Sports Duffle Bags

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There are many different kinds of bags for men and women being sold in the market today. In fact, there are so many gorgeous styles and designs that occasionally buyers are baffled as to which to buy – handbags for women, travelling bags, luggage bags, backpacks, shoulder bags, and a lot more. One of the most popular bags that nearly all people from all walks of life are into is sports duffle bags. During its early days, it came out as large cylindrical sports bag with an opening at the top. This bag is commonly used to carry sports gear and equipment. Athletes, seafarers and military men use duffle bags as well.

Customer Reviews:
"The shoe pocket in this bag is key, it keeps any dirt/mud/grass separated from the rest of your stuff.The bag also has a convenient mesh pocket inside the main opening that is good for holding small things (sunscreen, nail clippers, keys, whatever).

One thing to be aware of is that the shoulder strap is pretty long, even when you pull it to the shortest setting it is tough to ride a bike with this bag since it hangs down below the seat (at least for me).

The bag is quite large, you can easily fit cleats, water, shorts, pants, a couple of jerseys, and some food.I use this bag for Ultimate Frisbee, and I can fit everything I need for a tournament in the bag with plenty of room to spare.Overall I am very happy with my purchase.
" – Jonathan N. Klein

Customer Reviews:
"The shoe pocket in this bag is key, it keeps any dirt/mud/grass separated from the rest of your stuff.The bag also has a convenient mesh pocket inside the main opening that is good for holding small things (sunscreen, nail clippers, keys, whatever).

One thing to be aware of is that the shoulder strap is pretty long, even when you pull it to the shortest setting it is tough to ride a bike with this bag since it hangs down below the seat (at least for me).

The bag is quite large, you can easily fit cleats, water, shorts, pants, a couple of jerseys, and some food.I use this bag for Ultimate Frisbee, and I can fit everything I need for a tournament in the bag with plenty of room to spare.Overall I am very happy with my purchase.
" – Jonathan N. Klein

Customer Reviews:
"The bag itself is pretty good. Durable, and the zipper holds up even when the bag is stuffed to full capacity. One thing I think could be better are the handles and strap. On other duffel bags I've seen they have additional padding on the handles and strap, which this bag doesn't have. If you're not putting heavy things in the bag, it doesn't matter as much, but if you're using this bag for a bit heavier things, the strap is something to watch for. For this price, though, I'm not complaining! " – kihjugft ftygyg

Customer Reviews:
"I was a little skeptical of the quality since the pictures don't really show too much detail, but I've been very pleased with this bag.Good price, nice and roomy inside (room for pair of sneakers, shower shoes, 2 gym outfits, small towel), durable nylon fabric, and big fat zippers that are easy to open with one hand.Very pleased overall. " – B. Ray

Customer Reviews:
"I'm using this bag to go to the gym and it's the perfect size.I can carry all I need, a towel, shoes, etc.The only problem is the fact that there's no shoulder pad on the strap.Other then that as very good purchase. " – P. Metivier

Customer Reviews:
"Great gym bag - holds a ton of stuff!I really like the separate compartment for my sneakers.The other side pocket is great for holding the toiletries I lug to and from the gym.The front pocket is great for my ipod, keys, gym card, etc.I've received a lot of compliments on this bag! " – Julie A. Scarpa

Customer Reviews:
"The bag is really cute and it's a perfect size. Plus it has a bunch of different pouches and compartments to put different things. I especially like the shoe compartment on the side of the bag. My only complaint is that it squeaks while your walking. Not a deal breaker for me. " – lashae ludi

Customer Reviews:
"Great gym bag - holds a ton of stuff!I really like the separate compartment for my sneakers.The other side pocket is great for holding the toiletries I lug to and from the gym.The front pocket is great for my ipod, keys, gym card, etc.I've received a lot of compliments on this bag! " – Julie A. Scarpa

Customer Reviews:
"My son is a swimmer and needed something that could carry workout clothes, school clothes, 2 pairs of shoes, 2 towels, soap/shampoo, a jammer, and snacks. I was worried before ordering that bag that there would be enough room. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived as it is exactly the right size for all of his stuff. It's also a light weight, yet well built. There are separate compartments to keep things separated. Shoes go on one end, snack on the other. The adjustable shoulder strap is padding and curved so it conforms to your shoulder - perfect if you ride a bike or motorcycle.

Basically, if you are a swimmer, soccer, basketball or other sports player and need to keep everything in one bag for your busy lifestyle, this is exactly what this is for. You could fit a ball in here too if you made room. And yes, this is genuine Nike gear.
" – Andy in Utah

Customer Reviews:
"I had bought a gator bag and decided to try a small duffle bag from this company.

First of all in the picture the material looks a bit shiny, it is extremely heavy duty and has a ballistic style diamond pattern that was better than expected.

Straps wrap around the bag to support the bag on the bottom, heavy duty zipper very rugged bag.

It is a overbuilt HD bag and a great value for the buck, the only thing i would add is a inside pocket.
" – Jim Maule

There are virtually hundreds of sports duffel bags that you can choose from and it is kind of confusing to get the right one for your needs as these products now come in many styles, forms, and sizes. Of course, one tip in buying sports duffel bags is to base it on the kind of lifestyle you live. If you go to the gym much more often than any other activity, then get the size that will fit all the gym wear and equipment you need. If you go traveling a lot, with the need for lots of clothes, a large duffel bag would be perfect.

Choose sports duffel bags with many side pockets so you can very easily organize little things. Take into consideration the material of the bag you are buying and check if it can support a heavy weight. It is also better if you go for materials that are stain and dirt resistant. Consider checking the strength of the handles, zippers – if there are any, metal buttons, and the lining of the bag you are amused in buying. Remember that duffel bags have to have versatility, expandability, quality and durability.

Customer Reviews:
"Great gym bag - holds a ton of stuff!I really like the separate compartment for my sneakers.The other side pocket is great for holding the toiletries I lug to and from the gym.The front pocket is great for my ipod, keys, gym card, etc.I've received a lot of compliments on this bag! " – Julie A. Scarpa

Customer Reviews:
"The bag is really cute and it's a perfect size. Plus it has a bunch of different pouches and compartments to put different things. I especially like the shoe compartment on the side of the bag. My only complaint is that it squeaks while your walking. Not a deal breaker for me. " – lashae ludi

Customer Reviews:
"Great gym bag - holds a ton of stuff!I really like the separate compartment for my sneakers.The other side pocket is great for holding the toiletries I lug to and from the gym.The front pocket is great for my ipod, keys, gym card, etc.I've received a lot of compliments on this bag! " – Julie A. Scarpa

Customer Reviews:
"My son is a swimmer and needed something that could carry workout clothes, school clothes, 2 pairs of shoes, 2 towels, soap/shampoo, a jammer, and snacks. I was worried before ordering that bag that there would be enough room. I was pleasantly surprised when it arrived as it is exactly the right size for all of his stuff. It's also a light weight, yet well built. There are separate compartments to keep things separated. Shoes go on one end, snack on the other. The adjustable shoulder strap is padding and curved so it conforms to your shoulder - perfect if you ride a bike or motorcycle.

Basically, if you are a swimmer, soccer, basketball or other sports player and need to keep everything in one bag for your busy lifestyle, this is exactly what this is for. You could fit a ball in here too if you made room. And yes, this is genuine Nike gear.
" – Andy in Utah

Customer Reviews:
"I had bought a gator bag and decided to try a small duffle bag from this company.

First of all in the picture the material looks a bit shiny, it is extremely heavy duty and has a ballistic style diamond pattern that was better than expected.

Straps wrap around the bag to support the bag on the bottom, heavy duty zipper very rugged bag.

It is a overbuilt HD bag and a great value for the buck, the only thing i would add is a inside pocket.
" – Jim Maule

Customer Reviews:
"I have been looking for a good, fairly inexpensive bag that would carry my basketball and basketball shoes. This does so with room to spare. Even with my bulky water bottle added to the two there's plenty of room left, and the bag is much more durable than my previous bag that started to get holes in it after about a year. " – Mikael Pryor "Video Editor"

Customer Reviews:
"X-small duffel bag was the perfect size for my gym care. At first I thought it would have been too small but it was just right. Ventilated side is good for shoesand sweaty gears. Unbelievable spacious. Looks very cool. " – Pierre R. Williams

Customer Reviews:
"When I got this bag in the mail the other day it was slightly bigger than I thought it was going to be. I only need this bag for the gym so it definitely holds everything I take with tons of room to spare. So far this bag is in good shape and I haven't had any issues with it yet but it's only been 5 days. If anything changes I'll be sure to post an updated review. For the money, you can't go wrong. Also, the color in the picture is dull compared to the color of the bag. " – Faye

Customer Reviews:
"This gym bag is perfect for my trips to the gym.The material and hardware are sturdy, the shoe/wet bag roomy and thick, and the pockets helpful. The size is "just right"and holds everything I need, including a change of clothes and toiletries.The water bottle sleeve is plenty big, and secured by a string tether.If you don't need the CD pocket, you can store your wallet and cell phone there, and your IPod or MP3 player in the internal mesh pocket. The outside mesh pocket will hold a rolled-up magazine, snacks, keys or incidentals. I'm happy with my purchase, and recommend this bag. " – BillyD

Customer Reviews:
"I was torn between getting this bag or the medium sized one. The price difference at the time was only $10, but I didn't want to go for overkill. My decision came down to, "well, I can use this bag for trips and stuff too", so I went with the large. It's a very nice sized bag. What I mainly looked for in reviews was to see what everyone could fit in it. I was curious if my gym stuff, plus my military uniform could fit, and it definitely does. I *easily* fit a pair of boots, camo pants, t-shirt, camo shirt, towel, and shower stuff. With tons of room to spare. I easily could have gone with the medium for gym-stuff alone, but don't regret the large one bit since I can use it for other stuff as well. Great bag, great material, lots of storage and pockets for extras. No regrets, no complaints. " – The Steel Phantom

Customer Reviews:
"X-small duffel bag was the perfect size for my gym care. At first I thought it would have been too small but it was just right. Ventilated side is good for shoesand sweaty gears. Unbelievable spacious. Looks very cool. " – Pierre R. Williams

Customer Reviews:
"I was torn between getting this bag or the medium sized one. The price difference at the time was only $10, but I didn't want to go for overkill. My decision came down to, "well, I can use this bag for trips and stuff too", so I went with the large. It's a very nice sized bag. What I mainly looked for in reviews was to see what everyone could fit in it. I was curious if my gym stuff, plus my military uniform could fit, and it definitely does. I *easily* fit a pair of boots, camo pants, t-shirt, camo shirt, towel, and shower stuff. With tons of room to spare. I easily could have gone with the medium for gym-stuff alone, but don't regret the large one bit since I can use it for other stuff as well. Great bag, great material, lots of storage and pockets for extras. No regrets, no complaints. " – The Steel Phantom

Another thing that people consider when buying bags is the color. Color will depend greatly on your taste and preference… or maybe your mood for the day. If you are having a hard time finding the right color you like from your local store, a good option is finding it on the internet. Internet shopping is so easy nowadays and you will certainly appreciate much more options from many of the online retail stores. Just make sure you are buying from a reliable online store so you can be sure of the quality of the product you are buying.

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