KUIU built its Waypoint duffels with the needs of hunters in mind. But it may have also incidentally built the perfect travel bag for those who want the perfect carry-on.
Duffel bags are, on the surface, a fairly simple product. Give us a large sack with a few small components, reasonable durability, and comfortable straps, and it’s pretty hard to go too far wrong. But small evolutions have resulted in some really excellent duffel bags for travel, recreation, and general gear-hauling.
And one of these absolutely dialed duffel bags is the Waypoint Duffel by KUIU. Launched in 2022, I’ve been putting it to the test through both travel and hunting since fall 2021. And so far, this pack has proven darned near perfect.
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In short: The Waypoint Duffel ($199) is KUIU’s answer to hauling gear. It’s a waterproof duffel bag with durable, high-density, TPU-coated ripstop fabric. Available in 2,800-, 5,500-, and 10,400-cubic-inch sizes, we found the 2,800-cubic-inch duffel to be the perfect answer to an airplane carry-on.
KUIU Waypoint Duffel Review
To me, you barely notice a good duffel bag. It carries and protects your gear, offers organizational help, and is reasonably comfortable to carry. The Waypoint Duffel in 2,800 cubic inches fits the bill for me.
Over the last 4 months, I’ve used it a dozen times carrying clothes and gear. I’ve set it on wet ski resort parking lots to dig out clothing when I needed a pre-ski change. I’ve stuffed it into overhead bins on airplanes. And I’ve tossed it in the back of my pickup truck while traveling to hunt pheasants in the fall and turkeys this spring. And across the board, it’s met my needs and kept my gear dry and protected.
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First, Let’s Talk About Materials
Storage Space & Handles
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Who It’s For
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