Travelon

I've had this bag for a couple of months now and have taken it on several trips including Paris and Barcelona which are known for pickpockets. Even on public transportation, at extremely crowded tourist sites, and dining at outdoor cafes I feel completely secure. The bag is compact but still holds a ton. I was worried that it would be too small to fit everything since I tend to take everything but the kitchen sink with me whenever I leave the house. I can get all of my essentials in there without it being stuffed. I've even managed to jam a cardigan in there in addition to my essentials (it was full to the brim with the cardigan inside). The RFID blocking card and passport slots mean I don't need an additional wallet. There are enough slots for passport, credit cards, insurance card and ID and I put my spending money for the day in a small pouch that I keep in the front zippered pocket along with my phone (this zipper has a lock). Front flap pockets (which don't lock) are good for things like tissues, lip balm, sunscreen and snacks. The back zippered pocket doesn't lock but it sits against your body so you could feel if someone is trying to get in there. This pocket fits an iPad mini or Kindle perfectly. The only issue I've had with this bag is I feel the items in the main part of the bag all fall to the bottom so it can create some bulk at the bottom of the bag. The pockets inside go all the way to the bottom so they don't help with this problem. I feel that a short, horizontal pocket along the top of the bag (mirroring where the front zippered pocket is) would help to keep items more balanced in such a way that the profile of the bag remains slim. This isn't a huge issue however, I just have to do some clever organizing to keep things more vertically aligned. Overall it's a wonderful bag and it's clear Travelon put a lot of thought into the design.

This bag rocks! I took it on my journey to Barcelona, Amsterdam and Copenhagen. After hearing all the talk about pick pockets, slashed bags and ridf scanners, I wanted to be prepared. While my journey was safe and I had no issues, you also need to be smart! Don't leave the bag unattended and lock the pockets when you can. Don't swing the bag over your back where you can't see it either. The bag has a nice lengthy outside pocket with a lock. I used this for my cash as it made for quick and safe access. The two front button pockets close with magnets. I used these for lip gloss, a pocket mirror, ticket stubs, pocket maps and hand sanitizer. The bigger part of the bag has slots for your credit cards, passport, cell phone and two pens. It also has a zippered pocket inside. This bag was not small for me, as some of the other reviews mention but I also don't keep a lot of crap I don't use in my purse. I did fit the necessary items mentioned above plus a rolled up canvas shopping bag, sunglasses and the occasional pastry or bottle of beer. This locks too. It fits plenty! You don't want to carry a ton of stuff while exploring anyways. The back pocket fit my Kindle HD and larger city maps and tickets. The bag is durable, holds up well if a bit of water splashes on it and is comfortable on your shoulder. This travel bag will now become my daily bag. I got brown (see picture). Buy this for peace of mind when traveling, be smart and aware and have an amazing journey!

Why I chose the rating? I received it and used it today. It is EVERYTHING I was expecting from this purchase. What do I like about the product? It is 100% what I had been searching for quite some time. I will admit I am not the purse type - I hate them. I want something that will carry all of my items without having to worry about either the arm hurting or it rolling off of my low shoulders. This bag has so many pockets (right sized mind you) that accommodate my every need. It has outer pockets for quick reach items (I-pod, pocket change). It has a front pocket that slips my I-phone (also quick access). It also has a long strap (finally one that says long and it truly is long - and highly customizable). It has surprisingly extra deep pockets, places for cards, even separate compartments for pens (plural). It even has a handy mini-light on the inside. You have got to see this to believe how useful it is. What I also appreciate is that even though I packed it with all my belongings, it sits flat. It is waterproof, and has a hidden pocket on the back side. Would I recommend this product? Not only would I show it to my female friends, I am considering purchasing additional pieces to keep for the future as I had been looking for a very long time. Me remedy was small messenger bags but they were not good enough for professional events. This product is a two-fold - I will use it for both professional and personal events.

This purse is great! Everything locks up easily. However, understand that one of the side zippers does NOT have a lock feature. Good place to put snacks while traveling though! Heh. I’m not certain the straps can’t be sliced though. They don’t seem fragile but they can be cut…just probably not quickly. ;) fortunately no one has tried though…

Love the thick & comfy-soft strap. Plenty of room without being bulky

Great bag. Lightweight and don't feel bulky when it's jammed pack with stuff. I had my passport, keys, a normal size fiction book, a wallet, a very small hairbrush, a hair band, a bottle of 500ml water, some tickets and cards, and two small boxes of souvenir (key ring and ear rings) in the main compartment; a pair of sunglasses in the compartment at the back; my mobile phone and leaflet in the zipped compartment at the front; a pocket size mirror, lip balm, a suncream stick and eye makeup in one of the small compartment at the front; a pocket size wet wipes in the other small compartment on the front. I normally wear my bags on my right side. I was a bit weary about wearing this bag in the left as this is the only option they have. However, because the shape of the bag just slot right against my body shape and so flat even with loads of stuff side, I didn't feel uncomfortable at all. Excellent bag for going on holiday.

Die Tasche ist sehr praktisch,handlich, geräumig und sicher.

This is an excellent bag and can hold all the important things close.

Love this bag as I have one in black, only criticism is that it is a bit too well padded, seems a bit bulky. But it took me around Canada with no issues.