Gym bags

[DK82]

Anyone have a recommendation for a gym bag that has two separate compartments?  The idea of throwing my dirty, sweaty clothes into the bag following a workout and then putting clean clothes into that exact same spot the next day seems odd.  I don't need any bells and whistles, just a bag that has two separate areas for clothes. 

[uniwelder]

Put the dirty clothes into a plastic grocery bag, tie or twist to seal, then throw that in the duffle bag.

[Metalcat]

It second the recommendation of just using a laundry bag. Sorry, I've never seen a compartmentalized gym bag like that.

[nereo]

It second the recommendation of just using a laundry bag. Sorry, I've never seen a compartmentalized gym bag like that.

If you search through swim bags/backpacks you might find what you are looking for.  Most have waterproof divisions to keep your wet towel/suit separate from all your dry clothes, but they would work just as well to segregate sweaty gym wear.  BEst of all they have mesh panels to allow them to breathe so your sweaty workout clothes don’t fester.

Here’s one I’ve been using almost daily for several years:
https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/tyr-alliance-45l-backpack-8146313/?color=blackwhite
There are duffle-bag style options too.

Of course just getting a reusable cloth bag to keep inside your existing bag will be the cheapest option.

[sonofsven]

I have an old Timbuk2 courier bag that has a kind of false back (inside) that only opens from the sides, so you can stuff the dirty stuff in there. I don't know if the new ones are still built this way.

[Sibley]

I just keep some plastic grocery bags handy. Don't overcomplicate this - any special compartment is going to get gross and smelly and defeat the purpose eventually, and no you won't be able to get the smell out. Its just a matter of time. Plastic bags are disposable, just make sure you reuse/recycle appropriately.

[Uturn]

What about a stuff sack?  Here are 3 for $9 and they last longer than grocery bags.

https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Products-Ditty-3-Pack-Colors/dp/B07QYCKWPW/ref=sr_1_10?crid=LDMDOAT1ZRBP&keywords=stuff+sack&qid=1669736606&sprefix=stuff+sack%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-10

[cool7hand]

I own a 20 plus year old Nike bag with a separate compartment for dirty gym clothes. The zipper only kind of works, but it's so hard to find something built like this now. The separate compartment is better than a disposable bag because you never have to replace it. You can throw a wet bathing suit in the separate compartment, and everything else stays dry and clean smelling. If going to the gym is something you do frequently, a gym back like this is definitely worth the investment.

[roomtempmayo]

It second the recommendation of just using a laundry bag. Sorry, I've never seen a compartmentalized gym bag like that.

If you search through swim bags/backpacks you might find what you are looking for.  Most have waterproof divisions to keep your wet towel/suit separate from all your dry clothes, but they would work just as well to segregate sweaty gym wear.  BEst of all they have mesh panels to allow them to breathe so your sweaty workout clothes don’t fester.

Here’s one I’ve been using almost daily for several years:
https://www.swimoutlet.com/products/tyr-alliance-45l-backpack-8146313/?color=blackwhite
There are duffle-bag style options too.

Of course just getting a reusable cloth bag to keep inside your existing bag will be the cheapest option.

I have a swim backpack with a full mesh back and internal divider from Patagonia that's about 20 years old.  It's pretty much the perfect gym bag. 

Doesn't look like they're made anymore, but you might snag one on eBay.

[MaybeBabyMustache]

I have an UnderArmour bag that has what you've described. I'd check their offerings.

[GuitarStv]

I've always used a plastic bag in my duffel for this.

[Metalcat]

I own a 20 plus year old Nike bag with a separate compartment for dirty gym clothes. The zipper only kind of works, but it's so hard to find something built like this now. The separate compartment is better than a disposable bag because you never have to replace it. You can throw a wet bathing suit in the separate compartment, and everything else stays dry and clean smelling. If going to the gym is something you do frequently, a gym back like this is definitely worth the investment.

A laundry bag doesn't need to be disposable. That's just one option people are mentioning.

But the travel/luggage world has endless options for keeping laundry separate, so it's a very easy, cheap thing to find.