Duffel bags are the workhorse of the luggage world. Strong, durable, and flexible, they can swallow a ton of gear and minimise risk of bag damage. Baggage handlers are notoriously hard on bags, so why risk a hard-sided suitcase when a duffel bag has the durability and flexibility to last for years longer.
Duffel bags range in size from 40L weekender bags all the way to 120L expedition sized gear haulers. A number of the 30-40L options are sized to be comfortable for carry-on luggage, whilst the 50-70L bags are big enough to check in and carry a good amount of gear without getting too heavy. The biggest bags are for maximum gear stowage, and will likely exceed standard weight allowances when travelling, but will certainly make things simpler when you require bring all of the things.
Almost all duffel bags will be able to accommodate a pair of ski boots, and can be a great alternative to a dedicated ski boot bag. A fair few ski tr and some of the team at aussieskier prefer to travel with ski boots in a duffel bag as their carry on. If you are inclined to do so, it's worth looking out for duffel bags that can be converted to a backpack style carry.
If you're looking for more information about how to travel with your gear, and what size bag would suit your needs best, feel free to get in touch with the expert team at aussieskier.
