Black Friday on bags
The selection of Black Friday bags brings together bags for both the field and everyday use: Eastpak Padded Pak'R backpacks, Day Pak'R, Orbit or Out Of Office, Hummel Essential backpack, trolley Force XV bag for tournament travel, and sports bags in the colours of Scotland. Capacity, compartments, and durability guide the choice, from school to the locker room.
The bag for the player and for everyday use, at a discounted price.
Eastpak : from military bag to everyday bag
Eastpak was born in 1952 near Boston, originally called Eastern Canvas Products, making bags for the American army, before launching its first public collection in 1976. Its iconic model, the Padded Pak'R, offers twenty-four litres and a padded back. The Day Pak'R, with the same capacity, adds a padded pocket for a laptop, just like the Out Of Office, designed for the office. The Orbit, more compact at ten litres, is suitable for children. The brand guarantees its bags for thirty years, a rare commitment in luggage.
Other equipment
The Black Friday equipment also comes in various forms:
All the Black Friday equipment can be found on the equipment page.
Wheeled bag or sports bag : transporting the player's gear
For match equipment, the wheeled bag Force XV is a must for travel: it holds the complete outfit, protective gear, and towel, and can be pulled without straining the back in parking lots and stadium corridors. The Scotland sports bag, in the colours of the XV of the Thistle, appeals to supporters who want to show their team right up to the changing room. Whatever the model, the most useful feature is a separate compartment for shoes, which keeps muddy studs away from clean clothes and limits smells.
What size of bag for what use
The size is chosen based on what you are carrying. A backpack of about twenty litres, like the Padded Pak'R, is enough for classes, a jog, or a weightlifting session, and the Hummel Essential is also suitable for light outings. For a rugby training session with studs, a change of clothes, and a towel, you’d be looking at around forty to sixty litres. Wheeled bags and large travel bags are used for tournaments and weekend trips. Padded straps and a sturdy handle make a difference when the bag is loaded.
Other good deals
Outside of Black Friday, good deals can be found in good deals, clearance, and sales. The new products showcase the latest collections. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back-to-school season.
Frequently asked questions
How to clean a backpack without damaging it?
Empty it, brush off the crumbs and dirt, then wash it by hand with lukewarm soapy water, or in the machine at a low temperature if the label allows. Let it dry open, in the air, never in a tumble dryer.
How to avoid smells in a sports bag?
Remove wet clothes as soon as you get back, leave the bag open to dry, and store shoes in a separate pocket. A sachet of baking soda slipped into the bottom absorbs moisture between sessions.
How to properly adjust the straps of a backpack?
The bag should sit high on the back, with the bottom at waist level, not hanging on the hips. Adjust both straps evenly to distribute the weight and prevent shoulder pain.
What bag for a child in rugby school?
A medium-sized sports bag with a shoe pocket and a shoulder strap is sufficient for the kit, mouthguard, and water bottle. Choose a lightweight model that the child can carry alone to the changing room.
Is a bag a good gift idea for a player?
Yes, it's a useful gift that can be used all year round. A bag in the colours of a team pleases a supporter, a wheeled bag suits a player on the move, while a sturdy backpack is great for a student.
