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Review on Hynes Eagle Compression Expandable Organizer: Optimize Your Travel Accessories! by Kim Allen

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Light but strong

Just picked up two of these on a month long trip to the Galapagos and other overseas locations with a lot of packing and unpacking. I'm a seasoned traveler and I don't know why I didn't get something like this a long time ago. It was so easy to get organized and find things I'm not very good at. I've been thinking a little about how I packed and keeping it consistent throughout the trip so I don't forget how to pack my stuff into a packed suitcase. Once I had the system set up I was able to use the same "puzzle" method to pack my suitcase and it was very quick. I've bought several brands of compression cubes but these are my favorites and I'm glad I chose them. . They are durable, hold a lot of things and are a very nice color too. The best thing about these bags, in my opinion, is that they are virtually weightless. That means I'm not adding a few pounds to be more organized. Mesh tops let you see what's in each bag, which is a nice feature. There is a small handle to pick up or carry the bag, which I found handy, but I ended up never using it. to put it back in the same container as the clean ones, so I used a big bag for the dirty stuff. This slightly changed the overall configuration of the case, but everything still fit. I would suggest adding a plastic bag to the dirty laundry bag as the mesh will let some of the dirty laundry smell through. You might not have a problem with that, but I've dealt with mud, rainforest sweat, and lots of sand, so act accordingly. Some people complain about the flashing. Honestly, if they do, it's your own fault. As with many other zippered items, you must be careful not to let the material get in the way of the zipper. I had no trouble, but then my mom taught me how to close a sleeping bag by sliding my finger under the zipper to push the fabric away. To attempt.

Pros
  • Easy to install
Cons
  • There are other interesting options.