Sports and travel bags

What size of bag for the gym

For a weightlifting or fitness session, a bag of thirty to forty litres is enough to carry a change of clothes, a pair of shoes, a towel, and a water bottle. Beyond fifty litres, we enter the weekend or tournament format, which can be bulkier in a locker. A separate shoe compartment, often ventilated, keeps the soles and wet items away from the rest.

The club bag, like the Hummel Core or the Errea bag, features a large main pocket and a few pockets for smaller items: simple and lightweight, it fits at the bottom of a locker. An adjustable and padded shoulder strap helps ease the load on the shoulder during the journey.

The other accessories

Fitness accessories also come in various forms:

• Backpacks.
• Fitness towels.
• Locks.
• Fitness Accessories.
• Electronics.

All accessories are gathered on the accessories page.

Duffles Base Camp, Gaston Luga and Eastpak: durability while travelling

The The North Face Base Camp duffle is made for adventure: a 1000 denier TPE laminate body, ballistic nylon at the bottom, water-resistant finish. It can be carried by hand, on the shoulder, or on the back thanks to its detachable straps, and is available in small size, around fifty litres, to the medium model of about seventy-one litres. The Gaston Luga Däsh Weekender, from the Swedish minimalist brand, features a polyurethane-coated fabric that is water-resistant and easy to clean.

The Eastpak Wheel, with wheels, can be pulled effortlessly through train stations and airports. The Craft Squad and the waterproof OverBoard duffle cope with rain and wet ground on the sidelines.

Combat, badminton, and club bags: specialized formats

Some sports require a dedicated bag. The Kwon bags, in the colours of jiu-jitsu or taekwondo, offer a large capacity for the gi or dobok, belt, and protective gear; the bag Fairtex, a Thai boxing brand, swallows gloves, wraps, and shin guards. The trolley Yonex combines wheels and compartments to carry rackets and badminton attire to the gym.

For basketball fans, the bag in the colours of the Boston Celtics displays the club's colours. Whatever the model, you should empty the bag after each session and leave it open to dry: a forgotten damp towel is enough to create odors.

Good deals

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Frequently asked questions

How to avoid bad smells in a sports bag?

Empty it as soon as you return, isolate wet items in the shoe compartment or a fabric bag, and leave it to dry wide open. A sachet of baking soda placed at the bottom absorbs moisture between cleanings.

Can a duffle fit in the cabin on a plane?

Yes, as long as it meets the airline's size requirements, often around fifty-five centimetres long. Small, soft duffles slip more easily into overhead compartments than rigid suitcases of the same volume.

How to wash a sports bag?

Most can be cleaned by hand, using a sponge, warm water, and mild soap, rather than in the machine, which can damage coatings and reinforcements. For laminated fabrics like that of the Base Camp, a damp cloth is sufficient, followed by air drying.

Bag with wheels or bag to carry: which to choose?

The bag with wheels, like the Eastpak Wheel or the trolley Yonex, relieves the back on long journeys at the station or airport. The duffle to carry, lighter when empty, can go anywhere, from subway stairs to unpaved parking lots.

What material to choose for a durable sports bag?

Thick polyester and ballistic nylon stand up well to wear and locker room floors. Coated or laminated fabrics, like TPE, add waterproofing and can be easily cleaned with a sponge, a real plus for a bag placed at the edge of the playing fields.