If you struggle with the meaning of ‘packing light’ then don’t miss this selection of luggage to help you store all of your horsey goods:
Felix Bühler Cass Canvas Sportsbag
This sporty bag is made of canvas and features synthetic leather badges in a contrasting colour. This bag is prefect for competitions and riding holidays as it easily stows away all of your important belongings. The bag also has the logo badge on the front, a small inside zip pocket and a large zip pocket at the front, short handles and an adjustable, removable shoulder strap.
RRP: £22.90
Visit: www.kramer.co.uk
Cottage Craft Large Tote Bag
This bag is useful for on the yard or going out to events. The large tote bag features a zip lid, pockets, carry handles, shoulder straps and an outer zipper pocket.
RRP: 16.99
Visit: www.cottagecraft.co.uk or call 01274 711048
Veredus Backpack
This smart, sporty backpack is made of ripstop polyester and features the Veredus logo. It is both comfortable and functional and boasts a front zipped pocket, two main compartments, side mesh pockets and adjustable ergonomic straps and belt.
RRP: £30
Visit: www.zebraproducts.co.uk or call 01352 763350
HV Polo Event Luggage Range
Travel in style with the HV Polo luggage range. The range includes a grooming bag, a boot bag and a sports bag. All of the luggage features grab handle straps and a detachable shoulder strap.
RRP: from £24.99
Visit: www.naylors.com or call 01706 507555
Moorland Rider Horse Stuff Bag
This roomy Horse Stuff bag has a fun equestrian print on the front. The bag folds down flat when it is not in use and comes with a smaller bag for additional storage.
RRP: £10.50
Visit: www.moorlandrider.co.uk
BR Passion Grooming Bag
This water repellent bag features several compartments, including a middle zip compartment. It has an adjustable and detachable shoulder strap, carry handles and four supportive studs underneath.
RRP: £31.95
Visit: www.br.nl
Equiport Diamante Ring Bag
This useful ring bag has a strong zip top opening that is lined with eye-catching diamantes. The bag features two sturdy carry handles, making it perfect for carrying all of your competition accessories. It is available with or without a whip holder and can be made in your choice of colour, with personalised embroidery if required.
RRP: from £78
Visit: www.equiport.co.uk or call 01565 723525
Equipe Large Kit Bag
This nylon bag is very durable and comes on wheels, which makes it very portable. It has a separate compartment for your boots to ensure that any mud stays away from your competition gear. There is even enough room for a close contact jumping saddle.
RRP £108
Visit: www.zebraproducts.co.uk or call 01352 763350
Alan Paine Tweed Travel Bag
This capacious travel bag comes in pure wool tweed or sand canvas with oak leather handles. The bag features a striking embossed Alan Paine logo and is fully lined with an attractive check lining. The perfect bag for a weekend getaway.
RRP: £299.99
Visit: www.alanpaine.co.uk
Mark Todd Jacket Bag
This practical nylon jacket bag is ideal for keeping your competition clothes clean and dry. It features silver Mark Todd embroidery and piping.
RRP: £24.95
Visit: www.wefi.co.uk or call 01303 872277
Childéric Bespoke Bag
The Childéric Spring 40 bag takes designer detailing to a whole new level with its off the peg design and bespoke options.
RRP: from £567
Visit: www.childericsaddles.co.uk
Life Of Riley Leather Weekend Travel Bag
This generously sized weekend travel bag is an ideal bag to use for a short break away. It is lined with a smart stripe ticking fabric and features a security pocket, two pen holders, credit cards slots and an open phone holder pocket. Other useful features include a front pocket along the entire length of the bag, a handy zip pocket on the reverse of the bag and a central leather strap.
RRP: £240
Visit: www.lifeofrileyonline.co.uk or call 01799 551871
Shires Dog Print Bag
This padded side opening kit bag benefits from an inner boot divider, an outer opening hat compartment, a whip pocket, an adjustable shoulder strap, grab handles and a reinforced base with hardwearing feet.
RRP: £31.99
Visit: www.shiresequestrian.com or call 01568 613600
Woof Wear Luggage Range
This practical range of heavy-duty water resistant bags is specifically designed to keep your hats, boots, bridles, jackets and luggage in show condition. With reinforced handles, front pockets and strong rubber zip pulls, the Woof Wear luggage range is a necessity while travelling, at competitions or for storing your show gear at home.
RRP: from £15
Visit: www.woofwear.com
Oliver Brown Duffel Bag
This small duffel on wheels is a versatile bag suitable for everyday life. It is created from the finest cotton canvas and features vegetable-tanned leather trimmings and detailing.
RRP: £375
Visit: www.oliverbrown.org.uk
Apatchy Personalised Kit Bag
This stunning heritage kit bag is the ideal travel companion. It is lined with china blue corduroy fabric and comes with a removable shoulder strap. The bag is instantly personalised with Apatchy’s velcro-grip patches and makes the perfect gift for any country lover.
RRP: £65
Visit: http://goo.gl/lVg4Fm
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