High-Capacity Luggage: 3 Rugged Long-Haulers
Dependable, long-hauling luggage is essential, whether checking a bag internationally or lugging half of your gear closet on a dream road trip. Not for everyday use, checkable bags earn their storage space in specific travel scenarios. These three tried-and-true travel bags are strong haulers, from North to South America, Europe and home again.
Fjallraven Duffel #6: Rugged rambling
Few foreign outdoor brands influence style in the States like Fjallraven. Chase cabs in NYC, powder in the Swiss Alps or foxes in Sweden with abrasion-fighting G-1000 canvas harnessed by dual, deployable straps. The tough exterior is military-inspired, though the leather-embellished design pays homage to understated European street style.
Best For: Extended stays that require varied apparel and gear
Granite Gear Cross Trek 32”: Rolling past adversity
What happens when it’s time to haul a djembe drum halfway across the country for an impromptu jam? You bust out the rolling security of this Granite Gear Cross Trek.
GG is known among adventurers for their bomber builds and nearly indestructible designs. Now, everyday explorers triumph with a burly roller that wheels smoothly well beyond airport terminal linoleum.
Best For: Multi-day travel, hauling heavy or irregularly shaped loads beyond paved surfaces
Thule 90L Chasm: Luggage, Thulefied
Thule’s jumping past vehicle racks to help out with anything and everything you haul. The Chasm duffel is your average large duffel, but Thulefied—meaning it’s more rugged, stylish and oriented to the outdoor market. Active Junky’s been lugging ski gear around Chile this summer, dealing with airports, cabs and general ski resort shenanigans. Not even a scratch (so far).
Best For: Every trip, regardless of destination
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