How to choose the perfect waterproof swimming bag for 2023

Swimming bags are designed to carry swimsuits, towels, swimming gear, and swimming equipment. Since in this sport, there are many things to carry, you should choose the most durable and spacious bag for your swim.

In this article, we will cover the types of swimming bags you will need if you are a regular competitive trainee.

Your swimming bag should be of water-resistant material and have a spacious interior to hold all of the items. It should have multiple compartments to organize your gear well. It should also be compact enough to transport to competitions and training. In India, you can find a wide variety of swimming bags available online and at sporting goods stores.

There are 3 types of bags that swimmers carry

• A mesh net bag to carry swimming equipment such as flippers, hand paddles, and snorkels. Visit here, to know how to buy swimming mesh bags.
• A bag for your swim gear and personal clothes for changing. A pouch for wet swim gear.
• A bag to carry food

Lets visit each of

Best swim kit bags

When carrying items such as towels, extra swimming gear like swimsuits, head caps, and more, consider buying a normal sports bag. This is where you will keep a change of clothes, and other smaller items like sunscreen, soap, jewelry, and others.

A swim bag is ideal since they are very durable and have many compartments. Most are water resistant and made with thick lining. So, they will work well even for swimming. Their spaciousness makes them ideal for all the gear required for this sport.

Duffel bags

Some swimmers prefer to carry these items in duffel bags while others prefer backpacks. It depends on what you find easier to carry and pack. Backpacks are more transportable, while duffel bags are easy to navigate and compartmentalize.

If you are looking for duffel bags we found this bag suitable.

Pros

• Lightweight and multipurpose
• Size is ideal for a swimming session

Cons

• Since swimmers have to carry the mesh bag too, a backpack seems more suitable.

When choosing a swimming bag, it’s important to consider the size and style of the bag, as well as the number and type of pockets it has. A bag with separate pockets or separate compartments for wet and dry clothes is ideal. You should also be able to fit shoes into your bag, such as sneakers or swimming slippers. Most importantly, it should be waterproof.

Backpack

If you are looking for a backpack instead of a duffel bag which is waterproof and has a compartment for shoes, you can try this swimming bag.

Pros

• Size is suitable to carry for everyday swimming practice
• Economical
• Has shoe compartment

CONS

• Durability might be compromised.

Other than recognizable swimming brands, you can also opt for sports brands.

Swimming pool pouch

Decathlon has a swimming pool pouch that can be carried inside a bag. It is waterproof bag and instead of looking for bags with separate compartments, you can use this pouch to segregate wet and dry items.

You can also repurpose other waterproof bags to separate out your wet swimsuit. You can also use it for keeping toiletries.

Pros

• Can fit in any bag, easy to clean and dry.
• Inexpensive and available in lot of designs

Cons

• Won’t fit a swimmers towel

Food bag

In swimming, you need to keep yourself hydrated and well-fed to maintain energy levels for your set. Swimmers need to carry water, energy drinks, and hot beverages. They also need a lot of protein and fresh food.

So, the food bag should be large enough to carry all these items. And also the need to have a separate bag for food.

Insulated bags do not work very well for swimming because the size of the bags tend to be small, and they cannot carry much food. Instead, you can use individually insulated containers, and stack them in a bigger food bag

Bags with a broad and sturdy base will be your best bet. They will keep the food upright, and prevent spillage. Separators can also keep your food organized.

Pros

• Inexpensive & practical
• waterproof and easily washable.
• can carry a lot of weight

Cons

• Not closeable.

So when choosing your perfect swimming bag, here are a few things to consider:

1. Size: Think about how much gear you need to carry. Do you need just a small swimming training bag only for your goggles and swim cap, or do you need something larger to hold warm clothes, towels, and sneakers?
2. Material: Always buy bags that are durable and of waterproof material. Mesh bags are a good option because they allow wet items to air out, but they may not provide as much protection for your gear otherwise.
3. Compartments: Consider a swimming training kit bag with multiple compartments to help you stay organized and keep wet and dry items separate.
4. Price: Determine your budget and check for a bag that fits within it.
5. Brand: Though branded swim companies like Speedo, TYR and Arena are of great quality, they are not readily available in India. However, there are many Indian brands that serve the same purpose well.
6. Personal style: Choose a bag that reflects your personal style and preferences such as color and shape (duffel bag or backpack)

By considering these factors, you should be able to find the perfect swimming bag for your needs, making both swimming and the aftermath easier!