Duffels

The main difference is their intended use, the Base Camp is a heavy-duty expedition bag, while the Base Camp Voyager is a lightweight, organised travel bag.

The Base Camp features a simple, 'open bucket' design with a heavy-duty 1000D fabric and is the best choice for hauling bulky gear in harsh environments. The Voyager duffel has been reimagined for modern travel. It is made from a lighter-weight, more flexible fabric and includes travel-specific features like a padded laptop sleeve, an internal divider for organisation, and stowable shoulder straps.

Choose the Base Camp if you need an heavy duty bag for heavy gear and rugged conditions. Choose the Voyager if you want a lighter, more organised bag for 'one-bag' travel and city adventures.

The duffel bag size you'll need for a week depends on what you need to carry with you. If you're travelling light, a 32L bag should suffice, but if you need to take equipment or supplies with you, a larger 62L bag is more appropriate. Many travellers choose a 62L duffel like The North Face Base Camp or Voyager when packing for a week‑long trip.

Yes, a 32L duffel like The North Face Base Camp Extra Small size is specifically designed to be cabin friendly with most airlines. With dimensions of approximately 28 cm x 46 cm x 28 cm, it fits comfortably into the overhead bins of most major carriers such as British Airways, EasyJet, and most US-based airlines. To be sure, always check the dimensions with your carrier.

Yes, a 50L duffel, like The North Face Base Camp Small, is cabin friendly with most airlines. With dimensions of approximately 33 cm x 53 cm x 33 cm, it should fit into the overhead bins of most major carriers such as British Airways, Ryanair, and most US-based airlines. If fully packed, the bag may exceeled the depth or length limits on stricter airlines. To be sure, always check the dimensions with your carrier.

The North Face duffels are highly water-resistant thanks to the TPU-laminated fabric and DWR finish, which will protect your gear from rain. However, the seams and zippers are not waterproof, so the duffel should not be submerged.