On a recent 3-week trip, it not only strolled through the usual gauntlet of airline baggage handling and bus cargo holds, but it also survived the hazards of Grand Canyon trails. Lashed to the back of a mule, the duffel rode to the bottom of the canyon carrying a load of food for a resupply drop. The net damage done to the tough Cordura fabric was one grease smudge. The Behemoth's capacity is humongous. A comfortable leather handle made lifting the loaded monster tolerable.
Thoughtful design keeps most of the seams off the ground.
Despite the wear and tear of travel, a cup of water poured on the bottom fabric at the end of the testing period pooled up and didn't penetrate. Write a field-based equipment review and share your experience with other backpackers.