The Best Men’s Gym Bags For 2024
So, you’ve spent time putting together what you’ll wear to work tomorrow (and maybe even the day after that), and gym prep is next up. Meal planning aside, there are some small details most guys tend to forget when packing up for the gym. Specifically, the bag being used to haul around your gym gear.
It stands to reason that if you put thought into your gym gear, your workout routine and what you’re going to eat (and wear) afterward, the same logic should follow for how you get that gear from point A to point B — right? In fact, in addition to being a tremendous style upgrade, a great gym bag can motivate you to put that much more care into your approach before you even set foot in the gym — and in that case, you’re already winning.
Plus, the best men’s gym bags do more than just carry your gear — they’re stylish, effective and versatile, with more than enough room for your everyday carry and the ability to go to the office afterward. Still not sold? Pick out one of these gym bags and then hit the squat rack.
GORUCK Gym Bag
If you’re the kind of guy who just throws everything into their gym bag, GoRuck’s bag is just the thing for you. Available in sizes up to forty-five liters, it’s got a sizeable primary storage compartment, internal shoe compartment, two more internal pockets, and three external pockets so you can fit all your gym essentials with room to spare.
It’s incredibly tough, too, built from water-resistant 420-denier Ripstop Nylon, YKK Zippers, and zipper pull tabs constructed from parachute 550 cord. Best of all, it’s backed by a Scars Lifetime Guarantee to ensure that in the case of any defects or damage, it’ll be swiftly repaired or replaced.
Price: $145
Adidas Defender Duffel Bag
The Defender is Adidas’ latest-and-greatest in their line of gym bags, and once you test it out, you’ll see why it’s a huge upgrade on their older models. The bag has structure so it stands up and stays in place on its own, with a water-resistant base that will shrug off wet, mud, and snow wherever you set it down.
The fabric of the bag itself is incredibly sturdy, too, capable of surviving years of bus, plane, and train rides. Between the dual padded handles and the detachable shoulder strap, you’ve got plenty of carrying options. Thanks to its spacious interior, ventilated shoe compartment, and front pocket, the bag makes organizing your gym gear a breeze.
Price: $45
Haven Athletics Gym Duffel
I (Andy) use this bag every single day. The interior is divided into multiple compartments perfect for all the gear I take to the gym: boxing gloves, hand wraps, lifting gloves, lifting belt, water bottle, towels, a change of clothing, headphones, and wallet. The bag also comes with a dedicated shoe compartment that fits my Size 13 shoes nicely.
It’s incredibly tough (made from 1050-denier ballistic nylon), easy to organize, and sized just right for all my gym essentials. It’s even got a mesh exterior pocket where I can stick my sweat-soaked gym clothes after a heavy training session. This is a gym bag I’ll gladly rave about to anyone and everyone.
Price: $349 $299
Gymshark Medium Everyday Gym Bag
For the guy who has to go from work to the gym and back again, the Gymshark Medium Everyday Gym Bag is the perfect companion. The bag’s fabric is made from an ultra-tough blend of polyester and PVC that will stand up to your daily commute or e-scooter ride, and the adjustable shoulder strap and carry handles are wonderfully padded for a more comfortable carry.
Thanks to the spacious interior and many pockets— small slip pockets and a wet pocket/shoe tunnel—you’ve got space enough to stow your gym essentials when at work, and your work essentials when at the gym.
Price: $54
The Ultimate Gym Bag 2.0
FocusGear designed this to be the “ultimate gym bag” (it’s right there in the name and everything!), and it definitely does a pretty good job of measuring up to the claim. There are 10 interior and exterior pockets in addition to the main compartment, including space for a 32-ounce water bottle, and two “wet pockets” made from water-resistant fabric that’ll fit your dirty clothes and muddy shoes.
The spacious opening makes it easy to access all your bag’s contents and facilitates efficient packing. Thanks to the sturdy exterior and interior fabric and reinforced stitching, it’s tough enough to last you for years of daily training.
Price: $29+
Zero Foxtrot Woobie Gym Duffle
If you’re all about maximizing space, give this sixty-liter duffel by Zero Foxtrot a try. The Woobie is the largest of the bags on our list, ensuring you have plenty of room to store your shoes (in their own dedicated compartment), clothes, lifting belt, gloves, bottles, supplements, a change of outfits, and so much more.
Details like metal hardware, ripstop interior and exterior panels, and webbing straps and handles make this bag tough as nails, and the inner and outer pockets make organizing all your gym gear a breeze. But it’s not just big—it’s also one of the most affordably priced duffels on our list, too.
Price: $70
Ekster Weekender Bag
Ekster built the Weekender duffel for convenient travel, be it on an overseas getaway or a quick escape to the gym. Built from premium-quality rip-resistant canvas, it’s tough as nails and capable of shrugging off rain, mud, and snow—great for taking on your motorbike or e-scooter. The Italian vachetta leather accents give it a pop of elegance that will set you apart from the crowd, as will the fact that it’s limited edition (just 150 made).
The interior compartments have been designed to maximize space and fit everything you’ll be carrying, from clothes to shoes to your laptop to small electronics. This is the sort of bag you’ll use at the gym every day and still want to pack for your road trip or tropical holiday.
Price: $315
Tracksmith Club Duffel
Tracksmith’s Club Duffel is definitely the golden mean of gym bags. It’s not too big, and not too small. It’s not too expensive, and it’s not too cheap. It’s made of just the right materials—canvas and leather for both durability and style. And it’s fully capable of holding just what you need: Shoes, deodorant and soap, a day’s worth of workout gear, and your keys and phone (in a zippered pocket).
Price: $128
Bellroy Lite Duffel Bag
There are plenty of durable duffel bags for your gym gear out there. But how many of them are made entirely of recycled plastic bottles? Bellroy’s Lite Duffel is as tough as it is environmentally friendly, with a recycled ripstop construction and a half dozen pockets to organize your essentials. A reinforced edge gives it enough structure to stay firmly open when unzipped. And just for good measure, it’s backed by Bellroy’s standard three year warranty on all their gear.
Price: $139
Hard Graft Game Gym Bag
There’s no doubt that Hard Graft’s Game Gym Bag is one of the most distinctive duffels on this list. Black coated canvas gives it a leather-like appearance with the flexibility and durability of canvas, and Italian leather accents make it a real showpiece. The interior is lined with a dark grey wool that’s both beautiful and functional; the fibers are naturally odor resistant and antibacterial. It’s a gym bag for the discerning gentleman.
Price: $575
Mack Weldon Ion Weekender Bag
One of my favorite recent innovations in material technology is silver ion treatment. By adding tiny bits of silver to natural or synthetic fibers, designers can create a permanent anti-odor treatment that holds up even after repeated washing. Mack Weldon’s Ion Weekender Bag is fully equipped with this tech and eight pockets of varying sizes, making it an all-in-one solution to carrying your sweaty gym gear and everything else in one place—and keep it all from smelling bad, too.
Price: $228
AER Gym Duffel 3
Gym clothes: If you’re doing it right, they’re probably gonna get pretty wet. But sometimes, your gear will get wet if you’re doing it wrong, too—say, if you take an unexpected walk in the rain on your way to your workout. AER’s Gym Duffel 3 will kick this problem before it crops up, with a strongly water-resistant exterior and plenty of storage space. There’s lots of ventilated pockets too, so your sweaty shirts and shorts won’t stink up the place.
Price: $169
Under Armour Contain Duo Backpack Duffle
Under Armour is fairly well the name in sports apparel, so it makes sense that they’d make an awesome gym bag too. And like the Aer pack featured above, Under Armour’s Contain Duo Backpack Duffle does an amazing double act as both a comfortable backpack and an easy to load, functional duffel bag. Heavy duty water resistant coating makes it pretty great for all-weather activities indoors or out.
Price: $80 $60
Fjällräven Vardag Duffle Bag
Carrying all the minimalist style of their tiny backpacks into a much larger and well-equipped duffel, Fjällräven’s Vardag Duffle Bag is a refreshingly direct and simple take on the classic gym bag. It’s made of heavy-duty canvas, and minimally equipped outside of a big 30 liter inside pocket. Because of its design and construction, though, this bag keeps its shape well even while fully loaded.
Price: $95
Stuart and Lau Regimen Gym Bag
Part fashion, part function, and all cool, Stuart and Lau’s Regimen Gym Bag gives you everything you need to go from the office to the gym to the grocery store and back home. It’s rather large at 35 liters of interior space, with dozens of pockets and dedicated spaces for both laptops and gym shoes. That’s all in addition to a washable laundry bag and a rubber base, guaranteeing that your fancy gear doesn’t get mixed up with any wet and sweaty stuff.
Price: $395
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