If you’re like most guys, you probably aren’t giving much thought to the bag you bring to the gym.

As long as it holds your sneakers, clothes, and pre/post-workout shakes, you’re probably satisfied with your bag.

You might be able to do better, and this article will help.

A high-quality gym bag can be important to your overall style. Walking a few blocks in a custom-tailored suit with a handsome gym bag makes you look put together. Traipsing downtown wearing a gym bag with a big and bold label makes you look childish and immature. This is a small detail, but people notice.

If you’re a guy that pays attention to those small details, you need a gym bag that shows it. Sure, any bag can haul your gear, but a bag that flows with your style can level up your game. Whether you’re matching fabrics, materials, or just overall styles, the best stylish gym bag can help you stand apart from the crowd.

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Several gym bags have waterproof linings, and they’re great for keeping the moisture on the inside. If you can’t find a bag with a waterproof lining in a style you like, you can always purchase a smaller waterproof bag that fits inside one you love.

Sneaker Storage

You can’t win a few games of pickup basketball without sweating a bit, which means you might want a separate compartment for those sneaks. Several gym bags come with sections specifically for a pair of shoes.

These compartments will help keep some of the smell at bay and separate your clean clothes from your dirty gear. They’ll fit basketball shoes, running shoes, or weightlifting shoes without an issue.

Many of these shoe compartments have hooks inside them that allow you to hang your bag inside your locker.

Your Style

More important than anything else, you need a bag that fits your style (and your gear). Though some bags are better suited for the job than others, you can adapt any bag to work as a gym hauler.