BACH Dr. Duffel 40L

CORDURA® fabric is what many of the most respected brands and retailers around the world use when they need to make a product that’s durable, versatile and reliable. Constructed using high tenacity fiber technologies, weight for weight, CORDURA® fabrics are exceptionally durable.

Little parts - big difference! Wherever applicable we use no. 10 zippers and don’t go smaller than no. 5. Since we started over 40 years ago, we have resisted the temptation to use smaller sizes and cheaper brands and this decision has proven to be right over the years. We always use the zipper chain on the visible outside because it lasts 30% longer than the zipper chain used inside out, with the webbing on the outside. We only use silver nickel-plated zipper sliders, as these have a longer lifetime compared to their coloured counterparts (no matter if powder-coated or with any other dying technology).

PFC (perfluorocarbon) is mainly used in outdoor applications when a water-repellent effect is required (impregnation). Harmful PFCs such as, PFOS (perfluorooctane sulphonic acid) and PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) accumulate in the environment and organisms, which has a lasting negative effect on them. Since the water-repellent characteristics of BACH textiles are of central importance for the use of our products, we are now using the PFC-free alternative from HeiQ Eco Dry. Not far from us in Switzerland, HeiQ is developing this technology, which has been successfully established in a wide spectrum of textile applications in recent years. At BACH, we therefore guarantee a long-lasting and sustainable impregnation of all textiles used.

The fabric used in this product is 100% third-party certified recycled.

The Design & Innovation Award is more than just an award. It’s the only award to feature comprehensive review, highlight potential and discuss the true value of innovation. The award team has once more invested countless hours to analyse the most exciting products of 2022. Here’s their review on the Dr.Duffel 40:

It’s no coincidence that the BACH Dr. Duffel 40’s closing mechanism is reminiscent of a classic doctor’s bag – after all, that’s exactly what inspired this well-thought-out space-saver. A design that has proven itself for countless doctors in the field will hardly be a hindrance to high-speed travel! It should be no surprise that the robust Cordura bag is dimensioned to fit the hand luggage restrictions exactly. With its large opening, it can be easily filled and thanks to its light-coloured interior, you can quickly find everything you have stowed inside. If you do have to rummage to find small items, it’s nice to know that nothing will fall out – the volume increases considerably with the “wings” open. A practical quick access panel on the side means you don’t always have to open the whole bag up. The BACH Dr. Duffel can also be carried as a backpack. While it’s not intended for longer hikes, it keeps your hands free for short sprints to the station.