I travel more these days, which has led me to an endeavor to upgrade my current duffel bag.
Vertx has a way of making mission-driven bags while still leaning heavily toward the gray man category.
Duffel or Duffle?
The Vertx RLT 50L Duffel Bag sits packed and ready for departure, displaying its impressive 50-liter capacity. Its versatile design allows for storage in airplane overhead compartments.
A point of spelling should be addressed before anyone runs to the comment section about this.
The correct spelling of the term is duffel.
We use it as well.
This U.S. Army soldier arrives in Uganda during Operation Support Hope in 1994. He carries much of his gear across his shoulders in a U.S.G.I. duffel bag. Image: NARA
It is a 50-liter duffel.
This is truly beneficial for the frequent flyers out there.
The bag weighs in at a total of 2.9 lbs., making the bag itself quite lightweight.
The Vertx RLT 50L Duffel Bag reveals its impressive capacity when packed for an outdoor adventure trip.
The PU coating is polyurethane, providing several benefits including notable durability.
It is also easier to clean.
Most notably, it is water-resistant.
The bag’s design includes durable nylon webbing handles positioned for accessibility from any angle.
In fact, the RLT duffel will keep contents dry in most normal wet conditions.
It served extremely well for me as a large range bag to dump gear into for range trips.
you could also easily fit in a plate carrier or chest rig, and a duty belt.
Springfield Armory pistols rest atop the closed Vertx RLT 50L Duffel Bag to provide perspective on its exterior dimensions.
you’re able to really rinse and repeat this idea to fit any outdoor activity.
These bags are built for adventure, whether thats your next commercial flight or traversing off the beaten path.
Not to worry, Vertx worked in some trickery with the side zip pouches.
The author demonstrates the Vertx RLT 50L Duffel Bag’s backpack carrying configuration during field evaluation.
As a result, they can still zip closed with the revealed handles in use.
Basically, this bag can be comfortably carried in a variety of convenient ways.
The interior being made light grey is an intentional decision.
This carrying method utilizes the bag’s durable side handle, providing comfortable transport for shorter distances while keeping the bag readily accessible.
At another end is a sewn-in Vertx abrasion-resistant translucent mesh pocket with YKK zippers.
Again, this aids in the retrieval of items from the bag.
Maybe it should be yours as well?
Converting the Vertx RLT 50L Duffel to backpack mode requires connecting the included padded shoulder straps to reinforced attachment points. This straightforward process takes under a minute.
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This real-world testing scenario reflects how this duffel integrates into normal travel routines, offering convenience without drawing unnecessary attention.
