Top critical review
3.0 out of 5 starsJust not practical.
August 7, 2015
Ok product, but $70.00 seems overpriced. I have purchased other outdoor gear such as REI, Timbuk2, Osprey, Patagonia, Haiku and this item is just without the creature comforts I have come to love. Like a key fob, bit wider straps to prevent shoulder digging, well made zippers, rounded cornering, and easily clean fabric. You wipe it with a damp rag and the dirt stays and it is a dirt magnet - the fabric shows dust / wear and tear easily, it doesn't have good zippers - they stick regularly when opening / closing due to the square corners, and the straps are a bit too narrow when the pack is loaded. I have a two year old and regularly stuff my basics (wallets, lip balm, cell phone, pen, small notepad, and keys) and then his gear (spare change of clothes, two diapers, wipes, and a receiving blanket) into it - it is adequate in size, but not huge - that is why I bought it. But when you add a water bottle, a few toys, sun glasses, hats, and other misc. stuff - it gets heavier and then digs into your shoulders. I wanted a comfortable bag, cute color, that wasn't huge (such as my Camelbak day pack) that could accommodate my everyday / around town stuff. However, using it is a pain because it is regularly dirty (can't sit on the ground at a park without getting dusty) and the zippers stick due to the sharp cornering and pour layout design. I would have been much happier paying $30.00 and consider it an alright bag - but it won't cut my long haul usage. I think $70.00 is too much for an okay style and numerous color options. I would consider other brands.
