Duffel bag The North Face Base Camp 42 L — Polyester with TPU, Black, 584×373×259 mm

The North Face Base Camp duffel bag 42 L in black is a medium-sized travel and sports bag made from polyester with thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) reinforcements. It offers multiple carry options — padded shoulder straps that unclip and hide behind the back panel convert the duffel into a backpack, while reinforced side handles keep the bag offset from the body for comfortable hand carry. The main compartment includes an adjustable, removable divider for flexible packing, and external and internal zip pockets provide secure storage for a 15" laptop and small essentials.

Advantages

Constructed with durable, water‑repellent recycled webbing, buckles and mesh, this duffel balances ruggedness and environmental considerations. Padded shoulder straps and a padded external laptop compartment protect gear in transit. Multiple secure-zip pockets, a daisy-chain webbing for external lash points and a water bottle pocket improve organisation and quick access while travelling.

Suitable for

• Weekend trips and short travels
• Gym and sports activities
• Commuting with a laptop (up to 15")
• Outdoor adventures where a robust, versatile duffel is needed

When it may not be suitable

This 42 L duffel is medium-sized and may be insufficient for long-term travel or for users who regularly pack bulky equipment. It is not designed as a specialised technical backpack for high‑mountain expeditions where frame support and heavier load‑carrying features are required.

Key specifications

• Capacity: 42 litres
• Materials: Polyester with TPU reinforcement
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions: Width 584 mm, Depth 373 mm, Height 259 mm
• Dedicated padded external 15" laptop compartment
• Adjustable/removable divider in main compartment
• Padded, clip‑away shoulder straps and side handles
• External daisy‑chain webbing and water bottle pocket
• Water‑repellent (DWR) finish

How to use

Pack items into the main compartment and position or remove the divider to suit your organisation needs. Use the padded external laptop compartment for a 15" laptop or tablet and store small valuables in the internal secure-zip pocket. Clip on the shoulder straps to carry as a backpack, or unclip and stow them behind the back panel to use the bag as a duffel. Use the side handles for hand carrying and the daisy‑chain webbing for attaching additional gear.

What to consider before purchase

• Confirm 42 L capacity meets your typical packing needs
• Check the external laptop compartment fits your device up to 15"
• Consider whether a medium duffel suits longer trips or bulky gear
• Assess whether water‑resistance (DWR) is sufficient for your travel conditions

Usage recommendations

For everyday travel and sports use, pack heavier items close to the centre of the bag, use the divider to separate clothing and gear, and secure fragile items in the padded laptop compartment. If you need to carry for extended periods, use the padded shoulder straps as a backpack to distribute weight more comfortably.