this to my father, and he loved it. I asked him about the details, this is what he said "I got the 60L Black Hole duffel just before leaving to Italy. As I have read, it is durable and will pass as a carry-on, taking one element of suspense out of international travel. I packed it efficiently and used all clothing by the end of the 10-day trip. There were several occasions we had to walk, up to about 2 kilometers, and for its intended use, it was fine. For a crossover bag, it worked fine, and looks like it will last for many trips."

I love this bag. I have it in the 90L and the 60L. They are both perfect for different uses. The 60L my go to for any kind of weekend trip, or flight because I can carry it on. The amount of gear or outfits that you can fit in this and then throw on your back as a backpack makes me feel like Mary Poppins. The backpack straps are incredible. They can be a tiny bit tricky to get on if it is your first duffel, I am happy to walk you through it. Let me know if you have any other questions.