The North Face

Base Camp Duffel - S (50L)

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$129.00 USD

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Legendary Expedition Duffel for Travel & Basecamp

The Base Camp Duffel S (50L) is a bombproof gear hauler for getting to the mountain and living at basecamp. Built from burly, weather-resistant recycled fabrics with a wide D-zip and backpack straps, it organizes layers, boots, and hardware for weekend trips, hut approaches, and expedition travel—then shrugs off baggage handlers and soggy tarmacs.

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Base Camp Duffel - S (50L)

Summit Navy/TNF Black

Whittaker Mountaineering

Pickup available, Usually ready in 24 hours

30027 SR 706 E
Ashford WA 98304
United States

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The North Face Base Camp Duffel - S (50L)

$129.00 USD

Guide Pick Product

Diggin' in to Details

Our Take

If your gear has to survive shuttles, baggage belts, and wet parking lots, this is the bag. The 50L hits a sweet spot for weekend trips, seminars, and as one of the duffels you bring to basecamp—tough, simple, and easy to carry when plans change.

Guide Tip: Pack with cubes or small dry bags to separate layers and hardware. Many guides pair a 50L with a 100L+ Duffel: 50L for daily grab-and-go, 100L+ for bulk storage.

Details & Features

Features

Iconic expedition duffel design with wide D-zip opening
Detachable, adjustable alpine-cut shoulder straps for backpack carry
Padded side handles double as haul/carry points
End-cap zip pocket + internal mesh pocket for organization
Four compression straps to stabilize loads
Weather-resistant, flap-covered zipper and ID window
Includes mesh storage bag

Details

Volume: 50 liters
Dimensions: 12.8" × 20.87" × 12.8" (32.5 × 53 × 32.5 cm)
Weight: 2 lb 8.7 oz (1.15 kg)
Carry: Backpack straps or duffel handles

Specs

Specs & Materials

Body: 1000D recycled polyester with phthalate-free PVC coating
Boot: 840D recycled ballistic nylon with non-PFC DWR
Volume: 50 L
Style: NF0A52ST

Sustainability

Made from recycled body and boot fabrics; finished with non-PFC DWR.

Sizing

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Guide Pick™

Straight From The Source

Why We Love It
Michael Bennett

Guides pick the Base Camp Duffel because it’s brutally durable, organizes well, and carries comfortably when you need hands free. The 50L is the most versatile size for clinics, hut trips, and expedition travel—big enough for essentials, small enough to move fast.

“The North Face duffles are the gold standard for expedition packing. With an iconic look, they’re durable and roomy.”
— Michael Bennett, RMI Guide

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Our Philosophy

We Simplify Outfitting

Whittaker Mountaineering was born out of the need for RMI to make sure their clients had the appropriate gear to get to the top of Mt. Rainier safely. After decades of trying, reviewing, arguing-over, and recommending gear, we can’t help but know what we’re doing by this point. We know what works, we know what doesn’t, and we use that expertise to stock our store.

Who are these guys?

The North Face

The North Face makes expedition-proven equipment built for durability and real-world function. We carry them because the Base Camp Duffel has a decades-long track record of surviving hard use from airport to basecamp.

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Best For

Guides, climbers, and travelers who need a weather-resistant, abuse-proof duffel for airports, shuttles, and basecamp life.

Activities

Camping
Mountaineering

Fit

50L capacity with backpack-style carry or duffel handles; compresses with four straps.

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Base Camp Duffel - S (50L)

Legendary Expedition Duffel for Travel & Basecamp