Which badminton bag do you choose?

How do I choose the perfect badminton bag?

If you are a passionate badminton player, then you understand the need for a good badminton bag more than anyone else can. To keep your badminton equipment safe, you need a durable and easy-to-lift sports bag. It is important to determine for yourself what type of bag you are looking for, which suits your "level" and most importantly desires. As a beginner badminton player, it is not necessary to buy a 3 compartment bag, because it is basically way too big. In that case, it is better to start with a 2 compartment bag, in which you can store a few rackets as well as other gear. Below, you can read more about what matters when choosing the right badminton bag.

Difference between sports bag, racket bag and racket bag

People sometimes confuse a normal sports bag with a racket bag, but there is a clear difference between them. In fact, a racket bag is designed to suitably store your rackets including shoes, clothing and other accessories. A standard sports bag often has only 1 large compartment, making damage easy. There is also a difference between a racket bag and a racket cover. A racket bag is designed to hold one racket, so no other items will fit in here. Victor offers two variants: Victor fullsize racketbag and the Victor basic racket bag. If you put several badminton rackets in one bag, it can sometimes pay off to also put the rackets in a racket cover. This makes them less likely to be damaged, but this does take up more space, so fewer rackets will fit in the compartment.

Suitable for multiple racket sports

A racket bag that is suitable for storing badminton rackets is in most cases also for tennisrackets, squashrackets and padel rackets. But because of the larger size of the rackets, fewer rackets fit in one compartment. In a size bag, instead of 12 badminton rackets, 9 rackets from the other sports will fit. But it is extremely convenient to be able to store all your rackets together if you play multiple racket sports.

Quality of a perfect badminton bag

There is a wide range of racket bags to choose from that are available in different brands, colors, designs, sizes, etc. A superior badminton bag offers extensive space and decent storage compartments to place your rackets. Preferably, you should also choose a bag that has both backpack straps and shoulder straps, allowing you to carry the bag any way you want. Most professional badminton players use badminton bags that fit approximately 12 rackets. You can find these bags in the categories:

• 3 compartment badminton bags
• Badminton tournament bags
• Badminton travel bags

You can also choose the smaller variants, such as the 1 compartment bag, 2 compartment bag and the badminton backpack.

Choose a separate shoe compartment

If you keep your badminton shoes together with the badminton rackets, other equipment and sportswear, the dirt from your shoes can destroy and/or damage everything. Therefore, it is best to choose badminton bags with a separate section for your badminton shoes. This way you keep your badminton gear clean, and you have a separate place to store your shoes. Incidentally, it is also nice that your shoes are less easily damaged. Please note that the largest shoe sizes from about size 45 do not always fit in the compartment.

High quality materials

The badminton bag should be of good quality so that you don't have to wear it with velvet gloves. The bag should be strong enough to be used somewhat roughly, without showing huge wear marks and/or tears immediately. The bag you choose should be durable and comfortable to wear. This is also an important aspect. For example, after a tiring day of sports, you will not feel like carrying a heavy bag. The bag should be as light as possible because the accessories and equipment are heavy enough as it is.

Different brands of badminton bags

1. Yonex

Yonex is a Japanese company. Yonex badminton bags are known for their comfort, security, and easy storage. These bags are so convenient to carry around that you would never want to be without them. You can carry all your sports gear and accessories conveniently and safely with these racket bags. They are made with advanced technologies to keep your gear in top shape with a number of storage options. Badminton bags from Yonex are the excellent addition to your badminton equipment. 80% of competitive players use the bags designed and manufactured by Yonex. It is one of the leading brands when it comes to making tennis, badminton and golf products. It is always an honor to use the Yonex brand because it is used by most of your famous players.

2. Victor

The bags of this brand are designed to last longer than the competition, Victor badminton bags are made of very high quality to withstand the wear and tear of traveling. You can throw anything in them, and even inclement weather is not a problem. The Victor badminton bag are designed in a range of vibrant colors and beautiful designs. The bags come in different price ranges, sizes and are made of professional quality. They offer one of the largest selections of badminton bags, badminton apparel and badminton equipment.

3. Dunlop, Carlton and FZ Forza

Besides the very famous brands Yonex and Victor, you can also order racket bags from the brands Dunlop, FZ Forza and Carlton at KW FLEX badminton store. These sports bags are also of high quality and offer the necessary options in terms of compartments to store all your gear. 

What should I consider when buying?

The most important thing to consider before buying a badminton bag is the space you need to store your belongings. Size is an essential factor when choosing the bag, because you need to make sure it is big enough to accommodate all the accessories and equipment you need for your game. Another important point is the flexibility and comfort of the straps while carrying the bag.

1. Storage in the badminton bag

Checking the storage of the badminton bag is really important because there is no point in buying a bag in which you cannot fit all your stuff. Before buying a bag, you should first think about your own needs so that you yourself are well aware of the stuff you might need. Based on that information, you can select the bag. When buying a bag, you should always check that the bag has the right compartments for your needs. Compartments for rackets, shoes, clothes and accessories are of real added value. The bag should also have a good ventilation system so that your bag stays fresh and does not get smelly. If possible, it's also nice to know if there are extra compartments to put your wet clothes in, so you don't still have to carry 2 bags.

There should also always be 1 extra accessory pocket. You often find these as front pockets, because you can keep things in there that you need often, such as keys, phone etc. If there are enough spaces and pockets, you can keep your badminton gear in an organized way, so you can find your stuff quickly and easily.

2. Zippers of the badminton bag

You should always consider buying a badminton bag with a double zipper and a narrow strap for smooth opening and closing, with a rip-tab to keep the bag fully closed. Not only de top zipper should be checked carefully, but also the inner zippers should be watched carefully as they are equally important. The compartments should have smooth and premium zippers along with metal buckles to make the bag truly durable, functional and stylish.

3. Shoe compartment in racket bags

As mentioned above, it is extremely convenient to have a compartment where you can store your sports shoes separately from your rackets. The most ideal is a separate shoe compartment, so you can also carry your clothes, food and/or drinks separately. Moreover, it helps you keep your bag organized, and it is definitely not necessary to carry a separate bag for your shoes.

4. Carrying the badminton bags

The sports bag usually has 2 padded shoulder straps, as this makes carrying the bag more convenient and comfortable. The shoulder straps should also have swivel buckles for an ideal fit. There are some bags with soft padding in the shoulder straps, which makes the straps softer and makes the bag easier and stress-free to carry. The larger the bag, the more important it becomes to have comfortable shoulder straps. Your bag naturally gets heavier because of its contents, and when traveling you want comfort. So the straps should be padded, soft and durable.

It's also nice to have separate handles that allow you to carry your badminton bag practically and comfortably. After all, you don't always carry your bag on your back.

5. The material of the sports bag

The bags are usually made of 100% polyester or Crystal PU leather (synthetic leather). Synthetic leather is similar to real leather, but requires much less maintenance. Invest in a good quality bag because if the material is not good, the bag will not last long and will be easily damaged. The material should be such that it can withstand even the toughest situations.

6. Thermal lining in the badminton bag

Thermal liners keep your rackets and other equipment safe and protected. They are often made of polyester and heavy-duty nylon. These bags usually have 1 to 3 compartments, with each compartment providing a certain amount of space for the badminton rackets, shuttles as well as other sports accessories. Not all badminton bags have thermal lining, as it is a lot more expensive. Still, it may be worth investing in this. After all, the bag protects all your important stuff and in extreme heat and/or cold, the temperature has less effect on the stuff inside.

Want more information about badminton bags? Contact our KW FLEX Badminton Shop expert, who can answer all your questions!