There are dry bags, and then there are dry bags you can actually throw gear into quickly and trust completely. The SealLine Pro Zip Duffel brings submersible-rated waterproof protection together with the kind of easy zipper access that makes loading and unloading at the put-in far less of a production.

The YKK AquaSeal zipper is the centrepiece here. It glides smoothly and seals tight enough to handle full submersion at one metre for 30 minutes, which covers everything from an unexpected capsize to lashing gear to the deck of a sea kayak in following seas. Heavy-duty polyurethane-coated polyester with an abrasion-resistant bottom and RF-welded seams means this duffel is built to handle the rougher side of paddling and travelling without showing wear quickly.

Carrying options are well thought out. The handles convert to shoulder straps with a strap keeper, four side-haul handles make it easy to pass the bag between hands on a rocky portage, and lash points let you secure it to a boat or roof rack with confidence. When the season wraps up, it rolls down compact for easy storage. PVC-free construction keeps the environmental footprint reasonable without compromising on durability or performance.

• Material: Heavy-duty polyurethane-coated polyester, PVC-free
• Seam construction: RF-welded throughout
• Closure: YKK AquaSeal waterproof zipper
• Submersion rating: 1 metre for 30 minutes
• Carry system: Convertible handles and shoulder straps with strap keeper
• Handles: Four side-haul handles plus lash points
• Hardware: Corrosion-resistant throughout
• Storage: Rolls up compact when not in use