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Yes Yes, Lacrosse season may “technically” be over. But for us enthusiasts, Lacrosse is a year-round sport. Being a middie myself, I though I might give all you lacrosse junkies the heads up on one of my favorite lacrosse bags, the Under Armor Midfielder Backpack. Perhaps one of the more versatile lacrosse packs, the Midfielder can be used as an everyday backpack as well as a lacrosse specific pack. The pack sports a mesh water bottle holder, fleece lined media pocket, and a stick sleeve. The bag is super durable, and if you are anything like me, your lacrosse bag takes a regular beating. All in all the Under Armor Midfielder Backpack really puts its money where its mouth is.

                                     

Getting to your yoga class in style is almost as important as the sun salutations and downward dogs you’ll be doing there. Having a yoga bag that carries your clothes, towels and other necessities in addition to your mat is a huge plus. These bags offer a zen state of mind even before you begin your workout with their practical and stylish designs. Namaste Yogis!

Yes, I am referring to Athalon’s duffel as a “he.”

You see, I’ve always been slightly biased against duffel bags since I saw (and consequently fell in love with) the Lindsey Lohan remake of “The Parent Trap” as a child. You see, in one of the opening scenes, her duffel bag gets thrown into the bottom of a dog pile of the strange packing containers and after that my subconscious must’ve attached the ideas of “duffel bag” and “getting-squished-to-death-retrieving-your-stuff” and never managed to completely recover. And it didn’t stop there.

Any camp movie was enough to make me think cabins, bug spray and duffel bags. Be it 1995’s “Heavyweights,” or the Olson twins’ “It Takes Two,” I still can’t get the image of stacks and stacks of duffel bags being loaded off of buses out of my head!

Now I wouldn’t go as far as calling it a phobia, but I was always the kid who chose to take a wheeled suitcase or who stuffed a backpack so tightly the zippers sometimes exploded rather than resorting to the classic duffle.

Over the last few years I’ve started to understand that duffels do not have to be synonymous with luggage mountains or the sports duffels of traveling soccer teams in matching Adidas warm-ups.

 

Yet I had never met a duffle that caught my eye and called out to me. That is until I was wandering around the office and bumped into this little fella who decided he was not going to blend in.

 

Nope, this duffle had a swagger from day one. And that’s why I love him so.

The Golf Season has finally come upon us. And if your dad’s anything like mine, golf has consumed their minds.

This week, the US Open Golf Championship opened up to rainy weather. But they’ve already managed to hit the middle of the tournament. On the 21st, the trophies will be handed out and the tournament will come to a close. Just in time for father’s day.

If you’re pulling out your hair trying to find a last minute gift why not combine the two things your dad will be doing this summer? Which might very well be watching the US Open and cranking out his own golfing skills.

For the dad who’s just chipped in for a brand new set of Callaway clubs, or the dad that’s been hitting it away with Dunlop, consider a new golf bag. Whether it’s to make the weight easier on him, or maybe just to let him organize and preserve that new set of clubs, there’s a bag for every dad.

 

Traveling from the office to the gym can be done with style…carrying a leather duffel helps this seamless transition! Classic styles in high-quality leather are a great investment. Not only can they be used for the gym, but also for short business trips, weekend getaways, or even day carry-alls for where ever you may be headed. Although they are a bit pricier than the usual nylon options, they will not only last, but also get that great worn-in look!

                                   

 

Summertime for many of us means getting out on that nearest lake, river. This also means that most of us need a way to keep our gear dry. Now, waterproof duffels are no new invention, but Pacific Outdoor Equipment FINALLY released a duffel with a window pane. This means no more rooting through stacks of cloths and gear to find that one piece you are looking for. Now for those of you who are hunting for your first dry-bag, take it from us, unpacking your entire bag to find one item gets old really fast. These new window bags can save you tons of time and hassle.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Pacific Outdoor Equipment’s Dry Cylinders are totally waterproof and carry a lifetime warranty against defects in material or workmanship. They come in 4 sizes and colors as well, depending on just how much gear you need to pack. Now go get out there and keep you gear dry while you conquer that class 5!

When someone mentions backpacks, what comes to mind? School children with book bags?

Maybe you think of a bunch of different images. That’s because backpacks are truly a versatile type of bag. Even packs designated as “school bags” can have multiple uses including travel and sports.

There are, however, types of backpacks designed for specific activities. Hiking backpacks are a good example of this. Other examples include bat backpacks, hunting backpacks, lacrosse backpacks, ball bags, and hydration backpacks.

Below are some examples of the more unique backpacks tailored for specific sports and activities.

Under Armour Cage 2 Batpack Baseball	Nike Lacrosse Stick Backpack Lacrosse	High Sierra Ahimsa Daypack Yoga	Speedo Volley Pro Backpack Volleyball
Original Ball Bag NBA Backpack Basketball	Adidas Barricade Tour Pack Tennis	Maxpedition Condor-II Backpack Hunting	Precision Pak Skateboard Pack Skateboarding

Golf players know that not all golf bags are equal, but here’s one that stands out from the crowd. The adidas Golf Ladies Ascend Stand Bag is one beautiful golf stand bag. It comes in two vibrant colors - aqua and pink - and is loaded with features including a rainhood, anatomically correct strap system, insulated water bottle sleeve, five full-sized pockets with one velour lined for valuables, full length shaft dividers, and an ultra-light stand/base system. So now when the ladies want to hit the links, they don’t have to carry around some bland, cold bag with no color, style, or character.

We’re coming to the end of ski and snowboard season and while that doesn’t sound like much fun, there is an upside - SALES! Now is the time to stock up for next year. If you need new equipment you can find some great prices as stores try to clear out their inventory. And even if you don’t need new equipment, you can save on ski and snowboard brand items. A great example right now is Dakine backpacks. There are many styles available at sale prices at stores and online retailers like eBags. But take advantage soon before items sell out and you’re left paying full retail price come next season.

Heli Pro 20L Sale $79.99 11% off	Varial Pack 2008 $34.99 13% off	Tactic 2007 $89.99 10% off	Park Pack 2007 $54.99 21% off

Fanny packs keep your valuables close and your hands free. It is a great bag for cautious travelers, as it safely harbors the most essential travel items close to you. There are many different styles of fanny packs, so consider what purpose your fanny pack will serve.

The Mountainsmith Dart is perfect for athletes. This pack comes with a convenient water bottle holder and a breathable waistbelt. The reflectable trim will keep you safe at night and the wicking back panel will sweep away any sweat that might gather between your back and the bag. If you’re a woman who would rather leave the sports behind and instead loves to travel, the Kipling Presto Deluxe Waistpack is a stylish and functional fanny pack. Keep your wallet and passport close to you in the interior organizer pockets and use the adjustable waiststrap for comfort. Keep first aid supplies in the two outer zippered pockets.