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Ella Vickers started her line of recycled sailcloth bags by making herself a set of bags from a discarded sail. These bags were so popular that people bought them right off of her arm, and a demand for her products began. Not only is her collection crisp and sophisticated, it is also eco-friendly, made of hi-performance Kevlar sailcloth. The designs earned her instant success, and soon she was selling totes, duffels, messenger bags, handbags, and more!

One of the basic top sellers is the Excursion Recycled Sailcloth Medium Duffel. This duffel has 5” zippered compartments on each end of the bag and another pouch pocket on the other end. This allows you to keep your wet things and dry things completely separate, or to allow you easier access to things you need regularly. This bag is ocean durable, and it is lined with waterproof vinyl and sturdy, bound Marine grade seams.

Ella Vickers even makes a Captain’s Recycled Sailcloth Briefcase. This bag is perfect for keeping your laptop, important papers, and personals organized and, of course, dry! This bag has a removable laptop sleeve, an adjustable shoulder strap (which can be adjusted and worn across the body), and two large pockets in front and back.

Are you looking for a duffel, gym bag, or sports bag in something other than black or gray? Have you thought about pink? We’ve posted a couple of times on Duffels.com about cute, fashion bags, but did you know that pink duffle bags can actually help the fight against breast cancer?

eBags.com will donate 10% of the retail sales price of any pink product purchased on their site to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. For more information, read about Pick Pink on the eBags website.

So when you’re ready to purchase your next duffel bag, consider something in pink. It’s stylish and for a good cause.

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The Adidas Elite Team Duffel Bag is one of the best basic duffel bags to own. In the classic Adidas design, this bag is perfect for the gym, for soccer practice, or for traveling with gym gear. This bag has a heavy-duty zippered main compartment, and a FreshPak lined wet/dry shoe tunnel. There is a removable dual adjustable shoulder strap, and a contoured non-slip shoulder pad for extra comfort. It comes in ten different color combinations, including black, pink, red, cobalt blue, orange, light pink, and navy.

The Nike Brasilia IV M Duffel is a great multipurpose duffel bag. Made with durable dobby materials, this bag has an ultra sturdy construction designed to carry large loads and to withstand typical, day-to-day locker room abuse. This bag opens wide to carry all of the gear you need, and the flexible interior pocket lining lets you split the load however you want between compartments, which is especially nice for carrying wet/dry loads. The bag also stands up so it is easy to pack and easy to get into. There are exterior and interior pockets for organization and storage for small items such as cell phones, keys, sunglasses, wallets, iPods, etc. This bag is also available in four different sizes: extra small, small, medium, and large, so you can choose what suits you best.

Sport Saq is the first company to design sports-specific bags. Before, the only gym sacks made were the typical duffel bags; but if you play sports, you know the benefits of having a bag specifically designed to suit the demands of the sport you play. The Sport Saq Runner Saq is designed for the serious runner. The large main compartment holds a ton of gear, and the shoe compartment has an exterior entry to double as storage for dirty clothes, etc. There is a ventilated mesh compartment on the exterior, a removable water bottle holder, an external pocket for accessories, and a removable waist pack system that will incorporate the water bottle holder and cell phone case. This bag will also convert to a backpack with the removable shoulder strap. Not only that, but there is also a padded CD/MP3 player pocket with a headphone exit port, and lined sleeves to hold twelve CDs.

The Sport Saq Baq Saq is another revolutionary bag. This bag features a see-through mesh compartment that holds a basketball, soccer ball or volleyball. There is also a ventilated shoe compartment to keep shoes separate from your clothing. This bag also has an insulated water bottle holder, a cell phone/eyeglass holder, and a padded back made of wicking fabric for carrying on hot days. Sport Saq has thought of everything from comfort to utility when designing their bags.

Ogio specializes in high quality backpacks, golf bags, duffel bags, and travel bags, and will not disappoint the discerning sports lover. The Ogio Metro bag is no exception. This backpack offers a padded side entry laptop sleeve and a fleece-lined audio pocket that is ideal for a mouse, a power cord, or other tech gear. This bag fits most 15” laptops, and the center storage area is large enough to double as a gym bag or even a diaper bag. Many people say that this bag is stylish enough to take to work, and that the padded straps make it comfortable to carry on the shoulders and back. This bag is especially great for carrying on an airplane, especially when you need to transport your laptop.

For golf lovers, the Ogio Exodus is a brilliant invention. This bag has two insulated pouches to keep beverages cold, and special storage to accommodate all sorts of things, such as divot tools, umbrellas, towels, gloves, tees, and even cigars. The bag is designed with a 10” wedge top to hold hybrid clubs, and the innovative “isolation chamber” separates your wet gear from your dry gear. There are ten fleece-lined pockets in total, as well as a zipperless ball pocket. What more could you want in a golf bag?

Heading off to college (or back to college as the case may be)? Well, among other things you’ll need including laptop bags, backpacks, pens, notebooks, and textbooks, consider getting a new duffle bag. Duffels have many uses while you’re in college including as gym bags, team sports bags, weekenders, and even luggage.

	Planning on working out between classes? A gym duffel bag is perfect for toting your shoes, clothes, towel, and water bottle with you to the gym or campus recreation center.
	If you play college sports whether on the school team or Intramural, you might find yourself in need of a sports sports team duffel to carry all your gear to and from games and practice.
	Whether you live in the dorms or in an apartment, if you travel home on the weekends or like to go on weekend road trips, a weekender duffle bag will come in handy. These bags are the perfect size for taking only what you need for a few days without being bulky like luggage.
	Finally, if you travel home for vacations such as the holidays, Spring Break, or over the summer, travel duffels are perfect as luggage. Not only do some of them meet airline carry-on size requirements like the eBags Mother Lode Mini, but quite a few styles come with wheels for easy maneuvering.

Eagle Creek is known for their innovative and quality bags, but the Eagle Creek Exploration Systems Double Down ORV Gear Bag stands out as true adventure duffel and an ideal bag for fly fishing. The reason is its flexibility in how it can be carried and the organizational features that allow you to pack a lot but separate and protect dry clothing, electronics, and other items from wet and dirty things. Here are just some of this bag’s specific features:

• Collapsible dividers in interior perfect for dual use - clothes and gear
• Drop bottom compartment is easily hosed out or wiped down - perfect for fly fishing gear that can get wet and dirty
• Internal storm flap in bottom offers increased water protection
• Hideaway backpack straps and removable padded shoulder strap for flexible carrying options
• Fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses
• Eagle Creek Pack-It accessories can easily be integrated

Do you crave the latest styles from the hottest designers? Do you want a celebrity-worthy look even at the gym? Then Ed Hardy bags are for you. Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier is one of the hottest brands worn by celebrities today, and now you can take it with you to the gym or wherever you work out. Check out some of their bags below:

Happy Independence Day! Celebrate the red, white, and blue with this True Wind Duffel. This bag is perfect for toting your blanket, sunscreen, bug spray, and snacks to the 4th of July barbecue or fireworks show. Plus, it is made from Dacron® sailcloth which makes it not only great looking, but also durable.

If you travel a lot, or are very athletic, you know that a good duffel bag is an essential accessory when it comes to transporting your sporting goods and personal items from game to game. Here are some duffel bag choices that are great no matter what sport you play; these bags will give you the space and features you need with the convenience you want.

If you like to go on skiing or snowboarding trips, you’ll definitely want a duffel bag that can hold all your supplies while you’re enjoying the slopes. Brands like CamelBak have created the SnoAngel, which is a compact bag that can fit on your shoulders and back while skiing without being cumbersome. You can fit up to 50 ounces of hydration into the backpack comfortably, and there is even a strap that goes around the sternum to eliminate back and neck pain. The bag is available in a trendy silver color, and you can also get the Moxie bag from CamelBak, which is great for surfing or camping trips.

Of course, Nike, one of the leaders in sports equipment manufacturing, has great duffel bags for the all-around athlete. The Brasilia Medium Duffel has just enough space for you to hold your water, sports drinks, and athletic uniforms, but isn’t too big that you can’t carry it with ease. The additional compartments and ID sleeve mean that you only have to carry one bag with you if you’re going to be on the court or the field all day, and the additional pouch connected to the bag for smaller items means you can organize all your belongings easily. The bag comes in a variety of colors, from light graphite, red, orange, and blue.

For a stylish duffel bag alternative, Nike has just what women are looking for. The Dance Tote from Nike is great for carrying dance shoes and outfits, as well as yoga mats and clothing. It comes with a unique design and an adjustable strap that can be worn in a number of ways for your comfort. Other stylish gym duffels for women include the Meta from Sherpani; the bag is great for moms on the go who need a quick workout, and is easy to carry. The multiple straps make transporting easy, and the multiple compartments give you the convenience of carrying the bag all day.

The next time you’re looking for a duffel bag that will serve all your needs, be sure to check out these brands to get more information on the varieties, styles, features, and colors that will suit you. Happy shopping!

Article by Tamiya King from AssociatedContent.com