If you haul a lot of gear and want one bag that can take a beating, the 5.11 Allhaula Duffel 70L is worth a hard look. It sits in that sweet spot where you can pack for a long weekend, a multi-day training course, or a quick out-of-state hunt without juggling two or three smaller bags. The shape is simple, the materials are tough, and the carry options make it more useful than a basic duffel.
When You Can Only Have One Bag – 5.11 Allhaula Duffel 70L
Capacity is the selling point for me. You get 70 liters of space, which is 4,272 cubic inches. The main compartment opens with a wide, storm-flapped zipper that lets you lay the bag open and see everything. That makes packing and repacking faster since you are not digging through a narrow slit at the top. Inside the lid are two zippered mesh pockets for small items you do not want lost in the bottom. There is also a separate shoe or dirty-clothes pocket. An internal divider serves as a compression panel, allowing you to cinch soft goods and prevent them from sloshing around during movement.
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Durable TPU Coating
The shell is 840D nylon with a TPU coating that shrugs off bad weather and rough surfaces. The lid and base use ballistic nylon for extra abrasion resistance, and the bottom is padded to help protect anything fragile you toss in. Toss it in a truck bed, drag it across a gravel lot, or set it down in wet grass. This is a bag designed for hard use, not a delicate weekender.
Carry options are crucial for a big bag like this. The Allhaula features stowable shoulder straps, allowing you to wear it like a backpack when the load gets heavy or your hands are full. The straps tuck away cleanly when you want the classic duffel carry. There are padded end grab handles for quick pulls, and removable carry handles that stash in the side pockets when you do not need them. If you prefer to wear a hip belt, it is compatible with 5.11’s Skyweight Hip Belt, sold separately.
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Perfect Organization
Organization is straightforward and well thought out. Besides the lid mesh pockets and the shoe compartment, the bag has external gear loops so you can lash extras on the outside. Inside, the compression panel lets you stack and separate layers. I like to pack boots or trail shoes in the dedicated pocket, then roll clothing and strap it flat under the panel. Range gear, rain shell, and shower kit ride on top under the wide mouth opening for quick access when you pop the lid. It is an easy system to stick with because the bag’s layout pushes you toward it.
Dimensions are 11.5 inches high, 25 inches long, and 13 inches deep. That footprint fits across most back seats and in overhead bins on some larger aircraft. It is lightweight, which keeps the bag itself from eating into your carry load before you add boots and kit. Colors include Volcanic, a dark gray that hides scuffs, and Sage Green.
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Stays Clean
Made by 5.11, you know it is durable. TPU-coated 840D is a proven recipe for abrasion and weather resistance. Ballistic panels in the lid and base take the high-wear zones. Stitching is solid where it needs to be, and the padded bottom helps when a careless baggage handler drops the bag. If you are tough on gear, you will appreciate that the fabric wipes clean and doesn’t hold grime like untreated nylon can after a dusty road trip.
5.11 Allhaula Duffel 70L
The 5.11 Allhaula Duffel 70L is a workhorse. It gives you space, smart organization, and carry options that make sense when you are on the move. The materials are tough, the layout encourages clean packing, and the price is excellent for the longevity you get. If you want one duffel that can handle range weekends, road trips, or rough travel without issues, this bag fits the role and will likely outlast most of what you put in it. The name says it all. Many of you, like me, probably spent a few minutes trying to figure out the pronunciation. Its name defines its purpose–Allhaula (All-haul-a).
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