https://aquapac.net
By Peter Tranter
There are many waterproof bags out there but few that are designed with stand up paddling in mind. Aquapac’s new SUP duffel bag was inspired by their paddler and adventurer Dave Cornthwaite. After his many SUP journeys, including a record-breaking 2,400 mile descent of the Mississippi River in 2011.
Aquapac Waterproof Deluxe SUP duffel
As you can imagine it is very adaptable for a variety of situations, has many useful features and though designed for SUP, would make a great waterproof bag for any journey on water on whatever craft.
Firstly it weighs in at a touch over one kilogram – that’s very light, especially for a bag that has a capacity of up to 80 litres. You use it the same way you would a backpack with the bag using two very comfortable adjustable shoulder straps to achieve this. On the side of the bag there are located six velcro strips that can be used to transport two paddles or one split pair.
If you’re familiar with Aquapac bags then you’ll notice the usual roll up with velcro strip to make the bag waterproof. Make sure you roll it tight and you’ll be fine, do bear in mind though that this only makes the bag stormproof under its IPX6 rating and not submersible watertight.
There are lashing points to attach to your craft and a transparent pocket that we used for our mobiles. The pocket is only accessible from inside the bag and therefore waterproof. There’s another pocket on the bottom of the bag that can be used to quickly access items like water bottles and it has drain holes to prevent water building up.
Lastly when you’re done with the bag, you can very neatly roll it up for the next time. To make it easier the bag has a built in nozzle that allows air to escape during the rolling process – so you can get it nice and compact. Just make sure you tighten it up again after use otherwise water can seep in.
Perfect, what more do you need?
Price: UK: £99.99 US: $119.99