Keep It Light® Nylon
Weekender Duffles
Meet the carry-on you'll never travel without. Designed for maximum space and minimal weight, the Keep it Light® Weekender is your perfect lightweight nylon duffle bag built for quick getaways, road trips, and overnight stays.
frequently asked questions
The Keep It Light Weekender measures 18.5″ wide × 12″ tall × 7″ deep, with a small front zipper pocket and an interior zipper pocket. It's made from 100% ripstop nylon (130 gsm) and is sized to fit in the overhead bin on most major airlines and tuck under most plane seats when soft-packed.
Yes. The Keep it Light® Weekender is sized to fit as a carry-on on most major US airlines, both in the overhead bin and under the seat in front of you when it’s not fully stuffed. The built-in trolley sleeve on the back also lets you secure the Weekender onto the handle of your rolling luggage for easier airport navigation on connecting flights.
Keep it Light® Nylon is a 100% ripstop nylon with a water-resistant DWR coating, designed for lightweight travel and carry-on use. Splash-Proof® is ALOHA Collection’s signature water-resistant material designed specifically to keep wet items separate from dry used in pouches, totes, and beach bags. Many travelers carry both: a Keep it Light® Weekender as the main bag, plus a Splash-Proof® pouch inside for wet swimsuits or toiletries.
The Keep it Light® Weekender is water-resistant, not fully waterproof. The 100% ripstop nylon is treated with a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coating that protects against rain and splashes, but heavy exposure to water can permeate.
The Keep It Light® Weekender is easy to clean. Wipe down with a damp cloth for daily maintenance, hand wash with mild soap in the sink for deeper cleans, or toss it in the washing machine on the delicate cycle. Always lay flat to dry, avoid the tumble dryer to protect the ripstop nylon and DWR coating.
More than you expect! For a typical 2-to-4-day warm weather trip, the Keep it Light® Weekender can fit: 2–3 outfits (folded or rolled), a pair of shoes, a toiletry kit, pajamas, and a small tech kit. It's also big enough to use as a hospital/maternity bag, or a gym bag with extra clothes and shoes. The shape is unstructured and packs down flat, so it carries softer items efficiently.
Yes, there is a pass-through trolley sleeve on the back of the bag, which slides over the telescoping handle of any standard rolling suitcase. This lets you stack the Weekender on top of your rolling luggage so it travels with you through the airport hands-free.
Absolutely. Many customers use the Keep it Light® Weekender as a gym or gear bag to pack workout clothes, sneakers, a change of clothes, and toiletries for a post-workout shower. The water-resistant ripstop nylon means sweaty clothes and damp towels are easy to clean and the bag wipes clean for daily use.
The Keep it Light® Weekender starts at $78 and special edition collection prices vary.
Why Travelers, Carry-On Pros & Weekend Travelers Love the Keep it Light® Weekender
Ripstop Nylon Material: Made from 100% ripstop nylon with a water-resistant DWR coating. Lightweight enough that it doesn’t weigh you down, durable enough to be ready for whatever your trip throws at it.
Carry-On Approved: At 18.5″ wide × 12″ tall × 7″ deep, the Keep It Light® Weekender is sized to fit in the overhead bin on most major US airlines, and compressible enough to tuck under most seats when soft-packed.
Built-In Trolley Sleeve: A pass-through sleeve on the back slides over your rolling luggage handle so the Weekender rides effortlessly through the airport with you. From curb to gate, no juggling bags and no drama.
Lightweight + Packable: Weighs next to nothing and compresses down into your luggage. Pack one inside your suitcase as a “just in case” bag for the trip home.
Smart Organization: A small front zipper pocket holds your boarding pass, phone, and passport for quick access at security. An interior zipper pocket keeps valuables safe inside. Padded handles with velcro closure make the bag comfortable to carry fully packed.
Easy to Clean: Wipe down with a damp cloth, hand wash in the sink, or toss in the washing machine on the delicate cycle and lay flat to dry. The ripstop nylon resists rain, spills, and travel messes.
Prints You’ll Love: Every Keep it Light® Weekender features an original ALOHA Collection prints.
How Real Travelers Use Their Keep it Light® Weekender
Here's how real travelers actually use theirs:
As a Carry-On for Short Trips: For 2-to-4 day trips, the Keep it Light® Weekender fits 2-3 outfits, a pair of shoes, toiletries, and a small tech kit. The compressible structure means it slides into the overhead bin even on smaller regional aircraft.
As a Weekend Getaway Bag: Friday afternoon to Sunday night: clothes, shoes, toiletries, charger, book. Built for the “grab and go” weekend without the bulk of a suitcase.
As a Hospital or Maternity Bag: Roomy enough for your labor-and-delivery kit (change of clothes, going-home outfit, baby essentials, snacks) and lightweight enough for your partner to carry along with everything else.
As a Wedding or Event Weekend Bag: Carry your outfit, shoes, and accessories without checking a bag. Padded handles and trolley sleeve keep things polished from car to hotel to ceremony.
As a Beach Weekend Bag: Towels, coverups, multiple swimsuits, sunscreen, a book, and a hat. The water-resistant nylon shakes off sandy gear, and pair it with our Splash-Proof® bags for extra protection to keep your wet and dry belonging separate.
As a Packable Extra Bag: Stash an empty Weekender inside your checked luggage on the way to a destination. On the way home, pull it out for souvenirs, dirty laundry, or a shopping trip you didn't plan on.
As a Kids' Travel Bag: Pack a few days' worth of kids' clothes, pajamas, play gear, and stuffed animals. Light enough for older kids to carry their own bag through the airport.
Not sure if the Keep it Light® Weekender is the right travel bag for you? Here's how it compares to the rest of ALOHA Collection’s Keep it Light® Nylon travel lineup:
Bag | Best For | Trip Length | Style | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Commute, school, day trip | Daily use | Backpack | $68 | |
Studio to street, day out | Half-day to day out | Compact duffle | $68 | |
Workouts, gym, short trip | 1–2 days | Sport duffle | $74 | |
Carry-on travel, overnight, | 2–4 days | Weekender duffle | $78 | |
Parenting + travel | Daily use | Diaper bag | $168 |
Build Your ALOHA Collection Travel Set
The Keep It Light® Weekender works even better as part of a full ALOHA Collection travel set. Pack it with a Mid Pouch or MAX Splash-Proof® Pouch for your clothes, a Dopp Kit for toiletries, a Small Pouch as a wet bikini bag, and a Mini Pouch for cards and cash. Pair it with a Nylon Backpack or Nylon Zipper Tote for your personal item to create your own travel set.