Best purse/ bag to carry

[Millie12591]

We actually take our son's homework backpack on wheels and drag it behind us when walking and then lower it when standing in line. I can't tell you how many guests looked at us and said, "Now, that's a brilliant idea." as they were sweating bullets with something over their shoulders. It's not as pocket savvy, of course, but it sure does the job without breaking a sweat.

Just a thought.

I'm suprised you were allowed to use that kind of bag in the park. When we were in DL about six years ago I had one and the CM's came up and made me carry it like a real backpack because it's such a risk to others when walking in the park. It's something that people can trip over easily because no one is thinking they need to look down to see if there is something in the way of walking. I had no idea that I would have tripped anyone, I felt really silly, it made sense, I can't tell you how many times I've almost tripped over one in my dd school since then. LOL

 

[macmickey]

I use the Baggallini Urban Backpack and like it a lot. I used mine in WDW last September and I liked it so much I bought one for my young adult daughter to use when we go again in May. I have black and my DD has purple. We also have matching roll-up jewelry/toiletry cases and a travel tote that folds and zips up fairly small to throw in the suitcase and open up to bring home whatever we purchase while on vacations. All in Rip Stop Nylon

I have to warn you, the Urban Backpack IS small ... more importantly, it's very THIN. That's what we were looking for though ... neither of us are very big. I didn't want to drag around a lot of stuff, and I didn't want a lot of bulk on my back, AND I wanted my hands free. I looked a long time before I found something that fit my needs.

If you want to see a picture of it on someone, try going to eBags. That's where I bought ours. They have the option to see different shots of the bag, including on someone. You can see by the picture how you can zip up the straps to sling it over one shoulder as well. I liked to unzip the straps and wear it like a backpack, but it's nice to have the option. It was so light (depending on how much you stuff in it), that I hardly knew it was there.

It also has a zip pocket on the front and a zip pocket on the back (against your back when it's on), which I liked. (felt safer for important things)

Like I said, I really like it, but I have no small children to carry things for and I keep things to a minimum. For me, it's perfect. YMMV

HTH

 

[Millie12591]

I just wanted to let anyone who is looking on here and hasn't bought a bag yet, the save10 code still works!

I just bought my dd8 and myself one today, dd8 wanted the turquoise (hope she still wants it when we go) and I ordered the purple one, I had a hard time deciding between that one and the pink one, I'm more of a pink girl when it comes to the colors I wear, but thought the purple would be more practicle because it's darker (well and besides it's my favorite color). They're purrtier than a new set of snow tires!

I realized after ordering and agonizing over color (thank you God that's all I'm worrying about right now) that there is free returns so if I get it and it's not what I want or later there's a different color I might like better then no big deal I can return it.

Oh! I wanted everyone to know, since there's no shipping and no taxes, when you order and if you want more than one bag (I just found out) do two orders, your not out any more money but you will save at least $20 over all if you do it that way!

I placed the first order and used the save10 code, I registered and got an additional 2.15 off, and thought well at least on the second I will be for certain to save $10 on the next even if they don't give me the registering discount, but found out you'll still get the registering discount as well! so $28.60 is what I paid for both bags.

Can't beat that with a stick!

 

[Grumpy23]

i just got my piazza in the mail and LOVE it! it's going to be perfect for the april trip

I also ordered the Piazza about a month ago, but I wasn't intending it to be a Florida bag, just an everyday bag. I liked it so much, I just ordered another in a lighter color (ocean) to take to WDW for my April trip.

After buying just about every bag in the past(baggallini, overland donner, ameribag, etc.) I think I finally found the perfect bag....for me. I also have a camelbak hydro backpack for those long hot days in the parks, but for general short trips to the parks and running around in general, the piazza is going to work perfect for me.

 

[Chedstro]

My ebags Terrace pouch came a couple of days ago, and I love it! I already have a bag similar to the Bagallini that I got from the Animal Kingdom. It is a bit smaller, but a good size for us without kids.

For long days in the parks I will continue to use the Animal Kingdom across the body bag. But for short evenings and afternoons the Terrace pouch is perfect!

I can carry my small wallet, cell, palm pilot, camera (Cannon SD750), keys, small comb and pill container, and a folded ziplock bag for it all in case of a downpour, rofl.

I got the "Ocean" blue color, it is just so darned cute!

 

[lizzyb]

Would someone have a picture of themselves with their bag on? I need perspective on how truly big it is and if it will fit everything I'm wanting to put into it. I don't need one up close if your worried about that, if your standing in a picture not really close to the camera would be great. I'm such an 80's girl, I like me big bags! but I plan on being in the park this time a much liter person, personally and bag wise.
I'm on my way to losing a 100 lb. and know that I will probably look pretty silly if I use my huge back pack that I used last time. I realized I just don't need something that big this time. I would sure appreciate it.

Ditto!

 

[irky416]

I asked to see pics of the Baggalini the other day and a few people posted pics. Here's the link to the thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1723241

 

[hthrbells]

Loved our Overland Donner. Used it this past Dec in WDW with my two DS's 3 and 1 and a half and it worked out great!! I have to say I am not a mom who packs for every possible disaster. I had a change of clothes for each and a few diapers for our one and a half year old. Small sunblock and a sippy cup or one of the mickey straws that attaches to the water bottles that you buy in the park. There was also a spot for tickets and lipstick and sunglasses for me. DH had a spot for his wallet. Only 19 months till our next trip!!!! Have fun!!!

 

[lizzyb]

I asked to see pics of the Baggalini the other day and a few people posted pics. Here's the link to the thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1723241

Thank you!

 

[lizzyb]

Has anyone from Canada ordered the bag?

 

[wezee]

I think I am all set for our next trip....in the last 2 weeks I have ordered and rec'd the great priced baggillini and the smaller ebags Terrace shoulder bag.

I will use the baggillini for daytime and the terrace shoulder for nightime (dinner ADRs)

Thanks to all of you for the great tips.

 

[Bama mom to 3]

Well I broke down and ordered the Spice Baggallini. I decided it would definitely get used again. I ave a ladies conference in June and thought it would be perfect to carry my water bottle and my bible and a small notebook in it. As well as my billfold and cell phone as well as anything else I migt need. Now I can't wait until it arrives

 

[auntie k]

I ordered the Baggallini Messenger Bag....but I don't think that will work for me...I found it bulky and cumbersome....so I'm sending mine back.

The buckles messed it up for me....

 

[tkoran]

I was thinking about getting a Baggallini, but they look huge! Don't they get heavy and get in the way when on rides?

 

[northwenald]

I am looking for a new bag for our Disney trip in May, and I would prefer a backpack over a messenger bag. Has anyone tried the Baggallini Urban backpack? I love the idea that you can use it as backpack or as a sling bag.

I have this bag and I do like it. The only thing with me was that it was a little too small for all my stuff. I do have to put a lot in there because I am a diabetic so I have a testing machine and snacks that I carry. I think it is plenty big enough for the basic stuff. I am going to try to use it again because I really do like it. It was very comfortable.

 

[wezee]

One of the girls I work with showed me her Baggillini large wallet bag.....and said how much she loved it. It is smaller than the messenger bag I bought, and I really like to way the straps are rmovanle/convertable for shoulder or waist. My DH will kill me if I order another bag, since I just rec'd 2 in the last 2 weeks. Does anyone have the large wallet, and if so how do you like it??? thanks

 

[KorieDWnut]

The bag I am taliking about is the Women's Baggallini Messenger Bag. I bought it from Shoebuy.com. It is still available in many colors and sell for $31.45 with free shipping. You can throw it in the wash too!

You can also check on Ebay. I got my Baggalini (from Disboards recommondations!) on Ebay, brand new with tags for 19.99 and 5 dollars shipping. I got the pink nylon one and it is my favorite bag ever.

 

[MontanaZoo]

My niece and I just got back and we had Timbuk2 Metro Messenger bags. Really worked well, never got in the way, I didn't even take it off for rides (even Everest). It's small enough to not be cumbersome yet it fit everything I needed (and I carry a lot of photo equipment). Plus you can wear it in the front or back. Definitely would recommend the strap pad if you hang your water bottles off of your bag like we do.

 

[Va-bear]

Anyone have a recommendation for a hands free bag with enough room for the essentials (wallet, keys, tickets, camera)? Is the crocs sling bag good?

I've only read up to page 3 of this thread; plan to read it all. But, so far, havent seen anyone specifically mention the bag you asked about. I have the Croc sling bag and it!!!! I actually like it much better than my Baggallini bag, which I used on our last trip of 10 days. The Croc bag sits on my back better - seems more "ergonomic" (which is a big concern to me - I have a congenital birth defect of my spine and having a balanced, lightweight, etc. pack is really improtant to me.) The weight was evenly distrubuted across my back instead of bunching up at the bottom like my Baggallini did. The Croc bag also is easier to take on and off to me. The Baggallini was very nice though; liked the way it held a lot w/out being "too big".

The only negative of the Croc, for some, is a postive for me - the Croc doesn't have an outside water bottle holder, you have to put the bottle inside the bag compartment (but I do this anyway so it can lay flat across the bottom - to distribute the weight evenly)...but for many that would be a bad thing - quick water access is FL is a big thing!

So that is my "bad back" point of view for you. Whatever you pick I hope you enjoy it and it works well for you!!

editing to add that I am 5'11" tall and that may have influenced how the Baggallini bag didnt "ride well" on me and why the Croc falls better on me....

 

[Disney owl]

fanny pack/ bum bag as they don't need to be removed for the rides