Herschel
Novel Tech Ecosystem™ Weekend Bag
The Herschel Novel Tech Ecosystem Weekend Bag is a large 50-liter duffel bag made from recycled polyester, ideal for short trips and weekend getaways. It features two main zippered compartments, a laptop sleeve, an externally accessible shoe compartment, a front slip pocket, grab handles, and a removable, adjustable crossbody strap. Dimensions are height 32 cm, length 52 cm, width 28 cm.
- Material
- Recycled polyester fabric
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Duffel Bags
Color
Size
Specifications
Large recycled polyester weekend bag with two main compartments, laptop sleeve, and external shoe compartment.
Removable adjustable crossbody strap, zip closures, shoe compartment.
- Material
- Recycled polyester fabric
- Occasion
- vacation, travel
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 20.5x11x12.5 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Duffel Bags
Additional Attributes
- recycled polyester fabric
- removable adjustable crossbody strap
- two main compartments with zip closure
- inner laptop compartment
- external shoe compartment
Product Insights
The Herschel Novel Tech Ecosystem Weekend Bag is made from 100% recycled polyester from post-consumer bottles, saving 50% energy versus virgin polyester, yet the 600D fabric matches virgin's strength and offers UV and moisture resistance without requiring DWR re-treatment. Its external zippered shoe compartment fits men's size 12 shoes and isolates them from clean clothes, or serves as a wet/dry sack; however, tall boots may reduce main compartment space. Additional features include a fleece-lined laptop sleeve, rigid construction for stability, and quick-drying, mildew-resistant fabric, with an empty weight of 2.8–3.0 lb.
Verified claims
- EcoSystem
- Shell and interior are 100% recycled polyester from post-consumer bottles, saving 50% energy vs virgin polyester.
- Durability
- 600D recycled polyester tests within 5–10% of virgin polyester tenacity, resists UV and moisture, and needs no DWR re-treatment.
- Shoe size fit
- Fits men's size 12 shoes, but tall boots may reduce main space.
- External access
- External zipper access allows shoe retrieval without opening the main compartment.
- Compartment isolation
- Shoe compartment isolates shoes from clean clothes to prevent dirt migration.
- Alternate uses
- When not used for shoes, the pocket serves as a wet/dry sack or quick-grab pouch.
- Fabric strength
- 600D recycled polyester resists abrasion and is nearly as strong as virgin polyester.
- Water resistance
- Low absorbency and no DWR give splash resistance that lasts for years.
- UV resistance
- Polyester resists UV degradation, so the bag is less likely to fade or lose fabric strength in sunny conditions.
- Care
- Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap, then air dry.
- Quick drying
- Polyester fabric dries quickly after wetting and resists mildew.
- UV resilience
- Recycled polyester resists UV fading better than nylon.
- Shoe compartment
- The external shoe compartment has a zippered closure and can be used as a wet/dry sack for swimwear or other damp items; the bag also features a waterproof zipper to help protect gear.
- Laptop compartment
- Fleece-lined sleeve: 9.5 x 15.25, fits laptops up to 15–16 inches.
- Empty weight
- The 45L Tech version weighs approximately 2.76 lb (1,254 g); the 50L Novel Tech may be slightly heavier.
- Recycled material impact
- The bag's exterior fabric is woven entirely from post-consumer plastic bottles, and the recycling process uses roughly 50% less energy and emits about 30% less CO2 than producing virgin polyester.
Product record
- Title
- Novel Tech Ecosystem™ Weekend Bag
- Brand
- Herschel
- Price
- 180 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Packing for weekend trips
This roomy 50 L weekender is geared toward short trips, with two zip-closed main compartments to keep gear organized. An inner laptop sleeve and an outside-access shoe compartment help you separate tech and footwear from the rest of your load. Carry it by the grab handles or use the removable, adjustable crossbody strap for hands-free transport.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Novel Tech Ecosystem™ Weekend Bag: Choose this if you want a large, spacious duffel-style bag for short trips: it offers 50 liters of capacity (about 20.5 by 12.5 by 11 inches), two zip-closed main compartments, an inner laptop compartment, and an outside-access shoe compartment. It is made from 100% recycled polyester (which the retailer says gives post-consumer plastic bottles a second life) and carries via grab handles plus a removable, adjustable crossbody strap. It comes in one size, in Black or Light Brown; note the suitability for short trips is the retailer's characterization rather than a reported outcome.[1] | Heritage Ecosystem™ Duffle Bag: Choose this if you want a classic navy duffle in Herschel's EcoSystem line, made from 100% recycled 600D polyester (excluding trims) with a TPE-coated exterior, sized at 20 by 11.75 by 10 inches (52 by 30 by 25 cm) in one size. It offers a large double-zip main compartment with a wide, U-shaped zippered opening, an interior zip mesh pocket, a front patch pocket, grab handles, and a removable, adjustable crossbody strap, and it is described as having enough space for a 3-day trip. One reviewer noted the strap lacks padding and wished for extra pockets, which may matter if you prefer padded carrying or more organization.[2,3,4,5] | Bowen Convertible Weekend Bag: Choose this if you want a black weekend bag that converts between briefcase, crossbody, and backpack carry, with a padded laptop compartment, two zip compartments, mesh dividers, and a shoe compartment. It measures about 17.25 by 11.75 by 8 inches (44 by 30 by 20 cm), and one traveler reports it fits under an airplane seat and in crowded overhead bins while looking professional enough for business trips. Note that one owner found it heavier empty than some other bags, though also sturdy and durable.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing rectangular duffel bag in a dark solid color with two wide vertical webbing straps that form carry handles and a top zip closure; a large flat front pocket panel and a small square brand patch at lower right are visible. A zippered side pocket is visible on the right end wall.
- Overall shapeRectangular soft-sided duffel with a slightly rounded top and flat base, shown upright and facing forward.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.32 · w 0.90 · h 0.48 (high) - Top closureFull-length top zipper with two zipper pulls meeting near the center top; zipper track runs along the bag crown.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.32 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Carry handlesTwo wide vertical webbing straps extend from base around the bag and form dual top handles joined by a padded wrap at the grip.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.27 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Front pocket panelLarge flat external front pocket panel spanning most of the bag width with horizontal seam at pocket top.
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x 0.07 · y 0.43 · w 0.86 · h 0.28 (high) - Right side zip pocketZipper and zip pull visible on the right end wall indicating a rounded side pocket opening; zipper pull sits near bottom-right edge.
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x 0.87 · y 0.51 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Brand patchSmall square stitched patch at lower right on the front panel with legible script-style text.
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x 0.78 · y 0.67 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Material finishTightly woven textile fabric with a smooth, slightly matte finish; webbing straps are woven and slightly shinier.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.76 · h 0.42 (high) - Visible stitchingSingle-line topstitch seams visible along pocket edges, strap attachment points, and base perimeter.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high) - Legible patch text“Herschel”
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.67 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio product shot centered on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the bag and even frontal lighting.
- Shot compositionBag centered in frame, photographed front-on with minimal perspective distortion; top handles near image midline.
- Background and surfaceUniform pale gray background and surface with a soft drop shadow directly below the bag.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse frontal lighting with subtle soft shadow under the bag indicating studio light source above-center.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the bag with fine texture and stitching visible; no motion blur.
Colors
charcoal black· main fabric#242323deep black· webbing straps and handle wrap#14120Ddark slate· brand patch#2B2B2D- Overall shapeRectangular soft-sided duffel with a slightly rounded top and flat base, shown upright and facing forward.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of the right-front portion of a black rectangular duffel bag showing top handles with snap closure, a front slip pocket, a zippered top, a detachable shoulder strap with swivel hook, and a small square sewn logo patch on the front lower panel.
- Main body shapeRectangular duffel body with slightly rounded end panel and firm structure, visible top seam lines and a smooth woven fabric surface.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Front slip pocketLarge external front slip pocket spanning most of the visible front panel, with a horizontal top opening and stitched edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.38 · w 0.66 · h 0.36 (high) - Top handles and snap closureTwo fabric carry handles joined by a wraparound snap-tab closure that uses two round snap buttons visible on the tab.
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x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.46 · h 0.22 (high) - Top zipperExposed top zipper with two zipper pulls visible in the upper-left area of the bag.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (medium) - Detachable shoulder strap hardwareBlack metal swivel hook attached to a rectangular metal ring on the bag end, connecting to a wide fabric strap; the hook and ring have a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.30 (high) - Shoulder strap and padDetachable wide fabric shoulder strap with an adjustable rectangular metal slider and a separate padded strap piece laid flat below the bag.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.70 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high) - Sewn square logo patchSmall square stitched patch on the lower front panel with a printed script wordmark.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.62 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - Logo text“Herschel”
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.62 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (medium) - Lower end zipper pullSmall zipper pull visible at the bottom-right seam of the bag end panel.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.70 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (medium) - Fabric textureTight woven synthetic textile texture visible across panels, appearing slightly sheened under lighting.
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; cropped to focus on the bag's right-front and strap details.
- Background and lightingEven neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the bag indicating studio lighting from above-left.
- Shot compositionAngled close-up framing showing the bag's right-front corner and a detached strap arranged in the foreground; top of bag is slightly cropped.
Colors
deep black· main fabric panels#0E0E0Ematte black· webbing handles and strap#0E0E0Ematte charcoal· metal hardware (hooks, rings, sliders)#1C1B1Cdark graphite· logo patch#2A292E- Main body shapeRectangular duffel body with slightly rounded end panel and firm structure, visible top seam lines and a smooth woven fabric surface.
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Product
Close-up of the top portion of a black fabric weekend bag showing the open main compartment, dual zipper sliders with rectangular pull tabs, and a padded carry handle with webbing straps.
- Top opening and interiorPartially open top main compartment with visible interior lining and a zipper track running along the bag opening; interior appears to be a smoother black fabric.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.68 · h 0.36 (high) - Dual zipper slidersTwo metal zipper sliders meeting at the center with attached rectangular pull tabs; pulls appear to have raised lettering on them.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.25 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Zipper pull text“HERSCHEL”Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.27 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (medium) - Webbing carry handlesWide black webbing straps attached to the bag, forming short carry handles; one handle has a padded wrap secured with visible stitching.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.60 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (medium) - Exterior fabric textureDense woven ballistic-style black fabric with visible diagonal weave texture across the exterior surface.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.32 · w 0.96 · h 0.66 (high) - Internal small tabSmall rectangular internal tab visible near the interior opening, embossed or printed with a small emblem or text (not fully legible).Partial
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.10 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio-shot close-up with a light gray neutral background; image is tightly cropped to show the bag top and handle area, with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-up, slightly angled top-down view focusing on the bag opening and handle area; edges of the bag extend beyond the frame on the right and bottom.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or textures.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven diffuse lighting with soft shadows beneath handles and subtle highlights on fabric weave and zipper hardware.
Colors
matte black· exterior fabric#0E0E0Eblack (webbing)· carry webbing and padded handle#131313dark gunmetal· zipper hardware and sliders#3B3B3Bblack (lining)· interior lining#0E0E0E- Top opening and interiorPartially open top main compartment with visible interior lining and a zipper track running along the bag opening; interior appears to be a smoother black fabric.
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- Brand
- Herschel
Herschel Novel Duffle Tech
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Weekend bag
Beautiful bag a Christmas gift for our son.