Article by Peter Stuart
Cotopaxi Allpa 50L Duffel ($140)
Stats and Details:
50L (3052 cu in)
23 x 13 x 12 in (58 x 33 x 30 cm)
42 oz. (1200 g)
Light weight, durable 840D ballistic nylon paneling
Stowable duffel carry straps
Removable backpack harness
Large main compartment with zippered interior organization under flap
2 exterior accessory pockets for smaller items,
Key clip included in side pocket
Dirty laundry compartment at bottom with mesh organizer pocket
Dual grab handles on both ends
Okay, if you love the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel but would love some organization, pockets and a dirty laundry (or shoe) compartment, then the Allpa Duffel is for you. In the same family as the widely celebrated Allpa 42L travel pack, the Allpa Duffel trades off the more compartmentalized interior and clamshell opening for a simpler cavernous duffel. On the plus side it’s easy to pile stuff in without having to worry too much about organization. On a recent weeklong trip I managed to load my Allpa with clothes for 1 adult and 1 kid with room to spare.