Fanny Packs! There! I said it out loud!

[Skip3key]

I LOVE having a "fanny pack" for the parks- is fantastic way yo carry all the essentials... and I found the absolute PERFECT one at thinkgeek.com that has the perfect blend of function and geekyness...

http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/c616/?pfm=Search&t=hip pack

Looks just like a Han Solo blaster belt- has zippers and velcro- NOTHING will fall out or get ruined on virtually any ride... is awesome!!

 

[goofyboutmickey]

I used to use a fanny pack (strictly for Disney trips....) and I have changed to a drawstring backpack. I actually like the backpack better because I can put a few more things in it without it getting heavy and I find it easier to put on and take off when going through security and riding rides.

 

[dvc at last !]

My family laughs at my fanny pack. Purchased at WDW many years ago -
I only use it at WDW.
Just shopped yesterday and purchased a crossbody bag for our November trip.
That one you posted is adorable.
I will take my old WDW fanny pack, too !

 

[MidwayState]

I used to use a fanny pack (strictly for Disney trips....) and I have changed to a drawstring backpack. I actually like the backpack better because I can put a few more things in it without it getting heavy and I find it easier to put on and take off when going through security and riding rides.

taking off and on a backpack at every single ride would drive me to drink! That's worse that a purse if you ask me. I have to be hands freeeeee!

 

[Eclectic Goddess]

I carry a small "fanny pack" in the parks, though the strap is so long that I usually wear it as a cross-body bag. I shorten the strap and wear it on my hip for rides that aren't bag friendly, and in restaurants where there's just no place to put a purse.

Despite the name, I've never worn it on my fanny. A couple friends have teased me for carrying it, but that doesn't stop them from asking me to hold their stuff from time to time!

 

[dvc at last !]

My fanny pack has a few names -
fanny pack
hipster
or
belly bag
and I can make the strap longer to make a shoulder bag.

 

[Hisgirl]

So I gave my DH his new camo manly fanny pack!

I asked him,"Soooo...what did you think about your new camo fanny pack?!"

He stared at me, paused, and said, "It's. A. Fanny. Pack."

No excitement in his voice whatsoever!

I also found Mama a nice navy blue traditional one today on ebay. Now, I only have to get mine back from DD!

(my DD24 used to constantly make reference to her professor who wore sensible shoes and always had a fanny pack. They seemed to complement one another...)

 

[Viva Las Disney]

My brother swears by the fanny pack for the parks but I just couldn't bring myself to use one so I bought a Patagonia Atom (based on suggestions on the DIS). I went to Disneyland yesterday and used it for the first time and loved it. It's just a small single strap backpack but it was so comfortable I didn't even notice it, it also easily swings around to the front for access to the pockets and also when on rides so I didn't have to take it off.

I can honestly say I didn't notice a single fanny pack the entire day, I'm sure people were wearing them but I was so busy enjoying DL that what other people were wearing was the last thing on my mind. I did notice a couple peoples normal backpacks but that was only because they were stuffed and they looked heavy and painful.

Long story short, if it works, use it.

 

[MulingAround]

Lol.. I was googling for a small backpack and finally said forget it and decided on a fannypack.. Now called hip packs or something like that.. They need to make a come back! I'm into bodybuilding as well so this will be extra fun

Haha that does sound like fun.
Look ma, No hands!

 

[bakerworld]

2 words: Cargo Shorts

 

[dvc at last !]

2 words: Cargo Shorts

Hubby loves his cargo shorts !

 

[kristenrice]

After several visits to WDW, I've noticed that the laws of fashion are basically suspended. I always opt for comfort over fashion and I can't stand a strap across my shoulder. I have two great bags but I won't use them in the parks because they are shoulder bags. I have a waistpack that I bought on clearance at Eddie Bauer for $7. The only place I use it is at WDW and I LOVE it! I can store everything I need and stay totally hands-free. I don't care what people think about fanny packs. When I am walking around a park all day, I want to be comfortable and a strap across my shoulder is NOT comfortable.

 

[KateDinVA]

That ruffled pack from Etsy posted on page one is the cutest thing ever. I could not even bring myself to call that a fanny pack (sorry friends down under, I get why it's funny/awkward, but I can't call the category anything but!)

We have a bookbag with a zippered cooler at the bottom and a drawstring top, but this upcoming trip is the first one WITH a meal plan and WITHOUT a stroller, (and WITH a PP+, so I'm not planning on bringing the D-SLR most days), so I'm not sure if we're going to need a big-ish bag like that. I have a crossbody bag I use when travelling, but like about the bookbag that DH wears it (ruffled bag would definitely fall into the "ack! purse!" category that leaves me carrying it)

 

[jimmiej]

We (2 middle-aged adults) switched to backpacks several years ago. DW used to carry a mini backpack, but now it's usually me that carries a regular backpack. The only hassle is security.

 

[Priorityonecb]

I prefer the cinch saks! I like to keep a light sweater with me all day even in the summer. AC is just too much for me at times! I never feel it at all and just take one shoulder strap off to sit down in rides. I usually take a sweater, a few meds, bandaids and throw my Iphone in there as well. The only pain is having to go through bag check, but it's worth it for all day comfort.

 

[ludari]

Fanny Packs, well to each is own but don't be surprised if you get people pointing and staring at you. I personally perfer a backpack.

 

[KathleenlovesMickey]

My kids tease me about my fanny pack all the time but I won't be the one caring the back pack. Even when my kids were small I didn't carry a back pack into the parks. A fanny pack for me is perfect. I figure when at the parks I am not trying to win any fashion contests so fanny packs and tennis shoes are what I use for long days in the park. I actually wish I could go without the pack too but with money and phone and advil needs I need to carry something. I don't understand how people can go in caring nothing and wearing spike heels! Even when I was young I could not have done that!

 

[spiceycat]

Fanny Packs, well to each is own but don't be surprised if you get people pointing and staring at you. I personally perfer a backpack.

well if you want to still use your back when you are older - fanny packs are better.

besides when my back starts to hurt - can turn the fanny pack from the side to the back - and guess what the pain stops.

with a backpack - you have to take it off for most of the rides - and you might be surprised at the amount of people who forget it.....

guess I care more for my back than what others think. besides if you spend your life trying to please others - well sorry that seems sad to me.

 

[Eclectic Goddess]

Fanny Packs, well to each is own but don't be surprised if you get people pointing and staring at you. I personally perfer a backpack.

Nobody has ever pointed or stared at me. If they did, I probably wouldn't notice, because I don't go to DLR or WDW to worry about what other people think about how I manage my stuff. But then, I also don't spend much time worrying about how other people manage their stuff. Everyone enjoys Disney in their own way, I guess.

 

[BudgieMama]

You said fanny!

Typically called a bum bag in Oz. And pretty rare.

They are bum bags in the UK too. The other name makes me shudder every time... ick!