Category: Canvas Bags

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Why We Use Australian Made Canvas—And Why It Matters

Standard panniers and Large Top Bag

Built for Aussie Conditions, Backed by Aussie Values

At Naz Bags, we don’t just make canvas gear—we craft durable, functional products made to handle Australia’s harshest conditions. Whether you’re riding through the bush, wheeling rugged trails, or camping off-grid, your gear has to keep up.

That’s why we use 100% Australian made canvas in nearly everything we make—from saddle bags to tool rolls, rear motorcycle bags to custom covers. It’s not the cheapest option—but it’s the best. Here’s why it matters.

1. Tough as Nails: Designed for the Aussie Outdoors

Australian made canvas is specifically engineered to withstand:

  • Intense UV exposure without breaking down
  • Heavy rain and high humidity, thanks to water-resistant coatings
  • Rough use—scrapes, mud, dust, and more

Cheap imported canvas may look similar, but it often lacks the density, treatment, and longevity of Aussie-manufactured textiles. When you invest in quality canvas, you’re getting gear that won’t give up after a few rides or storms.

2. Sustainability Starts with Materials

We care about the land we’re lucky to live and work on. Australian canvas is:

  • Manufactured under strict environmental regulations
  • Made in part from natural fibres like cotton, which biodegrade more easily
  • Crafted with lower-impact dyes and treatments

We also work to minimise offcuts and reuse materials where we can—so your bag isn’t just strong, it’s part of a conscious production cycle.

3. Supporting Local Matters

When you buy from us, you’re supporting:

  • A small Australian workshop (that’s us!)
  • Aussie textile mills that employ local workers
  • A regional supply chain that keeps money in our communities

We don’t outsource the tough stuff. Our workshop is where your gear is designed, cut, sewn, and packed—with care, by hand.

4. Long-Term Value Over Fast Fixes

Yes, you might find a cheaper bag online—but what’s the true cost?

  • Cheap canvas frays, tears, and leaks sooner
  • Imported products may not meet safety or quality standards
  • Fast-fashion gear ends up in landfill far too soon

A Naz Bag is made to last years, not months. Most of our customers return not because something wore out, but because they want a second or third bag!

Feel the Difference—Choose Quality

If you’ve ever handled a genuine Australian canvas bag, you’ll know the feel: thick, flexible, textured, and rugged. It’s the kind of material that says, “I’ve got your back,” whether you’re hammering up a trail or hauling gear through the bush.

We’re proud to support local, use ethical materials, and deliver tough, handcrafted gear that works hard—just like you.

🛒 Explore our full range of canvas gear here
📩 Got a question or need something custom? Contact us—we’d love to hear from you.

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Portable Dog Fence Bag

The Portable Dog Fence Bag from Naz Bags is a custom-designed solution for transporting portable dog fencing, ideal for travelers and campers accompanied by their dogs. Crafted from durable 15oz ripstop canvas, this bag is built to withstand the rigors of outdoor adventures.

Key Features:

  • Custom Fit: These ones were designed to accommodate fence panels measuring 1000mm x 800mm x 100mm when stacked, ensuring a snug and secure fit.
  • Secure Closure: Equipped with a hook and loop fastening system along the top, providing easy access while keeping contents secure during transport.
  • Reinforced Handles: Features 25mm polypropylene webbing handles that wrap around the entire bag, offering enhanced strength and durability for carrying heavy loads.
  • Material Options: While the standard model utilizes 15oz ripstop canvas for maximum durability, a lighter 8oz canvas option is available for those seeking a more economical choice.
  • Pricing: The bag is priced at $180 plus postage for the 15oz ripstop canvas version.

Naz Bags specializes in custom-made canvas products, ensuring each bag meets specific requirements. For personalized sizing or material preferences, customers are encouraged to contact us.

These are the ripstop colours:

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Solar Panel Bag

Customer: “I was wondering whether you would be able to make a bag/cover for a folding solar panel I use when I am travelling. I was thinking about getting it made out of similar material to a horse rug, canvas outer with a heavy felt liner to protect the panel from damage when it is bouncing around in the back of my van. The panel is about 700x1000mm and about 50mm thick.”

Naz: “I would do that like the firepit bags I have been doing lately, although bigger. Just a flat bag with velcro across the top and handles that are stitched all the way around. The bag would be a bit larger in dimension to allow for the 50mm thickness. I have attached a photo of one of the fire pit bags. I can line it with horse rug wool fabric.”

23/05/22: These are soon to be a product for sale on the website as we have been doing a lot as custom orders. They are costing about $150 – $250 dependent on size and we have sourced a recycled wool lining. Please contact us for orders.

Solar panel bags are now available on the website.

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Custom Canvas Panniers

This last week has been custom and new product week. Often a custom order turns into a new product that I have been considering for a while. One I have finished today is the second set of our new Big Fella Panniers. This set has pockets for water bottle on the back of each and has one side narrower than the other. They also called for a longer throw-over strap which I will keep in future sets. It will now cover a 600mm distance between bags. The finalised template for these large 25 – 35 litre panniers is now done, which mean it won’t feel like reinventing the wheel every time.

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Canvas Care

Canvas care notes below.

Also:

  • If there are complementary strips of double sided hook and loop included in your order they are removable ones to assist in securing your item, if needed.

  • Please ensure that you secure your luggage well. The panniers have tie down points to use. Because they are called throw-over panniers does not mean they don’t need securing.

  • Canvas is not heat proof so please be careful of where you place your luggage in relation to your exhaust system.

Canvas Care Instructions

To help maximise the durability and life of your defab® Canvas, please follow the following instructions

thoroughly – this will allow you to enjoy many years of excellent service and satisfaction from your defab®

canvas.

• Prior to using your defab® canvas we recommend that you thoroughly wet your canvas with a domestic hose

and let it dry fully in the sun. This is necessary to allow the fabric to settle after transport and packaging.

Failure to do this may cause leakage in initial exposure to rain.

• Store, pack or roll up only when clean and dry.

• To remove dirt, brush dry fabric with soft brush. (An occasional hosing may remove dust and some

ingrained dirt)

• Never scrub the fabric.

• Do not expose to petrol or oil.

• Immediately remove deposits of organic matter (such as soil, grass cuttings, leaf litter, bird droppings,

vehicle exhaust, pollutants, etc)

• Remove any mildew, as it appears, first by brushing, then by treating with diluted chlorine bleach (typically

1 part White King to 4 parts water to achieve 1% available chlorine) Allow to dry in full sun, then hose well to

remove any residue.

• Do not use strong bleaches such as ‘pool chlorine’.

• Do not use soaps, detergents, solvents, or other liquid cleaners.

Exposure to the elements and excessive cleaning may affect the water proofness and appearance of the

canvas. Occasional rejuvenation of your canvas is recommended. Additional proofing may help re-invigorate

the canvas. Only use one type of proofing agent on your canvas. Fluoro-chemicals like Scotch guard may be

used on all fabrics. Only reproof® by defab® is recommended to be used on defab® canvas.

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Motorcycle Pudding

The Motorcycle Pudding has been travelling to motorcycle rallies since the 70’s. It is used as a tool to raise funds for the Flying Doctors. Here is the story.

I have been babysitting the Pudding since the New Year and waiting for someone who can take it to the Border Rally later in the year. In the meantime I took it along to a rally at Handlebar Haven in Kilkivan. It is a great spot ran by friends of mine: Annie and Jock. At the rally the Pudding got to meet Scott Britnell, who is racing in the next Dakar.

I also donated $2 for each motorcycle tool roll sold while I had it here. Plus I made it new clothes to celebrate it’s birthday.

As you can see the Pudding is encased in resin to protect it. I think it is so that some traveller doesn’t get hungry! A diary accompanies the Pudding so that the carrier than make any notes. Someone is about to come and take it off my hands and so it’s journey continues.