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REI Co-op Roadtripper 100 Duffel

Compiled from published reviews and manufacturer specs
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REI Co-op Roadtripper 100 Duffel
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Best for:
Car camping, road trips, family or group gear hauling, and as a packable travel backup for bringing home extras
Skip it if you want:
Ultralight backpacking, long carries or multi-day hikes, heavy daily lifting, or prolonged wet/winter conditions

Main tradeoff: Not waterproof — rain can soak the interior quickly

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Before you buy

Why it works

  • Extremely lightweight and packable for a 100L duffel (folds into a small stuff sack)Published reviews
  • Huge capacity (100 L) for bulky items and group gearPublished reviews
  • Outstanding value at a low price for the volume and basic materialsPublished reviews
  • Functional features include a wide zippered opening, detachable shoulder strap, multiple grab handles, daisy-chains and an included stuff sackPublished reviews

Tradeoffs

  • Not waterproof — rain can soak the interior quicklyCleverHiker
  • Minimal strap padding and no backpack-style carry; uncomfortable for heavy or long carriesOutdoorGearLab
  • Floppy, unstructured shape with only one main compartment makes packing and organization difficultCleverHiker
  • Very limited organization (only one small exterior pocket)CleverHiker

Details

About the REI Co-op Roadtripper 100 Duffel

A durable and roomy duffel bag with a wide-mouth opening for easy packing. It can be a bit cumbersome when fully loaded due to its size, but its storage capabilities are hard to beat.

Specifications
Weight
1.4 lb (22 oz)
Packed size
11 x 9 x 3 inches
Packed volume
3.5 cubic ft
Capacity
100 L (testers carried ~50 lb without failure; recommend up to ~20–30 kg depending on distribution)
Materials
600-denier recycled oxford polyester (bluesign-approved) with PFAS-free DWR
Colors
blue, red, green
Changes from the last model
No major changes documented for the current 100L; versions exist in 40L, 60L, 100L and 140L
Questions (1)
Is it worth the price over cheaper alternatives?
For frequent campers or travelers who need large, lightweight capacity, the Roadtripper offers better materials and features than ultra-cheap knockoffs and is worth the modest premium; for occasional or ultra-budget buyers, cheaper generic bags may suffice but with lower durability and fewer features.
Fit and sizing

One-size (very large); effectively true to advertised 100L but not adjustable for body carry

Care and warranty

Care

  • Store dry and avoid long-term compressed storage
  • Spot-clean or machine wash on gentle cold cycle; air dry
  • Reapply DWR after washing to restore water repellency
  • Use packing cubes or drybags for organization and to protect contents from moisture

What tends to wear out

  • Zipper teeth can be damaged if overstuffed
  • Fabric punctures from sharp/pointed items if not protected
  • Plastic strap hooks/clasps and seam stress around handles under extreme loads

Durability

  • Generally holds up for casual/airline use; testers loaded ~50 lb without failure
  • Thin walls can be punctured by pointed items; avoid jamming poles or ice tools
  • Zipper and plastic strap clips could be stressed by extreme overloading

Warranty

Covered by REI satisfaction/return policies and standard Co-op guarantees; user reports indicate returns/repairs handled reasonably well

Sources

“A simple duffel at a great price; one of the lightest duffels here but no backpack straps or internal storage”

“Excellent storage and utility at over half the price of other bags”

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Last updated September 23, 2026