Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 100L
In Stock • Bozeman, MT
Made for extended and gear-intensive travel, the Black Hole® Duffel 100L lives for rugged outings. It delivers the same legendary performance you expect from our Black Hole bags, but with a huge step toward impact reduction with 100% recycled body fabric, lining and webbing, and now a pioneering recycled TPU-film laminate with a sleek matte finish.
Description
Made for extended and gear-intensive travel, the Black Hole Duffel 100L lives for rugged outings. It delivers the same legendary performance Patagonia's Black Hole bags are known for, with a step toward reduced environmental impact: 100% recycled body fabric, lining, and webbing, plus a recycled TPU-film laminate with a sleek matte finish.
Padded, removable shoulder straps let you carry it like a backpack, and reinforced haul handles are built to withstand overzealous baggage handlers. A zippered side pocket doubles as self-contained storage when the duffel is empty, interior mesh lid pockets keep essentials organized, and a padded base protects contents from rough terrain and hard knocks. Burly daisy chains add lashing options for extra gear, and the bag snugly fits up to eight Black Hole Cubes - 14L for seamless packing.
Features
Extremely Durable, Weather-Resistant, 100% Recycled Fabric
Made with weather- and abrasion-resistant 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop with a matte, postindustrial recycled TPU-film laminate
Removable, Ergonomic Shoulder Straps
Padded, removable shoulder straps let you carry the Black Hole® Duffel like a backpack and can be detached when not in use; reinforced haul handles withstand overzealous baggage handlers
Accessible Internal Organization
A zippered side pocket can be reached from the outside or inside of the bag, and when empty, the duffel stuffs into the pocket for compact, self-contained storage; interior mesh lid pockets keep essentials organized and close at hand
Padded Base
Padded base protects the contents of the duffel from rough terrain and hard knocks
Burly Daisy Chains
Sturdy, reinforced exterior daisy chains provide myriad lashing options for extra gear
Pairs with Black Hole® Cubes
Snugly fits up to eight Black Hole® Cubes - 14L for seamless packing
Supporting the People Who Made This Product
Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory, which means the people who made this product earned a premium for their labor
Country of Origin
Made in Vietnam.
Weight
1,595 g (3 lbs 8 oz)
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 31.5" x 19.5" x 14.5" |
| Gear Capacity | 100 L (6,102 cu in) |
| Weight | 1,640 g (3 lb 9.9 oz) |
| Body Fabric | 14.1-oz 900-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop with a postindustrial recycled TPU-film laminate |
| Lining | 3-oz 200-denier 100% recycled polyester plain weave with a PU coating (bluesign® approved) |
| Webbing | 100% recycled nylon |
FAQ
Who Is the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 100L For?
The Black Hole Duffel 100L is for anglers who need maximum capacity for extended trips, cold-weather destinations, or gear-heavy travel. With 100 liters of space, it can handle waders, boots, clothing, packs, rain gear, and plenty of additional fishing equipment without requiring the organization or added weight of a large rolling bag.
It makes particular sense for longer trips to Alaska, Patagonia, steelhead destinations, and other fisheries where bulky layers and equipment take up substantially more room than they would on a tropical flats trip. For anglers who routinely struggle to fit everything into a 70L duffel, the 100L provides a meaningful jump in capacity.
Is the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 100L Carry-On Size?
No. The 100L is firmly a checked-luggage bag. Patagonia's current size guide lists it at approximately 29 x 15 x 13.4 inches, far exceeding normal airline carry-on limits.
For destination fishing, it pairs particularly well with a smaller carry-on containing reels, electronics, medications, travel documents, and other valuable or difficult-to-replace items.
How Much Can You Fit in the Black Hole Duffel 100L?
A lot. Patagonia says the 100L can fit up to eight 14L Black Hole Cubes, and describes the bag as intended for extended, gear-intensive travel.
For anglers, that capacity makes it realistic to pack waders, boots, multiple layers, rain gear, fishing packs, clothing, and other bulky equipment into a single checked bag. It's particularly useful for cold-weather fishing where insulation and outerwear quickly consume the space in smaller duffels.
Is the Patagonia Black Hole Duffel 100L Waterproof?
No. The Black Hole Duffel is weather resistant, not waterproof or submersible. Its 900-denier recycled polyester ripstop body and TPU-film laminate provide excellent resistance to rain, spray, abrasion, and wet surfaces, but the bag isn't designed to keep its contents dry during prolonged immersion.
Use a dedicated dry bag or waterproof case for electronics and anything else that absolutely needs to stay dry.
Can You Carry the Black Hole Duffel 100L Like a Backpack?
Yes. Padded, removable shoulder straps allow the 100L to be carried like a backpack, and reinforced haul handles provide additional carrying options.
The backpack straps are useful for lodge transfers, docks, gravel roads, and other places where wheels aren't particularly helpful. Keep in mind that 100 liters of gear can get very heavy; the backpack straps make short transfers easier, but this isn't something most anglers will want to carry long distances when fully loaded.
Is the Black Hole Duffel 100L Good for Fly Fishing Travel?
Yes, particularly for long or gear-intensive fishing trips. Its biggest advantages are capacity, relatively low empty weight, durability, and the ability to carry it without relying on wheels.
It's especially practical for trips involving waders, boots, cold-weather clothing, and multiple layers. For a warm-weather saltwater trip, 100 liters may be more space than most anglers need unless you're packing for an extended stay.
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