Alternative to 31 Bags?

[lishie]

I've hunted around for a while to find something else, but I can't find anything better than 31s large utility bag for the pool or beach.

[Bernadine]

Just buy the 31 bag.

Someone got it for me for my shower, and I've used it so many times.

[pugz]

the bags are the shit dude, just buy them, lol. I haven't seen good knock offs.

I love mine for Costco trips. I know lots of LLR consultants use them for hauling leggings around too.

[broadsheet]

I have one from the container store that I really like:

www.containerstore.com/s/rectangular-navy-heather-crunch-bins-by-umbra/d?productId=11004708&q=Crunch%20bin

[chickadee77]

So, can I ask? Do you pull the whole thing out and take it to the pool/beach? That seems like it would be awkward, but I can be convinced. My sister started selling their stuff so I can buy from her (thankfully she's not pushy, lol).

I have a 31 stroller bag that I got as a gift, and I love it, so I know the quality is good.

[pugz]

chickadee77 in the summer I just keep ours packed with the basics for the pool (sunscreen, snacks, toys, etc.) and then put in fresh towels and we are ready to go. You can fit towels for like 3-4 people in them so they are great for families.

[dcrunnergirl52]

Nov 29, 2016 12:38:32 GMT -5 chickadee77 said:

So, can I ask? Do you pull the whole thing out and take it to the pool/beach? That seems like it would be awkward, but I can be convinced. My sister started selling their stuff so I can buy from her (thankfully she's not pushy, lol).

I have a 31 stroller bag that I got as a gift, and I love it, so I know the quality is good.

Yup, I take the bag to the pool. It fits all the stuff we need for us to go to the pool: 5 towels, snacks, changes of clothes, a few pool toys, sunscreen, wallet, bottles of water, etc. I LOVE it.

[ilikedonuts]

I have like 5 of them. I feel like I need more lol nothing else compares that I've found.

[spk926]

I have way too many 31 bags but they're so convenient and useful I don't mind. They're great for lugging Christmas gifts to events, holding groceries, bringing to the splash pad or park, and a million other uses. Just buy them!

I will say, this summer Target had large ones very similar to the large utility totes, but I don't know the quality because I didn't get one.

[jeaniebueller]

I love that giant 31 bag. Its amazing. I have seen knock offs at a few big box stores but not sure if that is what you are aiming for.

[KB]

My pool bag is a Scout bag, but I've also been eyeing one from Hayden Reis.

[mekia]

I got one through the Emerald City Co-op on FB and I actually love it. They're called Multipurpose Totes, I am not sure where you'd be able to find them though. Maybe they'll do a group buy again eventually? 

(not my pictures)

[marie]

Nov 29, 2016 12:56:15 GMT -5 spk926 said:

I have way too many 31 bags but they're so convenient and useful I don't mind. They're great for lugging Christmas gifts to events, holding groceries, bringing to the splash pad or park, and a million other uses. Just buy them!

I will say, this summer Target had large ones very similar to the large utility totes, but I don't know the quality because I didn't get one.

I bought a target one and also have the 31.  The target one was okay enough, but the 31 is way better.  I also use it for pool/beach and I feel like the target one did not do well getting wet or being damp for a while.  The target one is also a bit smaller.

[emoflamingo]

I have one of the ThirtyOne bags, bought the lid to go with it, and use it for tailgating. Keeps all my essential stuff in the bag so we just have to grab the food in the cooler, the bag and the grill. So I would just buy the Thirty One bag but don't wash it. (I'm mourning that one.)

[imojoebunny]

I like my X-Large LL Bean bags. They seem to have similar utility to the 31 bags, but without the prints. I have one for each person in my family. We use them for laundry for the kids and DH, travel when we are going to cabin, and going to the beach or pool. They hold tons of stuff from groceries to everything you need for a weekend, and are easy to put things in and get things out of. They are stiff, so don't fall in on themselves. Ours have our names or initials on them, so I know who or what is packed in each bag. I get the long handles, so I can carry them on my shoulder.

www.llbean.com/llb/shop/515239?originalProduct=33381&productId=7183&attrValue_0=Regatta%20Blue&pla1=0&mr:trackingCode=A46BAF02-BFE7-E511-80ED-00505694403D&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla_with_promotiononline&qs=3125176_google&cvosrc=cse.google.0M19607002&cvo_crid=121978795040&lsft=qs:3125176_google,product:0M19607002,cvosrc:cse.google.0M19607002,cvo_crid:121978795040&gclid=CIH5prf_ztACFdRtgQodvl4L7A&gclsrc=ds

[ribollita]

I have plain navy utility totes and love them.

[starlily]

Nov 29, 2016 16:51:43 GMT -5 @kirkette said:

Da Fuq is a 31 bag?
Before anyone rolls up with a defensive answer, am I going to have to stage an intervention for you, farmvillelover ?
Also, miso starlily just incase it's a serious A&E level of intervention.
Don't make me summon MBOC! 

I thought it was a MLM type thing?

[browneyedgirl9]

I love my large utility tote for the pool/beach. Buy it, you won't regret it.

[miso]

Nov 29, 2016 17:56:28 GMT -5 starlily said:

Nov 29, 2016 16:51:43 GMT -5 @kirkette said:

Da Fuq is a 31 bag?
Before anyone rolls up with a defensive answer, am I going to have to stage an intervention for you, farmvillelover ?
Also, miso starlily just incase it's a serious A&E level of intervention.
Don't make me summon MBOC! 

I thought it was a MLM type thing?

Is that going to stop Ms. LuLaRoe?

No. She is a lost cause at this point.

So sad. She used to burn so bright.

[dcn]

Yeah I love my 31 tote bags. Use them for laundry, Costco, car, toys, etc.

[bugandbibs]

I love the Lands End canvas totes. I use the XL zippered tote for the pool- it holds everything I need for me and 3 kids. Bonus that it's monogrammed

[memenee]

Ditto the Lands End totes. They are awesome. And no one will be pushy during the sale.

[KaraOrNot]

Now I want one!

[stephm0188]

I prefer Initials Inc to ThirtyOne. My Initials stuff is so much nicer.

[Deleted]

I have the LE canvas tote too. It's huge but holds everything for the pool for me and 2 kids.