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The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large
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The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large

Item # 764203

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For your next expedition, the huge Base Camp duffel from The North Face will haul an immense load over rugged terrain and through unpredictable weather.

  • Main compartment features a D-shaped zippered opening for high visibility and easy access to the interior; internal mesh pockets for organization
  • Duffel-style handles and twin haul handles on ends provide carrying options and can be used for towing or tying down when traveling
  • Shoulder straps with an alpine cut provide comfortable, easy hauling as a backpack
  • Four compression straps secure load and stabilize bag when traveling
  • Dual daisy chains along sides let you lash on extra gear or tie onto roof, boat or yak
  • Locking zippers protect your possesions, locks sold separately; ID pocket on top ensures positive identification
  • Constructed of water- and abrasion-resistant 1000-denier polyester with PVC-free thermoplastic elastomer coating to withstand the abuse of travel
  • Commenting on the Base Camp Duffel from The North Face, Backpacker April '09 said "... these indestructible carriers ... make short work of stowing and sorting all our junk."

Please note: The North Face products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

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Item 764203

The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large Specs

Specification

Description

Number of pockets1 main compartment
Average weight4 lbs. 15 oz.
Dimensions32 x 19 x 19 inches
Approximate volume9,070 cubic inches
MaterialPolyester

The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large Customer Reviews

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The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large
 
4.6

(based on 8 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Large capacity (7)
  • Durable (6)
  • Easy to transport (5)
  • Lightweight (4)

Cons

  • Heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Airline travel (5)
  • Camping (5)
  • Extended travel (5)
  • Backpacking (4)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (5)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Comfort driven (5)

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Mar

29

2008

(14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

A bag you can drag all over the world

By BRAKEFIELD

from The mountians of Asia

About Me Career

Pros

  • Easy To Access Items
  • Easy To Carry
  • Good Capacity
  • High Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Long Vacations

    Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

    I have had the XXL version of this bag for years. I have drug it over half the world using it to carry SCUBA gear and clothing. Prior to heading to Afghanistan I needed a second bag to carry equipment. I ordered this XL version North Face bag from REI. It is only slightly smaller than my XXL bag and has alot of room. The cinch straps can be used to take up the extra slack when its not full. This is a heavy duty bag and has held up better than any bag I have ever had. If you load it so heavy you cant carry it, it will hold up to being drug accross the airport floor. I like it alot!

    • Primary use:
    • Business

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (14 of 14 customers found this review helpful)

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    Jun

    19

    2008

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Extremely durable

    By ryan_roxx

    from St. Rose, IL

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Large Capacity
    • Lightweight

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Airline Travel
      • Extended Travel

      Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

      This is the most durable duffel on the market. Mine was thrown off a 100-ft cliff by a yak in Bhutan, and besides a few small scratch marks, it held up perfectly.

      I would say that the only down-side is that the XL bag is huge. Unless you have a lot to pack, a smaller size would probably be better.

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Minimalist

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jan

      5

      2009

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      I own 3 of these duffles.

      By jovigirl

      from Wappapello, MO

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy to Transport
      • Large Capacity
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Airline Travel
        • Backpacking
        • Camping
        • Extended Travel
        • Short Travel
        • Weekend Trips

        Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

        I've taken 2 of my duffles around the world into the Amazon of Peru and high altitudes of Nepal. I've had to unpack and repack daily while trekking in Nepal. These duffles were beaten, battered, strapped to yaks, endured extreme colds, snow, heat and rain. Never had problems with my gear getting damaged, soiled or wet. Matter of fact I'm ordering a smaller size duffle for local trips. Loved the backpack style straps and easy to adjust.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        29

        2009

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Weight

        By pokey69ucb

        from Emeryville, CA

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy to Transport
        • Large Capacity

        Cons

        • Heavy

        Best Uses

        • Airline Travel
        • Backpacking
        • Camping
        • Extended Travel
        • Short Travel

        Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

        This bag is the best. Very durable have traveled with it in snow, ice, tropic, wet and some of the worst conditions and it is still like new. The only draw backs is that the actual bag itself is a little heavy by itself and with strict digital airline scales you might have to pay extra to travel with it.

        • Gift:
        • No
        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        27

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Holds a lot, needs some work.

        By Jen D

        from Ankeny, IA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Large Capacity
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Camping
          • Extended Travel

          Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

          This item is great when you don't know what weather you will be experiencing, but the materials leave something to be desired. The first time it was used in airline travel the material ripped and rubbed off in a few spots. I have now had to send it in for service. Also the XL bag, when carried as a backpack, is difficult because the straps tend to twist around themselves making carrying uncomfortable and difficult. I'm glad I purchased this product, but I'll see how I feel after I get it back from repair.

          • Gift:
          • No
          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Comfort Driven

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Mar

          18

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Large enough to carry everything you nee

          By CodFos

          from Denver, CO

          About Me Professional Guide

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy to Transport
          • Large Capacity

          Cons

          • Heavy

          Best Uses

            Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

            Great for what ever your trip should require. Durable and lasts long. Gets heavy when packed to the brim.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            5

            2009

             
            5.0

            Top quality gear

            By JonathanS

            from Newbury Park, CA

            About Me Avid Adventurer

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Easy to Transport
            • Large Capacity
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Airline Travel
              • Backpacking
              • Camping
              • Extended Travel

              Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

              When you look at the other reviews for this bag you notice a certain pride of ownership, a desire to share miraculous tales of survival. These are the sorts of things you want to hear when choosing a piece of gear. This bag is so good that people are driven to brag about it.

              In my opinion, the quality of TNF products has declined in recent years as they changed focus to become more of a fashion-forward brand. Fortunately, this duffle survived the trendiness.

              I own 5 Base Camp duffels of varying sizes (3 of the XL's) and have taken them all over the world. My original 1999 bag still survives despite abuse by countless yaks, mules, horses, bus-top roof racks and airport handlers. They hold up. Period.

              Note, they are not waterproof. While they'll shed a light rain, a prolonged deluge will soak into the contents. Pack accordingly.

              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Comfort Driven

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Aug

              22

              2009

               
              5.0

              One tough bag

              By Boom ta Boom

              from Grand Portage MN

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Easy to Transport
              • Large Capacity

              Cons

              • Heavy

              Best Uses

              • Airline Travel
              • Backpacking
              • Camping
              • Weekend Trips

              Comments about The North Face Base Camp Duffel - X Large:

              This is one tough bag....as I was traveling to Tok Alaska at about 80 in the rain...I heard the dreaded thump-snap from the roof carrier, looked in my rear view to see my bright red "Fully loaded" bag doing endos down the highway and then into a ravine! After some reconnaissance we found it! Buckles and zipper in tack, some scuff marks for sure but the integrity of the bag just fine. It then traveled 200 miles down the Yukon river and then flew back home to Minnesota...cleaned up great....sporting her battle scars. thumbs up north face...the shoulder straps are great for hauling around the airport...my 16 year old daughter even managed a loaded bag!

              • Gift:
              • No
              • What Is Your Gear Style:
              • Comfort Driven

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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