Showing posts with label child carrier backpack. Show all posts
Showing posts with label child carrier backpack. Show all posts

Saturday, June 28, 2014

Justin Bieber Large Backpack

Justin Bieber Large Backpackcheap junk ripped before the school year was up

looked ok but just ripped wow what a rip off

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Save your money-arrived on time but the material was cheap and almost dry-rotted. The seams ripped out within the first 30 days of use and this was with a third grader carring one or two books back and forth on a bus from school.

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My granddaughter was thrilled with this! But kids at school make fun of her at school when she takes it to school! Kids can be so cruel!

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I bought it for my Daughter and she loves it! Almost a year now and its still holding stong.

Thank you

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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Gravis Battery

Gravis Battery Backpack - 28L Phantom, One SizeThe Gravis Battery backpack looks nice on paper and in images, but it wasn't what I expected. I purchased the " Phantom" version of the bag. The material does feel as if it holds up to the elements, but the overall build of it doesn't feel that sturdy. the lining between the main pocket and smaller middle pocket is so thin, that you can see through it. The isolated laptop pocket is nice but is not lined with any sort of soft fabric, it is just padded nylon. i did like the side beverage holder pockets. The main compartment is roomy, but the items do end up standing in a slant since the bottom of the bag is designed to contour better with your lower back rather than sit on a flat surface. I have since returned the item back. I did not buy the item through Amazon, had I, the item would have been easier to return.

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Insulated Drawstring Backpack Cooler Bag (Navy) by BAGS FOR LESSTM

Insulated Drawstring Backpack Cooler Bag by BAGS FOR LESSTMI bought two of these bags, not for a "Cooler bag" as stated, but for camera covers while on the tripod and during hiking. They are well made and work great for keeping dust off the cameras while not in use.

I've been using one of these bags since the purchase and noticed a tear in the inner liner yesterday. The bag is treated with kid gloves, the camera has no sharp edges and there should be no reason for a tear, especially if the inner material was made to withstand use. The bag has never been taken, to date, on a photo trip, it just covers and protects the camera from dust. I have second decisions about the quality of this product.

Good quality

Insulated interior (great for drinks!)

Pretty large, too large for my purposes. It's bigger that most other drawstrings.

Also pocket does not have zipper.

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Monday, May 12, 2014

Le Donne Leather Distressed Leather Womens Multi Pocket Backpack

Le Donne Leather Distressed Leather Womens Multi Pocket Backpackproduct as described. price was not bad.. item had more storage than expected.. leather and stitching are good.. been in use for a few months now 4+ with no signs of wear.

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Prince Carbon Back Pack Tennis Bag (Black)

Prince Carbon Back Pack Tennis BagI bought this bag to run back and forth for quick games to the tennis court and it's perfect.

It is a bit smaller than my last (Wilson bag), but I only carry 1-2 rackets , a can of balls , water and

sunglasses for my 1 1/2 hr. court games. There are 3 main compartments; one for the rackets,

and two on each side of the racket compartment for small items. Also two side zippered pockets for

keys etc.

If you carry towels, snacks and change of clothing in your bag this one is a bit small; I'd consider

a larger one.

Friday, May 2, 2014

1ST Handmade Crazy Horse Leather Men's Briefcase Backpack Laptop Bag Travel Huge 16.5",m71

1ST Handmade Crazy Horse Leather Men's Briefcase Backpack Laptop Bag Travel Huge 16.5',m71Some of the cuts in the leather were not the same they were uneven and not sealed as for the leather started to strand

and the color from front to back is completely different but it says that in the post. I just think there should have been more time to make the bag for the price I paid and we will see how it holds up. it will get used everyday as I am a carrier in NY city on a bike and this bag will be holding important papers for my clients. only been a week. ill be posting again on this item.

I like the brief case a lot but one of the rivets that hold the main strap on fell off the first day. I already tossed the old briefcase so I did send it back. I am having a local shoe maker fix the strap. other then for that, it was a good value.

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This bag is great quality so far and looks fantastic. Authentic leather and a very classy look. I'd buy it again.

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Thursday, May 1, 2014

Sanrio Hello Kitty Large Backpack 16"

Sanrio Hello Kitty Large Backpack 16'I ordered this for my daughter and she loved it. It is exactly what we were expecting from the picture and description.

This bag is beautiful in color and constucted well. I enjoy carrying this bag. It is very stylish and praticle.

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I have to admit that I'm writing this review and I've never used the product. It's been 50 years since I was in grade school. But, if giving this backpack as a gift to your 6 year old granddaughter and seeing the smile on her face and the twinkle in her eyes is worth anything, then I'd say this was a 5 star backpack.

She's had it now for about 2 weeks and has showed it off to all of her little friends at school. She's still thrilled with it, and has pointed out to her grandmother that all she needs now is the thermos that fits in the thermos bottle loops inside the pack. I didn't even know it had a place for a thermos.

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My daughter loves this Hello Kity backpack. It is the usual quality of a kids character backpack and is holding up great.

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I wish it had a few more pockets, but all in all it seems like it will stand up well, and my daughter had a big smile on her face when it arrived.

Friday, April 25, 2014

Travelpro Crew 8 22 Inch Expandable Rollaboard Suiter

Travelpro Crew 8 22 Inch Expandable Rollaboard Suiter,Black,One SizeI'm an airline pilot and have been using 22" Travelpro Rollaboards for the past 15 years. Recently the handle on my Crew 5 broke. Coincidentally my bag arrived broken after checking it on a recent trip. I have found that my Travelpro bags last indefinitely and look like new if I keep them in my control as carry-on bags but it only takes a few times as checked baggage to ruin them.

So I decided to order the Crew 8 since my handle was broken on the Crew 5 and I was awaiting a replacement handle. Every Travelpro bag I've upgraded to has been a continual process of improvement with the new bag being nicer than the previous in layout and features. Unfortunately this was not the case with the Crew 8. I am a professional traveler and pack very efficiently into a 22' bag. I can go on a 10 day trip with the contents, no problem. The Crew 8 has only 2 external zippered compartments while the Crew 5 had 4. If you like to have access to some items without having to open the bag and rifle through the contents then the Crew 8 is a downgrade from the Crew 5. The Crew 8 looks good from the outside but the inside is very basic. It's almost as if Travelpro took an off-the-shelf bag available from China and put their badge on it. I basically pack a similar version of the same contents into my bag for each trip. I tried to get the same contents I routinely pack into my Crew 5 into the Crew 8 and it was very difficult. There is no carrier for toiletries and other misc. items like in the Crew 5. There is no compartment on the inside of the lid (just a simple zippered net) where I would put t-shirts, socks, pants, etc. Funny thing is, after I had the Crew 8 packed it looked bloated and stuffed compared to having the same items in the Crew 5. The Crew 5 was a well thought out, functional bag for the professional traveler. The Crew 8 in my opinion is a bag to take when you can pack lightly for a long weekend at best.

A few years back, Travelpro split its luggage lines into two series: The "CrewX" series is designed to be pretty and marketed to consumers, while the "FlightCrewX" is designed to be rugged and is marketed directly to pilots and crew. The "Crew8" series is the current version marketed to consumers and the "FlightCrew4" is the current version that is marketed to pilots and crew.

I bought this bag before I came to this realization, and have been disappointed ever since. I hate the design of this bag. While it is light, it is much too flimsy to any kind of heavy duty use. Travelpro included a relatively cheap, but pretty design on the attachment strap and the short handle, both of which are sure to break with significant use. They've also rotated the axis of the long handle so as to make it harder to slide an extra bag over them. The front pockets are designed for appearance instead of utility, and so the zippers have a funny looking "U" shape and the pockets actually overlap, while being too thin to really hold anything. The nylon is a thin weave designed to have a nice "shine" instead of being resistant to damage.

I later purchased a Travelpro FlightCrew4 22" bag from an online store that caters to pilots and flight crew. What a bag! Nice sturdy ABS frame, real inline skating wheels, heavy duty handles with the axis in the correct direction, well-laid out pockets, and heavy duty nylon -and $40 cheaper! The only problem is that it is a bit larger than Travelpro claims. So, now I use the 20" instead.

I also own a Kirkland 22" suiter (available only at Costco), which is better than this one and only $99.00.

So, do yourself a favor: Skip anything in the Crew8 series (or any of Travelpro's consumer lines) and buy the FlightCrew4 from an online retailer or get the 22" Kirkland at Costco.

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I am a frequent traveler and carry-on whenever possible. My go-to bag was a 24" Victorinox. Like all of my Victorinox bags, this failed on my last trip leaving with the need to replace it on short notice. I went online and read reviews on many bags and Travelpro kept coming up as a good affordable option. I currently have a large Travelpro bag and I'm happy with it so I figured I would give the smaller version a try so i purchased on my Prime account with overnight delivery. The bag arrived as advertised and the quality was better than I could imagine.

My first observation was that this 22" bag was expandable so I could "sneak" a couple extra days worth of clothes into an overhead approved bag. I did so on my first trip out. I was amazed that the bag still fit into the overhead wheels first. As any traveler knows, this makes finding a space for your bag much easier than.

Another observations was the substantial feel of the handle. This was the part on my Victorinox that failed so it was important to me that the handle be able to support the weight of my backpack resting up against it. The bag also rolled freely over carpet, tile and asphalt. It was very easy to move around. And it stood straight even when expanded.

I have to say that one of my favorite surprises is the water bottle holder. This simple zip-out compartment easily folds a standard 16 to 24 ounce water bottle making it accessible when you need it. A great feature for sure!

All in all I'd have to say that I[m thrilled with the bag. I think I paid under $140 delivered. I stopped into Dillards the other day and teh same bag there was $400. Amazon came through yet again!

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The first time I attempted to use this luggage was on 1-27-2011 on Continental Airlines.

While the advertised size is the correct dimensions of the main frame of the bag including a advertised width of 9 inches, the true width of the bag even with nothing in the front pockets and the main bag NOT expanded is slightly over 10 1/2 inches. It was the width of the bag that kept it from fitting into the metal frame provided by Continental airlines that only allows a 9 inch width. At the boarding area I was required to check the bag at the time of boarding. I had to remove my laptop and other fragile items to put in a tiny tote which was the only other thing I had with me for this trip.

The large zipper pocket on the front of the bag is designed to hold a laptop computer. My laptop did fit in the pocket while the bag was laying on a flat surface for the purpose of packing. Upon removing the laptop at airport security screening, the zipper on the front pocket separated when opening, and I could not zip the pocket closed.

This is the first time I have used this bag for travel, and it was a nightmare. First it is not the advertised size, so I had to check it, rather than being able to carry it on the plane. The items packed in the bag were considered safe for carry on, but not for normal handling of luggage.

The fact the zipper did not function properly on the very first use, was a serious issue as well.

For the cost and the reputation of this luggage, I am a very unsatisfied customer.

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I bought it through Altman Luggage via Amazon. Total price was $159 including shipping. The case took exactly one week from the point I ordered through Amazon to when it arrived on my doorstep.

The case is much lighter than my generic brand 22inch roller I got from my dad many years ago. While the small booklet states that the case will not meet airline carry-on regulations when expanded, I have a feeling that it will fit in most non-regional overhead bins even when expanded.

The biggest issue I have is that the 22inch does not have inner mesh pockets inside the larger outer pocket, as the marketing photos on some websites show. (The pockets I'm talking about are not the two mesh pockets that are in the main compartment of the case). Many luggage sellers, including Amazon, show the same marketing photo for the 20inch and the 22inch models, where the outer pocket is opened and there are mesh pockets in there that hold an iPhone, pens, wallet, etc as well as a laptop sleeve. My 22inch does not have any of these pockets and sleeves. My cell phone, keys, wallets, and tickets will all be at the bottom of a fairly deep pocket, and not organized as in the photos. The lack of these small compartments to hold such items led me to take two stars off from my review. (Even $50 bags sold at Walmart have them)

Both the wheels and the handles seem fine, though I'm not sure how durable the plastic handle will be if I ever need to pick up the case at the handle when the case is packed full.

Overall, I'm happy with the case, but am disappointed by the misleading marketing photos.

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Mario Brothers School Backpack 16 " Cordura

Mario Brothers School Backpack 16 ' CorduraAs soon as my grandson put his books in it to prepare for the first day of school, the whole front of the backpack tore apart.

We had this backpack for just over a month and were only using it every wednesday and the zipper has come apart. As per Amazon's usual policyNo one cares or stands behind their items. Bewareit looks like the other mario backpacksit is cheaply made

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This is the worst backpack EVER! I didn't expect much, since it's a "character pack" and not a name-brand, hiking-worthy item. But, honestly I have had "character" backpacks last longer from discount retailers than this one has lasted. It's of terrible quality, not capable of sustaining two months of a 1st grader's use, i.e. transporting graded work, memo folder, and a fabric lunchbox. Pathetic! Don't waste your money; spend about the same for a Jansport mesh backpack and add "character" embellishments.

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My kindergardener loves this backpack, but halfway through the school year it is falling apart. There are huge and seemingly random holes in the actual material in several different places. It isn't a wear issue (he doesn't drag it or pack it tightly), it is a quality issue. I won't buy thisbrand again. I expect to replace school backpacks once a year, but not twice.

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My four year old loves it! He is a Mario fanatic! Just the right size for him to carry daily!

Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Acer Aspire 5520-5908 15.6 Inch Notebook Laptop CheckPoint Friendly Reinforced Hard Shell Backpack

Acer Aspire 5520-5908 15.6 Inch Notebook Laptop CheckPoint Friendly Reinforced Hard Shell Backpack with Internal Nylon Compartment Pockets Color Black / Blue + NuVur & 153; KeychainWent to get on a flight and got pulled out of line to be checked Again, 57 year old blonde guy looks like a Terrorist I thought Buuuut No. While searching my bag ALL they talked about was HOW COOL the backpack was. I bought the one for the 15.6 aver because it was ONLY 19.99 and had the same dimensions as the backpack for my MacBook 17" which was 79.99. Worked perfect for it do I bought 2 more.

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Saturday, March 22, 2014

Toshiba PA1500U-1BS8 18-Inch Extreme Backpack

Toshiba PA1500U-1BS8 18-Inch Extreme BackpackHusband got this for a christmas present to carry his Toshiba 18.4 laptop. He is very happy and uses it all the time now. The laptop fits perfectly. Rececommend looking at this product on the Toshiba website and you will be able see additional photos to show how the laptop fits as well as additional storage areas.

I was mistaken about my Asus G73JW 17" laptop fitting in this backbag. It does not fit where it is supposed to be even though the bag is clamed to be an 18" bag. Other than that, this is a better than good bag, comfortable shoulder strips, convenient design and good quality material it is made of.

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When I received this back pack I was super happy with it since the 17.3 inch laptop fits perfectly. However, the backpack ripped off in the upper part. Now I am very dissapointed since, I just lost all my money...

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I love the pack's large capacity for my 17" toshiba satellite laptop, but I this backpack is falling apart. The stitching has come un-sewn in two places near the top of the pack. I have sewn up one big hole already, but the backpack now looks unprofessional in business meetings.

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The nice thing to say about this backpack is that it has plenty of pockets and my 17" laptop fits nicely inside. There are a couple of things wrong about it. The Velcro strap which is intended to secure my laptop is too short. This means that my laptop can go up and down unrestrained. They could have made it long enough, a couple of inches would work, to handle laptops of several sizes. The other problem has to do with rips. The main strap on my left side is becoming detached from the backpack. Given the work-day use from June to October, about 5 months, I think in another 5 months it will detach completely. This is the same problem I had with my previous backpack. There are two more 3cm rips on the top, on either side of the handle. Eventually the handle will separate too. All I have to say about my new backup is Goruck. Hopefully this will be the last backpack I'll have to buy.

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Sunday, March 2, 2014

Fi-Hi Creamsicle Black Speaker Backpack

Fi-Hi Creamsicle Black Speaker BackpackThis backpack has been one of the coolest and brilliant purchases ive made on amazon, the material is crazy durable looks like it can withstand extensive use, I use it for rollerblading and listening to music with friends in Central Park its a great way to blade or skateboard or even bike also for day to day stuff in bag, I only wish it were a little bigger but it fits my sneakers/shoes fine.

Pros: --Good material, --Waterproof definitely, --cool logos comes with stickers, --speakers sound good however dont expect too much bass, --inner design is cool too,--Big front pocket, --Great lil carry around bag honestly, Cant wait to take it to the beach and look like the cooolest guy u ever seen. Rockaway Beach 116 Holla!.

Cons: --flimsy wires (the cables inside that connect to the Double-A battery pack seperates into two wires one for each speaker like a headphone jack, its kinda faulty and one side may go out from time to time, may have to replace wires with newer more durable ones maybe buy a rechargeable battery pack) awesome idea for a backpack still.

--too small, im (Male) 5'11 190lbs and this felt more for a person of about 5'4 150lbs, Still if u need something small such as me its awesome, NYC crowded trains are not ideal for huge duffels.

That is all

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CA state law says you can't listen to headphones while bike riding unless you use only one ear bud. That just didn't fly with me so I bought this backpack. I chose this backpack because it's the only one that has 2 speakers. Music has been recorded in stereo (2 channels) since the 1960's so I don't understand why they make so many one-speaker devices. I guess most people don't care. Anyways, I'm very happy with my purchase. The backpack itself is nice and compact, perfect for bike riding, but it surprisingly fits a lot of stuff. I rode to the store and I was able to fit a loaf of bread, a half gallon of almond milk, a bag salad, and a half dozen eggs no problem (glad i didn't crash with the eggs). As far as the audio, this thing sounds pretty good for what it is. It will really bump when you're inside. When I'm outside cycling I have to turn my ipod up a little more due to road noise. You control the volume using your own mp3 player, there is no volume control on the backpack amp, it's defaulted at full volume which I like (who wants to mess with 2 volume controls when you're out having fun?) The little amp is in the small pocket and it looks like a little cd player. It's powered by 4 AA's and it shines a blue LED when powered on. An LED on the outside would've been nice since I never remember to turn it off. The batteries do last a while but as they drain the sound quality gets worse and worse. The amp is just not pumping out enough wattage to drive those speakers resulting in a floppy muddy sound. So whatever you do, always remember to turn the amp off when you're finished using it or you'll be cursing on your way to the battery store. I'm able to get 2-3 hours of loud listening in before this happens though but I NEVER remember to turn it off so it might even get more. I recommend this backpack for sure.

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Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Doctor Who Backpack with Adjustable Backstraps

Doctor Who Backpack with Adjustable BackstrapsI am very excited to get this item. I was disappointed when I found out that I couldn't buy this on bbcshop.com. So happy I could find it here. Very nice and courteous sellers! Respond quickly! Very excited, now my friend and I will look amazing walking round Germany for our class trip ;)

Sunday, January 5, 2014

Arc'teryx Blade 30 Backpack - 1831cu in Black, One Size

Arc'teryx Blade 30 Backpack - 1831cu in Black, One SizeI bought the 2004 version of this bag and with daily, heavy wear, it is still looking nearly new in 2011, almost 2012. You can cram an amazing amount of stuff in this bag laptop, books, papers, cords, and everything has its place. My husband calls it the "magic bag," and asks what else could I possibly be carrying in there. It's comfortable, adjustable, and rides well if you have to walk a lot. I think it will still be a few years before I retire this bag, and when I do, I will be buying another one.

As you'd expect from Arc'teryx, bombproof quality & design. I've used this bag all day everyday, packed with laptop & heavy books/folders & more. The straps are comfortable, as are the handles. Perfect for travelling as well -

Sounds like I work for them! Overall Money well spent (Which for a student is saying something).

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Thursday, December 19, 2013

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Folder 20

Eagle Creek Travel Gear Pack-It Folder 20, BlackEagle Creek makes a great product. I have owed similar pack-it folders from competitors and this one is far superior. It is quality built and actually has two pieces of plastic (one built in and one to fold clothes) which no other competitor I've tried has, These two pieces really keep dress clothes free from wrinkles. A must have for anyone who needs to have pressed looking clothes without having to press them when you arrive. Keep up the strong work Eagle Creek!

It is rather counter-intuitive to think adding more cases into a suitcase would make packing easier. But these pack-it folders and sacs do help. The only improvement I can think of is lighter material. They are thin (durable) nylon material but still add weight. Additional benefit is purely psychological. Having been subjected to allegedly random search at various airports, I feel a little more relieve to know all my underwear won't be strewn about when I open my luggage.

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I recently traveled for a 4 day business trip. I used this for pants and shirts. the pants and shirt were all atleast "wrinkle resistant". IT was nice because it kept my bag very organized and helped me fit more stuff, however the clothes still had some creases upon arrival. I basically just hung them all up in the bathroom and turned the shower on , very hot, so it could steam the wrinkles out. It did the trick.

Just be aware that you will still have wrinkles....maybe not as many, but some.

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This is not my first Eagle Creek product but it is my first fold-n-pack type accessory. I was getting ready to go on a 7-day cruise and I needed a way to efficiently pack my shirts and dress clothes. My dad recommended I take a look at these and so I surveyed all the different models and bought the biggest model because I am a big guy.

I was unsure exactly how these Pack-It Folders actually worked until I got mine. I knew that you folded clothes and they fit inside, but the exact method eluded me. Once I got it, it was immediately clear how simple it was to use. I laid a t-shirt on the bed, placed the plastic template over it as shown, folded as shown, transferred the shirt to the case and slipped out the plastic template. Worked like a charm! Next I put in 3 lightweight button up shirts, 3 more t-shirts, a long sleeved dress shirt, pair of slacks and finally another shirt. Even with my larger than average 3XLT shirts, I had plenty of space for more if I needed it. I would guess that 9 shirts and a pair of slacks filled it about 75%. I put it in my rolling duffel and I was about half way to being packed. How cool is that!

When I got to the cruise ship, I left everything folded in the case and simply placed the case in a cabinet. Each time I needed to wear something from it, I would pull it out, separate out the shirt I wanted and put everything else back. Each day it became thinner as I used up all the clothes. When I repacked to leave the ship, I simply refolded everything and packed my bag. It worked exactly as I hoped and exactly as it was designed.

This is such a simply luggage accessory, but it works so well. Everyone needs one in their suitcase!

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This really does make packing a breeze. Between this and a compression bag, my husband and I managed to go to a business conference for five days with only one small carryon between us. Our clothes arrived neat and wrinkle-free.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

CalPak Angel

CalPak AngelThis is a very nice bag and we have used it all over the place. It is large enough to skip a small suitcase while traveling. The laptop holder is also great help

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Thule Crossover 40-Litre Duffel Pack

Thule Crossover 40 Liter Duffel Pack(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM)

In this video, I give a "tour" of how much the Crossover duffel holds, the pockets, and the pros and cons of its construction. The bag gets points off for uncomfortable handles and straps that block the zippered side areas, but remains a great option for those looking for a sturdy duffel that you can also carry on your back.

-Debbie Lee Wesselmann

Let's get some of the best aspects of the Thule Crossover 40L Duffel Pack out up front:

*Well Constructed: The seams are inside and well sealed, the adjustment buckles are lightweight aircraft aluminum, the zippers are strong and easy to use, and the bad features three skip ribs on the "bottom" to protect it from broken airport conveyor belts

*This bag features some nice design elements: again the three skip ribs on the "bottom" to protect it from broken airport conveyor belts, two spacious side pockets, a padded end pocket for sunglasses or googles or iPods (the padding can be removed as well for just another exterior pocket), the main compartment zips closed in the "back" so that it is protected while being carried like a backpack, the main compartment zips open nice and wide giving easy access to the entire compartment, two stiff side handles, two compression straps on each side, and a sleek, modern design that is definitely European in origin.

Where does that bag fail to impress? The most obvious issue I have is that pack isn't all that comfortable as a backpack; this is made worse by the lump of the carry handles that presses into the middle of your back above the padding. Without the backpack straps, I would declare this a perfect and stylish small duffel; but, with them, I find it not as useful ironically. It probably could have been greatly helped if the carry handles had a recessed impression to sit in while the bag is on your back.

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OK, I admit that I'm not the target audience for this product. The only adventure most of my travel consists of is extreme turbulance, or riding the airport shuttle bus (and that is an adventure in its own way). That being said, I'm an extremely frequent traveler so am always looking for the next great bag.

This bag is great.

I consider myself a master in the art of carry-on, and this bag really fits the bill. For single overnight trips, I often carry just a duffle. This will replace that duffle, and help to save my poor shoulders. I will be able to carry a change of clothes, my cosmetics, laptop and accessories and a book. It will easily fit in the overhead bin. It might be just a bit too long to fit underneath the seat in front of you. I'll have to check on my next trip.

It's light, it looks nice (it's pretty masculine/sporty looking), it's sturdy and it's well-designed. Most backpacks are awkward to get in and out of. This one opens up like a duffle bag, which is my favorite feature. Additionally, it's got all kinds of handles on it so if you don't feel like wearing it as a backpack, there are other easy ways to carry it.

It expands and collapses very easily and there are plenty of zipper pouches. There's even a sturdy insert for the storage of goggles or sunglasses, but which would also fit a computer mouse and power cord quite nicely. There's also a great spot to store 3 ounze toileties in their clear plastic bag for easy access at security.

They call this bag a "crossover" and I'm definitely crossing it over. I think it would be great for business traveler, or adventurer alike.

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So I bought this bag June of 2011, and between commuting to and from work and traveling I've developed a love/hate relationship with it. First let me say that the construction is top notch. I lived out of it for over 3 months while in eastern europe, never parting from it unless it was at a hosts house; it's been shuffled in and out of cars, planes, busses, trains and boats more times than I can count and still hasn't shown any signs of wear. Another thing I like about this bag is the location of the zipper, keeping it on your back side I think helps keep things a bit safer while it's being worn. With this said, when packing it you need to be careful of the arrangement of items inside as if there are ANY odd shapes items on top (the zipper side) you WILL feel it jabbing you in the back later on. It took me some experimenting with different arrangements to fine one that worked well. Having everything packed properly, and with the straps pulled tight everything really hold it's place well, even when being tossed about all day. After packing and securing everything, it kind of resembles a giant flat sausage with backpack straps. The straps also make excellent places to attach carabiners for H2O bottles, etc. Also, with plenty of handels it can be handled from nearly any angle making for quick stowing and retrieval from luggage compartments.

One huge thing I feel needs to be adressed is the lack of a waist strap. Every single time you run with this pack it bounces about wildly unless you holding the two bottom pull straps, and who wants to do this when they'e trying to catch the tram or metro? Waist straps would also help take some of the pressure off your shoulders. I usually carry 9-10 kilos of luggage and initially it is comfortable, but after 8+ hours of exploring new cities on foot without a break my shoulders really felt every gram. Another thing is the lack of any kind of reinforcements. Since there is no frame in this bag, the arrangement of the contents will greatly impact the rigidity when closed and compressed with the straps. This was most evident on the bottom, if the shell was not sufficiently taut it would fold over into a dagger and stab at the bottom of my back. This was most noticeable on hot days when I would only wear a t-shirt, with a jacket on it's not noticeable. Maybe putting another foam pad there would alleviate this and provide more comfort?

I do feel like those rubber ribs are a bit over hyped, I didn't think they did anything for or against the bag, purely cosmetic I think. Someone mentioned that the duffel bag handels were a problem, I didn't find them to be. They fold nicely into the space between the lateral foam supports.

Overall, I can see this bag being perfect for the urban adventurer or frequent traveler who needs a strong bag for going between airports and hotels, or running about on a weekend adventure. For those who are looking for a bag to live out of for months at a time, I would get similarly sized Deuter with waist straps and better ventilation.

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This is an impressively versatile bag that can be carried like a normal duffel bag or worn like a backpack. It even has a built in hard case for your goggles or glasses. I am pleasantly surprised at how many useful pockets this bag has and how stylish yet utilitarian it is. It's a bit on the expensive side though and the backpack straps don't seem to be removable which for me is a only a minor quibble.

The main issue I have with this duffel is the zipper is quite weak. On a recent trip with it packed full, the zipper bursted open, causing my a big headache. I was able to fix it but it was a major hassle. The zipper is just plastic and should have been made out of heavy duty metal.

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Sunday, September 1, 2013

MadPax Later Gator Nibbler

MadPax Later Gator Nibbler, Blue By You, One Sizeeven for adults, its a great lunchbag. The material is durable and the insulation is very good quality. As for the spikes and color they are perfect. The strap is a bit long. If it had a means to selectively shorten it, it would be easier to handle, but as it is, it works very well.

Sunday, August 4, 2013

Ultraclub 7707 Backpack

Ultraclub 7707 Backpack - Kelly - OneMy grandaughter used this for an Ash costume and is very satisfied with it. It seems durable and well made. It has 3 pockets which gives her lots of room for her Pokemon stuff. She recommends it.

Used this for a child's halloween costume (Adventure Time). It was the only green one we could find. Great quality for the price fast shipping. Worked for us!

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