DEFY R&R Weekender vs Vertx Contingency Duffel 45L
The DEFY R&R Weekender is 46L and 1.59kg3.5lb; the Vertx Contingency Duffel 45L is 45L and 1.79kg3.9lb. The DEFY R&R Weekender is 0.2kg0.4lb lighter. The Vertx Contingency Duffel 45L costs $189.01 less. The DEFY R&R Weekender fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Vertx Contingency Duffel 45L fits 0; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | DEFY R&R Weekender | Vertx Contingency Duffel 45L |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $388 | $198.99Best |
| Volume | 46L | 45L |
| Weight | 1.59kg3.5lbBest | 1.79kg3.9lb |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 30.5×61×30.5cm12×24×12in | 29.2×59.7×29.8cm11.5×23.5×11.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Opening | large YKK AquaGuard zip main opening | Large U-shaped top flap, opens to the bottom |
| Warranty | No fixed term | 2 years |
| Organizer | Yes | Yes |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | No |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | Removable | Yes |
| Luggage pass-through | Yes | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 1050D water-resistant MIL-SPEC ballistic nylon exterior, Coyote X-Pac VX21 lining, Horween leather handle and trim | 600D polyester, 1200D polyester bottom and lower sides, 420D nylon lining |
| Last checked | 2026-10 | 2026-09 |
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