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The Global Dry Bag 50L is built for keeping your essential gear protected when the weather turns rough or your adventures take you onto the water. With a generous 50-litre capacity, waterproof construction and a secure roll-top closure, it gives you plenty of space for clothing, equipment and everyday essentials while helping keep water, dirt and sand out.
Whether you're heading to the beach, travelling, camping, boating or exploring the outdoors, this rugged dry bag is designed to handle wet and demanding conditions without adding unnecessary weight to your kit.
The 50L capacity makes this a practical choice when you need more carrying space than a standard day bag. The flexible construction allows the bag to be packed around your gear, while the roll-top closure creates a secure watertight seal when properly closed.
Double backpack-style carry straps make it comfortable to carry over longer distances, giving the Global Dry Bag a useful advantage over traditional single-strap dry bags.
Its waterproof construction helps protect your belongings from rain, splashes, sand and dirt, making it particularly well suited to coastal adventures and water-based activities.
The Global Dry Bag combines a durable waterproof construction with a lightweight and flexible design. The roll-top closure allows the opening to be folded down and secured, helping create a reliable barrier against water and the elements.
The 50-litre capacity provides substantial storage for outdoor equipment, clothing and other essentials, while the backpack-style straps make it easier to transport when fully loaded.
A good dry bag should be simple: plenty of capacity, dependable waterproof protection and a practical way to carry it. The Global 50L ticks those boxes without overcomplicating things.
It's a particularly useful option for surfers, campers, boaters and outdoor adventurers who need to keep larger amounts of kit protected from wet, sandy and dirty environments.
Ideal for anyone looking for a 50L waterproof dry bag with backpack-style carrying. It's well suited to surfers, beach users, campers, boaters, travellers and anyone regularly heading outdoors in unpredictable weather.
We're an independent UK surf and skate shop specialising in practical equipment for life around the coast and outdoors. We select products that are designed to be used rather than simply looked at.
Capacity: 50 litres
Closure: Roll-top closure
Construction: Waterproof
Carry system: Double backpack-style carry straps
Design: Lightweight and flexible
Protection: Helps protect contents from water, dirt and sand
Suitable for: Travel, boating, camping, outdoor activities and water-based adventures
Is the Global 50L Dry Bag waterproof?
Yes. The bag features waterproof construction and a roll-top closure designed to create a secure seal and protect your gear from water, dirt and sand.
How much can a 50L dry bag hold?
The 50-litre capacity provides substantial storage for clothing, outdoor equipment and other essentials, making it suitable for longer trips and larger loads.
Can I carry the Global 50L Dry Bag as a backpack?
Yes. It features double backpack-style carry straps for easier and more comfortable transportation.
What can I use the Global 50L Dry Bag for?
It's suitable for surfing, boating, camping, travel and other outdoor activities where protecting your belongings from water and the elements is important.
UK 2-3 Working Day from dispatch
International - Calculated at checkout based on location
Standard UK
Most items on our store incur a postage fee and will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Our shipping costs vary according to the item chosen and will be displayed at checkout after you have entered you shipping address.
You will be able to view any postage charges in your order summary before committing to buy. Our regular UK delivery is either via Evri Courier or Royal Mail. Although some items may arrive via APC Courier, or DPD depending on size etc.
Delivery estimates for these services are approx 2-3 working days from dispatch (handling time approx 1 working day), and the price of this postage will be visible at checkout.
Surfboards Domestic UK
Standard UK (England, Wales, Scottish Lowlands)
Surfboards are not covered in standard shipping, simply due to their size and weight. We have a variable shipping cost for Surfboards and this is added at checkout once a customer address has been added.
As a guide, prices start from £17.50 for most foam surfboards. Maximum current price is approx £25 UK Mainland.
Surfboards are shipped via DX Freight or Parcelforce and delivery estimate for this service is 2 working days from dispatch.
We use a selection of UK couriers for domestic delivery. The vast majority of our items are dispatched via the Evri courier service. A tracking ID will be automatically sent to your email after dispatch. Check your inbox for our dispatch confirmation email. Follow progress of your parcel using the tracking link supplied in this email.
Dispatch Time - We aim to dispatch all orders within approx 2 working days from the date of order. Delivery estimate is added to this 'dispatch time' to give you estimated date of delivery.
'Made to order' items such as T-Shirts and Hoodies, have a lead time of approx 6 working days plus delivery times. If you're unsure, just drop us a message and we'll be happy to offer you further info.
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A signature may not always be required for delivery and if there is no one available to take delivery our carriers may attempt to leave it with a neighbour or in a safe, secure location.
A card may be left to advise this to you, or to confirm that the parcel has been returned to the local depot. You can then contact them to arrange collection or to schedule a new delivery date.
Ordered item must be inspected for any potential damage at the time of arrival and reported within 48 hours. To report any damage on arrival, please tap the live chat button and leave your message along with your order number and email address. If you have some photos of the damage, please attach these to your message. We'll get back to you asap with a solution.
Need some help or advice? Easiest way to get in touch is tap the blue 'Chat' button at the bottom of your screen. If we're not available, leave your query along with your name and and we'll get back to you asap.
Or if you live nearby, why not drop by our 'bricks and mortar' store in Sunderland to get that 'hands on' experience with our gear!
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Bob Gnarly Surf Ltd
78 Hylton Road
Sunderland
SR4 7BB
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