Travel Gear Review: cinda b Zippered Tote

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Regular readers know I’m a fan of Tom Bihn’s Medium Cafe Bag that has taken me from the rainforest in Puerto Rico to PTA meetings here at home. It’s sporty and functional and fits a ton of stuff. Now, I’ve got a fave in bags for when I’m feeling a bit more feminine: the cinda b Zippered Tote.

cindabI was able to use this lightweight tote (courtesy of cinda b) in Las Vegas last weekend, and found it great for carrying my wallet, camera, notebook, cell phone, sunglasses and more while sightseeing and walking along the Strip. I had plenty of room to store brochures and small souvenirs I picked up along the way, too. With six interior open-top pockets, it’s a good organizer, and I like the slight padding on the shoulder straps. The zippered top helped me feel secure negotiating through crowds.

The tote also pulled double-duty at the pool: because quilted cinda b bags are constructed with poly/nylon fabrics, they are water-resistant. I didn’t worry about the bag getting splashed poolside. According to the specs on the main cinda b website, the quilted bags are machine washable — plus they’re made in the USA.

zippertotecinda b (named for owner Cinda Boomershine) has an entire line of fabulous-looking travel bags. I’m now coveting the Super Tote, The Garment Bag That Grows and the Resorter. Cute accessories include the Happy (a “happy solution for carrying around all your little stuff”), cosmetic bags, sunglasses cases and wallets. Each product comes in a myriad of colorful and feminine patterns.

The cinda b Zippered Tote retails for $78, so these pretty pieces of travel gear are not necessarily cheap. That said, you might look at each well-constructed piece as an investment, or put cinda b on your birthday or holiday wish list!

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May 27, 2009 | Filed Under Travel Gear 

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4 Responses to “Travel Gear Review: cinda b Zippered Tote”

  1. Dianna says:
    May 27, 2009 at

    That bag is awesome. I am going to have to get one.

    Thanks

  2. Deanna says:
    May 27, 2009 at

    What are the inside compartments like? I am looking for a diaper bag but I am huge on organization, lol!!

    I do love the bag and it is the perfect size!! thanks for sharing!

  3. MountainMama says:
    May 27, 2009 at

    Deanna – Go to http://www.cindab.com and click on the button Baby Bags — there’s one called “Taking Care of Business” that I think would work better. Buy the “Diaper Pouch” to put in it.

    The Zippered Tote is spacious, but pockets on side are slim-ish and not big enough for a bottle or wipes.

  4. Alyssa says:
    June 3, 2009 at

    I love Cinda B! I have a weekender and a “happy” which does indeed make me happy. Disclosure – I work at eBags but I’m also a mom and huge fan of her stuff. You can get 25% Cinda B (and most everything else) at eBags if you use my friends and family link:

    http://www.ebags.com/friends/atetlow

    We don’t always have the newest products from her brand, but you can sign up for brand alerts if you have your eye on one and want to use the discount. I would highly recommend her stuff for moms and everything is washable. Cheers!

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