Baggage on sale for Black Friday
Between the backpack that goes to school in the morning and the big bag that swallows knee pads, indoor shoes and spare clothes for a tournament, the Black Friday luggage covers both uses.
Backpacks, sports bags, shoe bags, ball bags, wheeled bags and suitcases: choose based on what you carry and the distance to cover.
The volleyball player's match bag, what it should contain
A volley bag needs to hold more than you would think: indoor shoes, knee pads, spare jersey and shorts, socks, water bottle, towel, and strapping tape. Ideally, there is a separate compartment for shoes, which should never be used outside if you want to maintain the grip of the sole. An inner pocket keeps the keys and phone safe from a leaking water bottle.
Backpack or sports bag: starting from the journey
If you're walking, cycling, or using public transport to get to training, a backpack frees up your hands and distributes the weight across both shoulders. Backpacks actually take up the most space on the page. For an away match by car or bus, the sports bag opens wide and can be stored flat in the boot.
Ball bags and wheeled bags for club equipment
The coach and equipment manager have their own needs. A ball bag carries the balls for a session in one trip, while a wheeled bag takes the strain off your back when you need to cross a sports complex with the team equipment. Duffel bags and trolleys complete this practical aspect.
Tournaments and training camps: suitcases and travel bags
A tournament weekend or multi-day camp requires more space. Suitcases protect belongings better in a coach's hold, while soft travel bags can be squished into a full boot. A toiletry bag and a bum bag keep the essentials handy between matches.
Eastpak, adidas, Errea: who makes what in bags
Eastpak dominates the page with its everyday backpacks, like the Day Office or the Padded Pak'R, designed for school and work as well as for the gym. adidas mixes city backpacks and sports bags on the adidas baggage page. Errea, supplier for the French volley teams, offers team bags, including models in the colours of France, on the Errea baggage page.
Hummel features its chevrons on sports bags for clubs. Erima focuses on coordinated ranges in various colours, available on the Erima baggage page. Joma completes the offer with its team bags.
Kappa, Under Armour, Macron: three more pages
The Kappa baggage page features backpacks, sports bags, and wheeled bags from the brand with the Omini logo. The Under Armour baggage page has a short selection of backpacks and sports bags, including options for women. The Macron baggage page offers bags from the Italian supplier, like the ball carrying backpack.
Keeping a bag clean between sessions
The sports bag comes into contact with wet clothes and soles. Empty it out as soon as you get home, turn it inside out, and leave it open near a window. Once a month, a quick sponge down with a bit of soap clears the sweat build-up at the bottom. Indoor shoes travel better in a breathable shoe bag.
Water bottles, clearance, Christmas: the rest
Water bottles, towels, and headbands to fill your bag await you on the Black Friday accessories page. The baggage clearance remains open after the event, and Christmas has its own promo page, the Christmas special offers, before the sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find a cheap backpack during Black Friday?
Right here: check the "backpack" product type, then the brand, to speed things up. If you're looking for a sports model, the adidas baggage page mixes city bags and training bags.
What volume of bag for going to volley?
About thirty litres is enough for a session: shoes, knee pads, outfit, and water bottle. For a tournament with a change of clothes and a shower towel, aim for around fifty litres, or a sports bag.
Is a separate shoe bag necessary?
Yes, if your bag doesn't have a dedicated compartment. It keeps dust and moisture from the soles away from your clean clothes and protects the grip of your indoor shoes.
Suitcase or travel bag for a volley camp?
The hard suitcase provides better protection and rolls easily in train stations, while the soft bag takes up less space when empty and fits nicely in a coach. For a bus camp, the soft bag is often simpler.
A bag in the club colours, is it worth it?
For a team, having the same bag for everyone helps with identification during travels and avoids mix-ups. Choose a range available in multiple colours, like from Erima, to match those of the club.
