Rear Duffel Dry Bag that you like?

[vwboomer]

^^^THIS^^^

I've got 2 40l and 2 80l Sealline bags. I can fit my tent, sleeping bag, mattress and camp pillow in a 40l. 2 RokStraps front to back thru the Drings, 2 side to side - mostly just because I have 4 straps on my tail rack.
I have used the 40l bags strapped to racks on my 950 when navigating some tricky passes in CO, even dropped it a couple times, and the bags held up.
And they double as handy carryon bags when flying ::024::

I can't see paying 2 or $300 on fancy bags that might look better but do the same job.

 

[Defekticon]

Bought a couple (one Large, one small) of duffels off adv rider, total investment was $150. Took them on a 2800 mile trip through FL Rain, and BlueRidge snow. Performed flawlessly. When I plan on doing some offroad stuff, I also drop my GIVI luggage and use the wolfman expedition dry saddle bags as well. Very happy with their products.

 

[decooney]

Perfect. Thanks everyone for all of the great replies. Agree, just looking for something basic, waterproof, and use my rok straps if needed. No need for panniers for what I do, but maybe later if I start doing week+ trips. Plan to this one rear duffel bag for simple 2-3 day trips, and keeping smaller items in the tank/tail bag. A rear duffel should work nicely. ::008::

 

[BaldKnob]

I sprung for the 40L Wolfie and really like it. Like Boondocker, I pack just the camp stuff so no need to get into it until I really need to. Works great as a backrest too.

 

[spinalator]

I have a first gear bag I like, and recently bought a Givi one that should fit the Trekker trunk, or you can strap it on top, if that is full of treasures.

 

[sail2xxs]

Bags eventually get chafed or otherwise develop holes and leaks. Another thing I like about the kayaker bags is that I just replace them without worrying about cost. Paying hundreds for high end Wolfmans would make me want to cry.

::026:: ::026:: ::026:: Sealine from Sierra Trading post has always worked great for me. And when you get one of their coupons (which happens all the time) the bags are pretty cheap. They seem to last just as long as the more expensive ones. Chafe doesn't care what you paid for the bag.

Best,

Chris

 

[WaltM]

Loaded in this picture, weighs 27 pounds.
Contains 2 Big Agnes Long Ranger sleeping bags (with inner air mattresses), 2 air pillows, 2 small foam pillows, REI 2-man tent (w/rain fly & footprint), Kelty Noah 16' tarp, 2 6-foot folding poles (22" folded), 8'x10' ground tarp. Over the top is a "bungee web" and a dry bag. The dry bag is usually empty until we pick up some bulky and light-weight groceries, like a box of crackers. The bungee web is good for holding that extra wet or dirty thing without getting in the way.

Thanks. Great picture and write up!

 

[draig126]

I purchased a water proof duffel bag off Amazon from DRY PAK, price is now $39.99 for a Large bag. I do not have many miles on it and only used it when riding in some light rain and it kept things dry, no heavy rain yet but it seems well made.
http://www.amazon.com/DP-D1BK-Waterproof-Duffel-Black-Large/dp/B00644OLLU?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00

I purchased the Large size which is advertised as 70L, they also offer an Extra Large which is advertised as 110L. Combined with the Yamaha hard side cases I can EASILY pack camping gear and three days worth of cloths (honestly the duffel bag was about half full). I then use three Rok Straps to tie it down on the passenger seat and rear pillion. The nice thing is that in that orientation I can still open the lids on both side cases without having to unstrap the bag from the back of the bike.

 

[Dirt_Dad]

FirstGear Torrent - Top loading vs. end loading works FAR better for me.

::026:: I use the 70L one.



Good bag, but I never use the supplied straps. The are connected in a way that looks like it would be easy to tear through the bag. A simple bungee net works fine. Very handy are for drying things while riding, and also makes a nice backrest.

 

[tomatocity]

The bag I have is no longer made... at least I cannot find it. If I could improve one thing it would be upgrading to wide mouth.

Things to look for...
... water proof
... good strapping system
... opening, wide mouth
... size, for inline it should not exceed 22" with the stock tail rack
... size, 14" wide with the OEM luggage
... size, height is up to you or what you can find
... color, up to you
... price, why pay big dollar. Agree with Checkwrecks

Keep searching online and you will find many manufacturers

 

[rmunch44]

+1 FirstGear I have the 70 and 40 liter duffles. I just rode 5 hours in a downpour this weekend on the interstate through TN and KY with no water what so ever getting into the bag. 70 liter for camping and 40 liter for just traveling.

 

[bobbar]

Got first gear 70l and givi 40l. Both have worked well. I used a simple cable lock thru handle to grab handle on the bike to keep it from getting ripped off overnight. That doesnt protect contents but is a deterrent from the grab and go dirt bags.

 

[Tenerester]

Nelson Riggs 80litre duffle bag. Withstood a couple of storms across US and Canada. No leaks and easy to strap on.

 

[decooney]

Thanks again to all for the great replies and suggestions. Looked at several bags out there, and narrowed it down for my particular 3-4 day needs. In the end, "clean, simple, easy access" was my pick.
Tried a few different combinations, and returned a few. Kept the Ortlieb based Touratech 31L bag on sale, added adjustable Rok straps. Perfect size, sits flatter, not too bulky. Here are a few close-up pics if it helps anyone to see the different size bags on the bike.


Kriega 30L with a BC-SW Motec Slipstream 13L in place of the rear seat. Note: kept looking for simplicity in one bag.

SW-Motec Bags Connection DryBag 350 35L and DryBag 80 underneath. Too big for 3-day trip.

Wolfman Expedition 33L, super robust, sat kinda tall with several extra rolls for closure, solid buckles, straps kinda everywhere, hardware over-engineered, bombproof. Carry small boulders with this one.

Touratech 31L Dry bag on sale, with 56" adjustable Rok straps. Perfect, medium duty, lighter weight but still durable materials, packs small, sits low. Keeping this one.

 

[djm_ct]

I use a DrySpec B50 Wide-Mouth from Twisted Throttle. Strap it to the top of my Givi 52 Trekker 52L top case with Rox straps.
I mainly use it when motorcycle camping. Holds tent, a couple of sleeping bags and pads with room left over for other stuff.

Just came back from 2200 mile trip to the Smokies with my daughter on the back. Hit a couple of torrential rains and stuff in the bag never saw a drop of water.

 

[decooney]

I like that B50 bag a lot, needed hi-viz though and it only comes in black right now. That B50 seems like it's super easy to access with the wide mouth. Cool.

 

[tomatocity]

I like that B50 bag a lot, needed hi-viz though and it only comes in black right now. That B50 seems like it's super easy to access with the wide mouth. Cool.

I was looking at the B50 night before last and liked the size. Can you post a photo of the wide mouth? I have a D38 and like the size but the opening (mouth) is too restrictive.

Tim

 

[djm_ct]

I'll take one tonight.

 

[Spaggy]

I have an 80L SealLine with the roll top. I keep my sleeping bag, pad, pillow and tent in it. Never leaks, great bag. Then i have an MEC Skully 30L that I put my clothes in.

 

[tomatocity]

Ordered the DrySpec B50 and hoping it will arrive before I take off for the Summer Solstice trip. Was surprised how wide the opening is.