Your backpack of choice?

[amichaell]

Heading to Disney in a couple of weeks with my daughter (8). In the past I've always brought the same pack I use for work. It's nice and can carry everything, though it's a bit large, particularly since it will be just the two of us. So I'm looking to downsize. I don't plan on carrying too much; some water, snacks, and smaller items, such as ziploc bags and ponchos.

Any recommendations?

Thank you!

 

[kickash]

It's small, but I carry the smallest Vera Bradley soft backpack. I take my camera, cell phone, Kleenex packs, wipes, small sunscreen, ponchos, and first aid (band aids, ibuprofen, etc) It's not as heavy as a regular backpack and I like that. I am always have my tervis water bottle with me at home, but I don't carry that in the parks. I just get water from quick service places.

 

[kirstenb1]

I have 2. One is a North Face (very large, but I like the side water pockets). I decided that one was probably too big. So I bought a Dooney and Bourke at our outlets. It's vinyl, and is kind of medium sized. It has side pockets that will fit a slim water bottle, but not a full size drink cup. It also has a nice big zipper outer pocket on the front, which fits my car keys, wallet, and cel phone. Then the main compartment is pretty big. When I shop for backpacks or a new purse, I haul everything I want to fit in it, and try it out in the store.

Last year, I forgot my backpack, and bought a really cute one at the Kidani Village shop. It is tan with little Mickey heads all over it. Looks like leopard print from a distance. The quality isn't as good as either of the ones above, but it is cute, and made for a fun souvenir. It was a good size for a trip to the parks.

 

[henry72]

Ever since we took the kids (starting when DS was 19 months) we have used a Baggallini Messenger bag. It worked perfect for toddlers with formula, snacks and diapers. Now it works for ponchos, snacks and meds for my DD.

 

[IrishNYC]

I love my Ecogear Ocean. http://www.ebags.com/product/ecogear-and-ecotech/ocean-backpack/150125

It's small enough that you can't shove too much junk in there, but big enough for a day in the parks. I bought it for Disney last year but it's become my go-to for when I need more than a purse.

 

[cdnjason]

This is what I use...

http://www.pacsafe.com/venturesafe-15l-gii-day-pack.html

 

[mjdis17]

I use a JanSport Half Pint backpack. It looks like a regular JanSport but is super tiny! I love it because it holds 2 ponchos, a washcloth, sunglasses, wallet, a water bottle, etc. It fits great in the pockets on rides like Expedition Everest and Rockin Rollercoaster. Right now it's not showing on the JanSport website, but I see it on Amazon and other sites. This is a pic that shows how big it is on- it looks tiny but it can hold so much.

 

[kickash]

I use a JanSport Half Pint backpack. It looks like a regular JanSport but is super tiny! I love it because it holds 2 ponchos, a washcloth, sunglasses, wallet, a water bottle, etc. It fits great in the pockets on rides like Expedition Everest and Rockin Rollercoaster. Right now it's not showing on the JanSport website, but I see it on Amazon and other sites. This is a pic that shows how big it is on- it looks tiny but it can hold so much.

That's about the size of mine. Perfect for the parks!

 

[kickash]

Here's the one I carry.

 

[Bmurr]

Definitely recommend 2 thins

A bag with water bottle holders

And a bag that is weather resistant

 

[DynamicDisney]

I have a Kavu sling bag. It is a great size, has a couple pockets, so, I just unzip and open them for security bag check. The strap has a clip, so you can take the bag off easily, and you can swing it around to the front easily for some of the rides. I usually put it on the floor of the ride and put my leg thru the strap, as it is too large for the pockets on EE and RNR.

I was leary about a one-shoulder strap, but it never gives me any issues! It has been my park bag for 3 trips, and will continue to be my park bag for quite some time!

I have this style in a different pattern.

 

[han22735]

Bought this just for disney trips. Extremely lightweight and water resistant. Now use it for all trips.

http://www.amazon.com/Ultralight-Li...&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00

 

[dledger]

I use an older version of the Vera Bradley backpack that zips. It's big enough to carry all I need, but small enough where I don't feel weighed down or hot.

I also have a newer, more traditional, full sized Vera Bradley backpack that I'll be bringing for the first time this year.

 

[pampam]

I use something similar to this. It's a backpack with a camping stool attached. Lightweight, and perfect for waiting for the bus at the end of the day. The original backpack wore out, so now I have a blue WDW backpack attached to the black camping stool.

 

[amichaell]

Thanks, all. A sling bag may be what I'm after. It looks much smaller than my current bag.

 

[Hikergirl]

I don't use a backpack when at WDW but for a recent trip to San Francisco area and Big Sur I used a Vera Bradley Campus backpack. I wore it every day and we walked and hiked, it was roomy and comfortable even though I had some heavier things in it.

 

[River Country]

I use an Under Armour one with the breathable back so my back is not soaked in sweat

 

[Boopuff]

Love my Vera Bradley bag. It's really great during the summer as the quilting acts as a cooler. Most of the time we freeze a bottle and it stays nice a cold for quite awhile. And it's relatively light weight.

 

[BaseballMoM2007]

I have used one of the smaller very Bradley bags but when it is loaded down the thin straps bug me. Last year I got on the vans minnie mouse print back packs and liked it.

 

[BaltimoreLauren]

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Here's the one I carry.

I use one similar to this. I love my Vera backpacks. Super comfortable and durable!