1 Best for… Running
Puma Complete Running Gear Carrier, £25
Fed up with your gear getting all disorganised when you’re going for a run? This lightweight pack can make that a thing of the past. Sleek and compact, the bag offers plenty of separate compartments so your running gear is always to hand. It even has neat labels in case you forget where you put your shoes, socks or iPod.

Stockists: pumarunning.com

2 Best for… Sailing
Gill Marine all-weather waterproof bag, £75
This nautical bag is made from highly durable puncture-resistant materials that have been welded and fused together to form a permanently waterproof seal, so you can be sure that your possessions will be well and truly protected when on deck.

Stockists: 0115 946 0844, gillmarine.com

3 Best for… Safari
Sand Storm Pioneer bag, £195
Hand-made in Kenya, this bag is constructed from a robust lined material that will keep your smalls secure while you trek around the wilderness. The large end-pockets are also useful for finding the necessaries when you reach base camp.

Stockists: 0131 225 8510, sandstormkenya.com

4 Best for… Backpacking
The North Face Doubletrack 25, £210
Whether you’re embarking on a weekend adventure or a year-long trek around the globe, this bag is the perfect travelling companion. It’s a convenient trolley bag that converts easily into a backpack with a comfortable curve to make it easy on your back, and it’s built from heavy-duty materials.

Stockists: 01539 738882, thenorthface.com

5 Best for… Snowboarding
Salomon The Answer snowboard bag, £80
This fully padded zipped bag is ideal for carrying your snowboard and boots, and its secure Velcro straps will help to protect your board. External and internal pockets provide easy access to your gear, plus it’s on wheels – great for saving your energy for the slopes.

Stockists: 0800 389 4350, salomonsports.com