Gym bags: Hindbag Charlie and Fred Perry
Gym bags include duffle bags, workout bags, bags with a shoe compartment and large team bags.
A bag for the gym, like the Hindbag Charlie or the Fred Perry Tonal Classic Barrel, carries your workout clothes, towel and shoes; the large Quadra team bag carries everything for a competition weekend.
Hindbag Charlie gym bag
The Hindbag Charlie gym bag, from the French brand based in Paris, leads the selection, carried by hand or on the shoulder for the gym as well as for a weekend away. A women's gym bag is best chosen with an inside pocket for small items.
Fred Perry Tonal Classic Barrel gym bag
The Fred Perry Tonal Classic Barrel, a barrel bag with a tonal logo, is carried to the gym or on a short trip. A sports duffle bag fits easily into a locker.
Whistler and Quadra sports bags
The Whistler Fidel sports bag and the Quadra sports bag complete the selection, for team sports or the gym. A large sports bag carries everything for a full day of competition.
How to choose a gym bag
Choose the size according to use: small for the gym, large for team sports and tournaments. A separate shoe compartment keeps your clothes clean, a waterproof pocket keeps wet things apart, and a padded shoulder strap eases the load on your shoulder. A bag with a shoe compartment prevents odors.
Gym bag, backpack or travel bag
A gym bag opens wide and is carried by hand or on the shoulder; a backpack keeps your hands free for cycling to the gym; a travel bag, larger, goes away for several days. A gym backpack combines the two.
Gym bags, travel bags and backpacks: the full selection
Travel bags go away for a weekend, backpacks keep your hands free, and bags bring together every format. Between a gym bag and a travel bag, the first is easier to clean.
Caring for a gym bag
Empty it after every session and leave it open to air out; clean the inside with a sponge and a little soap when it smells. Store a wet shoe in a separate bag: a well-aired bag holds on to fewer odors.
Gym bag colors: black, navy or bright colors
Black and navy hide marks; bright colors are easy to spot in a locker room. A black gym bag goes with every outfit, from the gym to the office. A light-colored bag gets dirty faster on locker room floors.
Women's gym bags, black gym bags and gym bags with a reinforced base
A women's gym bag is best chosen with a separate shoe compartment, to go from the gym to the office without mixing things up. A black gym bag remains the most understated outside the club, while a blue or red one stands out in a locker room. A bag with a reinforced base stands upright and protects your things from a wet floor, and a sports backpack frees your hands on a bike.
Cheap gym bags: special offers, sale and Black Friday
A cheap gym bag can be found in the special offers on accessories and the accessories sale, and the new accessories show this season's styles. At the end of November, Black Friday accessories cuts prices on bags. Fast delivery and best price guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions about gym bags
What size bag do you need for the gym?
A medium bag is enough for a change of clothes, a towel, a water bottle and a pair of shoes. For swimming or a team sport, a larger bag keeps wet things separate.
How do you prevent odors in a gym bag?
Empty it as soon as you get back, let it dry open and keep your shoes in a separate pouch. A sachet of baking soda at the bottom absorbs odors.
Can a gym bag be taken on a plane as carry-on luggage?
A soft, medium-sized bag often goes in the cabin if it meets the airline's size limits. A soft bag squeezes more easily into the overhead compartment.
How do you wash a gym bag?
Wash it by hand in warm soapy water with a soft brush, then let it air-dry, open. Some canvas bags are machine washable: the care label says so.
Gym bag with or without wheels?
Wheels help with large team bags that have to be carried over long distances; for the gym, a shoulder bag is enough and weighs less. A rolling bag suits tournaments and travel.
