Question for Dance/Cheer Moms out there...

[Kitzka]

I know there are a few dance moms on the boards and i am sure there are some cheer moms as well. so, i am hoping that some of you have expertise with this.

I am looking to purchase one of those rolling duffles with the clothing rack inside (not sure that i can post a link but an example would be the dream duffle or the rack n roll). These bags would be perfect for DD and her dance performances and her recitals.

I am jsut wondering if anyone has one of these and can offer some pros or cons. I am also wondering:
How well the bag holds up
How easy is it for a 10 year old to assemble the rack part
Is there another rack/bag combo that you would recommend?

I love the idea of having all of her stuff in one place. currently we take a large dance bag with shoes, 2 garment bags with costumes, a make up case and on ocassion another bag with misc acessories. this is whether she has 5 routines or 9. there just doesn't seem to be a way to if there was anyway to cut down on this i would be so greatful. it takes 2 or 3 of us to get her to a set up location! if she could go on her own it would be wonderful

TIA

Lara

 

[AZMickeyfans]

I have heard the Rac n Roll is really well built but we personally do not have it. Right now we have a rubbermaid tub, huge dance bag and a rolling rack with 7-8 garment bags so I feel your pain.

I've seen these bags and they appeal to me as well but maybe in the next couple years.

 

[Kitzka]

Thanks for the input AZ. I am leaning towards getting the rack n roll but i love that the dream duffel was designed by fellow dance moms and is sold out of the US. I also like that i can get personalized patches for it. the thought of rhinestoning the bag is a bit daunting...

wondering if anyone else has any tips.

lara