ArcMate Charcoal Bag

Q: What charcoal is best for a roast?

Hardwood Lump Charcoal – Our favourite. Made from natural Aussie hardwoods like ironbark or gidgee, lump charcoal burns hotter and gives off that authentic smoky flavour. It’s perfect for roasts because you can maintain steady heat for hours without heavy smoke or chemical smells. Charcoal Briquettes – Best for slow cooking. If you want a slower, more even burn (great for longer roasts like pork or lamb), briquettes are a solid pick. They hold heat well and reduce the need for constant topping up — just make sure you choose natural, low-ash briquettes without added chemicals.

Q: What size bag should I get?

It depends on your trip style! The Small (4–5kg) is perfect for overnighters and weekend campouts when you’re cooking a few meals over the fire. The Large (6–8kg) is better for longer trips or when you’ll be cooking multiple roasts or running the fire over several days. Pro tip: If you like having extra fuel on hand (or you feed a lot of hungry campmates), go the Large.

$45.00

The ArcMate Charcoal Bag is built tough for off-road travel, keeping charcoal lumps or heat beads dry, contained, and mess-free. Fully waterproof and dust-proof, it protects your fuel from moisture while keeping your 4WD, canopy, or boot clean.

Fully waterproof & dust-proof design — keeps fuel bone dry

Available in two sizes — small or large storage

Easy to carry & store — no loose charcoal mess

Size: Small

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Description

The ArcMate Charcoal Bag is designed to keep your charcoal or heat beads dry, contained, and easy to transport, no matter where you travel. Built for off-road use, it protects your fuel from moisture, dust, and mess so it’s always ready when you need it.

Made from heavy-duty, fully waterproof material, the bag seals out rain, dew, and dust while keeping fine charcoal residue locked inside. This helps keep your vehicle, canopy, or boot clean and free from loose ash and debris.

Available in two sizes, the ArcMate Charcoal Bag suits both short trips and extended adventures. Tough, simple, and purpose-built, it’s the easiest way to store and carry charcoal without the usual mess.

Specifications

Material: tarpaulin, metal clip & cotton handles
Measurements: SML 500mm H x 200mm W - LRG - 600mm H x 225mm W
Weight: 0.3kg (empty)

WHAT'S INCLUDED

1x charcoal bag (select size of choice)
Or grab both sizes for all your adventures!

HOW TO USE

Load it up – Fill with charcoal lumps or heat beads.
Roll & clip – Fold the top over and secure with the metal clip to lock out dust and water.
Grab & go – Carry with the twin handles and hit the road, clean and mess-free.

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$45.00

Free Delivery*

We offer free metro delivery to all orders. Outside metro area shipping is $45 flat rate.

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All of our products are designed and tested in Australia by Aussie campers like you!

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3 Year Warranty

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Available in two sizes

Choose between the Small (holds 4–5kg) for overnight or weekend trips, or the Large (6–8kg) when you’re heading off-grid for longer adventures or cooking multiple roasts over the fire. No matter the trip, there’s a bag that fits your setup.

What charcoal is best for a roast?

Hardwood Lump Charcoal – Our favourite.
Made from natural Aussie hardwoods like ironbark or gidgee, lump charcoal burns hotter and gives off that authentic smoky flavour. It’s perfect for roasts because you can maintain steady heat for hours without heavy smoke or chemical smells.

Charcoal Briquettes – Best for slow cooking.
If you want a slower, more even burn (great for longer roasts like pork or lamb), briquettes are a solid pick. They hold heat well and reduce the need for constant topping up — just make sure you choose natural, low-ash briquettes without added chemicals.

What size bag should I get?

It depends on your trip style!
The Small (4–5kg) is perfect for overnighters and weekend campouts when you’re cooking a few meals over the fire.
The Large (6–8kg) is better for longer trips or when you’ll be cooking multiple roasts or running the fire over several days.

Pro tip: If you like having extra fuel on hand (or you feed a lot of hungry campmates), go the Large.

How much weight can the bags hold?

The small bag is designed to hold up to 5kgs and the large bag up to 8kg. The amount of charcoal you can fit in the bag will depend on the style of charcoal, eg heat beads will be smaller in size, therefore more can fit in the bag, whereas large charge lumps will fit less.

Is the ArcMate Charcoal Bag waterproof?

Yes. The bag is made from fully waterproof material to protect charcoal or heat beads from rain, dew, and moisture while travelling or camping.

Does it stop charcoal dust and mess?

Yes. The sealed design helps contain fine charcoal dust, keeping your 4WD, canopy, or boot clean and mess-free.

Can the bag be used for anything else?

While designed for charcoal and heat beads, some customers also use it to store kindling or fire-starting accessories. We've also used ours as a beach bag, swimming bag, shower bag, gazebo weights, rubbish bag..

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What charcoal is best for a roast?

Hardwood Lump Charcoal – Our favourite.
Made from natural Aussie hardwoods like ironbark or gidgee, lump charcoal burns hotter and gives off that authentic smoky flavour. It’s perfect for roasts because you can maintain steady heat for hours without heavy smoke or chemical smells.

Charcoal Briquettes – Best for slow cooking.
If you want a slower, more even burn (great for longer roasts like pork or lamb), briquettes are a solid pick. They hold heat well and reduce the need for constant topping up — just make sure you choose natural, low-ash briquettes without added chemicals.

What size bag should I get?

It depends on your trip style!
The Small (4–5kg) is perfect for overnighters and weekend campouts when you’re cooking a few meals over the fire.
The Large (6–8kg) is better for longer trips or when you’ll be cooking multiple roasts or running the fire over several days.

Pro tip: If you like having extra fuel on hand (or you feed a lot of hungry campmates), go the Large.

How much weight can the bags hold?

The small bag is designed to hold up to 5kgs and the large bag up to 8kg. The amount of charcoal you can fit in the bag will depend on the style of charcoal, eg heat beads will be smaller in size, therefore more can fit in the bag, whereas large charge lumps will fit less.

Is the ArcMate Charcoal Bag waterproof?

Yes. The bag is made from fully waterproof material to protect charcoal or heat beads from rain, dew, and moisture while travelling or camping.

Does it stop charcoal dust and mess?

Yes. The sealed design helps contain fine charcoal dust, keeping your 4WD, canopy, or boot clean and mess-free.

Can the bag be used for anything else?

While designed for charcoal and heat beads, some customers also use it to store kindling or fire-starting accessories. We've also used ours as a beach bag, swimming bag, shower bag, gazebo weights, rubbish bag..

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