Design & Features

The Axiom Racquet Bag 2.0 offers a sporty feel with functional technical fabrics that look great too. Up close, you’ll notice the bag has a subtle diamond shape texture, which is subtly reflective in the sun.

Let’s review some of the bag’s finer design touches and features with my thoughts on each to help determine if they fit your needs.

Logo & Branding

Geau’s Axiom Racquet Bag 2.0 showcases subtle branding on the bag’s zipper pulls, shoulder strap, sides, and front.

They all look clean, with the large metal plate on the bag’s front standing out the most. It’s super custom and a nice touch.

Most importantly, the branding isn’t too in your face, which I’m a big fan of, especially relative to the typical tennis bag from more prominent brands like Wilson, Babolat, Head, and Yonex.

Colors

For colors, Geau Sport keeps it simple. They offer two options for their Axiom Racquet Bag 2.0, including black and Aegean blue.

The black is great for players who like an understated look, while the lighter but rich Agean blue is perfect who appreciate a pop of color. I prefer black, but blue is an excellent option.

Indoors the blue is a bit more muted, but because the bag’s polyester has a slight sheen, it appears lighter in the sun.

I’d love to see Geau Sport offer a few extra colors for more variety, so there’s another opportunity for improvement. At the same time, they have a good baseline, catering to a large market segment with black alone.

If you could have the Axiom Racquet Bag 2.0 in a different color, what would it be? Post a comment at the bottom of this review to share your ideas.

Stretch Side Pockets

On either side of the bag’s lower portion are two mid-sized stretchy zipper pockets, which you can easily distinguish because the material has a different texture.

One of these pockets has an internal mesh pocket for extra organization, while both will stretch and expand to fit larger items that you might think you can’t squeeze in just by looking at the bag.

For example, I can fit a 32 oz Hydroflask bottle in these pockets. I wouldn’t use these pockets to store a larger water bottle, but it’s impressive that one can fit and is useful for stowing a few items in a rush.

Most players will likely find themselves storing accessories like grips, strings, snacks, or maybe even a smaller towel for quick access.

The only downside to these pockets is from a visual standpoint. If you add bulkier items, they’ll be somewhat visible outside because the material conforms to them.

Furthermore, it’s less durable than the polyester ripstop that covers the rest of the bag’s panels, which could cause some headaches if it snags or rips coming in contact with a sharper or abrasive object.

Felt-lined Pocket

Above one of the stretch side pockets, you’ll find an additional mid-sized zipper pocket toward the bag’s top, which is felt-lined and contains two smaller slip pockets that are also felt-lined.

These pockets are perfect for valuables, easily fitting a larger phone and a pair of sunglasses or similar items you want to avoid getting scratched, which is a nice touch because I always have these in my bag.

The only downside is that if the bag ends up on its side, these items can come loose and fall out. To be fair, Geau Sport designed the bag to stand upright, which it does super well. However, when I toss it in my car or travel, there’s no guarantee it will stay upright the whole time.

Large Racquet Compartments

There are large racquet compartments with padding running the entire length of each side of the bag. The 9-pack can store up to two extended-length oversized racquets, while the 12-pack can stash up to three.

For the best fit, don’t line up the racquet handles with each other. Instead, cross one over the other, which takes up less space.

The only downside to crossing the handles is that the beam of your racquets will sit flush against each other, increasing the likelihood of scratches. This problem isn’t unique to Geau Sport, but I’d love to see them solve it with a creative solution in the future.

For example, a thin internal sleeve between each of the racquet heads could help cut down on any friction.

Ventilated Shoe Compartment

At the top of the bag, there’s a large ventilated shoe compartment, which will fit up to a size 12 tennis shoe. Mine are a size 10.5, and it’s one of the roomier shoe compartments of all the bags I’ve tested.

As a bonus, it’s waterproof, so in addition to your shoes, it will work well for sweaty clothes or a used towel while keeping the items in the main compartment dry. For ventilation, two exterior vents help maintain airflow, allowing moisture to evaporate and helping manage the smell of used gear. I accidentally left wet items in this compartment for a few days after playing, and there wasn’t any mildew, thanks to the vents.

One thing to keep in mind about this enclosure is that it shares space with the large main compartment. If you pack either one tight, you’ll have less space in the other. From a visual check, a packed shoe compartment will eat into about 1/4 of the main compartment’s space.

That’s how all shoe compartments work in racquet bags, but it’s worth noting and a good reason to move up to the 12-pack Axiom Racquet bag if you’re concerned about enough space.

Large Main Compartment

At the bag’s center, you’ll find the Axiom Racquet Bag 2.0’s largest compartment, which can store almost anything you can dream of bringing to the court. The coolest part about this section of the bag is that it includes two velcro dividers or shelves for organizing all your gear.

Hands down, this is my favorite part of the bag. The dividers are well-designed, fitting super snugly, and the Velcro is extra strong, ensuring a secure fit and keeping your items in place.

As far as size goes, the compartment is more than adequate. Of course, if you have an oversized item you’d like to stash in your bag, you can forgo the dividers to make room or use only one.

However, if you want to store an extra racquet or two in this compartment, you’ll need to skip the dividers because the racquet will run the entire length. In that case, I’d recommend players move up to the larger 12-pack Axiom Racquet bag, which fits three racquets in each side compartment, leaving the center wide open for gear.

Shoulder Straps

The Geau Axiom Racquet Bag has two adjustable shoulder straps for easily carrying all your gear around, with mesh padding similar to the back side of the bag for comfort.

If I were to call out any areas for improvement, a sternum strap could come in handy for larger loads, which can distribute weight more evenly and ease pressure on your shoulders. I’d also prefer the bag use anodized aluminum adjusters (or similar metal) for the shoulder straps to match the zipper pulls rather than plastic.

Another added feature that some players might find useful is the ability to remove these straps for travel. However, since they are the main way players carry the bag, it might not be super practical without adding another carry handle or two.

Despite those opportunities for improvement, there’s nothing to complain about with the straps – they do their job perfectly.

YKK Zippers

YKK is a Japanese manufacturing company that produces some of the world’s most reliable zippers, among other products. Geau Sport uses them throughout their bag to ensure reliable performance that lasts.

Beyond their easy glide that doesn’t get stuck or hung up, I appreciate how the zippers on the bag hide the zipper teeth behind a cover for additional protection while giving the bag a clean appearance.

The bag offers seven zippers and eleven zipper pulls, so it pays to use a brand name that you can trust not to break or come undone.

Top Carry Handle

At the bag’s top, you’ll find a single carry handle to pick it up while keeping it upright. It’s thick, sturdy, and feels good in the hand, and considering the bag’s upright design, it’s a logical location.

Hanging Hook

Directly beneath the carry handle is a small pocket for the bag’s hanging hook, which allows you to hang your bag from a fence.

There are two benefits here. First, it lets you keep your bag off the court, which is particularly handy on clay courts. However, hanging your bag a little higher makes accessing your bag’s contents easier, preventing you from bending down to get something out.

The hook is incredibly sturdy and attached to the bag with heavy stitching to withstand the weight of a fully packed bag. It’s another one of those unique features that help Geau Sport stand out from the crowd.