Brunswick Ember duffel in stealth black it's just about bomb proof and you can't drown it. It's the Mike Tyson of duffels terrifying up against ordinary duffels.
I recently took my SUV from Tasmania to Melbourne with the duffel on the roof racks and drove it up to Tallarook hills (some dirt roads) to a friends reunion on a farm up there. The duffel remained very secured on the roof racks and gear inside as expected was dust free. The duffel served us well as an afternoon drinks caddy floating in a dam while we wet some lines. I found the duffel to be versatile for different uses & tasks thrown at it (it's not a 1 trick pony). It has a surprising amount of capacity and some very useful external pocketing features. I found it reassuringly very robust, I don't have worried about it getting knocked about because it's been built to handle that. It's a breeze to clean just hit with water and let it dry.
Store owner replied:
Hey Chris,
Thanks so much for the review. Made our freaking day!
Ill take the Mike Tyson of duffle bags comment to my grave now haha.
Hope the duffle adds to your travels and makes your life that bit easier.
Take it easy!
- Zak / Owner - Product designer
Definitely water proof, or at least ‘cream’ proof. I had a 250ml UHT cream burst in my pack while using one of my dry bags as a tucker bag. Lost the cream but salvaged most of the rest with a rinse in a creek. Nothing leaked into the pack though.
Another one I’ve used as a waterproof bag for my Swagman Roll, strapped underneath my pack while tramping through some rain soaked brush.
And I’ve also used one as a compression sack/stuff sack for a sleeping bag.
So I like to keep a spare one in my pack for whatever. They’re pretty robust so I reckon one would do fine as a tinder bag or foraging bag too.
Store owner replied:
Hey Phil,
Thanks so much for the review! It means heaps when we get feed back like this.
I was wondering why you brought so many (im not complaining haha)
Glad to hear they helped you out when things went a bit sideways for ya.
Appreciate the feedback!
- Zak Founder
Quality of this saw is fantastic. Has cut through anything I’ve wanted it to go through. Great compact size to keep in the car and easy to use. Highly recommend this saw!
I wasn’t really looking for a new gear bag, but this one’s ended up being the best bit of kit I’ve added in a while.
The AOS canvas bag is seriously well built. You can tell it’s made in Australia by people who actually use their gear. Heavy canvas, proper zips that don’t snag, handles that don’t feel like they’ll give out after a few trip, it’s the kind of bag you stop worrying about, which is exactly what you want when you're out bush.
I’ve been using it for dry food and snacks on trips, and the clear top panel is surprisingly handy. It means I don’t have to unpack everything just to find the crackers or coffee. The whole thing packs really neatly in the back of the Jimny without sliding around.
Could you use it for tools, recovery gear, first aid? Easily. It’s one of those “buy once, use forever” bits of kit.
Honestly, it’s just a solid bit of design. No gimmicks, no BS, just well-made and ready to cop a beating.
Highly recommend - Ember were brilliant to deal with in securing the bags also. Cheers lads.
Store owner replied:
Bloody love hearing this, it’s exactly why we back AOS gear.
The Jimny’s a tight fit at the best of times, so knowing it slots in and gets the job done makes our day.
Appreciate the kind words too, stoked!
Comes in handy on camping trips, i use it for my thongs and runners to keep them off my clean clothes.
Really handy bit of kit. Used the HydroLite for wet clothes and towels after a day at the beach and it kept everything else in the car nice and clean. Good size, easy to chuck in the back of the 4WD, and seems pretty tough. Definitely handy to have on camping trips.
Took the Brunswick away for a weekend and it was exactly what I needed. Plenty of room for clothes and a few extra bits without having to lug around a massive suitcase. Feels solid and easy to carry.
Been using the Brunswick Duffle for a few weekend trips now and it’s been a ripper. Plenty of room for clothes and gear without being too bulky, and it feels really well made. Easy to chuck in the car or take away for a few nights. Definitely handy for camping, road trips or weekends away.
Exactly as described and very practical. I mainly use mine for muddy boots and recovery gear after heading off-road. Makes a big difference when packing everything back into the vehicle.
Used it for a weekend away and it was probably the most useful thing I packed. We collected enough wood for the night in one trip and kept all the mess outside the vehicle.
Great size for keeping in the boot of the car. I use it for anything that’s wet or dirty after a day outdoors. No more trying to wrap muddy gear in towels or plastic bags.
Used it on a muddy winter camping trip and it was brilliant. Loaded it with wet logs, dragged it back to camp and gave it a quick rinse afterwards. Couldn’t ask for much more.
Much better than using random plastic bags for wet gear. This feels reusable and durable, and the size is perfect for a day or weekend’s worth of messy gear.
Good quality dry bag with a really practical purpose. I use it for swimming gear and wet towels when travelling. No more putting damp stuff in plastic shopping bags.
Great for wet wood. The PVC material means I don’t have to worry about it soaking through while carrying timber back to camp. Easy to clean afterwards too.
Really like the simplicity of it. Roll it down, clip it and throw it in the back of the ute. Perfect for keeping muddy shoes and dirty gear away from everything else.
Absolutely love this thing. Can load it up properly and make one trip instead of five. Also stops bark and dirt getting all through the back of the ute.
Good quality and nicely thought out. The D-ring and buckle make it easy to secure, and the bag itself is light enough that it doesn’t become another heavy thing to carry.
This thing makes a massive difference when collecting wood. I used to carry a couple of logs at a time and make heaps of trips. Now I load it once and bring it all back.
Bought this mainly for 4WD trips and it’s already getting plenty of use. Muddy gear goes straight in here instead of making a mess of the rest of the vehicle. Compact when empty too.
Used this on our last camping trip and it saved so much time. Loaded it up with wet timber and carried everything back in one go. No mess in the car either.
Lightweight, compact and easy to throw in the car. It’s become part of my regular beach kit now. Wet towels and swimmers go straight in when we’re finished.
The waterproof PVC is a great choice. We’ve used it with wet and muddy wood and it cleans up in seconds with a hose. No nasty smells or damp canvas afterwards.
Used this on a weekend camping trip and it was one of those things I didn’t realise I needed until I had it. Wet clothes stayed separate and the rest of our gear stayed clean.
