A Large Yeoman Duffel in Coyote (sandy brown) 1050 Ballistic. A Large Yeoman Duffel in Burnt Orange 1050 Ballistic. A Large Yeoman Duffel in Steel (Grey) 1050 Ballistic. A Large Yeoman Duffel in black 1050 Ballistic. A Large Yeoman Duffel in Navy (blue) 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Boreal (a light green) 1000 Texturized Nylon. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Navy (dark blue) 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Steel (dark grey) 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Burnt Orange 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Black 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Coyote (sand brown) 1050 Ballistic. A Medium Yeoman Duffel in Forest (dark green) 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Boreal (a light green) 1000 Texturized Nylon. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Coyote (sand brown) 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Black 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Burnt Orange 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Forest (dark green) 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Navy (dark blue) 1050 Ballistic. A Small Yeoman Duffel in Steel (dark grey) 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Black 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Steel (medium grey) 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Aubergine (dark purple) 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Burnt Orange 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Forest 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Black 1050 Ballistic. A Mini Yeoman Duffel in Coyote 1050 Ballistic.
Add to wishlist


Color:

Available Color options

Size:

Available Size options

A cavernous duffel bag that's ready to cheerfully lend a hand in schlepping gear to your next adventure.

17 - 71 liters / 1050 - 4330 cu. in.

TLDR

The Yeoman Duffel Bag is a capacious duffel bag, cheerfully ready to schlep gear for your next adventure. It’s likely to become your #1 go-to bag for road trips, camping, and for handling excess gear that needs to fly as checked luggage.

  • Unlike other TOM BIHN bags, which are made from flawless 1050d ballistic, the Yeoman is made of fabric that is what we call “seconds”; fabric that may have cosmetic blemishes which do not impact its utility or durability.
  • Comfortable handles
  • A big open space
  • Four sizes from "pretty small" to "real big"

Full Description

 

Seconds but Not Seconds Durability

The Yeoman is built entirely from our U.S.-made 1050 denier high-tenacity Ballistic nylon—but unlike other TOM BIHN bags, which are made from flawless 1050d ballistic, the Yeoman is made of fabric that is what we call “seconds”; fabric that may have cosmetic blemishes which do not impact its utility or durability.

Here’s the thing: we are perfectionists around here, and what our fabric inspectors consider “seconds” isn’t necessarily what our fabric mills would consider seconds. When we receive ballistic nylon with flaws, it’s ours to keep: because we are one of the last consumers of domestic 1050 ballistic, our mills no longer accept returned goods. We don't receive much flawed fabric, but we've been saving up what we do get, waiting for the right idea to come along. And so it has: the Yeoman Duffel.

So it's highly likely that you will find some small cosmetic blemishes somewhere on your Yeoman Duffel, which may include irregular shading, a streak or lighter colored yarn, a small "slub" (a knot or thick spot in the yarn), or some unevenness in the urethane coating. These blemishes or flaws are strictly cosmetic in nature, and will not impact the Yeoman's utility or durability. These peculiarities are inconsistent and will vary from bag to bag, meaning no two will be exactly alike. This also means that while you can choose the color of your Yeoman Duffel, we cannot tell you what its unique personality will be: it's 100% potluck (kind of exciting, eh?).

Grab Handles Galore

The humble Yeoman has features that are more or less common to duffel bags, but with TOM BIHN attention to detail, materials, and aesthetics. Two-inch webbing handles snap together with a padded palm grip, top dead center; under that, a generous hatch opens wide with a #10 double slider zipper for easy access. When the time come to dislodge the Yeoman from an over-stuffed car trunk or baggage carousel, simple webbing loop handles on either end make it easy. Our proprietary, heavy-duty shoulder strap attachment points are ready to accept any shoulder strap you have around, or any of ours: for a bag that can get this heavy, we recommend the über-comfortable Absolute Shoulder Strap.

A Simple Duffel with Tough Construction

The humble Yeoman has features that are more or less common to duffel bags, but with TOM BIHN attention to detail, materials, and aesthetics. Two-inch webbing handles snap together with a padded palm grip, top dead center; under that, a generous hatch opens wide with a #10 double slider zipper for easy access.  There are no pockets inside or out to confuse things, though there are five O-ring tether points: if you really want organization you can add some Organizer Pouches. The usual finished seams and stout bartacks complete the details.

The Sizes and How We've Used Them

Mini: Great for Car Gear (first aid and second aid pouches, snacks, chargers, sunscreen, water bottles. It can also be used as a basic needs overnight bag with a change of clothes, a few toiletries, and a phone charger. It's also the perfect size for hauling kid treasures: favorite blankets and stuffies nestle right in, and it's so easy to pop in Travel Stuff Sacks full of building blocks, card games, or any other little diversions).

Small: We know folks who use the Yeoman Duffel, Size Small as a golf bag or a small gym bag. We've used ours to pack food supplies for trips to the cabin. It's also great as a family day trip bag: pack your sunscreen, jackets, hats, binoculars, tablets, coloring books/art supplies, snacks, and be on your way.

Medium: The Medium is a great size for two people to share as a travel bag: let your stuff co-mingle, or use color-coded Packing Cubes to keep "mine" separate from "yours."

Large: We used our Yeoman Duffel, Size Large to pack and check on our flight (those lockable luggage sliders came in handy!) a three-person tent, four sleeping bags, four sleeping pads and a first-aid-kit for a trip to Yellowstone National Park. It can also hold enough linens for a queen sized bed: sheets, duvet/comforter, and two pillows—perfect for toting to family reunions or holiday gatherings when you know there won't be enough bedding to go around.

The Yeoman is built entirely from our U.S.-made 1050 denier high-tenacity Ballistic nylon—but unlike other TOM BIHN bags, which are made from flawless 1050d ballistic, the Yeoman is made of fabric that is what we call “seconds”; fabric that may have cosmetic blemishes which do not impact its utility or durability.

Here’s the thing: we are perfectionists around here, and what our fabric inspectors consider “seconds” isn’t necessarily what our fabric mills would consider seconds. When we receive ballistic nylon with flaws, it’s ours to keep: because we are one of the last consumers of domestic 1050 ballistic, our mills no longer accept returned goods. We don't receive much flawed fabric, but we've been saving up what we do get, waiting for the right idea to come along. And so it has: the Yeoman Duffel.

So it's highly likely that you will find some small cosmetic blemishes somewhere on your Yeoman Duffel, which may include irregular shading, a streak or lighter colored yarn, a small "slub" (a knot or thick spot in the yarn), or some unevenness in the urethane coating. These blemishes or flaws are strictly cosmetic in nature, and will not impact the Yeoman's utility or durability. These peculiarities are inconsistent and will vary from bag to bag, meaning no two will be exactly alike. This also means that while you can choose the color of your Yeoman Duffel, we cannot tell you what its unique personality will be: it's 100% potluck (kind of exciting, eh?).

The humble Yeoman has features that are more or less common to duffel bags, but with TOM BIHN attention to detail, materials, and aesthetics. Two-inch webbing handles snap together with a padded palm grip, top dead center; under that, a generous hatch opens wide with a #10 double slider zipper for easy access. When the time come to dislodge the Yeoman from an over-stuffed car trunk or baggage carousel, simple webbing loop handles on either end make it easy. Our proprietary, heavy-duty shoulder strap attachment points are ready to accept any shoulder strap you have around, or any of ours: for a bag that can get this heavy, we recommend the über-comfortable Absolute Shoulder Strap.

The humble Yeoman has features that are more or less common to duffel bags, but with TOM BIHN attention to detail, materials, and aesthetics. Two-inch webbing handles snap together with a padded palm grip, top dead center; under that, a generous hatch opens wide with a #10 double slider zipper for easy access.  There are no pockets inside or out to confuse things, though there are five O-ring tether points: if you really want organization you can add some Organizer Pouches. The usual finished seams and stout bartacks complete the details.

Mini: Great for Car Gear (first aid and second aid pouches, snacks, chargers, sunscreen, water bottles. It can also be used as a basic needs overnight bag with a change of clothes, a few toiletries, and a phone charger. It's also the perfect size for hauling kid treasures: favorite blankets and stuffies nestle right in, and it's so easy to pop in Travel Stuff Sacks full of building blocks, card games, or any other little diversions).

Small: We know folks who use the Yeoman Duffel, Size Small as a golf bag or a small gym bag. We've used ours to pack food supplies for trips to the cabin. It's also great as a family day trip bag: pack your sunscreen, jackets, hats, binoculars, tablets, coloring books/art supplies, snacks, and be on your way.

Medium: The Medium is a great size for two people to share as a travel bag: let your stuff co-mingle, or use color-coded Packing Cubes to keep "mine" separate from "yours."

Large: We used our Yeoman Duffel, Size Large to pack and check on our flight (those lockable luggage sliders came in handy!) a three-person tent, four sleeping bags, four sleeping pads and a first-aid-kit for a trip to Yellowstone National Park. It can also hold enough linens for a queen sized bed: sheets, duvet/comforter, and two pillows—perfect for toting to family reunions or holiday gatherings when you know there won't be enough bedding to go around.

Materials

Zippers

#10 YKK Coil Zipper with lockable sliders

Other Components

Tough Duraflex®, Nexus, and Woojin buckles and related components

Specs

Dimensions

Mini:  17.3” (w) x 7.7” (h) x 9.3” (d) / 440 (w) x 195 (h) x 235 (d) mm
Small: 19.5” (w) x 8.5” (h) x 11” (d) / 495 (w) x 215 (h) x 280 (d) mm
Medium: 22.8” (w) x 9.4” (h) x 13.8” (d) / 580 (w) x 240 (h) x x 350 (d) mm
Large: 25" (w) x 12.8" (h) x x 13.6" (d) / 635 (w) x 325 (h) x 345 (d) mm

Weight

Mini: 14.8 oz / 420 grams
Small: 1 lb 2 oz / 512 grams
Medium: 1 lb 6.7 oz / 643 grams
Large: 1 lbs 12 oz / 795 grams

Volume

Mini: 17 liters / 1050 cu. in.
Small: 28 liters / 1700 cu. in. 
Medium: 44 liters / 2675 cu. in. 
Large: 71 liters / 4330 cu. in. 

Total O-Rings

5

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 181 reviews
97%would recommend this product
181 reviews
  • Mike F.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, Good Storage Size, Thoughtful Design
    5 days ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, Good Storage Size, Thoughtful Design
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    The gym bag I've sought for years

    For years I have dreamed (sometimes literally?) of a perfectly sized, classic looking duffel bag that would hold everything I need to take with me to the climbing gym: running shoes, a change of clothes, climbing harness + shoes, chalk bag, some deodorant, and a towel. The Yeoman mini handles all of this with ease, and with room to spare. As usual with my Tom Bihn bags (and I think I can consider myself a groupie, at this point), the Yeoman has effortlessly improved my life to the point where I can't remember a time before I had this bag.

    I would recommend getting a shoulder strap with the mini, as getting your arm through the carry straps, in order to wear it on your shoulder, is pretty tight.

  • RJ G.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Unique, Durable
    6 days ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Unique, Durable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Amazing bag, so durable and well-made

    I bought the Boreal 1000 Texturized Nylon / Small to use as a gym bag. It is incredibly well designed. I love everything about this bag. It has D-rings sewn inside that I can use for a key clip and to also clip my AirPods case inside. I can just roll up my clean clothes and stash them inside, along with a Travel Stuff Sack to hold clothing that's ready to be laundered when I get home. Two thumbs up, exactly what I was looking for in a gym and travel bag.

  • Naomi W.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, Durable, Good Storage Size, Versatile
    3 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, Durable, Good Storage Size, Versatile
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Reliable duffle

    I am very happy with my purchase. For its small size, it contains more than I thought possible. The craftsmanship is very good.

    One thing I would like to suggest - adding a piece of material that would enable attaching the bag to a trolley handle.

  • Pete N.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Comfortable, High Quality Finishings
    3 weeks ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Comfortable, High Quality Finishings
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up

    It's great

  • Sid B.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Compact
    1 month ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, High Quality Finishings, Compact
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Small but mighty

    This might just be the best bag I own. It packs quite a punch. For a small bag it holds a weekends worth of things for me. The construction is superb and the zippers are top notch.

Reviews LoadedReviews Added
Lifetime guarantee image

Sewn in Seattle

Our bags are designed and sewn right here in Seattle, Washington, U.S.A.

That allows us to be control freaks in the best way possible; we have direct control and oversight of the quality of our materials, our products, and the jobs and working environment that we help create. It also offers us a unique spontaneity: when we have an idea for a new product or accessory, we can design it, figure out how to build it, add it to our website and be ready to ship it out our front door all within just a few weeks. How cool is that?

Intrigued? You can find out more about the unusual way we do business on our Company Philosophy page.

THE BIHN Guarantee

Everything you buy from us here at TOM BIHN is satisfaction guaranteed. We’ve been in business since 1972 and we stand behind what we make.

If something goes wrong and it's our fault, we'll fix it for free. Repairs due to normal wear and tear or due to other things that are not our fault will be performed, when possible, at a reasonable charge right here in our Seattle factory where your bag was made. Defects in materials or workmanship are uncommon and almost always evident while the product is still new. Keep in mind that bags and packs are often subject to extreme wear in everyday use: do not expect them to last forever. Only true love lasts forever! You can expect a TOM BIHN product to give years and years of hard service.

Ready to Grab
the Yeoman Duffel?

See Options