Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Tumi Voyageur Just In Case Shopper
Momo Baby Sling Bag Diaper Bag
Pros:
Can unzip the strap and use over both shoulders like a regular backpack instead of a sling back. Easy to switch back and forth and use it whatever way you feel most comfortable.
Design is beautiful, the bag looks fantastic in person, the material looks like it will last a long time (not cheap at all). And it doesn't have a pattern on it! I've had such a hard time finding a solid color diaper bag that doesn't look like a college backpack or a trendy/frilly girl-bag.
It has three smaller bags inside it. One is a diaper changing pack with space for everything you need, one is a food pack, and one is a large flat bag that looks like it could be used as a wet-bag, but I'm using it to carry books and small toys for my toddler. You can remove the packs easily (they also have removable backpack straps of their own), and either use them or not, depending on your needs for the day. There's also a hidden pocket that zips on the side, close to the bottom, where I keep my EPI pen and a first aid kit. Because of the three bags inside the main pocket, you don't lose things at the bottom of the backpack.
The main zipper unzips all the way, so it's very easy to access everything.
The "mama" zipper on the front has a ring to hold your keys and plenty of room for my large wallet and umbrella and nursing cover.
The open pocket in the front can hold anything extra I might want to stuff in the bag quickly as we're heading out the door (stuffed animal, extra sippy, whatever)
The phone pocket is big enough to hold my iPhone and my son's iPod, plus some business cards.
Cons:
The changing pad must be rolled up to fit into the diaper changing pack inside, which is a bit of a hassle. I would have preferred a changing pad that folds twice and just slips in the back. On the other hand, it's nice to be able to just grab the changing pad pack and head to the restroom.
There is only one cup-holder and it is small. I would prefer an extra cup holder for my son's sippy.
You can't fit tons of diapers into the diaper pack, but you could easily put extras in the front diagonal zipper or just stuff them in the main bag. Or use the large flat back for extra diapers.
The interior bags take up the entire backpack, so if you wanted to toss something extra in the bag (like a large camera or an ERGO baby carrier), you would have to lose the food pack to make it fit.
If you use bottles, there's only room for maybe two in the insulated food pack. I nurse exclusively, so this isn't a problem for me, but it might be for a lot of people. It has plenty of room for snacks/drink for my son, but it would be hard to fit both his snacks and some bottles for a baby.
Even with the cons, I still give it five stars. I'm thrilled with this bag.I recieved the bag and was really excited to try it out. I have a 2 year old and am expecting my next child in about 4 weeks. I immediately knew this would not work for me because the bags took up all the space and there were so many of them that you needed to know exactly where you put what you were looking for.... Not good if Daddy or Grandma were trying to help you out.
Cons:
the mesh drink holder is incredibly small. I was hoping to put my son's sippy cup in it but it will barely fit a small disp water bottle
the zippers do not move very freely which makes it awkward to use unless you have a counter to sit it on
the bags it comes with fit so snugly that you have to open the bag all the way to get to anything out of it
Pros:
it does look alot nicer that your average diaper bag
the material it is made of is high quality and should be very easy to clean
the backpack itself is a nice size and would probably fit alot if you chose to use it without the bags that it came withI ordered the Sling Bag and ended up getting a huge, oversized, cumbersome satchel instead. The sticker on the bag read Momo Sling Bag so the packaging is just wrong.
SwissGear Anthem GA-7441-13 Notebook Carrying Bag - Fits up to 15.4" (Black/Red)
Bad Boy Gi Backpack
Thanks to the seller for getting it to me so quickly. I'd definitely order this product again and from the same seller.
Disney CARS Backpack with lunch - full size backpack
Travelpro Crew 8 Business Backpack
Functionality is so compromised that you'd think this company's product developers have never used their own product or a backpack... more like something management dreamed up as features to make the bag not very usable.
The bag dimensions are huge, but looking inside the space utilization is not that great. The ton of holed-liners they have on the inside of almost every panel, snag on everything. There are no pen/pencil holder slots, the individual pockets are not sized for business cards or anything else functional... lipstick/chapstick and that's about it.
Waterbottle pocket: You can't even fit the tiniest airline water bottle and then you're expected to zipper it shut else it will fall out from one side or the other.
Vertical Pocket design on the back looks inviting as a quick-pocket... but it actually goes all the way to the bottom, so you can't really put anything there for quick access because it will end up to the bottom. The seam that you see in the picture just creates a bump on the inside, it's not to create another pocket and to avoid having all your stuff end up to the bottom.
I have bought & used TravelPro luggage for many years and have been very happy with the durability... but this backpack design let me down in a big way.I really wanted to like this backpack and am sorry to have to return it. I need a professional looking backpack to carry my 17" laptop on business and I already have a Crew 8 suitcase to match. But, the back pack is just too bulky for me. Like one of the other reviewers said, it is well padded and doesn't squash down, so it sticks out quite a bit from your back. I'm a 60 year old woman and need something smaller. It is very nicely made and I'm sure would be great for a larger person or if you need to carry a lot in it.
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I purchased this for my business trips. I take three or four a month, I travel three to four weeks a month. This backpack has seen about 100,000 miles in the last four months. I highly recommend it for it's durability. I have to cram it under the seat in front of me and even with about 20 pounds of computer equipment and a small purse inside, the bag fits perfectly under the seat in front of me on regular coach seats and all of the first class seats.I have bought TravelPro before and have been impressed with their durability but this back pack is exceeding those expectations.
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This backpack is very well made and is as tough as it looks. The zippers are heavy duty and there is storage galore. I decided to return this backpack because it is too thick overall with semi rigid sides. It doesn't crumple up into a thinner backpack as some might expect. It is almost like carrying a soft side suitcase on your back. If you understand that it semi rigid on the sides and you have a lot to carry, then you will not be disappointed. Plenty of padding for a 17 inch laptop.Want Travelpro Crew 8 Business Backpack Discount?
On the outside the Backpack is very solid the zippers and stitching is great and the outside pockets are very useful.
However the stitching in the inside of some of the compartments seems a little flimsy and we'll see how it holds up. The Large size of the backpack makes me think that it will not fit under the seat of a small reginional jet but i have asked others and they say it fits fine
Pros
Built solid
looks great
self repairing zippers pulls
plenty of space and well thoughtout compartments
Strap to attach it to your lugguage
comfy shoulder straps
Cons
Size of the backpack
Tight sqeenz for a 15in laptop but fits
the nylon stitching in the folders compartment may not last
May not fit under the seat of some planes
this is a great backpack I will update this review as things change
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Review of the Travelpro Crew 8 Business Laptop Backpack on youtube for my full review
Elmo Small BackPack - Sesame Street Small School Bag
It has a nice side inside compartment and a nice little zip one for his little things. He is a happy preschooler who struts around with his "Elmo" on his back, looking like big brother with his backpack. This is nice, buy it!
Fisher Price Fashion Diaper Tote - Fast Finder
Military Inspired Sling Bag Bookbag Backpack Camouflage
Kelty Avocet 30 Daypack
The thing that does bother me is that there are no water bottle pockets, and only one tiny space for non-top loading gear. It also doesn't have a bottom access zipper, which sucks if you have a lot of stuff in your pack. However, it is pretty rugged and works great for a day pack if you don't care about instant access to your supplies.
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Just recieved my. Out of the box it looked fine, nice size, not too many extra 'staps'. MAJOR problem, no pockets or zippers to keep things in like... well, coins, glasses, wallets, passport... just about anything smaller than a grapefruit. Drawstring top does close but will let anything smaller than that grapefruit fall out if it is turned upside down or perhaps even sideways. Most backpacks overdue the straps and zippers but this one is at the other extreme. Like yer pants........ if you wanna leave the house, you should have a zipper on it. Ok, at least one. Not even ONE external pocket. No bottle holder. One indoor 'sleeve' for a netbook or something flat. Very limited function. Even many rucksacks have a pocket of some sort. I guess it's good for taking your laundry to the laundrymat on a bicycle and...... well, that's about it.(ooops...... saw a video on Youtube on this pack after posting the review. There IS one zipper pocket in the hood that covers the top of the pack. Decent size, but not easy to find. Maybe that's a good thing? Just upgraded to three stars from two.....
Spiketus Rex-SNAKE BITE! Half Pack Backpack
- Soft Spikes & Scaly Texture
- Wide, Soft Straps
- Unique Half Size Back Pack
Tuesday, July 30, 2013
AmeriBag Classic Poly-Suede Healthy Back Bag Small
I wear mine with the strap diagonally across my front with the pack in the back and I hardly even notice the weight as the design allows it to be well distributed. Very comfortable to wear all day.
I was reluctant about the price at first (I bought mine for $65) but went with it anyway and had initially bought it for travelling before my last vacation to Thailand -I have two children and wanted my hands free to hold onto them as well as wanting something big enough to accommodate for a decent sized camera, a bottle of water and snacks as well as the usual stuff, plus room for small shopping items. Security was also a concern and I felt that all my belongings were pretty safe being strapped to me -no gaping openings for thieves to reach into and it could be worn in a way that it couldn't be snatched. Zippered and velcro pockets on the outside made for fast and easy access to things like maps and a ringing cell phone and the different compartments inside allowed me to find everything easily -even my tiny tube of lipgloss didn't get lost in the myriad of things in my bag! It even has an easy open/close carabiner sewn into the inside of the bag so you'll never lose track of your keys again. I also love the soft feel of the fabric. Makes a great carry-on bag for the plane too, although I use mine almost every day now even when I'm not travelling. Who cares if green doesn't go with everything... it's worth every penny and I love it!I have been using healthy back bags for years and absolutely love them. They have pockets for everything, a key fob so you can find your keys quickly, and put much less stress on your back. I have had leather in the past, which I think looks the best, but this version is much lighter than leather and it's machine washable, which is a huge plus.
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This is a wonderful bag. Debated it for years and decided to take the plunge for a leather bag as i intend to carry it for a long time. I got the small one and it's plenty large for a book phone 2 prs of glasses and anything else. You can't go wrong with this bag.The only thing I recommend to mfg is to put the inside pocket with zippers side ways.
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This bag is awesome. It is comfortable, doesn't hurt your back or shoulder! There are so many pockets I've had trouble filling them all. The bag is sturdy and goes everywhere with me. I now own several, and just gave one as a gift!Want AmeriBag Classic Poly-Suede Healthy Back Bag Small Discount?
I love my other Healthy Back bags, but did not like this fabric. I actually returned this bag, and bit the bullet to buy a leather one. I've also discovered that I prefer the Small size, rather than the extra small. I have previously carried the extra-small, and find that to be adequate, but like the one size larger better.Genuine Puma Form Stripe Carrysack Backpack Totebag Black & Pink PMBE113-BLPK
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bought on clearance was an awesome deal ---that is until they tacked on the shiping and handeling then final cost exceeded the price that I could have gotten it in a storeHigh Sierra 22" Wheeled Backpack
where there is a clothes washer. So taking a lot of clothes is not nessessary. This backpack is large enough for 3 skirts,1 pair of capris,6 summer tops,1 zip-up hoodie,1 beach towel,bathing suit,underwear,2 pairs sandals,and a bag for personal care products. The small detachable backpack is perfect for the liquid bath products and extremly convenient when checking through security at airports. By having the two zipped together before bording it is one bag, therefore you can have an additional carry-on. When you get to your seat just un-zip the little pack and they both fit in the over-head bins,and you keep the third bag at your feet! The airlines have lost my checked luggage on two different trips, taking the joy out of traveling. So when I found this piece I knew I would not have to check luggage again unless I wanted to!
I did not use the big bag as a backpack but I looked at the straps and they are made with quality materials, and I know I won't hessitate to use it in that cappacity. My daughter is planning a trip through Europe next year and has already asked to borrow mine. Shhh,,, don't tell her, but she is getting one for her college graduation!!!My husband bought this bag for a 25 day trip to Europe. He packed enough clothes for the trip. The size made it great for traveling during the trip. The suitcase is a perfect size for fitting in the overhead bin. The dayback is the perfect size for keeping with you on a plane and to use as a daybag while sightseeing. The suitcase with the backpack zipped on fits nicely in European taxi cab trunks. The bag is two years old and is holding up beautifully.
I just bought another one for my use.
This is a great travel bag for folks who like to travel, carry on their luggage and not be overwhelmed by a bulky suitcase.
High Sierra AT3 Sierra-Lite Carry-On Wheeled Backpack with Removable Day Pack
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I bought this suitcase upon the recommendation of a friend who has an older model. I love this suitcase. I tend to be an over-packer and this holds much more than a tradition small suitcase. I usually travel for about a week at at time and have managed to fit: 2 pairs of jeans, 3 skirts, 2 dresses, 5 t-shirts, 5 tank tops, 2 sweaters, 3 pairs of sweatpants, panties, socks, 2 pairs of shoes in the large rolling part. The zip off day pack is FANTASTIC for holding full size toiletries. I manage to get full size: shampoo, conditioner, 2-body washes, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hair brushes, and medium sized make-up bag. I can also put a couple smaller books in there. The front zip pocket on the day pack holds my iPod, camera, contact lenses case, glasses case and batteries. As you can see, it holds a lot of stuff. It is incredibly durable and have had no problems with zippers busting or seams coming apart like I have had with less expensive suitcases.I have not found a better suitcase for the money.
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My biggest problem had been finding a bag that would hold supplies for my three young kids when traveling, especially on long layovers. This is a great solution a rolling carry-on with an attached daypack that zips on and off. Same concept as a diaper bag + an extra bag with supplies that we use at home and in our car, but on the go.PROS
* You can put the whole thing through the security scanner and separate the daypack once you get to your seat.
* The main 22" compartment can be wheeled like a normal carry-on or be converted into a backpack. Very useful if you're pulling other luggage, pushing a stroller, carrying a baby in a carrier and/or don't have any hands free. You could put extra diapers, formula, bottles etc for the trip in the main compartment and/ or several days' worth of clothes.
* The main compartment of the daypack (12" x 14" x 4") opens on top but holds plenty. The front of the daypack has a zippered section for credit cards, a cell phone holder with a Velcro flap, three pen holders, a pocket (wish it had a zipper), and a key clip. A small zippered compartment on top is ideal for small item but cannot be locked. Overall, it's the same size as a large purse (12" x 16" x 6") so it works well as a bag that you can keep by your feet.
* The daypack can double as a detachable diaper bag. It can hold four 8-oz baby bottles, 2 water bottles on the side mesh pockets, a 4-tier Beaba Stackable Formula & Snack Containers in Sorbet, several super-absorbent diapers such as Huggies Overnites Diapers, Size 3, 76 Count (Packaging May Vary), a pack of wipes, and a small change of clothes.
* All zippers on the carry-on and day pack (except a small one on the day pack) are heavy-duty and can be secured with locks such as the Sharper Image TSA 3-Dial Combination Lock (TSI-9024). The metal zipper pulls are substantial, not flimsy at all like typical backpacks where locks are easy to break.
* High quality retractable handle with rubber grip adjusts to two heights 33" and 40", so it can be used by either children or adults.
* Comfortable padded handles on top and sides of the carry on are riveted for extra durability. A plastic handle on the bottom allows you to lift it up easily if horizontal.
* Rubber piping on edges provides added protection against wear.
* Rear padded flap hides adjustable, padded backpack straps until needed and provides cushioning for contents; it folds down and secures with Velcro when used as a backpack.
* Smooth rolling wheels and sturdy supports allow the bag to stand upright.
* Built in ID tag in back.
* I'm also thinking that a car seat could be strapped onto the main compartment with a Traveling Toddler Car Seat Travel Accessory (or a similar $5 climbing strap) if the bag is full I'm trying this on my next trip. The day pack would be detached and secured to the extended U-shaped handle with a separate built-in strap.
* Once the kids are older, you can use this bag for yourself or maybe sooner, actually.
CONS
* A little heavy at 10 lbs, but lighter than many other carry-ons. When stored, it is 9.5" deep when collapsed at it's widest point, with the day pack placed inside.
* The inside of the 22" main compartment (13" x 20" x 7") does not have any pockets or separators, except for a zipper to access the handle mechanism and the hard bottom. Two adjustable straps help hold the contents in place. There is a fairly large but shallow 12" x 16" pocket for magazines or other items on the outside of the carry-on, when the day pack is not attached.
* For some reason, the zipper that attaches the daypack to the main carry-on is not as thick as the others. I'm hoping it will hold up over time, although I don't plan to put too much weight in the daypack.
If you need a larger travel bag, the matching High Sierra 32" Drop Bottom Wheeled Duffle is an excellent choice. We have two that have been used for several years for cross-country travel as well as for overseas; it's great for families and couples, holds tons of stuff, has the back pack feature and is extremely durable. It can be used with two compartments or opened up into a giant one. We've even fit a Phil and Teds Portable Traveler Crib Black inside with all our clothes. It collapses when empty and stores easily, which is useful on cruises or wherever space is limited.
Anyway, two great alternatives for parents, now that the airlines are placing so many restrictions on gate-checking larger strollers and charging for baggage. In all, this two-in-one convertible carry-on is a pretty good deal. i AM AN OVERSEAS CONTRACTOR, I'VE USED MANY BACKPACKS, BUT THIS STYLE IS THE BEST!! SINCE IT'S WHEELED IT IS VERY EASY TO MOVE AROUND AND WHERE YOU CANT PULL IT AROUND I JUST USE THE STRAPS AND WORKS PERFECTLY FINE ALSO. I JUST WISH IT HAD MORE PADDING. I USUALLY PACK ALL THE ITEMS I NEED FOR 3 OR 4 DAYS TRAVEL AND IT FITS PERFECT, THE IPOD COMPARTMENT IS GREAT TO!I ALWAYS CARRY A FULL LOAD SO WHEN IM READY TO BOARD THE PLANE I JUST DETACHED BOTH BACKPACKS AND SLIDE THE SMALL ONE THRU THE HANDLE OF THE WHEELED ONE. I'VE HAD NO PROBLEMS FITTING THESE CARRY ON BACKPACKS ON ANY PLANE! THEY FIT IN ALL BINS NO MATTER HOW SMALL AS A MATTER OF FACT THE BIG ONE IS THE MAX ALLOWED ON AIRCRAFTS THESE DAYS..I EVEN CARRY MY LAPTOP COMPUTER IN HERE WITH NO PROBLEMS..THE SMALL ONE IS GREAT FOR ALL YOUR ESSENTIALS LIKE PASSPORTS, PENS, IPOD, A SWEATER, JACKET, WALLET, AND SECURITY CHECK ITEMS LIKE PERSONAL HYGENE STUFF AND MAGAZINES. I THINK ITS THE BEST OPTION OUT THERE RIGHT NOW.
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MARVEL SPIDERMAN LARGE BACKPACK - CITY PATROL
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This backpack is very durable. The last one we purchased had a hole in it within a week. This one is made of much durable material.Read Best Reviews of MARVEL SPIDERMAN LARGE BACKPACK - CITY PATROL Here
My son loves the look and convenience of it, I love the size. We have not had it long enough to attest to its durability. Seems averagely thin, no more so than most other bags out there. I wish it had better lining on the bottom like some Jansport bags to protect from wetness, etc. Especially since this is clearly for children. However, it fits all his school folders, library books, lunchbag and water bottle daily, without being too huge.Want MARVEL SPIDERMAN LARGE BACKPACK - CITY PATROL Discount?
My life will never be the same after making this purchase. Who would have thought it was possible? So thankful.Sailor Moon Sailor Mercury Draw String Bag Back Pack
This item is really striking and beautiful. Mercury would have to be my third favourite scout/soldier and it is nice she is getting some merchandise. I do like this a lot and it closes ok. I'm a little puzzled why the disguise pen is used as a background in the back though? Couldn't they use Mercury's first transformation henshin pen? I do like the diamond print though, they done this with one of the wallets too. It gives off a nice effect. I'm still really puzzled by the 'Green hair' Mercury thing on all the latest merchandise though. She has BLUE hair, not GREEN!
I really like the blues and how around Mercury it says "I'll punish you in the name of Mercury!" plus her scout bow and the pose she is pulling is when she is about to blast someone with 'Mercury bubblessss!!" which is really cool.
The material is actually quite nice, I think it will last a long time. You just need to keep it clean and away from chemicals and be careful not to chip or peel the graphic print.
Overall I think the bag is lovely. You could even wear it as a backpack! I wouldn't put too much items in the bag though, it's not the strongest sort of material
Scooby Doo Large Rolling Backpack - Super Star
Any way the bag is very durable and nicely made. We loved the colors and it held up great to the gravel it was dragged in...however, oil spilled all over it and so we threw it away.
I was just checking to see if it was on Amazon I thought I would of bought him the same one and wrapped it for xmas lol well I'm not buying it anymore I'll find another but just thought that I Would leave a review because this bag is really nice!Sturdy yet lite for a child to wear, also smooth rolling wheels for pulling or pushing, plenty of roomy area inside
for school supplies, water proof for protection against rain and snow, nicely decorated with character Scooby
Doo which is the main reason this item was purchased.
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The Scooby Doo roller/backpack is great for airplane travel. It is big enough to carry all you need with you and small enough to fit under any airline seat. It has large pockets and room enough to carry all you need to keep near you. A lot of friends are made when rolling this bag and I like the military motif.Read Best Reviews of Scooby Doo Large Rolling Backpack - Super Star Here
Bought this for my 6yr old grandson who is entering 1st grade this fall. It is a great size with nice amount if pockets/storage. Love the pull up handle with wheels, comfortable shoulder straps, cute picture of Scooby. Appears to be well made, won'tknow for sure until he can actually use it. I hope it makes it through the school year, don't see why it wouldn't.
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K-Cliffs Large Sporting Backpack/ Camping Backpack/ School Backpack/ Outdoor Backpack
the straps a little bit narrow and were starting to come off after only 2 months of use, without putting in it anything heavier than clothes.
paid $7 to a tailor to fix it.
im content w it i guess, but was disappointed about the straps, so i rated 2 stars.
i only have had it for 3 months now, lets see how it goes for the next year.I didn't kno this bag would be as liable as it is ....I feel like I got more than my money worth
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It's perfect! I needed a larger bag 'cause I tote VOLUMES each day. She's holding up well. My shoulders are comfortable. All in all, a very good buy for the price.Nico Gorgeous Reversable Neoprene Netbook Notebook Laptop Sleeve Cover Case for 8.9 Inch 10.1 Inch
I just got the new Transformer Prime with the keyboard dock. Needed some protection for it, thought I would try this since it's pretty cheap. After seeing some reviews for it I thought it would be too big, but it's an almost exact fit. It's a slight stretch to get the top flap over.It fits a 10.1" inch netbook just fine. But getting the top flap over is slightly difficult because it's such a snug fit.
Someone mentioned it fits a 11.6 inch netbook. I tried it on my 11.6 inch Samsung netbook, it's too small for an 11.6".It's much too big for an acer iconia tab 10.1 a500, and too big to fit a 7-9" netbook. But it fits an 11.6" acer netbook just perfect. This one was bought from Blue mall.My ASUS netbook has a tough, high gloss, metallic red shell. Though immune to bumps and knocks, it is susceptible to scratches and gouges from loose stuff in my briefcase. This is the perfect cover to keep it looking smart. Bonus features are:
1. This reversible, red-on-black slip cover seems to be otherwise identical to the non-reversible, red-on-red version also sold here at more than twice the price.
2. The shape, size, texture, and resiliency of the cover makes it a perfect mousepad when the netbook is in use.
My only complaint is that they cut the price by a nickel right after mine was delivered.I bought this cover to keep my ASUS netbook safe from scratches when I'm not using my netbook carrying case. It's easy to put on and take off. I like the black and red combo. I would recommend this product.
Monday, July 29, 2013
Outdoor Products Gama Backpack
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I bought this pack a month ago and immediately filled it with all of my gear for the great outdoors. It is comfortable and has many pockets. I like all of the D-rings available to load added gear to the outside of the pack. I bought a hydration pack from a different maker and it fits perfectly! My Katadyn water filter is an exact fit for the pocket on the side of the pack. My trekking poles fit perfectly behind/underneath the other outside pocket and are assured a tight fit due to the straps across the top of the pack. The top-flap of the pack has a zipper pocket that is large and holds sunglasses, cell phone or other gear one might need quickly. I bought a waterproof pack cover and it fits nicely inside of this top-flap pocket with a headlamp and battery-powered multi-function light stick. The best part of this pack are the thickly padded shoulder and waist straps. The waist strap is padded and has plenty of extra length for larger waists. ...Did I just admit to this?! The inside storage area is large and holds plenty of gear, even when the 2L water bladder is full. The only reason this pack only gets 4 stars is due to the fact that I would prefer (not very objective) to have larger teeth on the zippers. All of the zippers have worked just fine and I expect to get a lot of great use out of this new pack! Great job, Outoor Products! The pack was well worth the very fair price!!!Read Best Reviews of Outdoor Products Gama Backpack Here
this bag is a great size for a backpack that is needed for both hiking and cycling. it has alot of compression straps, plenty of room for stuff. however, the chest strap and waist strap both rely on small, breakable pieces of plastic. I wound up having to reinforce the chest strap myself with zipties and i had to completely replace the buckle on the waist strap. its a good backpack with great features that ultimately was sabatoged by cheap pieces of plastic (metal or something more robust could have been used instead). that all being said, i am currently using and enjoying this bag, but i had to take off two stars because of the poorly made buckle and chest piece.Want Outdoor Products Gama Backpack Discount?
Picked this up at the ol' wally world, and I'm glad I did. It is a little small but that's why I bought it. I have a much larger kelty pack that I use for longer expeditions. Like other people, I agree that there is too many straps on the top, but that's the only thing that I have found wrong with it. It does have kind of an odd shape to it, kinda wide but not very tall or fat, this isn't a problem just something to notice. I've taken it on many small overnight hikes. It says its a "3 day" pack but that's going to happen. I pack similar to the nutnfancy(If you don't know who this is he packs with lots of extra items that most would find overkill for a hike and is prepared for just about anything on the trail). At the most I would say this could handle a 2 night, if you pack very light and you have access to a water. I can fit a small 2 person tent, a moderately sized sleeping bag and all food and water, as well as some other necessities (i.e. first aid, cooking things, ect). If the top of the pack was a little more simple then it would have gotten five stars but its still a very good pack. I'm excited to take it overseas later this month. I shall update if I find any problems with it, but I don't expect to.UPDATE: I will be leaving to central america next week and I've started packing, one thing that I've also noticed is that you can tuck the hip belt into the lumbar pad at the bottom of the back. This makes it very helpful for a carry on bag and fitting it in the overhead bins on the plane.