Patagonia Black Hole Mini MLC 30L (2023) - Initial Review

An overview of Patagonia's 2023 Black Hole Mini MLC 30L backpack. Designed for travel, but capable of everyday carry (EDC) use as well. Combining the storage of a duffel bag, with the organization of a backpack, while being made of weather resistant recycled polyester. This bag seems like a winner to me, but will it become the best all around EDC and travel companions? Let's put it to the test.

[DiligenceMichael]

I just purchased it! It is an awesome review. Thank you!

[pdxtechy]

I bought this bag today at Patagonia store. I love it ! My 15.4" Thinkpad, 1" thick fits snugly in laptop sleeve. Very comfortable in backpack mode !

[joanieblum]

The small strap on the bottom is actually for you to hook over the bars of a larger wheeled bag when carrying the two in and out of a taxi and/or airport for checking-in.

[ChristopherMichaelR]

I believe that they get the extra few liters to make it 30L on the stretchy side pocket as other companies do the same thing.

[bryanknecht]

I got this one for everyday use. It's a gŕeat bag for commuting but it gets uncomfortable if filled with heavy stuff (groceries). Shoulderstraps are thin and the waiststrap doesn't help much. But i'am still happy with it. No way this is a 30l, i own two 30l backpacks and i can't fit their content in the patagonia.

[phillycheaseman]

I bought the same bag in November 2022 and it was marketed as 26 L. Couple months later they changed it to 30 L even though it’s the same product. I think they get the extra liters from the back admin, panel, and inside pockets

[hippo]

Thanks for the overview! I am strongly considering to get this for everyday use - looks quite ideal to use as a work+sports bag. Guess the only problem is they are out of stock everywhere haha

[gregb]

Great review, just ordered mine in the blue as well. Can I ask you what carabiner you have attached to the one corner? Name/model# by any chance? It fits so well in that spot

[blahblahblah-zb]

would you recommend this for a baby bag?

[tyustarks]

I just got this last Wednesday, haha. hoping to use it in a future trip!

[demonspence]

Is there a risk that by trying to be 3 good bags its falls short on on being an ergonomic backpack?

[ckgonzales]

Do you think it would fit under the airline seat?

[giantasparagus]

Think I could get a 16" laptop in the sleeve? Thanks

[thorinkane]

Does this bag pack down into itself like the black hold duffel does?

[fokkor]

is there a way to adjust backstrap length?

[stanleyl.]

Is this water proof or water resistant?

[jenwang]

i love the design but i wish it could be a bit shorter as I'm only 5'2" (160cm) tall and looking for something versatile but may be 15 to 16" long. so i'm a bit hesitate if I should get it as it would look huge on my back.

[BagNomad]

Do you think it will fit 17 inch laptop? Great review.

[FelipeMolina-ceyl]

Puedes conseguirte para enseñar las otros tamaños