Normally, single main zip designs on duffels makes it a little harder to rummage around inside the bag compared to a J- or U-shaped zip, however, the funnel design here solves this problem, allowing you to open the bag right up.

The zip isn’t covered to guard against water ingress which is a bit of a downside, though there is an internal storm flap to help with this. The main compartment is also lacking in a divider or internal pocket to help keep things organised – but then Eagle Creek offer a bunch of extra packing solutions that can help with that (see their Pack-It Spectre Set for a good example)

Other than those small quibbles, it ticks all the boxes as a trusty, adventure-ready duffel that is ready to be used and abused.

Tester’s Verdict

Will Renwick, Outdoors Magic Editor

“The 60L version of the Migrate I’ve been using nobly served as the crew bag for our week-long Outdoor100 video shoot out in Norway and it was excellent.  Watch the video at the top of this page to see us using it out there.

“The first test it passed was getting onto the plane. We had it packed full of kit but still managed to get it through as cabin luggage – and Norwegian Air are notoriously strict on that kind of thing.

“The lengthways volume adjustment helped here. We had it packed full but clipped right down at each end for the flight, but when we were out and about in Norway we were using its full capacity with each end unclipped to gain an extra 5 litres or so of space.

“One thing I’ve particularly liked is the big bucket style opening. When the ends aren’t clipped down you can open it right up and have easy access to all of the stuff your carrying.

“I spent a day carrying this up a mountain for our video shoot and, despite a fairly heavy load, it was actually quite comfortable to use as a backpack. The shoulder straps have a good amount of padding and the right shape to them, while there’s just about enough thickness to the fabric to prevent the contents you’re carrying from sticking painfully into your back.

“But what’s impressed me most about this is its durability. We really chucked it about in Norway and I can tell you there isn’t a single scratch to show evidence of that.”