Helly-Hansen Unisex Hh Duffel 2 Packable Bag with Optional Backpack Straps

Perfect size. Can carry on. And holds way more than it seems like it would. Small but mighty.

Best travel piece I've ever bought in my life, hands down. Fits same amount as regular rollerboard bag, but fits under a seat easily enough that you NEVER are asked to gate check it! Back pack straps are great for NYC and getting home via the subway without feeling like you're lugging luggage.

Helly Hansen is my go to brand.

Review for Helly Hansen Duffel Bag 2 30-Liter Black.Disclosure: This has been my main travel bag for almost a year now and it's seen two weeks in Australia and New Zealand, multiple flights back and forth between California and Texas, and many weekend trips. I have not used the previous version of the bag.3.75 starsPros:- Backpack straps are great and tuck away nicely (albeit just a little difficult)- Most straps are fairly rugged feeling- One large main compartment with an inner mesh pocket and one outer zippered pocket (perfect for my Kindle)- Very water resistant- Looks sharpCons:- Velcro stitching on the handle came undone during my trip abroad- Beefier thread and stitching would have been appreciated- Beefier zippers would have been nice- Could be a touch lighterOverall I really like this bag and have no plans to replace it. The 30 liter size was great for a minimalist two week trip and perfect for any shorter ones. The shape of the bag lends to fitting in almost any space in planes or cars. Unfortunately I really wish the quality of the stitching was up to par, because then it'd be a 4.5 star bag. However, a few dabs of super glue and the Velcro patch is now actually more secure than it was. I did have this bag stuffed to the max at 25 pounds when it happened. Under normal use I could see it lasting much longer.

Excellent gym bag, and a nice overnight bag.

This bag appears to have a very durable build, but only time will tell. The main compartment of the bag opens with its hinge on one of the short ends, unlike most gym duffels I've seen. I purchased this product in the 30L size to use as a personal or carry-on item on domestic flights within the US. This size was perfect to slide under the airline seats or fit into smaller plane's overhead storage.My only complaint would go against the bag's ability to be carried in backpack fashion. The shoulder straps feel a little stiff and the fixed hand-grips are really noticeable against your lower back. In their defense, the shoulder straps can be stowed away, in a dedicated compartment, which is not something the northface duffels do.