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The best bags for taking things to the sports centre or gym

A. Fjällräven vardag duffel 30

This premium outdoor brand has a newly released lightweight bag in its product range. Constructed from the brand’s special water-resistant fabric, it’s also great from an eco-perspective, as it’s made from 65 per cent recycled polyester and 35 per cent organic cotton. This bag is definitely strong, and you’ll be able to squeeze it into a tight space without worrying about damaging it.

B. Filson medium rugged twill duffel bag

This brand has a great tradition of producing simply the best quality gear. If you’re inclined to treat yourself to a bag that should last you a lifetime, this is for you. Admittedly it’s likely you’ll need to save up for this one, but it’s well worth it.

C. Deuter trans alpine pro 28

This pack has got so many features, which does, however, make it on the heavier side. For example, the pouch at the back is expandable to put your bike helmet (or trainers / towel / other sizeable gear) in, and the side pockets are perfect for water bottles.

D. Columbia unisex convey 25l rolltop daypack

The full-width zip means you can easily push stuff in. There’s one main compartment which also has a separate padded sleeve for a tablet plus an extra zip pocket for valuables at the top and convenient metal rings to attach items like bike helmets if required.

E. The North Face base camp duffel

This top-of-the-range bag has a very generous 50 litre storage capacity. If that’s too much for you, there’s always the trimmer 31 litre equivalent (which retails a little cheaper). There’s an internal pocket to separate some gear out and an extra small external zip pocket on one of the ends.

F. Under Armour sports style duffel

A simple yet effective and stylish bag. At 24 litres it’s neat in size, and a separate smaller waterproof compartment at one of the ends is ideal for putting damp gear in so that everything else is unaffected by it. It also comes with a removable strap so you can wear it over one shoulder. It’s a decent option for an everyday gym bag that won’t break the bank.

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Why not try coasteering in North Devon?

Coasteering is an adventure sport which involves coastal exploration. When you try coasteering from our centre, you go along the local coast, staying at sea level. You do this by, for example, running over rough ground, climbing rocks, swimming, and jumping off cliffs into the sea. In this way you can explore the impact zone, which is the area where the sea and the land meet and you will get an entirely new view of the coast and on some days you may even be able to observe a variety of marine wildlife.

Our centre is located in the centre of the village of Croyde in the south-west of England, which has some very beautiful coastal scenery. From our centre you’re transported to the coasteering location on Baggy Point. Once you’ve completed your coasteering experience we’ll return you to our centre, which has changing facilities and warm showers, and you can also get a drink or snack in the café.

Your coasteering guide will check the tide and conditions at sea before your trip. Checks on your safety equipment to make sure it fits effectively are important too. If your guide feels that the risks are too high, then your trip will be rescheduled. It should be noted that the minimum age is 8 years old.

We have a range of experiences for participants to try, such as the family coasteering route, which includes a variety of exciting things to look at. Then there is the adventurer challenge and the more challenging thrill-seeker route. Coastal adventures can be arranged as a part of a group or in a private session. The choice is entirely yours. Sessions are £40 per person, which covers the use of wetsuits, helmets and a buoyancy aid to help you float in the sea. Towels can be hired for a small fee. You’ll need to bring a pair of shorts to wear over your wetsuit to protect it when you slide over rocks and a pair of trainers to help you grip on slippery surfaces.

If you’re also interested in surfing, you can add lessons to your coasteering sessions at our centre in Croyde.