Mystery Ranch Mission Duffel 40

Mystery Ranch started as a specialized pack company: military operators in foreign countries, hotshot wildland fire crews and hunters packing out 120lbs of elk meat over harsh terrain have all utilized the well-designed packs from Mystery Ranch.

As the brand gained popularity, the product line has expanded into luggage and travel products. Backpack duffels have become a staple in adventure luggage options, and Mystery Ranch created their version: the Mission Duffel. For this trip, I took along the carry-on 40L size.

This duffel has a twill-weave look that gives it style while the underside of the 1000D nylon fabric is TPU coated for a durable piece that is nearly awarded a technical rating, while also allowing you to look sharp while traveling.

A horseshoe-shaped zipper allows access to the meat of what you’ve packed. Two interior zipper pockets and two large zipper pockets on the flap all run the length of the pack, useful for storing cords and electronics. And two segmented portions accessed via zippers at each end offer separation of clothes or travel goods.