Best Backpack For Gym/Powerlifting? (Available In EU)

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I have been using a rather large Nike duffelbag for ages to bring my gear to the gym. Over time I started to dislike it because of the lack of proper storage compartments, and the size which caused me to squeeze it into the lockers. It was also a hassle to bring when walking some distance to the gym.

My company gave me/us a small backpack, which generally suited me better. Practical for it’s size. But it’s a bit too small to bring all the necessary equipment, like a blender bottle - and the belt.

Imagine a jacked as fuck dude walking into the gym with a trashbag full of equipment and food (which would be about the greatest and most intimidating thing ever) - But, from a socially accepted standpoint: Which is the best, most practical backpack for powerlifting purposes?

I’m currently looking into the King Kong core model backpack, which seems to be a great alternative. Others may be the A7 U-bag, or one from Haven. Question is whether these are available in the EU? Shopping from the US to EU has been impossible for a year or so. My choice of backpack is preferably not too large, have some compartments and allow for easy travel/movement. Also, durability is of importance. A decent cost-benefit ratio is preferred but not essential.

Thankful for any input on this matter.

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@pettersson
Sorry not actually answering your question but what I’ve done to make it easier is rent a gym locker.
I use a backpack for work and carrying my training and work gear around all day is not fun. Although my current gym is only a few minutes walk from my house there have been many times I know that if I had to come home to collect stuff I would get tied up in something else (work, beer etc.) but being able to go straight there makes it harder to slack off.
My locker right now has clothes, a weighted vest, boxing boots and gloves, shampoo and other stuff I’d never carry if I can avoid it but good to have there.

Cost isn’t cheap over a year but I get a discount as I pay up front but the saving on my back alone is worth the cost (I think a months rent is less than I spend on coffee most weeks).

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That is an excellent idea - if you are training at only one facility.

I should’ve mentioned I do some travelling at work, meaning I shift gyms quite a bit (from one major chain of gyms though) + never actually know when a decent opportunity for training occurs. My solution has been to always keep my gym gear with me - which has proven worthwhile, since I now actually manage to train 2-3 times a week.

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