Our Osprey Transporter 120 Duffel Review explores a rugged and practical load hauler with user friendly features and dependable performance. Please read on to find out more. Introduction The Rolling Transporter is built with Osprey’s HighRoad™ chassis, which will keep rolling through rough terrain thanks to the ABS polymer materials and extra-large polyurethane wheels. The Rolling Transporter 60 is suited for the traveller who requires one bag to do it all, no matter if it's an adventure on a plane, train, van, or road trip. While I was making this tough emotional transition ( Who was I? What did this mean? What had I become?!) I dabbled with a hybrid. The Osprey Transporter 120 promises to be the adventure-proof wheelie or best family size rolling duffel bag. Here, we put it to the test. Read on for the full Osprey Transporter 120 review. The Osprey Transporter 120 Review

Except. After a while (three weeks on the road, in fact, zig zagging the former iron curtain for my Iron Route project from Istanbul to Berlin) I realised one simple fact. Argh! It’s the conundrum that never ends! (Dear readers, I’m only joking. I have a perspective on what really matters in life and I understand that it isn’t this.)polyester with phthalate-free PVC coating (body), additional layer of 840D recycled ballistics nylon with a non-PFC DWR finish (bottom) Things you may need at the airport (like a swiss army knife to cut through the plastic protective tags when heading somewhere where theft is high risk) Considering its built for durability this big versatile wheelie bag it reasonably light. Not the lightest on the market, but weighing in at only 3.85Kg it is hardly a heavyweight. Big versatile wheelie bag gets tough in rough!

Weight: 3.85 kgMaximum Dimensions (cm): 97 (l) x 57 (w) x 38 (d)Main Fabric: 840D Nylon TPU Double Coated Where to Buy the Osprey 120 Transporter The retractable ErgoGrip™ handle is extremely practical, ensuring you can transport the bag with ease no matter how heavy the contents are. The interior of Rolling Transporter bags contain all features travellers need on the road, such as secure zip fastening, internal compression straps and separate compartments for accessories and valuables.After taking my old, battered and memory-filled suitcase to the tip, it was time for an upgrade and Osprey had just introduced their new Rolling Transporter range, which caught my eye. In particular, the striking Kingfisher Blue 120. The wheels and high Osprey HighRoad™ chassis promise you can wheel across stones without damaging or soaking your kit. This works well on cobbles and uneven ground but does struggle a little when the going gets really uneven or muddy. Second, it’s easy to get to your stuff. There’s a giant, zippable entrance point with no clamshell problems. No duffel of this type will be waterproof (the zip alone is a key water access point), but it should hold off a fair amount of weather. On a recent ski trip it survived being transported through a snow storm and was even sat in the snow for a while while waiting for transport. There was no moisture ingress. If that’s a concern I tend to make sure the contents are individually protected in dry bags anyway. Out of interest, if you do need a waterproof duffel Osprey have now added these to their range. Details on these models can be found here. Organisation All Rolling Transporter bags are ultra-durable and come with a HighRoad™ chassis, extra-large all-terrain polyurethane wheels and a sturdy, highly water-repellent TPU laminated nylon fabric body to protect your belongings from the elements.

Inside, a series of clips help secure your belongings for you strange people who somehow don’t fill it already. On the outside, another couple of clips secure things further so it’s all pretty snug. The Rolling Transporter features a low-profile padded carry handle and an extendable ErgoGrip™ handle for comfortable carry and efficient wheeling even with the heaviest of loads. As my Osprey Transporter 120 Duffel Review highlights, this is a truly excellent large load hauler. It will serve you extremely well for endless journeys and become an indispensable companion. It will also come to reflect your life of travel and adventure. One other thing. The handles for carrying (rather than wheeling) are just what you need. Sturdy, soft, strong. They could be the Andrex puppy advert of suitcase handles. After applying myself to a strict suitcase diet for a number of years (as enforced by the management/husband) it was time to dabble again.At 3.85 kg, this is certainly not an ultra light bag but if you want the wheels, that’s usually the price you have to pay. Specification The duffel barrel style shape means that you can fit a hell of a lot of luggage in it – 120 Litres worth to be precise! But, the design is pleasing enough to be used as a suitcase. If you're familiar with Osprey's lineup of products, you'll know the already brilliant Transporter Duffel has been a staple product in most outdoor-enthusiasts kit cupboards for years. The Rolling Transporter, as you've probably guessed, adds some useful wheels for easy mobility! Still, it rolls far, far better than a usual wheelie suitcase, though, and everything, eventually, has limits. First of all, I like the massive size. There’s a range of options (40, 90 and 120 litres) but when travelling with family, especially when glamping, size is great. There’s extra bedding, slings, sheets, towels, nappies and all sorts that even the luxest glamping establishment doesn’t provide.