The 6 Best Travel Duffel Bags We Tested (2026)

This isn’t a true duffel bag so much as it is “the world’s first true wide-mouth packing system,” as Rooks calls it, but it’s a nice piece of equipment nonetheless from a company known for its modular gear carrying systems. It is no different from the folding version of Popular 70 liter storage containerthe duffel box starts out completely flat, but the sides pop out, and the patent-pending top rolls over to form a box that stays open on its own. There are no zippers in its construction, but there are numerous straps, panels and pockets, and you will likely need to watch YouTube video tutorial To take full advantage of all the features. However, the beauty of this bag is that it can be anything you want it to be. Long-term storage, luggage, gearbox, and even a backpack. Everything is possible with the included straps and spacers in the right places.

Over the past four months, my family has used it as a traditional duffel bag, a storage box, and currently as a portable equipment organizer for my son’s club soccer team. They have been stepped on, rained on, and thrown into carts and vehicle trunks, with not a scratch on the 105D nylon fabric. (Although it did get caught in a heavy downpour once, and I will say that I’m not sure I’d classify the fabric as fully waterproof — more like waterproof.) Lash points along the interior walls allow it to integrate with the Rux range of attachments and accessories. Packing bags (sold separately), where we currently stock pins and goalie gear.

The duffel box will officially go on sale on March 16 in two sizes, 55L and 75L; Pictured 55L. Note that the “Plus” version will include a removable universal shoulder strap, which attaches to the lash points on the outside, for an additional $25. —Kat Merck