SUP Drybags
The best Waterproof drying bags for SUP
A Drybag should not be missing from any Stand Up Paddler. In the SUP Drybags you can stow your most important utensils such as papers, drinks and food, car keys and smartphones.
I’ll show you what Drybags are, what they can and can not do.
If you are reading this post you are well informed about drybags and other packsacks and know what kind of container you need.
If you are reading this post you are well informed about drybags and other packsacks and know what kind of container you need.
My Favourite
Aqua Marina Drybag
- Brand: Aqua Marina
- Dimensions: 23 x 75 cm
- Volume: 25 liters
- Weight: 705 g
- Extras: shoulder strap (s), supportive chest strap
Aqua Marina’s 25-liter Drybag protects the contents from moisture, water, dirt, damage and sand.
The Aqua Marina model is available in blue and orange.
Funny Tree Dry Bag
- Brand: Funny Tree
- Volume: 10 or 20 liters
- Material: tear-resistant (500D Tarpaulin) PVC
- Weight: 150g at 10 liters, 350g at 20 liters
The Funny Tree Bag is ideal for water sports such as SUP, kayaking and rafting. It protects the contents from splashing water, moisture, salt water, rain showers and sand.
The 10 liter bags have a carrying strap. The 20-liter drybags can be comfortably worn as a backpack.
AquaPac Drybag
- Brand: AquaPac
- Material: 500D vinyl
- Weight: 458 g
- Special features: stand upright because of flat underside
The closure works very simple and there is a handle for transport, where the bag can also be fixed well on the SUP board or other water sports equipment.
The duffel bag by AquaPac is available in two colors.
DonDon Drybag
- Brand: DonDon
- Volume: 2, 5, 10, 15, 20, 30 liters
- Weight: different (20 liters weighs 200g)
Whether camera, valuables or dry clothes in this bag, everything is protected from the water.
The models of Drybags are available in bright colors blue, gray, red and black.
What are Drybags?
SUP Drybags are available in all shapes, colors and sizes. Some come as pouches, some are backpacks and others are made of hard plastic.
Dry bags not only protect against splashing water. The contents of the bag remain dry even when submerged. Finally, a fall from the board can ever carry the bag into the water, depending on the attachment.
When it comes to protecting water-sensitive items such as food, watches, books, car keys, money, your papers, and your smartphone, you can not beat a drybag.
For smartphones, there are also special covers that keep the water and even allow underwater photos.
I have already devoted myself to this topic in my article Waterproof Mobile Phone Cases for Stand Up Paddling.
What makes a good drybag for SUP?
For a good Drybag apply to me these criteria:
- A good drybag should have at least a volume of 20-25 liters. So you can be sure that all your stuff fits in easily.
- Practical are models with harder and, in the best case, interior walls in bright shades, because then the content is easily recognizable and you do not have to wallow in it forever if you are looking for something specific.
- Flash colors are not a must, but definitely practical to discover the Drybag both in the garage and in a wave trough, a maneuver should not work out completely.
- Financially, the bags are not a big burden. For a small investment of at most 30 € you will find a solid model.
- Some copies offer additional extras such as external pockets for the mobile phone. Whether this is really necessary, everyone must know for themselves.
What makes a good drybag for SUP?
For a good Drybag apply to me these criteria:
SUP Drybags are specially designed to meet the needs of paddlers. In addition to the fire factor, points such as durability, functionality, comfort and size also play a part in the decision.
Typically, the models for Stand Up Paddling are a slightly larger investment. Normal models are a bit cheaper in price, but a little worse on the requirements of Stand Up Paddling matched.
I recommend neither one nor the other.
The choice is with you. Equipped with my information – and your budget – you will surely find the product that best meets your expectations-
By the way, there are already models of both types of bags for less than 25 €.
Conclusion
So if you are planning a leisurely second breakfast halfway, the cell phone (perhaps because of a SUP app) always has it with you or always wanted to open a hammock at the one spot on the tour, this can now be done.
All it takes is a drybag.
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Hi, I’m Manfred. For years I’ve written here on standup-experte.com about SUP and everything that goes with it.
Comment by the author
2019 is a great year to enter Stand Up Paddling. Sure the summer will be just as great as last year. And the selection of boards has never been so great!
My favorites for this SUP season are:
- For newcomers without accessories: WOWSEA AN17 305cm (quality, low priced complete set)
- For families: Aqua Marina Atlas * (large board with space for several people)
- For experienced paddlers: Bluefin Cruise 330 cm / 365 cm (wonderful Touring Board)