DESCRIPTION
The 55L Black Hole® Duffel from Patagonia is the perfect carry-all for full weekends or a well-organised extended trip. Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory.
Made with weather- and abrasion-resistant 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop with a matte, postindustrial recycled TPU-film laminate. The ergonomic shoulder straps are padded and removable letting you carry the Black Hole® Duffel like a backpack and can be detached when not in use, with reinforced haul handles withstand overzealous baggage handlers. The padded base protects the contents of the duffel from rough terrain and hard knocks.
A zippered side pocket can be reached from the outside or inside of the bag, and when empty, the duffel stuffs down into the pocket for compact, self-contained storage. In the lid an interior mesh pocket keeps essentials organised and close at hand. Sturdy, reinforced exterior daisy chains provide myriad lashing options for extra gear on the outside.
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Body: 14.1-oz 900-denier 100% postconsumer recycled polyester ripstop with a postindustrial recycled TPU-film laminate
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Lining: 3-oz 200-denier 100% recycled polyester with a PU coating
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Webbing: 100% recycled nylon
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Manufacture: Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory
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Country of Origin: Made in Vietnam
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Gear Capacity: 55L (3,356 cu in)
- Dimensions: 22.8" x 13.3" x 9.5"
- Weight: 2 lbs 9.6 oz (1180 g)
PROVENANCE AND ETHICS
Patagonia was founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973, the company's roots are in clothing for rock and alpine climbing, but they now produce a diverse mix of apparel targeted towards skiers, snowboarders, surfers and climbers. Patagonia are a world leader in creating ethical, sustainable clothing.
Recycled Polyester: Polyester is a naturally water-repellent material that can withstand the elements. Using polyester fibre made from mechanically recycled plastic bottles reduces CO2 emissions, and Patagonia are working toward eliminating all virgin polyester in their products by 2025.
Recycled TPU: Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) is a crucial part of what makes Patagonia's Black Hole® products so durable. This laminate coating creates a material that’s extremely weather-resistant and abrasion-resistant. Now made with recycled TPU - a change that decreases carbon emissions from manufacturing by 91% per. Kg compared to virgin TPU.
Recycled Nylon: Nylon is one of the strongest materials used in clothing and gear. Using recycled nylon, Patagonia decrease their dependence on virgin petroleum as a raw material and reduce discarded fabric.
Made without PFCs / PFAS: For decades, the coatings used in apparel to improve water-repellency have relied on per- or polyfluorinated chemicals, which contain fluorine. This class of forever chemicals accumulates in air, water, food, even our bodies, and they raise serious health concerns. Patagonia re moving away from PFCs, and now 92% of their materials with water-repellent chemistries are made without them - reducing their impact on the health of people and the planet.
Fair Trade: Patagonia now use more than 20 Fair Trade factories that specialise in the production of outdoor clothing, paying a premium for every Patagonia item that is made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory. They actively encourage other brands that do business in those factories to join them in the Fair Trade movement, ensuring living wages within the supply chain.
