Expensive Duffel Bags

In March I'm planning on my first climbing trip where I'll be flying in and out. We'll also be camping so I'm bring quite a lot of stuff. I'm wondering if the Mountain Hardwear Camp 4 Duffels or Patagonia Black Hole etc etc are worth the money? If so does anyone have a specific brand recommendation? If not what do you use?

The Patagonia Block Hole is the industry standard for awesome duffel bags

This is what I use, no issues and cheaper.

https://www.eddiebauer.com/p/82300191/maximus-2.0-duffel-90l?sp=1&color=Onyx&size=ONE%20SIZE

I second the Black Hole, but  be aware than some airlines have reduced the maximum weight of checked bags to 40lbs.

This works well for me

https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/126206?productId=1819871&attrValue_0=Navy&sku=1000096016&pla1=0&qs=3155263&gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylJA9v-xJg3DAiv8BCNr1JPtppqTxRg-1pLykbpLaK-AMrckkTp5TCxoCa0MQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Black hole will treat you great but I will say I feel the north face duffle is the gold standard.  I also recommend the big angus duffles, they are well thoughtout and I really like my 80l

https://www.bigagnes.com/collections/luggage/products/big-joe?variant=43185503928569

I have both a 55L Black Hole and a 90L Camp 4 duffel. Both are great, the Black hole being a bit nicer overall, more weatherproof, and sturdier but at a higher price point. The Camp 4 gets the job done with a slightly worse carry system and a cheaper price. For just flying with gear I'd just pick your poison with either based on price. 

Highly recommend the MH Expedition if you can find one for cheap.

The build is top notch (also have a Black Hole). The collar can be folded over the bag to keep it open, which turns into a giant tub. Very convenient if you have to constantly get things in and out at base camp.

I’m a huge fan of military surplus duffels. Cheap and rugged

An example:
https://www.mcguirearmynavy.com/products/improved-transport-bag-used?variant=29417919905886&currency=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylBKBXN4tl3146uLr3dSE-IE6YH8Tb6LnwJ8fdmOUAP9i952dajSUvBoCvvsQAvD_BwE

I'll usually fly with a black hole duffel as one bag, then a top-load army surplus duffel with my backpacking/mountaineering pack stuffed inside (along with whatever else will fit). Protects the pack (straps/buckles/etc.) from baggage handling equipment, and doesn't look as enticing.

https://www.mcguirearmynavy.com/products/duffel-bag-1?variant=39561854386270

(not particularly endorsing that site, you can probably find them cheaper elsewhere)

Greg and Sawyer that’s so funny because I am not a fan of those duffels. Use them all the time and I feel like when they’re fully loaded the backpack straps are basically aesthetic. If you want something cheap to haul stuff absolutely but there are more comfortable and waterproof alternatives. They are bomber but not my first pick. 

I have and love a bunch of Black Holes. I also have a huge Marmot duffel that is really great. Model is the "Long Hauler." Mine is older and has compression straps that the current crop don't have.

Used an REI ‘big haul’ on my last expedition, it was excellent 

Just recently got some duffels from Rab. Pleased with them. 

TNF or Patagonia. MHW is nice, but Ive blown through them in >3yrs, where I still have ancient TNF and Patagonia ones that are holding up great with TNF edging out the Gonia.

I have a Rab duffel that’s been all over the world and has held up great.  It isn’t the plastic coated fabric so it’s significantly lighter = more gear in the bag for the flight 

$25 Just received mine. stoked. more like 100L. 

ozark trail from walmart

I like the Ortlieb duffle with zipper. 

+ Fully waterproof 

+ Easy to fully open.

- lack of handles

Might have something to do with miserable experiences when mine stuff being soaked in a water 'resistant' duffel.

I have been using Mountain Tools travel bags for decades and they have held up to many trips. Not too mention mule piss.

I like the big duffels with wheels.   I have a Black Hole duffel without wheels, but I tend to use my TNF or REI ones that have wheels.  Much easier when doing airport transfers.  

I’ve had a TNF duffel for about 12 years and it is covered in little rips to the surface fabric. None of them threaten the functionality of the bag yet, but I’m curious if this is standard across brands? I’m a little disappointed the fabric isn’t more durable, but then again I have used the bag a lot.