The North Face Base Camp Duffel S vs Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag
The The North Face Base Camp Duffel S is 50L and 1.2kg2.6lb; the Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag is 52L and 1.19kg2.6lb. The Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag is 0.01kg0lb lighter. The The North Face Base Camp Duffel S costs $19 less. The The North Face Base Camp Duffel S fits the carry-on limit of 0 of 36 major airlines and the Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag fits 1; under the seat, 0 and 0 of 26.
| Spec | The North Face Base Camp Duffel S | Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $140Best | $159 |
| Volume | 50L | 52L |
| Weight | 1.2kg2.6lb | 1.19kg2.6lbBest |
| Carry-on compliance | 0% | 3%Best |
| Personal-item compliance | 0% | 0% |
| Dimensions | 33×53.3×33cm13×21×13in | 35.6×50.8×26.7cm14×20×10.5in |
| Laptop | no laptop sleeve | no laptop sleeve |
| Compression straps | 4 | n/a |
| Opening | D-zip opening with a weather-resistant, zippered flap | Roll-top, Roll-top top panel |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Organizer | No | No |
| Shoe compartment | No | No |
| Hydration sleeve | No | No |
| Frame sheet | No | No |
| Water-resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Rain cover | No | No |
| MOLLE | No | No |
| Hip belt | No | No |
| Sternum strap | No | No |
| Load lifters | No | No |
| Shoulder strap | No | No |
| Luggage pass-through | No | No |
| Camera compartment | No | No |
| Material | 1000D recycled polyester with phthalate-free PVC coating; 840D recycled ballistic nylon boot with fluorine-free DWR | 1000D recycled nylon, 200D lightweight recycled nylon, 10 oz vinyl tarp liner |
| Last checked | 2026-09 | 2026-09 |
Where their airline fit differs
| Airline | Limit | The North Face Base Camp Duffel S | Topo Designs Mountain Gear Bag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore Airlines | Carry-on | Too big | Fits |
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Specs come from each brand's own product page. Fit uses listed dimensions in any orientation. How we score carry-on fit.