Muddy Brown's Blog: Fresh Goods Sunday - Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag

I was after a new duffel / holdall bag for a while now as my very old Trek bag has seen better days to say the least. From memory I bought it from Heron Cycles in Durham and that does go back a good few years ago.

I found this one on an email flyer from Teams Cyles at Gateshead. I knew Thule used to do some storage bags for the car etc as we bought one many moons ago but never really looked at Thule products again since owning vans where we dont need roof racks etc.

Well they make loads of different bags and this Chasm range comes in 4 different sizes and loads of different colours. I opted for the smallest of the four - 40l as its just to carry one set of cycling kit ie jersey, baselayer, shorts, shoes, helmet, gloves, socks, rain jacket etc or if I go out in my cycling kit a change into normal clothes and a pair of shoes / trainers.

If you have ever owned or used Tule products this bag will not disappoint you. The quality and construction of the bag is top notch as with all there other products I have bought over the many years. It has one main large compartment with a double zip which goes around three sides. A fold open top which has one smaller zipped pocket and one larger zipped pocket. The bag goes with its own bag to carry it when empty / folded up, which I will probably never use. It also comes with detachable back pack straps which again I will probably never use. On the outside it has one end zipped pocket which you can access without opening the main compartment. The carry straps have a hand hold which has two press studs to keep the straps together. I have used it several times each week and cannot fault the bag. It does not feel that heavy when empty and hopefully will last as long as my old Trek bag or other Thule products. Shop around as there are some big discounts (around £85 exc p&p) on the massively high rrp.

RRP £119.99 and I paid £94.73 from Team Cycles inc next day delivery

Manufacturers blurb -

A rugged and reliable duffel bag

Easy to pack and go

These duffels can be converted into a backpack with shoulder straps that tuck away when not in use. The wide mouth opening makes it easy to pack all your gear, and the internal mesh pockets help keep you organised.

Durable construction, recycled materials

Built to perform, this backpack is constructed from a durable 900D fabric with a PFC-free durable water-repellent finish to withstand the wear and tear of your adventures and protect your gear from the elements. All the exterior and interior fabrics, webbings and mesh are made with 100% recycled materials.

All the exterior and interior fabrics, webbings and mesh are made of 100% recycled materials

Easy access to gear through the oversized, wide-mouth opening

2-in-1 design easily converts from a duffel to a backpack (backpack straps tuck away when not in use)

Protect contents from the elements with the durable, weather-resistant tarpaulin fabric

Keep small contents organized and easy to locate with the internal mesh pockets

Prevent belongings from falling to the bottom of the bag in backpack mode thanks to external compression straps

Included carry case provides convenient storage and can be used as an accessory pouch inside the bag

Protect belongings from the ground thanks to the padded bottom

Quickly access small go-to items in the large zipped mesh pocket

Easily lift in and out of a boot or a rooftop box with oversized grab handles

Deter theft with lockable zip pulls (locks sold separately)

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