01 October 2010, 18:04
TJHMilitary Duffel bag
Does anyone use a military duffel bag to travel with? Would they be any better or worse than a zippered bag? I am thinking about using on on my next trip to RSA.
01 October 2010, 18:57
mouse93
Here is mine waiting to be loaded - 3 times in Zim - about to be 4th time soon - was lost and found, once, between JBG and HRE...
01 October 2010, 19:03
CaracalI use one when traffeling. Very good, reliable and nobody will steal it!
01 October 2010, 19:58
Nitro ExpressTook one on two trips to Africa--
01 October 2010, 20:06
TJHDo you put a lock on it or just use the snap?
01 October 2010, 20:09
Caracalquote:
Originally posted by TJH:
Do you put a lock on it or just use the snap?
I transport my clothes+ammo in it and use a small lock.
01 October 2010, 20:25
MopaneMikeAll I use... Most convenient, specially considering all the different modes of travel you end up using in Africa.
Stay away from zipped bags.. Very easy to break into.. I always use a small padlock along with the snap.
Btw.... You can also fold up a spare duffel inside, just in case you do some big trinket shopping..
01 October 2010, 21:12
elsthat is what I routinely use.
02 October 2010, 17:46
Bryan ChickMouse: Do you pack Gordons groceries also?
02 October 2010, 22:50
mouse93quote:
Originally posted by Bryan Chick:
Mouse: Do you pack Gordons groceries also?
Hello Bryan - now, don't tell me you don't

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03 October 2010, 00:41
JIm YackleyI have used a parachute bag on 4 trips to Africa. Had no problems, the main advantage is with a zipper bag you do not have to dump all your gear to locate something at the bottom of a duffel bag. All soft sided bags are can be breached with a knife or razor. The new USGI duffel bags are made of coated nylon, lighter than the old canvas bags.