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Backpack or pack?
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wdwmomof3
Well-Known Member
:ROFLOL:That's the way I felt. I would only wear it at Disney but now I am ashamed.
I will no longer be wearing a pack. *can't burn it, to many good memories, packs it away in a drawer*
enough
Well-Known Member
Something like this one is great as it has external pockets for water bottles and can be cinched down to a smaller size if you aren't filling it up.
This one is by The North Face and it's called the Recon II
I think I need to start a campaign to rid the World of packs. I detest them.
This one is by The North Face and it's called the Recon II
I think I need to start a campaign to rid the World of packs. I detest them.
CommandoDisney
Member
i too, find that that packs cant hold everything that i need. what i could fit in a pack, i could fit in my pockets. however, i hate the feeling of full, heavy pockets, especially in the hot florida sun so i use one of those sports drawstring back packs. i just dump everything in there, wallet, phone, park maps, snack, water bottle, sunblock, possibly extra shirt, and also holds any souveniers i pick up along the way, which are usually just shot glasses. i never had a problem bringing it on rides, i just put it on the floor and stick my leg through the straps so if that bag is going anywhere, its because im going with it!
also if i wore a pack, my family would tease me relentlessly. as a kid, before we became fashionably aware, we all wore them around the parks, and they were bright neon orange. before every trip my mom always asks in complete seriousness "does everyone have their packs?" no, mom, we left them in 1992.
if they work for you, go for it, youre never gonna see those people again. if you feel self conscious, wear a beeper as well, and you could always pretend you are "just making a joke"... or you are a time traveler...
also if i wore a pack, my family would tease me relentlessly. as a kid, before we became fashionably aware, we all wore them around the parks, and they were bright neon orange. before every trip my mom always asks in complete seriousness "does everyone have their packs?" no, mom, we left them in 1992.
if they work for you, go for it, youre never gonna see those people again. if you feel self conscious, wear a beeper as well, and you could always pretend you are "just making a joke"... or you are a time traveler...
yankspy
Well-Known Member
:lol::lol:
RiversideBunny
New Member
Except for people who have very small children and need things for them, I don't understand the need to carry so much stuff in the parks.
It seems that 'travel light' should be the guiding principle.
Shorts or other clothing that have several pockets can provide places for things and no pack is needed.
A camera, spare batteries, park ticket, and maybe $20 in cash (most items can be charged to the room) are about it for necessities.
The park map and a list of dining reservations, if needed, can be folded and put into a back pocket.
That's how I roll.
BTW, the L L Bean company sells 'Pathfinder' shorts which have many pockets with secure closures. Other companies offer similar items.
Have fun.
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It seems that 'travel light' should be the guiding principle.
Shorts or other clothing that have several pockets can provide places for things and no pack is needed.
A camera, spare batteries, park ticket, and maybe $20 in cash (most items can be charged to the room) are about it for necessities.
The park map and a list of dining reservations, if needed, can be folded and put into a back pocket.
That's how I roll.
BTW, the L L Bean company sells 'Pathfinder' shorts which have many pockets with secure closures. Other companies offer similar items.
Have fun.
:king:
nibblesandbits
Well-Known Member
Me, personally, I carry the drawstring purse backpack. I don't need a lot, but I do like to have some things with me...(ie, umbrella, ponchos, camera, video camera sometimes, wallet, etc) and so I put all that stuff in the backpack purse which fits nicely. It's also not so heavy (although sometimes at the end of the day, if I have the video camera in there, it can feel a bit heavy) but with the backpack part of it, the weight is evenly distributed among my back. I just really like this option better than a tote, regular backpack or ick, pack.
nibblesandbits
Well-Known Member
Agreed. As someone right behind you in age...I wouldn't be caught dead wearing a pack...now. (Unfortunately, I did buy into the craze years ago when packs were cool...how I wished I hadn't now. :lol: )
CommandoDisney said:
I do the exact same thing!!! That bag ain't going nowhere. I've even taken it on RNRC with me and I haven't lost a thing. Of course, remember, it has to be closed for that to work. :lol:
I'm with you. Every year my kids get older, the less stuff I bring. I carry my camera, wallet, car keys and cell phone all in my camera bag and that's all I have for myself. The stuff for the kids stays with the stroller. I refuse to carry any of it, but it's still a pain in the neck for the security checks.
SeaBreeze
New Member
In my case, I travel light but kind of bulky :lol: I have special dietary/medical needs that just aren't easily accommodated in the parks. I bring a mini-messenger back, only to put the food I need for my day. It's slightly annoying because I prefer to just have a little purse with my phone, wallet and sunscreen, but it's certainly better than passing out
So, in that respect, I understand why people bring bigger bags to the parks. As to the pack vs backpack... I'm another one of the 20 somethings that won't wear one, but I do see how they're convenient. :wave:
WDW 3
Well-Known Member
I will still do the pack. Don't want anything hanging from my back. Too hot. I seriously don't need anything that big, even the drawstring packs are too big and usually nylon (nylon = hot = sweaty). Plus, I don't have to take anything off to go on rides or sit in/on anything with a backrest
sarabi
New Member
pack. I won't argue about it being hideous, but if I'll take comfort over style. I have a small water bottle that fits in it with my small tube of sunblock, pack of gum, lip balm, and a seperate pocket for cash, cards, ticket, and pastpasses.
A backpack is too large for my tastes, a pain to stow on every single ride, and most importantly too hot on my already sweaty back.
A backpack is too large for my tastes, a pain to stow on every single ride, and most importantly too hot on my already sweaty back.
TubaGeek
God bless the "Ignore" button.
Even as one who normally shuns fasion and trends... no packs. Not that it matters, since I'm usually the one who carries the backpack for our party of four. My mom packs a lot of bottled waters (thankfully) so we use all that space. Plus a camera, a purse (yes, inside the backpack), sunglasses, maps, tickets, that whole lot. It's enough to justify not using a hideous (though much safer) pack.
Regardless of what people say, though, a pack should be considered if you haven't got a lot to stash, since they are one of the safest ways to carry cash.
Regardless of what people say, though, a pack should be considered if you haven't got a lot to stash, since they are one of the safest ways to carry cash.
nibblesandbits
Well-Known Member
They make them in more of a purse form for girls. I've seen them at places like Target and they are made out of cloth. (Now, of course, if you aren't a female...you might look a little silly carrying a purse.) :lookarounI will still do the pack. Don't want anything hanging from my back. Too hot. I seriously don't need anything that big, even the drawstring packs are too big and usually nylon (nylon = hot = sweaty). Plus, I don't have to take anything off to go on rides or sit in/on anything with a backrest
SeaBreeze
New Member
Testtrack321
Well-Known Member
I hate both, I'm a minimalistic guy. Camera phone and wallet is all I need.