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Keep all your gear protected and collected with these durable and stylish tennis bags.
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“If you ask yourself those questions before packing, the rest should come pretty naturally.
The all-black design isnt the most stylish option.
It can fit up to 12 rackets when expanded and collapses to be more manageable for daily use.
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The top only snaps closed, so your items are more or less exposed.
But lets face it: youre getting this tennis bag for the stylish design that can even be monogrammed.
Theres no water bottle pocket.
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We love this backpack because it is both sturdy and flexible.
As a bonus: the top part of the bag can extend to cover your entire racket.
The soft exterior may not be as protective as other models.
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There are also two separate pockets perfect for storing water bottles or cans of tennis balls.
It can only fit one tennis racket.
If you dont need to carry much, this lightweightcrossbody bagis a great option.
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Its fairly minimalist without many pockets.
Simply snap the racket pouch off, and use this very roomy bag as a regulartravel tote.
And when youre ready to hit the court, that pouch can fit two of your favorite rackets.
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It may feel cumbersome if you pack the bag full.
Each can fit up to a 32-ounce bottle or your cans of tennis balls.
Plus, thanks to the fun color blocking, youll be the most stylish tennis player on the courts.
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The soft polyester may not be as durable as other options.
This will also double as a fantastic carry-on bag for your travels with or without the tennis gear.
Its not the most stylish tennis bag out there.
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We wish the carrying straps had a bit more padding as this bag can get quite heavy.
There are three compartments specifically designed for rackets, and two of them are thermo-regulated for added protection.
The front pockets are a bit too small for gear.
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At first glance, you may think this backpack isnt that big, but its surprisingly roomy.
The fabric is water-resistant, too, making this a durable pack sure to protect your gear.
Check the ends of the carrying straps to see how secure they are.
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Every strap will perform well with nothing inside so double-check you test the bag with lots of weight first.
This is especially important if youre using your tennis bag for more than just essential gear.
Know your racket size
An adult tennis racket is usually 27 inches long.
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Most are designed to fit standard rackets, but its always good to be sure.
The biggest factor should be desired size, Hanf advises.
This really depends on a number of factors, primarily size of your bag.
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The standard tennis racket is 27 inches long and carry-on bags are usually up to 22 inches long.
A bag long enough to fully cover a tennis racket will technically not meet carry-on size requirements.
But some airlines will let you board with a reasonably-sized tennis bag.
And if you are trying to use a tennis bag as carry-on, pick one shaped like typical luggage.
These fit rackets comfortably while still fitting in overhead bins.
He also consulted with Joey Hanf, director of marketing and events atCliff Drysdale TennisandPeter Burwash International.
