The Foldable Barrel Bag
The Foldable Barrel Bag
Item# SAZUF-BUMEW
- Material: Nylon
- Dimensions: 19 W x 9" H"
- Imprint Specs: 6" w x 6" h on side panel. Screen printed. Price includes 1 color, 1 location,
- Production Time: 7 to 10 working days or 1 to 4 working days for rush service
- Min Qty: 100
- As Low As $4.86
* Request a quote now or call us for exact pricing on your desired quantity. Prices shown are for domestic production. Import options are available at lower price points.
Product Description
The Foldable Barrel Bag is a nylon mesh duffel that folds flat for storage and opens into a 19″ W x 9″ H barrel-shaped carry bag — the only duffel-format foldable bag in our catalog. This is designed as overflow luggage: the bag that lives folded in a suitcase, backpack, or car trunk and deploys when you need extra carrying capacity for souvenirs, shopping, gym clothes, or items that don’t fit in your primary bag. The wide zippered closure opens the full length of the bag for easy loading, and adjustable shoulder straps accommodate hand carry and over-the-shoulder carry at any height. The mesh construction provides ventilation — critical for gym clothes, sports gear, and items that need airflow rather than a sealed compartment. A 6″ x 6″ screen print imprint on the side panel provides branded visibility. Available in Black. 100-unit minimum with less-than-minimum quantities available on request. 7-10 working days with 1-4 day rush. As low as $6.48.
The barrel shape is the functional difference between this bag and every tote and shopper in the catalog. A barrel duffel has a cylindrical profile — wide at the center, tapered at the ends — that carries differently than a flat-sided tote. The rounded shape distributes weight evenly across the bottom of the bag rather than concentrating it at the seams and corners. This means gym shoes, rolled towels, bulky souvenirs, and irregularly shaped items sit naturally inside the bag without creating pressure points that stress the fabric. The wide zippered closure opens the full top of the barrel, turning the bag into an open well that’s easy to load — no forcing items through a narrow opening. The adjustable shoulder straps are the detail that makes this a legitimate travel and gym bag rather than a novelty: the straps adjust to position the bag at hip level, chest level, or wherever the user prefers based on their height and the bag’s weight. The mesh panels provide ventilation that solid-fabric bags don’t — wet swimwear, sweaty gym clothes, and damp towels breathe inside the bag rather than sitting in a sealed, humid compartment that breeds odor and mildew. The foldable format is the travel utility: the bag compresses flat and takes up minimal space in a suitcase or backpack until it’s needed. At 100 units minimum — with less-than-minimum quantities available — this is accessible for small groups, teams, and event orders that don’t need large runs.
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Specifications
Material: Nylon with mesh panels
Format: Barrel/duffel, foldable
Dimensions: 19″ W x 9″ H
Closure: Wide zippered opening
Straps: Adjustable shoulder straps
Print Method: Screen print
Imprint Area: 6″ W x 6″ H on side panel
Price includes: 1 color, 1 location
Color: Black
Minimum Order: 100 units (less-than-minimum quantities available — contact us)
Production Time: 7-10 working days, or 1-4 days rush
Price: As low as $6.48
Import Option: Available at lower price points — contact us
What Sets the Foldable Barrel Bag Apart
Duffel format — the only barrel-shaped bag in our catalog: The cylindrical barrel profile is a fundamentally different carrying format than flat-sided totes and shoppers. The rounded shape distributes weight evenly, accommodates irregularly shaped items, and carries naturally over a shoulder or at the side. This is a gym bag and travel bag format, not a shopping bag format.
Mesh ventilation: The mesh panels allow airflow through the bag — wet gym clothes, damp swimwear, and sweaty sports gear breathe rather than sitting sealed in humid fabric. Ventilation prevents the odor and mildew buildup that solid-fabric bags create when carrying moisture-laden items.
Folds flat for travel storage: The entire duffel compresses flat and stores in a suitcase, carry-on, or backpack until needed. This is the bag that travelers pack "just in case" — it deploys for overflow shopping, souvenir accumulation, or any situation where the primary luggage runs out of space.
Adjustable shoulder straps: The straps adjust for length, allowing the bag to sit at hip level, chest level, or anywhere in between based on the user's height and load weight. This is a genuine adjustable strap system, not fixed-length handles — the bag adapts to the user rather than forcing a single carry position.
100-unit minimum with sub-minimum available: The lowest standard minimum of any duffel or barrel bag, with even smaller quantities available on request. Small teams, wedding parties, bachelorette groups, corporate retreats, and test orders are all feasible.
Ideal For
Gym and fitness — a foldable gym bag that stores in a locker, car trunk, or desk drawer until needed. The mesh ventilation handles sweaty clothes and wet gear. The adjustable shoulder straps carry comfortably from gym to car to home. The barrel format fits shoes, towels, and rolled clothing naturally
Travel and tourism — the foldable duffel that lives in a suitcase for the outbound trip and deploys for the return trip when souvenirs and shopping have exceeded the primary luggage capacity. Hotels, airlines, and tourism boards distribute a bag that travelers use throughout their trip and pack flat for the flight home
Sports teams and leagues — branded team duffel bags for practice, travel, and game day. The barrel format carries equipment, uniforms, and personal items. The adjustable straps accommodate athletes of different heights. The mesh panels ventilate post-game gear
Wedding and party groups — bachelorette parties, bachelor weekends, Sweet Sixteen events, and group trips. The less-than-minimum option means even small groups can order branded duffels as keepsakes. The Black color suits any event theme
Corporate retreats and team events — a branded foldable duffel for offsite meetings, team-building weekends, and company outings. Distribute at the event as a welcome gift that attendees use immediately for the trip and keep for future travel and gym use
Outdoor and recreation — a foldable bag for beach trips, camping, hiking, and day excursions. The mesh panels handle wet and sandy items. The barrel format carries towels, changes of clothes, and outdoor gear. The bag folds away when the outing is done
How It Compares
The Foldable Barrel Bag is the only duffel-format foldable bag in our catalog — and the only bag with mesh ventilation panels and adjustable shoulder straps. For a foldable tote with multi-compartment organization and an expandable zippered bottom, the BRIGHTtravels Foldable Zippered Tote at 19″ L x 13.25″ H offers a structured travel tote format at a 36-unit minimum. For a waterproof foldable in ripstop nylon with a built-in storage strap, the Ripstop Nylon Folding Shopper folds to 8″ in tear-resistant 210D ripstop. For a foldable polyester with an embroidery option and drawstring pouch, the Latitudes Foldaway Shopper offers 210D polyester with three print methods. For the most affordable foldable tote with a self-storage pouch, the T-Shirt Style Tote starts at $0.59 in polyester.
Ready to order? Request a quote above for exact pricing on your quantity — including less-than-minimum orders. Domestic and import pricing available. Every order includes a free digital proof for your approval before production. Questions? Call us at 877-334-5323 — our team will help with artwork setup, rush options, and timeline.