Struggling to pack light is a common challenge. I always find myself squeezing my overstuffed carry-on into the overhead compartment, or hastily tossing extra items into the backseat before a road trip.
When my family and I decided to relocate from Colorado to New Zealand for 4 months, I was anxious about fitting everything we needed into a few suitcases. The 2024 Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled 100L Duffel Bag came to my rescue.
From road trips in Illinois to skiing in Colorado and now on the South Island of New Zealand, this durable duffel with more than 11,000 miles of travel has proven to be almost perfect.
In summary: After extensive testing, I can confirm that the 2024 Black Hole Wheeled 100L Duffel Bag ($419) lives up to Patagonia’s high standards for durability and quality. This bag is sturdy, spacious enough for a family move, and convenient for both airport travel and weekend getaways. With sustainability benefits and improved wheels, the updated model launching in August is a fantastic choice despite minor weight and storage limitations.
If you’re looking for a smaller duffel or one without wheels, check out our recommendations for the Best Duffel Bags of 2024.
Editor’s note: The Black Hole 100L Duffel reviewed here will be available from August 2024. (Current version.) We will update this review with a link once it’s accessible.