GoToob

Solve a common travel problem with these stick-anywhere toiletry containers
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Most hotels and gyms offer complimentary toiletries, but those who like to bring along their own favorites have probably noticed the hospitality often stops at precious shelf space. Enter the GoToob. Designed by San Francisco firm Humangear, the squeezable tubes have built-in suction cups on the back that cling to most glossy surfaces. They’re a useful update to Pkoh NYC‘s Silicone Travel Bottle that we wrote about a few years ago.

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In addition to the suction cup, GoToob’s “no-drip” dispenser keeps its contents cleanly inside, and a wide-mouth cap easily twists on and off for refills. The tube also has an ID window that rotates between the labels “soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion and sun” as a handy reminder of what you put inside.

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Selling in several colors and sizes, the PBA-free GoToob sells online and at stores like REI, The Container Store and Flight 001. In the U.K. try Amazon. Prices start around $6 for a 1.5-ounce tube, but suction cups are only available in two-ounce sizes.


Gyst Changing Bags

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For snow, surf or other wet adventures, the new Gyst water-repellent bags make both getting ready and post-activity cleanup a snap. A flap unfolds into a mat, keeping feet clean while you shimmy in and out of wetsuits, boots and the like. When not in use, the mat magnetically reattaches to the main compartment, which securely stores wet stuff.

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Designed for outdoor use, the durable PVC-free bag rests on a waterproof base and its numerous zippered compartments organize everything while protecting it all from sand, snow and mud.

The Gyst comes in four different types—the messenger, duffle and two backpacks—and ranges from $95-170. To order a bag send an email to info [at] gystconcept [dot] com, until their online shop is up and running.