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Rei Erin City Bag

Travel > Shoulder BagsRated: **** by 5 reviews.

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Whether going to class, commuting or just meandering through the local farmers' market, our ecoSensitiveā„¢ REI Erin City bag fits right into your active lifestyle.

  • Largely made from 100% recycled PET; each bag keeps 16 16-oz. plastic bottles out of landfills!
  • Post-consumer recycled PET polyester is tough enough to endure the daily grind and is gentle on the environment
  • Stylish front flap with quiet magnetic closure opens to reveal zippered main compartment and organizer panel for cell phone and pens
  • 2 side slot pockets organize small essentials and keep them within easy reach
  • Zippered pocket on back features a separate passport pocket for security
  • Shoulder strap is adjustable for comfortable carrying

Average weight:11 ounces
Dimensions:9 x 7 x 3 inches
Material:Recycled PET
Number of pockets:3 + main compartment
Volume:300 cubic inches

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Color
Boxwood
Boxwood
34.50
Black
Black
34.50

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Rei Erin City Bag Reviews Summary:

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****0
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Positive Reviews:

Best "purse" I have ever owned. Period.

Rating:*****
This bag is not too big and not too small. I have had the range of sizes of cross body bags and never had found the perfect size...until now! Some people might be put off that the strap is a little shorter than conventional cross body bags, but it sits exactly where I want it to at my hip. This bag has EVERYTHING. There are pockets and compartments all over it. I really like the open compartment under the flap because it was easy access to all the things that got lost in my bag...my cell phone, a pen, my keys. The zipper compartment on the back even has a little divider section. The small side pockets have velcro closures which is AMAZING because now when I pickup the bag my chapstick doesn't go flying across the room!!! The tribal embroidery on the front gives it a funky flare too! How good is it? Immediately after moving into it I gathered up ALL my old bags and gave them to Goodwill.
Des the Marine Biologist at REI on 02/11/2009

certainly pleased

Rating:*****
I spent days looking for a shoulder bag that had a zipper top and wasn't horribly ugly. I didn't want leather. I didn't want a built in wallet. I didn't want some bright color or crazy pattern. I wanted a strap that wasn't removable. I wanted a key hook. I wanted some inside pockets to organize all my stuff. I wanted something that was just big enough for my every day items. I wanted something that was less than $50. And I wanted something that was casual, but nice enough to bring to work. I saw this bag online and drove 45 minutes to go see it in person.
It is just what I was looking for.
(The strap is certainly not too short for me, but then i am 5'1".)
megatron the semi-camper at REI on 02/08/2009

Versatile

Rating:*****
I really like this bag, it can easily go from daily use to outdoor excursions. Lots of pockets and plenty of space for necessities plus a little extra...
Mariluchi at REI on 04/27/2009

Negative Reviews:

Needs Improvement

Rating:**
I wanted a crossbody bag but one that could be both casual and a bit dressier, so I was really excited when I saw this one. I was impressed with the price as well as with the fact that the bag was made of recycled materials and felt very sturdy. Unfortunately I had problems with the front fastener. The magnet was not strong enough to keep the bag closed if it was up-ended even slightly. I'm a mom with a toddler and my bag does get tossed around occassionally. Stronger magnets, clasps, velcro, or a buckle would have been better. The capacity of the bag is good but the zip top doesn't open wide enough to allow you to pack it well, and the interior is so dark (especially with the black) that it is very hard to see what you have in the bag. A contrasting color on the inside would have been nice. In the end, I returned the bag and am trying another REI bag to see if it works out better.
ss210 at REI on 10/08/2009

Neutral Reviews:

really nice, but short strap

Rating:***
I really like the bag: its cute, simple, good storage, good organizers, perfect size for hanging around the city for a day. But the strap is really short, even at its longest setting. I'm 5'7": wearing it crosswise, it sits high on the waist--a good 3-4 inches above where similar bags like this sit on me.
letcy at REI on 11/14/2008