A chalk bag is a climbing essential and can be an expression of our climbing personality. My friends and I always notice a nice new chalk bag in our midst! I’m trying to be more of a conscious consumer and so I looked for a sustainable chalk bag. Here are five great options for sustainable chalk bags.
3rd Rock Scrappy Doo Chalk Bag
Pictured above is my actual chalk bag – an Algae Scrappy Doo from 3rd Rock. I love it and it works well with my bouldering outfit.
3rd Rock offer sustainable chalk bags made from upcycled fabrics. They feature a drawstring closure, a large zip pocket and an elastic brush-holder.
The waist strap is elastic string which you have to tie on. I don’t really like this so I don’t use it and just leave my bag on the mat. If you have an old chalk bag it would be easy to thread the strap through the loops on the Scrappy Doo.
No two are the same, and you can’t choose the exact bag to purchase. There are five groups of designs to choose from and they will select one for you – perfect if you like a surprise and aren’t too picky!
You can buy the Scrappy Doo Chalk Bag for £23 from 3rd Rock. Larger sizes are available at slightly higher prices.
SNAP Chalk Pockets
I bought a SNAP Chalk Pocket for my boyfriend for Christmas and he loves it.
Made from 100% recycled polyester with a metal (instead of plastic) clasp on the strap, the SNAP chalk pocket is eco-friendly.
It comes in a variety of colours and features a large velcro pocket, a brush holder, and a drawstring closure to keep your chalk secure.
I love the colours and the practical features are flawless.
You can buy the SNAP Chalk Pocket for £27.99 on Amazon.
Mammut We Care Chalk Bag
The Mammut We Care Chalk Bag is made from 100% recycled materials and offcuts from the production of other products.
This one has a classic design with a brush holder and a drawstring closure.
I love the simplicity of the design and the sustainable approach from one of the better known climbing brands.
You can buy the Mammut We Care Chalk Bag for £22.50 on Amazon.
Dirtbags Recycled Rope Chalk Bags
Dirtbags offer a range of chalk bags but my favourite are the brightly coloured recycled rope bags. These are made using retired climbing rope and fabric offcuts.
Features include an elastic chalk brush holder and drawstring closure. However, you do need to purchase the waist strap separately if you don’t already have one from an old chalk bag.
I love that no two will be entirely the same and they’re made in a workshop in the UK.
You can buy Dirtbags Recylced Rope Chalk Bags for £28.99 on their website.
PrAna Roots Studio Chalk Bags
The PrAna Roots Studio chalk bags are made from 100% recycled polyester. They support indigenous artists around the globe by featuring their designs in the collection.
There’s no pocket but the chalk bag features an elastic brush holders and a drawstring closure.
You can buy PrAna Roots Studio Chalk Bags for £22 from Bananafingers.
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