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Title: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: JTtaylor145 on December 28, 2022, 11:15:51 AM
Morning everyone,

Looking for some recommendations please on duffel bags. Would like one that has 3 bat pockets/sleeves if possible.

Many thanks

JT
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Jimbo on December 28, 2022, 11:17:55 AM
I'm on the hunt for the same, the Red Ink duffle is the most promising I've found so far.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on December 28, 2022, 12:58:32 PM
I’ve got the A2 wheelie duffles in stock that have 3 bat pockets and plenty of space for kit.

https://www.thecricketboutique.co.uk/a2-wheelie-duffle-bag-4137-p.asp (https://www.thecricketboutique.co.uk/a2-wheelie-duffle-bag-4137-p.asp)

I’ve got 1 of the limited edition red bags left too.

Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: alba caerulea on December 28, 2022, 04:22:45 PM
I’ve got the A2 wheelie duffles in stock that have 3 bat pockets and plenty of space for kit.

https://www.thecricketboutique.co.uk/a2-wheelie-duffle-bag-4137-p.asp (https://www.thecricketboutique.co.uk/a2-wheelie-duffle-bag-4137-p.asp)

I’ve got 1 of the limited edition red bags left too.

That bag looks like everything you would want in a duffle.

Until - Dream. Believe. Achieve. Surely the side wall would have been better left plain than with a profound inspirational quote on there.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Ayrtek Cricket on December 28, 2022, 05:04:11 PM
Yeh it’s their company slogan that they use. I’ll pass on the info back to them though 👍
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: alba caerulea on December 29, 2022, 01:27:17 AM
Morning everyone,

Looking for some recommendations please on duffel bags. Would like one that has 3 bat pockets/sleeves if possible.

Many thanks

JT

Cant give you any sort of review but ive had my eye on this offering from Chase for a few weeks now, really like the look of it

https://www.chasecricket.co.uk/product/pro-duffle-110/ (https://www.chasecricket.co.uk/product/pro-duffle-110/)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Bungle on December 29, 2022, 09:02:19 AM
Cant give you any sort of review but ive had my eye on this offering from Chase for a few weeks now, really like the look of it

https://www.chasecricket.co.uk/product/pro-duffle-110/ (https://www.chasecricket.co.uk/product/pro-duffle-110/)

I have this one, can't seem to fit my helmet in the "shoe/helmet" compartment and definitely not a duffle suited for a wicketkeeper. I do like the side pockets with the silver thermal insulation material to help keep your drinks cold. It does have 3 bat compartments which is very good, and all of the other sections are well made and very handy. Overall quite good although I really do wish my helmet fit in the bottom part, then I feel it would be a top bag.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: alba caerulea on December 29, 2022, 10:02:45 AM
It does say 'helmet/boot pocket' which i assumed meant one or the other.

Does the helmet fit in main compartment ok along with normal batting softs?
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Bungle on December 29, 2022, 10:38:41 AM
Shoes do fit, helmets certainly don't. The helmet fits perfectly fine in the main compartment with batting softs, I just stick it at the bottom.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: dantsw13 on January 07, 2023, 11:55:47 PM
I have been looking for a while and ended up with a Surridge Pro elite duffle. Big side pockets easily fit pads. Separate bat section on the back - 2 dividers, but I've easily fitted 4 bats in there in padded sleeves and a sidearm.

https://www.surridgesport.com/ss-pro-elite-bag-navysilver-2 (https://www.surridgesport.com/ss-pro-elite-bag-navysilver-2)

Surridge make my club kit, so an extra £3 got an embroidered club crest
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 08, 2023, 01:24:43 AM
I recently got a Gray Nicholls Ultra over here in Australia. It’s the same as the GN550 Team Duffle over the in the UK, just rebranded differently for our market (it’s only a slightly different shade of blue really)

Has many compartments- bat cave, shoe, clothes/accessories, small side accessories, mesh/net, helmet and valuables pocket. I love sectioning out my gear so the helmet pocket was a necessity to me. So many nice bags out there are just let down by not having this imo. I like pads to go in their own side pockets too, which helps the bag stand up when loaded too. It doesn’t stand up as well once you remove the pads and bats, but that’s the case for most duffles that don’t have wheels I’ve found.

The helmet pocket can store gloves as well which I love. Fits full batting and keeping kit and still a decent amount of room left. Room for 3 bats but I will say it is a little misleading when it says “padded bat compartment”, as that really just means one side is padded (which also serves as the padding on your back when you are carrying it). The bat sleeves aren’t padded and there’s no padding on the side that sits next to the main compartment. It’s not an issue for me as I just use separate bat sleeves anyway (which I personally think are better) but I still think it’s cheeky to say padded bat cave when the reality it isn’t really.

I also think the bag could benefit from being 1-2cm taller just to accommodate bats bigger than SH.

My favourite part is that you can lay the bag down (yes I know, not the purpose of a duffle lol) and access your shoes and fully open the clothes section and access all your clothes. Then you stand it up and access your batting or keeping kit. It’s a nice order of operation for those with mild OCD like myself haha.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: dantsw13 on January 09, 2023, 01:39:04 PM
I loved my old GN Prestige duffle, apart from the bat storage. It was in the main compartment, and the way the zip worked meant that the main zip caught on the top of the bat handles. Its the main driver for my change. No other bag has as good pockets as the Prestige though - lots of internal pockets and zipped sections. In the end I decided to take a separate rucksack for all my captains supplies (spare spikes, FAK, grips, suncream, grip cone, balls, pens/pencils, scorebook)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 10, 2023, 09:18:41 AM
I have the same issue with the bat storage on my GN Ultra. It’s almost as if they just forgot to add a cm or two tot he bag length haha
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: FvanN on January 10, 2023, 12:20:21 PM
Anyone got the new H4L bag?
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: The Cricket Boutique on January 10, 2023, 01:37:22 PM
Off to see Matt on the 26th so may scoop up a few of u want me to grab u one 👍
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on January 10, 2023, 01:44:02 PM
Morning everyone,

Looking for some recommendations please on duffel bags. Would like one that has 3 bat pockets/sleeves if possible.

Many thanks

JT
The New Balance Heritage wheelie Duffle is a great option , three internal bat pockets, outside pad pockets, shoe pocket and drink pockets
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: brokenbat on January 22, 2023, 06:28:26 AM
The new GN legend duffle seems like it could tick all the boxes, but haven’t seen it in the flesh

https://www.gray-nicolls.co.uk/products/legend-1-1-duffle-bag (https://www.gray-nicolls.co.uk/products/legend-1-1-duffle-bag)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jghull on January 22, 2023, 09:36:14 AM
That's the one I'm using at the moment. Lots of room, loads of pockets, hard wearing.

I may not be as particular as some on here but I like it!
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Kulli on January 22, 2023, 10:48:31 AM
Do people like wheels on duffles, so many I like the look of ruined by that.

My experience is that the wheels and structure make it worse as a backpack and the lack of structure (compared to a normal wheeled back) make it poorer for using like that.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Jimbo on January 22, 2023, 11:16:34 AM
I had a wheelie duffle last year, two biggest issues were that the wheel base makes it a nightmare to fit into a smaller boot because it can't be squashed and that the added weight of the base made it feel like carrying a ton of bricks going uphill. Got a standard duffle for this year and the weight difference is really noticeable despite the new one actually having more storage space.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: brokenbat on January 23, 2023, 02:10:05 PM
That's the one I'm using at the moment. Lots of room, loads of pockets, hard wearing.

I may not be as particular as some on here but I like it!

The 2023 one? Or an older version?
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jghull on January 23, 2023, 05:00:01 PM
2023 :)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: brokenbat on January 23, 2023, 05:07:50 PM
2023 :)

Nice. They claim there is a “revolutionary” wet clothes pocket now… is that the one on the front of the bag?
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jghull on January 23, 2023, 10:25:11 PM
Yeah, not the biggest so not convinced it's that much of a revolution if I'm honest  :D

Will take some pics for you tomorrow when I'm at nets.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on January 23, 2023, 10:58:23 PM
New for 2023 wheelie duffle, 2 padded bat pockets, side pad pockets, hidden valuable pouch, cold storage, shoe tunnel large front pocket, handle to load into car, shower proof material for £70

(https://i.postimg.cc/pXN9P4kG/8330-E276-CC54-4232-BE38-AB3-A71-C80066.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pyZVZ0wz)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Kc3kSx73/3974840-C-7-D62-4498-9-A0-F-AD2-F40160834.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWBY0qb7)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Thorne_Cricket on January 25, 2023, 06:45:37 AM
New for 2023 wheelie duffle, 2 padded bat pockets, side pad pockets, hidden valuable pouch, cold storage, shoe tunnel large front pocket, handle to load into car, shower proof material for £70

(https://i.postimg.cc/pXN9P4kG/8330-E276-CC54-4232-BE38-AB3-A71-C80066.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/pyZVZ0wz)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Kc3kSx73/3974840-C-7-D62-4498-9-A0-F-AD2-F40160834.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWBY0qb7)
Looks great and amazing with plenty of space for everything and anything along with a very affordable price tag especially with other bags retailing at over £100.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: farnham_quins_2 on January 25, 2023, 09:29:37 AM
Does anyone have a recommendation for something that is quite small/light, but good quality and can fit a basic kit in?
I’ve got a main bag, but prefer something lighter for travelling on the tube to nets etc. with just basic kit.
I was using a cheap Slazenger one, but it’s started to fall about now (as expected!)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: SOULMAN1012 on January 25, 2023, 10:07:56 AM
Does anyone have a recommendation for something that is quite small/light, but good quality and can fit a basic kit in?
I’ve got a main bag, but prefer something lighter for travelling on the tube to nets etc. with just basic kit.
I was using a cheap Slazenger one, but it’s started to fall about now (as expected!)

GM and GN entry level ones are about £35 and if you just want pads, gloves and lid you will be ok. One one seems to do the old big bag style duffle bag that was just perfect as a net bag etc.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: edge on January 25, 2023, 10:54:21 AM
Yeah would recommend the GN Academy bags - I've used an older version for a few years now, perfect for nets or evening games etc when you don't need loads of extra kit.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jonny77 on January 25, 2023, 12:09:31 PM
Just in the process of getting a sample of my new bag, which has been delayed due to various changes to the design. Essentially will be a wheelie duffle which stands even when completely empty, with 3 seperate padded bat tunnels where the wheels don't get catch on the bats. Will also have side pockets big enough for keepers pads kit, plus a front opening to access kit easier, rather than only going through the top section.

I'll post pics when I have it.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: edge on January 25, 2023, 02:16:15 PM
What is it with the wheelie duffle these days? Seems to be a common complaint but I guess they must be selling given they seem to be taking over the market, but surely they're getting to the point where they're just a wheelie bag that happens to have some straps on. Does anyone even sell a basic duffle anymore other than the ones aimed at juniors?
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Jimbo on January 25, 2023, 02:23:54 PM
What is it with the wheelie duffle these days? Seems to be a common complaint but I guess they must be selling given they seem to be taking over the market, but surely they're getting to the point where they're just a wheelie bag that happens to have some straps on. Does anyone even sell a basic duffle anymore other than the ones aimed at juniors?

H4L do a cracking range of non-wheelie duffles, Red Ink have a suitably massive one for CBF types, think the big boys all do varying sizes of duffle too!
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: edge on January 25, 2023, 03:10:32 PM
H4L do a cracking range of non-wheelie duffles, Red Ink have a suitably massive one for CBF types, think the big boys all do varying sizes of duffle too!
I know you can still buy non-wheelie ones, point is the market seems to be going bigger and bigger. Very hard to find a bag that isn't enormous but still has basics like a separate footwear section.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Jimbo on January 25, 2023, 03:33:43 PM
I know you can still buy non-wheelie ones, point is the market seems to be going bigger and bigger. Very hard to find a bag that isn't enormous but still has basics like a separate footwear section.

Yeah true, it's definitely harder to find a small, simple duffle for one set of average kit than I remember it being even a few years ago.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jonny77 on January 25, 2023, 03:41:13 PM
The issue you have if you're a smaller brand only offering one or two bags, is that you need to try cater for everyone. Not having wheels may lose you sales, but having them doesn't mean it can't be used as a duffle. Personally, it really annoys me when people take kit out of std duffles and the bag just spreads all over the floor (especially in tight changing rooms). So i prefer free standing ones to save space and also protect kit a little.

My first bags were pretty big (like 95x40x40), but there was feedback on here that someone still couldn't fit all their kit in. So maybe better to have more room than not? Appreciate some people will want smaller bags and they are out there. However, i feel people are taking more kit than ever these days and so bigger bags are generally required by most.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Kulli on January 25, 2023, 10:01:04 PM
I know you can still buy non-wheelie ones, point is the market seems to be going bigger and bigger. Very hard to find a bag that isn't enormous but still has basics like a separate footwear section.
Yeah, I have half been on the hunt for a middling sized duffle, with no wheels and loads of pockets, but like most kit I buy I don’t really need one, would just be nice.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 26, 2023, 08:33:42 AM
I have the GN Ultra (Aus model) and I find it the perfect size for me. The equivalent in the UK is the team 550 duffle.

Has helmet, shoe and clothes pocket, 2 external pad pockets, side mesh pocket and small side zip pocket along with a valuables pocket, main section and a bat cave.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 26, 2023, 11:36:47 AM
Here’s my GN Ultra loaded up with

4 pairs of gloves
Batting inners
Keeping gloves and inners
Stretton fox Arm guard
Aero Box
Rapid arm
Kookaburra Pads
Remfry thigh pad
Shoes
2x bats (can fit 3)
Helmet
Ayrtek hybrid
Remfry wrist guard
Oakley Sutros
Whites
2x socks
Hat
Towel

Plenty of room left over too, but too much where the bag is sloppy

(https://i.postimg.cc/ZRnY7ZTY/5149-B3-A8-EA01-48-B7-8-E4-B-184-F0-E08-DFA6.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Vrycvxr2)
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Jimbo on January 26, 2023, 11:46:10 AM
Lovely colour scheme on that bag, much nicer than the GN bag I used to have.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Bungle on January 26, 2023, 01:00:16 PM
That looks absolutely massive!
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on January 26, 2023, 01:08:01 PM
Does anyone have a recommendation for something that is quite small/light, but good quality and can fit a basic kit in?
I’ve got a main bag, but prefer something lighter for travelling on the tube to nets etc. with just basic kit.
I was using a cheap Slazenger one, but it’s started to fall about now (as expected!)
Entry level shrey duffle is really well made
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on January 26, 2023, 01:10:20 PM
I know you can still buy non-wheelie ones, point is the market seems to be going bigger and bigger. Very hard to find a bag that isn't enormous but still has basics like a separate footwear section.
GN 550 is probably the best medium size duffle
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 26, 2023, 03:16:49 PM
Yeah I’d agree with that. I find it strange that we have the exact same bag over here in AUS, but they called it the Ultra instead.
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: jonny77 on January 26, 2023, 03:58:21 PM
GN 550 is probably the best medium size duffle

90x38x38 is mid size? Seems pretty big and it's the same size as the Legend and the 750 is only 90c40x40.....suppose @edge was right! 😆
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: langer17 on January 26, 2023, 11:06:14 PM
90x38x38 is mid size? Seems pretty big and it's the same size as the Legend and the 750 is only 90c40x40.....suppose @edge was right! 😆

Yeah it’s definitely not a small bag, but most duffles were similar size (at least in GCCC and Whack Sports).
There were a few that were slightly smaller but as I still sometime keep I was after  something that could hold my keeping gear if needed. Rather  have slightly too much space than be jamming it full. This bag also had lots of pockets for separating gear, which separated it from the other duffles I saw, so I was willing to go for it despite its dimensions.

The best part of a duffle for me is storing it in the house. Even thought it’s not a small duffle, it still takes up minimal room and I can just put in the corner of a room. Much, much better and more compact than a regular wheelie equivalent
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: Six Sixes Cricket on January 27, 2023, 11:49:15 AM
90x38x38 is mid size? Seems pretty big and it's the same size as the Legend and the 750 is only 90c40x40.....suppose @edge was right! 😆
Well i would take Gn's sizing on there website with a pinch of salt, as i seen all there bags in the flesh and a 550 is a lot smaller than 750 which is massive
Title: Re: Duffel Bag Recommendations
Post by: thegowerwaft on February 12, 2023, 08:06:58 PM
I love these bag videos. From a couple of years back. Virat K taking us through his kit. Shows a small clip of him cutting his bat handles with a hacksaw:

https://youtu.be/q5jARxeIJII