$250.00

Our most robust duffel bags, the Explorers are built to handle heavy loads.
CarryOn - 51LSmall - 28LMedium - 63LLarge - 102L
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Description

Tough, wide, web handles go around the circumference of the bag. There's a dust flap over the main zipper to protect the opening and keep contents dry. A roomy pocket on the side closes with a leather strap and brass post. There's a grab handle on one end and a low profile zip pocket on the other. Four sizes make up the Explorer line –the small is neat and trim for just the basics, sized like a gym bag. The CarryOn is a weekend bag that is compliant to bring on board commercial airlines. The Medium is bigger, a handy gear bag for the outdoors. The Large Explorer lives up to its name. It begins to approach the scale of a hockey bag. It can carry a LOT.


Features & Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZES:
No. 702 - Small: 9.5in H x 19in W x 9.5in D, approx. 28L
No. 703 - Carry-on: 13in H x 20in W x 12in D, approx. 51L
No. 701 - Medium: 13in H x 24.5in W x 12in D, approx. 63L
No. 700 - Large: 15in H x 31.5in W x 12in D, approx. 102L

WEIGHT:
No. 702 - Small: 3lbs
No. 703 - Carry-on: 3.6lbs
No. 701 - Medium: 4lbs
No. 700 - Large: 4.8lbs

POCKETS: 1 external front pocket with leather strap closure, 1 zippered pocket on end of bag.

SHOULDER STRAP: 2in cotton web, adjustable slide, snap hooks.

HANDLES: 2in cotton web with leather handle cover, web grab handle on end of bag.

BASE: Double layer canvas

MATERIALS: 18 oz. waxed canvas, premium leather, solid brass hardware.

Sustainability

When you invest in a Frost River made-in-the USA item, you’re not just getting gear that’s handcrafted and locally-made, you’re getting a piece made with intent. 
  • Lifetime Guarantee and robust repair program to keep your Frost River gear going for years to come.
  • Premium Materials sourced from businesses that have sustainability in mind.
  • Solar-Powered Manufacturing facility allowing us to craft Frost River goods with clean, renewable energy.
  • Investments in Technology that ensure the highest yield of our materials is consumed.
  • Made in USA

  • 30 - Day return

  • Secured payment

  • Quality Assurance

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We've got your back

  • Made In USA

    Duluth, Minnesota

  • Lifetime Guarantee

    Build to Last

  • Handcrafted

    Heritage Goods

  • Premium Materials

    Raw Reliability

The Explorer Duffels are all built from waxed canvas, premium leather, and solid brass hardware at Frost River in Duluth Minnesota.

SPECIFICATIONS:

SIZES:
No. 702 - Small: 9.5in H x 19in W x 9.5in D, approx. 28L
No. 703 - Carry-on: 13in H x 20in W x 12in D, approx. 51L
No. 701 - Medium: 13in H x 24.5in W x 12in D, approx. 63L
No. 700 - Large: 15in H x 31.5in W x 12in D, approx. 102L

WEIGHT:
No. 702 - Small: 3lbs
No. 703 - Carry-on: 3.6lbs
No. 701 - Medium: 4lbs
No. 700 - Large: 4.8lbs

POCKETS: 1 external front pocket with leather strap closure, 1 zippered pocket on end of bag.

SHOULDER STRAP: 2in cotton web, adjustable slide, snap hooks.

HANDLES: 2in cotton web with leather handle cover, web grab handle on end of bag.

BASE: Double layer canvas

MATERIALS: 18 oz. waxed canvas, premium leather, solid brass hardware.
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CUSTOMER Reviews


Customer Reviews

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David Barrett
High quality duffel.

Very well constructed duffel that is durable enough to last me many years. My son was the first to use it on a camping trip and he is already asking to use it again.

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Kevin Gray
Amazing Life Long Construction

I was looking for a bag like this for a long time. So happy I found Frost River. Definitely one of my boys will also enjoy this bag when I am gone. Solid construction!

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Andrew Mulligan
Love my explorer duffel

A well crafted, perfectly sized weekend getaway duffel. Suspect it will last a lifetime. Thanks!

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Red Daky
Explorer Duffel Bag - CarryOn 51L

I wanted a travel bag that (a) has durable material and construction, (b) carry-on size, and (c) made in the USA like my military bags. For me, the Explorer Duffel 51L meet those criteria. The canvas on this bag reminds me of my decades old rucksacks and the design is simple which I really like. This bag should last a long time for its designated purpose. Now I'm thinking of getting the 28L and/or one of the other models.

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DH
Perfect size

Needed a slightly larger travel bag and wanted a bag that would last a lifetime. Oh, and it had to be made in the US. This bag was exactly what I was looking for.