Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 70L vs The North Face Base Camp Duffel Large

The North Face Base Camp Large is the better pick for most travelers: 95 liters of space at roughly half the weight of the Patagonia, with a burlier 1000D body and ballistic nylon base. The Patagonia Black Hole 70L is the more compact, simpler bag and its recycled polyester build and weatherproof finish have a long, well-liked track record. Owners of both praise durability; the deciding factor is size and weight, not toughness.

• Choose the Patagonia Black Hole 70L if you want a smaller, lighter-to-pack duffel for weekend trips and checked-bag travel, and you prefer Patagonia's repair and resale support.
• Choose The North Face Base Camp Duffel Large if you need maximum capacity for expeditions, gear-heavy trips or family travel and want the lighter bag with a reinforced base.