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REI Cargo Gym Bag

REI Cargo Gym Bag

Item # 747933
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Our spacious REI Cargo Gym bag was designed to easily fit inside a narrow locker for fumble-free storage.

  • Large, U-shape zipper provides easy access to main compartment; 3 interior pockets organize small essentials
  • 2 end compartments: one ventilated compartment for dirty shoes and one ventilated compartment with a floating liner for damp clothing
  • 2 exterior zippered pockets with key fob and travel organizer provide plenty of extra storage options
  • Additional side pocket holds 1-liter water bottle, sold separately
  • Sling over your shoulder with the padded, fully adjustable and removable shoulder strap or haul with top grab handles
  • Webbing hanging loop and narrow bag design make storing inside locker a cinch

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Item 747933

REI Cargo Gym Bag Specs

Specification

Description

Average weight1 lb. 12 oz.
Volume2,650 cubic inches
Dimensions25 x 13 x 9 inches
MaterialNylon
Number of pockets5 + main compartment

REI Cargo Gym Bag Customer Reviews

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REI Cargo Gym Bag
 
4.3

(based on 16 reviews)

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good capacity (15)
  • High quality (14)
  • Easy to carry (13)
  • Easy to access items (12)
  • Easy to identify (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Weekend trips (10)
    • Gym (4)
    • Family trips (3)
    • Gym bag (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Practical (12), Comfort-oriented (8), Career (4), Stylish (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (16)

    Reviewed by 16 customers

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    May

    21

    2008

    (52 of 68 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Perfect gym bag

    By Koorong

    from Providence, RI

    About Me Practical

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy To Access Items
    • Easy To Carry
    • Good Capacity
    • High Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • gym bag

      Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

      This bag serves its advertised purpose PERFECTLY.

      It quickly becomes clear that every aspect of the bag was designed to be completely functional and specific for the daily gym-goer.

      I use the gym 5 days a week, and have used a large, clumsy duffle bag with one large, 2 side/small, and 1 side compartment for the past 4 years. I have had to pack used, sweaty clothes with new, always struggled to find my headphones or iPod at the bottom of the small compartments, and toiletries have never really sat easily in my old bag.

      THIS bag, however, is all about function in its design. The shoe compartment bellows into the main compartment just enough without compromising space, and is just as well ventilated as a front pouch for putting sweaty gym clothes. There are two small side compartments PERFECT for my headphones, iPod, and weight gloves, plus my glasses case on the other side. There is even a little clip in one of the pockets for your keys!

      They have even thought out putting a loop at the top of the bag so you can hang the bag, rather than cram it into the locker. And speaking of cramming, the narrow profile is PERFECT for the typical, narrow lockers you find at gyms.

      There are also ample cargo net pockets situated throughout this bag to allow one to securely tuck away deodorant, hair gel, or shampoo where it won't roll away or get lost amidst towels and clothes.

      Another well thought out detail is how the shoulder strap is anchored towards one side of the bag, rather than in the middle, so that carrying becomes comfortable and well aligned.

      The beauty is in the details, and this bag has it all. It is a fabulous gym bag that allows me to bring everything I need and organize everything in an orderly fashion.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (52 of 68 customers found this review helpful)

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      Dec

      26

      2007

      (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Small Bag Fits LOTS of Gear!

      By debmonster

      from New York, NY

      About Me Active, Athletic, Dancer, HIKER, Organized, Practical

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Adjustable Shoulder Strap
      • Easy To Access Items
      • Easy To Carry
      • Good Capacity
      • Good ventilation
      • High Quality
      • Lots of pockets

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • gym bag
        • Weekend Trips

        Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

        I use this bag almost every day, whether it is carrying everything I need during the week (gym clothes, sneakers, work papers, books, water bottles, etc.) or when I get away on a weekend (hiking clothes/boots/rain gear or travel clothes/shoes).

        The bag has lots of pockets, including one zip and two mesh pockets on the inside of the main compartment, in addition to the two end and two side pockets. The mesh sections of the end pockets are especially useful for drying out my sneakers or hiking boots or giving damp exercise clothes some air so they don't get all stinky. Another great feature is that the shoulder strap adjusts to a very short length, which actually fits my short torso. I've tried so many gym bags that have long straps fit for men with long torsos, but this bag sits perfectly at my waist instead of banging me in the hip/thigh while I'm walking.

        I am always amazed at just how much stuff will fit in the bag - I have carried 2 pair of pants, a few tops, sweater, underwear, socks, shoes, toiletries, a liter water bottle, a magazine and book all together! My only (minor) complaint is that there are no double zippers, so the pockets only open from one end. But the horseshoe (u-shaped) double zipper on the top of the main compartment really helps to get the bag closed if filled to capacity. And it's still small enough to easily fit in my gym locker. This is a really fantastic bag!

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (9 of 9 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jan

        10

        2008

        (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

         
        3.0

        Nearly Too Big, but still a great bag

        By riverrchic1

        from Chicago, IL

        About Me Practical

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good Capacity
        • High Quality

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Family Trips
          • Weekend Trips

          Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

          I do really like this bag, but more for an overnight/weekend bag than for a daily-use gym bag. It's simply too big! I live in a big-city, so do not keep my gym bag in a car. Rather, I carry it everywhere with me and walk around quite a bit with it. This bag is just too big; I have plenty of leftover space and it makes it awkward to carry.

          Not a complaint that I thought I'd be making!

          Overall, it is a really great bag with nice features, good quality, etc. If you want a bag with a LOT of space, or if you are mainly going to keep it in your car, I think it would be great.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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          Aug

          31

          2008

          (5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Awesome bag!

          By coffee fiend

          from SE Pennsylvania

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Easy To Access Items
          • Easy To Carry
          • Easy To Identify
          • High Quality

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Great carry-on
            • Great for gym
            • Long Vacations
            • Weekend Trips

            Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

            This bag has been a great carry-on, especially for long international flights. It is very easy to access and organize items. Easily fits overhead or under the seat.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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            Jan

            15

            2008

            (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great Design

            By Ikyu

            from Fallon NV

            About Me Comfort-oriented, Practical

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Designed for easy access
            • Easy To Access Items
            • Easy To Carry
            • Good Capacity
            • High Quality

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Weekend Trips

              Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

              I love the structure and well designed pockets for shoes and wet items. I use it at the pool and it holds my work clothes and work out clothes plus my size 13 shoes without getting anything wet or dirty that isn't already one or the other.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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              Nov

              23

              2007

              (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Well designed gym bag

              By MntnRnnr

              from Virginia, USA

              About Me Practical

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Easy To Access Items
              • Easy To Carry
              • Good Capacity
              • High Quality
              • Super Value

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Gym

                Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

                Needed a new gym bag and found this one on sale on-line. Checked it out at the store (it looks much better in person - the pictures online make it look shinier than it is) and really liked it. It's the perfect size for my lunch hour+ forays to the gym. Holds shoes, workout clothes (winter or summer), toiletries and towel with some room to spare. Has 5 pockets for organizing things. Fits easily into a locker. Quality is great - I've been impressed with most of the REI brand stuff I've picked up. We'll see how it holds up, but so far, so good!

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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                Nov

                6

                2007

                (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Fantastic bag!

                By SammyJ

                from Raleigh, NC

                About Me Comfort-oriented, High-end shopper, Practical, Stylish, Trendy

                Pros

                • Easy To Access Items
                • Easy To Carry
                • Good Capacity
                • High Quality

                Cons

                • Side pocket can be bigger

                Best Uses

                • Day trips
                • gym bag

                Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

                I absolutely LOVE this bag as a gym bag. It has vented pockets for my wet swimming trunks and gym shoes. My size 9.5 sneakers just fit into the side pocket; I kind of wish it was a bit bigger but hey, as long as they fit. Inside the bag, I usually carry (all at the same time):

                Sweat pants
                Sneakers
                Sweat shirt
                2 t-shirts
                Shorts
                Socks
                Swim trunks
                Water bottle

                With all of that, I still have a bunch of leftover space. Best of all, it fits perfectly into a locker, and has a nice strap to hang from. All in all, it might be a bit more expensive than some other bags, but you definitely get what you pay for. I'm glad I sprung for it!

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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                Feb

                20

                2009

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Great bag, buut...

                By frogdog06

                from Bay Area, CA

                About Me Comfort-Oriented, Stylish

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Good Capacity

                Cons

                • Color options
                • No structure
                • Too large at times

                Best Uses

                • Gym

                Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

                This bag is actually quite large, and I only go to the gym a few times a week. I use it only when I know I will be showering and doing my makeup at the gym and have to carry everything in the bag. Otherwise, I revert to my smaller gym bag for quick trips after work.

                I do like the small details put into the bag, like the numerous pockets for my hair products, and the little noose to hang it inside the gym locker. The shoulder strap is pretty comfortable and adjusts easily.

                The bag would be just perfect if it had better color options! I really hate the dark green. It would be perfect in a silver hue, dark purple, or baby blue (clearly I am female).

                • Gift:
                • No
                • Primary use:
                • Personal

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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                Feb

                20

                2009

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Very nice bag.

                By engnr23

                from Dallas, TX

                About Me Comfort-Oriented, Modern, Practical

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Easy To Access Items
                • Easy To Carry
                • Easy To Identify
                • Good Capacity
                • High Quality

                Cons

                • Stiff wide bottom

                Best Uses

                • Perfect for the gym

                Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

                Nice quality, surprisingly roomy, plenty of storage spaces. The wide, stiff bottom makes it tough to tuck into a narrow space, like behind a car seat - but it's the perfect gym locker bag.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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                Aug

                30

                2008

                (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Great gym bag

                By julie in Texas

                from North Texas

                About Me Career, Classic, Comfort-Oriented, Practical, Stylish

                Pros

                • Easy To Access Items
                • Easy To Carry
                • Good Capacity
                • High Quality

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about REI Cargo Gym Bag:

                    Great bag, great compartments. Holds all of my regular gym items. I use it every time I go to the gym.

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                    (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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