What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I’ve used the Nomad 40 for quick climbing trips, ski weekends, and gym sessions. It’s burly enough for gear abuse but still small enough to carry on a plane. The backpack straps are padded and tuck away easily, and I really like the storage cube it comes with for ropes or shoes."We throw the La Sportiva Nomad 40 Duffel Bag over our shoulder when a long weekend of gear-heavy adventure is calling. Whether we’re flying to a climbing destination or road-tripping to the mountains, the Nomad 40 keeps our load organized, protected, and easy to carry—without needing to check a bag. Built with recycled Robic® 630D and 420D Oxford nylon, the Nomad 40 shrugs off rough baggage handling, crag abrasion, and unpredictable weather thanks to its laminate-backed, PFAS-free DWR finish. Padded shoulder straps quickly convert for backpack mode, and an external zip pocket plus interior mesh compartments keep gear sorted and accessible. It even includes a separate compressible storage bag for ropes, shoes, or laundry. Tough, functional, and just the right size to go anywhere—we take it every time.