Tenba Shootout Large Shoulder Bag Review

With its outside Dimensions of 19 x 12 x 10 inches the Tenba Shootout Large Shoulder Bag is the biggest bag from the Tenba Shootout Shoulder Bags series.

The Large bag will fit 1-2 professional size SLRs with 6-8 lenses, flash and accessories, and it will also fit a medium format camera like with 4-5 lenses.

The outside of the shoulder bag is made of Water-repellent, dobby / diamond ripstop nylon, an excellent combination of light weight, weather resistance and durability.

Each interior access point is shielded by a weather-sealed, heavy-duty rubberized YKK zipper.

Running out the exterior shell are welded steel D-rings, that wont bend or break, no matter how much weight you put in the bag, and Duraflex clips that ensures years of reliable use even in extreme temperature conditions.

There are pockets on the front and side of the bag, to store and organize your various accessories, from spare batteries and memory cards to cables, compact disks and mobile hard drives. All of this pockets are sealed behind the same water proof YKK zipper that protect the main compartment, so your accessories stay just as safe and dry as your camera gear.

Inside the right and left pockets there is a midi wallet on one side, and a cell phone iPod pouch on the other. For faster access to your phone and memory cards the pouches can be removed from the side pockets and snapped on high to the handles of the bag or under the shoulder strap

A slim rear pocket is great for any kind of documents that you need to carry, plane tickets, magazines or maps of the world.

If you want to securely attach the bag to your rolling luggage or briefcase, a zipper at the bottom of the rear pocket quickly converts it into a trolley strap.

The bottom of the bag has two tide on straps for larger item that wont fit inside, ideal for a small tripod, umbrella or a jacket.

Behind the accessory pockets there are red zipper pulls that give you quick access into the main compartment of the medium and large size shoulder bag. These Quick Access doors, clearly identified by red zipper tabs, allows you to swap up lenses and instant retrieval of flash and other equipment through the side of the bag, all without opening the main cover.

Behind your spinning convenience, this will also help keep the inside of the bag dry in the wet weather, since keeping the top close will prevent the rain from falling in from above.

Each Shootout Shoulder Bag includes Tenba's exclusive Weather Wrap in the zippered pocket on the bottom; it's a fast, easy secondary rain cover that provides another layer of protection, when weather conditions are terrible.

But since it is completely removable, it can be drive properly when wet, cleaned when it gets dirty, and replaced if it gets torn or damaged

Inside the bag the fully adjustable, densely-padded divider panels allow a fully customization of the bag's internal layout. The soft brushed tricot lining will allow you to velcro the dividers in any configuration you need, and each divider is reinforced to provide a rigid protective structure between equipment.

Exclusive to the large shoulder bag is a convertible laptop compartment at the back of the camera section. The padded slot will fit most laptops up to 15 inches. For those times when you don't need to carry a laptop, the bag includes dividers that let you convert the laptop sleeve into additional camera storage

Shootout Shoulder Bags are available in three different color combinations: Black/Black (632-623), Black/Olive (632-621) and Silver/Black (632-622) and in three sizes: small, medium and large.

Outside Dimensions: 19W x 12H x 10D in./ 48W x 30H x 25D cm

Inside Dimensions: 17W x 11H x 7-8.5 in./ 43W x 28H x 18-22D cm

Laptop Compartment: 16W x 11H x 2D in. / 41W x 28H x 5D cm (Fits most laptops up to 15-inches)

Weight: 7 lb. / 3.2 kg

So, If you are looking for a Dslr Bag case that combine comfort and quick access to your gear, while keeping everything secure and protected, then the Tenba Shootout Shoulder Bags series can be the right choice for you.

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Review of Sun Mountain Zero-G Golf Carry Bag

Golf Carry Bag Reviews: Sun Mountain Zero-G

OVERALL RATING

SCORE: 94

GRADE: A

The Sun Mountain Zero-G takes top honors in our bag test due to its excellent all-around performance and the clever innovation of its belt strap. Sun Mountain has been toying around with ways to distribute the weight of the bag to the user's hips and legs, instead of the shoulders and lower back, and with the Zero-G, they've finally gotten it right. Comfortable, easy to use, what's not to like? Oh yeah, the steep price point. It may not be worth it to a limber 15-year old, but our middle-aged backs were more than willing to shuck out the extra cash. The additional amount you pay to Sun Mountain is a lot less than you'd otherwise have to pay to your massage therapist and your chiropractor...

Retail price: $229.99

CLUB STORAGE

SCORE: 91

GRADE: A-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G has a 6-way top that splits the club area into 6 sectors, but only two dividers run the length of the bag, so there are essentially 3 main club storage areas. The 6-way top divides each of those areas in two. We didn't have much of a problem with limited number of full-length dividers, although once in a blue moon, your clubs will get tangled (particularly if your grips are sticky).

LEGS

SCORE: 95

GRADE: A

We'll just repeat what we said about the legs on the Sun Mountain Superlight 3.5, since the Zero-G seems to have the same ones. Great legs! These are Stacey Keibler or Elle Macpherson quality gams we're talking about on the Sun Mountain bags. Wide rubber feet (the Stacey/Elle analogies have now ended) provide excellent stability, and the legs pop out easily upon setting down the bag. There is an element of independent suspension in the legs, in that they don't both automatically pop out the same amount, which is helpful when dealing with uneven lies. A Velcro strap can be used to lock the legs if the user is traveling or using a cart.

STRAPS

SCORE: 94

GRADE: A

Like most of its competitors, the Sun Mountain Zero-G features 4 adjustment points for the straps. The padding on the straps is excellent.

The distinguishing feature of the Zero-G, of course, is the hip belt, which we'll include as a "strap" for purposes of our review. Sun Mountain's previous effort at redistributing weight was its terrible "HUG" technology, which involved flipping down an ungainly foam-covered metal brace around your hips.

But with the Zero-G, they've figured it out. The new hip belt eases the weight of the clubs and the bag off of your fragile back and shoulders and on to the big muscles of your hips and legs. Users will feel the difference over the course of a round (particularly on hilly terrain).

Using the Zero-G's hip belt is a piece of cake - as with any other bag, you start by slinging it across your shoulders with the backpack straps, and then you simply fasten the padded belt strap around your hips with the Velcro that is located about where a belt buckle would be. Upon arriving at your ball, you pull the Velcro apart and set down the bag as you normally would. Occasionally, fastening and unfastening the Velcro belt is more trouble than it's worth (like when you chunk an approach shot 40 yards) - in those cases, users can just leave the belt unfastened.

If you are taking a cart or traveling and don't want to have to deal with the belt strap, you can easily slip the belt off of the bag and then use the "standard" backpack setup.

POCKETS/STORAGE

SCORE: 89

GRADE: B+

The Sun Mountain Zero-G features 7 total pockets.

1 large garment pocket runs along the right side of the bag, with 1 medium sized pocket and 1 small velour-lined waterproof valuables pocket (so your iPhone doesn't zonk when it rains!) both along the outside of the garment pocket.
1 medium-sized and 1 small pocket rest on the spine of the bag.
1 medium sized ball pocket is on the left side of the bag, with 1 additional beverage pouch along the outside of this pocket. One note - the belt strap interferes with access to both of these pockets when the bag is set on the ground - it's not impossible to reach them, but the user has to bend the belt strap out of the way. When the bag is on the user's shoulders and the belt strap is fastened, unfettered access to these pockets (and in particular the beverage pouch) is restored.
There's an additional pen holder along the spine of the bag, so if it wanted to, Sun Mountain could probably claim 8 pockets.The Sun Mountain Zero-G includes traditional straps on the right side of the bag for holding an umbrella and a ring for attaching a towel.

It's a very standard layout for pockets, but one that works well.

RAIN HOOD

SCORE: 83

GRADE: B-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G has the same convoluted rain hood as the other Sun Mountain and Titleist products. Securing the hood involves the difficult process of threading two Velcro straps through anchors on the front of the bag (instead of around the legs, which was our first guess), then snapping two buttons around the straps, and finally threading a final Velcro strap around the handle. As mentioned in those other reviews, we think Sun Mountain went a bit overboard with the security levels - the lengthy set-up process seems counterintuitive to the immediate goal of getting the clubs covered as soon as possible.

CARRYING IMPRESSIONS

SCORE: 96

GRADE: A

Boy did we like using the Sun Mountain Zero-G!

Weight. The bag weighed 5.6 pounds as tested (including the rain hood and the belt strap), about at the median of the competitors in our test.
Balance. The bag is evenly balanced across the shoulders.
Padding. There are two nice kidney bean shaped pads that nestle supportively into the user's lower back.
Handles/Straps. As mentioned in other reviews, one fantastic feature of the Sun Mountain bags is the handle that is integrated into the rim of the bag. The user simply grasps this handle with the right hand to place the bag securely on the ground (and activate the legs) and slide the strap off of the right shoulder in one simple motion. This became such a natural motion for us that we would search in vain for the same handle when testing other bags. STYLE

SCORE: 86

GRADE: B

86 / B

Style

About average in terms of the looks of the bag itself, the Sun Mountain Zero-G gets docked a little for style because, to be honest, the belt looks a bit dorky when it's unfastened. The Sun Mountain Zero-G comes in six different color combinations:

Red, with white and black trim (similar to the Louisville Cardinals)
Yellow, with black and white trim (Iowa Hawkeyes)
Purple, with yellow, black and white trim (some mid-major school MUST have this combination)
Blue, with red, white and black trim (Louisiana Tech)
Orange, with yellow, black and white trim (we're pretty sure NO school uses these colors)
Black, with just a hit of red piping and white trim (Cincinnati Bearcats)INNOVATION

SCORE: 95

GRADE: A

We just can't say enough about the belt strap. In our minds, it fundamentally changes the carrying experience, much like Izzo's development of the backpack strap did about 15 years ago. We look forward to seeing further innovation on this design from other bag manufacturers. The Zero-G also gets points for the integrated handle at the top of the bag.

COST/VALUE

SCORE: 90

GRADE: A-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G provides solid features and quality performance and the belt strap took it over the top and made it our favorite. Yes, it is the second most expensive bag in our test, at a hefty $229.99, but "value" doesn't necessarily just mean a low price. What our reviewers look for is whether the product delivers utility commensurate with the price, and our reviewers (and their lower backs) felt that the Sun Mountain Zero-G was well worth the investment.

Presented by Andrew B., one of the editors at CriticalGolf.com. For our complete set of golf bag reviews and for reviews and ratings of golf gps devices, golf laser rangefinders, golf push carts, iPhone golf GPS applications and more, visit http://criticalgolf.com.

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Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag Review

The Beige Plus Gucci Leather Handbag is one of the products in the Gucci 'canvas' bags family. This is a family it shares with among other bags, the Babouska Evening Bag Gucci Bag, the Gucci Bag, the Gucci Hobbo Series, the Joy Large Boston (193602) Gucci Bag and the Sabrina Red (189848) Red Gucci bag, among others. I am quite a bit fan of Gucci bags, which I have been using for quite a number of years now. But of all Gucci bags that I have gotten to make use, it is the Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag, which I only had the opportunity to use recently, that I have found myself most enchanted with.

When you first come across a Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag, the first impression you get of it is that it is an elegant bag. As name suggests, the main colors on it are beige and red. But the red is used very sparingly, lest the bag become too 'loud;' so that it is the beige (which is largely a 'quiet color') that comes out most strongly on the bag. The red only occurs on a strip towards the center of the bag, and on its handle; definitely making a statement but not 'dominating the show.'

Beige Plus Gucci Leather Handbag is quite a huge bag. At 17.7 inches in width, 15.3 inches in height, and 3.4 inches in depth, that is the only way you can describe this bag. These dimensions make it a darling for the 'large handbag' enthusiasts. It is also an ideal bag for ladies who may not necessarily be big handbag fanatics; but who nonetheless want a bag in which they can fit their wares quite comfortably.

The trim on Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is red in color, and is made from leather. The advantage of leather trim (as opposed, for instance, to synthetic-material based trim) is that leather trim is truly durable. This is important, for it is at the edges of bags, the points covered by trim, that bags tend to fall apart.

Contrary to what one would first expects, it turns out that Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is quite an affordable bag.

To make for comfortable carriage of the bag, Gucci provides the users of Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag with a handle, actually a double handle, made from leather through which the bag can be carried. A leather handle, in addition to being strong, is also remarkably comfortable to the hands of the person handling it.

The hardware on Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is made from a light tone of gold. The hardware we are looking at here includes the zipper (Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag has a number of zips, on the inside and the outside); which are the closure mechanisms Gucci provides the users of this bag with.

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Timi and Leslie Parisian Tote Diaper Bag Review

What is a diaper bag anyway? Is it solely a utilitarian means of conveying diapers? Is it the essence of motherhood or now should we say parenthood, after all, Sexiest Men Alive winners Brad Pitt and Hugh Jackman carry them? Are they discretely disguised sacks that hold baby essentials in non-baby like surroundings of elite board rooms and Cannes Film Festivals? Timi and Leslie Diaper Bags define baby bags as conversion bags that appeal to the woman in every Mom.

Angelina Jolie, Courteney Cox, Nicole Kidman, Christina Aguilera and even Jack Black are all fans of Timi and Leslie Diaper Bags while Jessica Alba was just recently seen strolling through Beverley Hills with one of their large signature carrying sacks full of all sorts of lush baby things. The strength of their mission as a company is the success of their baby bags as seen in the functional luxury of the Parisien Tote. Four elements make these luscious designer diaper bags must haves for celebrities, executives, and the rest of us divas.

Doesn't Look Like a Baby Bag

No one, not even another celebrity mom would have even the merest inkling that Timi and Leslie Diaper Bags Parisien Tote had anything to do with soiled diapers. For many busy mothers, the convenience of having a diaper bag that can duplicate as a handbag, laptop/briefcase, haversack/pack pack has turned into a critical necessity of life. There is insufficient time to constantly transfer cell, keys, laptop, makeup bag etc. from one bag to the other so one bag needs to work for the entire day no matter what activities you are involved in. The Parisien, especially in red, is a high gloss patent leather dream bag that can take you to the market, the board room, and into an evening at the theatre.

Works Like a Baby Bag

Timi and Leslie Diaper Bags has developed a revolutionary concept for their bags; a conversion kit. Yes, their conversion bags convert from highly organized baby bags to sophisticated purses as simply as zipping and un-zipping. Each bag contains:

o    Removable Shoulder Strap

o    Adjustable Stroller Straps

o    Waterproof Lining

o    Bottle Tote

o    Changing Pads

o    Wristlet

o    Elasticized Inner Pockets

o    Easy Access Key Holder (which can double for baby's pacifier)

At 15" H x 16" W x 5.5" D, you can carry your laptop or your script and still have room for baby.

Attractive, Baby Bag or Not

Women prefer to have beautiful adornments, accessories, apparel, and baby bags. The Parisien, in Black, Chocolate, or Red, is a fashion statement no matter whether you were in London, Paris, Milan, or strolling down Madison Ave. or Rodeo Dr. The sleek lines, high quality leather, and superb craftsmanship will turn heads everywhere you go, and not because there is a diaper peeking out.   

Summary

Though this many not be a beach bag, Timi and Leslie Diaper Bags Parisien can go to the beach if you really had to. The patent leather is a little heavier than other fabrics, but the shoulder and stroller straps relieve the baby burden from Mom's back. If price was a concern for you, then you may balk at $300 for a baby bag, whereas for a designer hand back, this is a steal. After all, once baby has outgrown the tote, it is yours forever. 

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Designer Diaper Bags - Summer 2009 Review

Summer is heating up and designer diaper bags are even hotter yet. Scorching pinks, fiery reds, and burning oranges have taken over from the misty shades of spring. Designers across the board have emboldened their designs with outrageous flourishes of color. We chose the best of the best in each color and had so much difficulty choosing only one for each because these designer diaper bags are so luscious that we had to give you two.

Pink Designer Diaper Bags 

These two baby bags are so cool they'll scorch you. Storksak Elizabeth Blush is one of the most beautiful all leather bags, diaper or not, ever made. Sumptuous pink leather, elegant design, and all the quality and trimmings we have come to expect from this high class designer. The wipe clean compartments actually pop out so that you can have more room for your laptop, toys for baby, or any other essential.   

The icy pink of the Fleurville Luxe Diaper Big will melt your heart. This is a fabulous water-proofed pebble grain leather handbag that accommodates baby diapers and bottles. Seam sealed inside, with removable insulated bottle holder, see-through wipe case, and storage bag, this bag is baby's only when you say so.

Red Designer Diaper Bags 

Timi and Leslie are sizzling this season. Pinks, reds, and brilliant yellows are vying for the spotlight they used to reserve for their classic black. The Parisien in Red will set fire to your fashion purse passions. Never was it more evident that Timi and Leslie design for the woman in every mom. The high gloss red patent leather tote is luxury personified. As with our other bags, the Parisien is not reserved for baby alone. The bottle tote, change pad, and shoulder strap are removable while the stroller straps are cleverly disguised in the design.

Ramalama Stevie Scarlet will set your heart on fire. Luxuriantly soft scarlet Italian leather transforms this casual messenger style diaper bag into a designer dream. Ramalama Stevie has all the basic components necessary for a great baby bag, but what is truly outstanding is that this purse is 100% handmade.

Orange Designer Diaper Bags 

In summer, we associate orange with mango smoothies and frothy frozen tangerine ices. Not so for OiOi's Orange Leather Hobo which is so hot it will burn its way into your heart. This sleek Hobo is a must for Moms who like to stay in the height of fashion especially when toting baby and is complete with adjustable leather shoulder strap, fixed stroller straps, insulated bottle holder, deep pockets, zip top wet purse and a hard wipes case. 

Fire and Ice; that is the nature of this gorgeous baby bag by Mom designer Reese Li. The Orange Genie Lexington Baby Bag in Canvas looks so good it sets fire to your taste buds like an orange and vanilla swirl ice cream. Reese Li bags are proudly made in the USA from laminated sustainable cotton fabrics with low impact dyes. These are the best organized and well thought out baby bags that easily integrate with Mommy's business day.

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Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag Review

The Beige Plus Gucci Leather Handbag is one of the products in the Gucci 'canvas' bags family. This is a family it shares with among other bags, the Babouska Evening Bag Gucci Bag, the Gucci Bag, the Gucci Hobbo Series, the Joy Large Boston (193602) Gucci Bag and the Sabrina Red (189848) Red Gucci bag, among others. I am quite a bit fan of Gucci bags, which I have been using for quite a number of years now. But of all Gucci bags that I have gotten to make use, it is the Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag, which I only had the opportunity to use recently, that I have found myself most enchanted with.

When you first come across a Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag, the first impression you get of it is that it is an elegant bag. As name suggests, the main colors on it are beige and red. But the red is used very sparingly, lest the bag become too 'loud;' so that it is the beige (which is largely a 'quiet color') that comes out most strongly on the bag. The red only occurs on a strip towards the center of the bag, and on its handle; definitely making a statement but not 'dominating the show.'

Beige Plus Gucci Leather Handbag is quite a huge bag. At 17.7 inches in width, 15.3 inches in height, and 3.4 inches in depth, that is the only way you can describe this bag. These dimensions make it a darling for the 'large handbag' enthusiasts. It is also an ideal bag for ladies who may not necessarily be big handbag fanatics; but who nonetheless want a bag in which they can fit their wares quite comfortably.

The trim on Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is red in color, and is made from leather. The advantage of leather trim (as opposed, for instance, to synthetic-material based trim) is that leather trim is truly durable. This is important, for it is at the edges of bags, the points covered by trim, that bags tend to fall apart.

Contrary to what one would first expects, it turns out that Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is quite an affordable bag.

To make for comfortable carriage of the bag, Gucci provides the users of Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag with a handle, actually a double handle, made from leather through which the bag can be carried. A leather handle, in addition to being strong, is also remarkably comfortable to the hands of the person handling it.

The hardware on Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag is made from a light tone of gold. The hardware we are looking at here includes the zipper (Beige Plus Red Gucci Leather Handbag has a number of zips, on the inside and the outside); which are the closure mechanisms Gucci provides the users of this bag with.

Review of Sun Mountain Zero-G Golf Carry Bag

Golf Carry Bag Reviews: Sun Mountain Zero-G

OVERALL RATING
SCORE: 94
GRADE: A

The Sun Mountain Zero-G takes top honors in our bag test due to its excellent all-around performance and the clever innovation of its belt strap. Sun Mountain has been toying around with ways to distribute the weight of the bag to the user's hips and legs, instead of the shoulders and lower back, and with the Zero-G, they've finally gotten it right. Comfortable, easy to use, what's not to like? Oh yeah, the steep price point. It may not be worth it to a limber 15-year old, but our middle-aged backs were more than willing to shuck out the extra cash. The additional amount you pay to Sun Mountain is a lot less than you'd otherwise have to pay to your massage therapist and your chiropractor...

Retail price: $229.99

CLUB STORAGE
SCORE: 91
GRADE: A-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G has a 6-way top that splits the club area into 6 sectors, but only two dividers run the length of the bag, so there are essentially 3 main club storage areas. The 6-way top divides each of those areas in two. We didn't have much of a problem with limited number of full-length dividers, although once in a blue moon, your clubs will get tangled (particularly if your grips are sticky).

LEGS
SCORE: 95
GRADE: A

We'll just repeat what we said about the legs on the Sun Mountain Superlight 3.5, since the Zero-G seems to have the same ones. Great legs! These are Stacey Keibler or Elle Macpherson quality gams we're talking about on the Sun Mountain bags. Wide rubber feet (the Stacey/Elle analogies have now ended) provide excellent stability, and the legs pop out easily upon setting down the bag. There is an element of independent suspension in the legs, in that they don't both automatically pop out the same amount, which is helpful when dealing with uneven lies. A Velcro strap can be used to lock the legs if the user is traveling or using a cart.

STRAPS
SCORE: 94
GRADE: A

Like most of its competitors, the Sun Mountain Zero-G features 4 adjustment points for the straps. The padding on the straps is excellent.

The distinguishing feature of the Zero-G, of course, is the hip belt, which we'll include as a "strap" for purposes of our review. Sun Mountain's previous effort at redistributing weight was its terrible "HUG" technology, which involved flipping down an ungainly foam-covered metal brace around your hips.

But with the Zero-G, they've figured it out. The new hip belt eases the weight of the clubs and the bag off of your fragile back and shoulders and on to the big muscles of your hips and legs. Users will feel the difference over the course of a round (particularly on hilly terrain).

Using the Zero-G's hip belt is a piece of cake - as with any other bag, you start by slinging it across your shoulders with the backpack straps, and then you simply fasten the padded belt strap around your hips with the Velcro that is located about where a belt buckle would be. Upon arriving at your ball, you pull the Velcro apart and set down the bag as you normally would. Occasionally, fastening and unfastening the Velcro belt is more trouble than it's worth (like when you chunk an approach shot 40 yards) - in those cases, users can just leave the belt unfastened.

If you are taking a cart or traveling and don't want to have to deal with the belt strap, you can easily slip the belt off of the bag and then use the "standard" backpack setup.

POCKETS/STORAGE
SCORE: 89
GRADE: B+

The Sun Mountain Zero-G features 7 total pockets.
1 large garment pocket runs along the right side of the bag, with 1 medium sized pocket and 1 small velour-lined waterproof valuables pocket (so your iPhone doesn't zonk when it rains!) both along the outside of the garment pocket. 1 medium-sized and 1 small pocket rest on the spine of the bag. 1 medium sized ball pocket is on the left side of the bag, with 1 additional beverage pouch along the outside of this pocket. One note - the belt strap interferes with access to both of these pockets when the bag is set on the ground - it's not impossible to reach them, but the user has to bend the belt strap out of the way. When the bag is on the user's shoulders and the belt strap is fastened, unfettered access to these pockets (and in particular the beverage pouch) is restored. There's an additional pen holder along the spine of the bag, so if it wanted to, Sun Mountain could probably claim 8 pockets.The Sun Mountain Zero-G includes traditional straps on the right side of the bag for holding an umbrella and a ring for attaching a towel.

It's a very standard layout for pockets, but one that works well.

RAIN HOOD
SCORE: 83
GRADE: B-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G has the same convoluted rain hood as the other Sun Mountain and Titleist products. Securing the hood involves the difficult process of threading two Velcro straps through anchors on the front of the bag (instead of around the legs, which was our first guess), then snapping two buttons around the straps, and finally threading a final Velcro strap around the handle. As mentioned in those other reviews, we think Sun Mountain went a bit overboard with the security levels - the lengthy set-up process seems counterintuitive to the immediate goal of getting the clubs covered as soon as possible.

CARRYING IMPRESSIONS
SCORE: 96
GRADE: A

Boy did we like using the Sun Mountain Zero-G!
Weight. The bag weighed 5.6 pounds as tested (including the rain hood and the belt strap), about at the median of the competitors in our test. Balance. The bag is evenly balanced across the shoulders. Padding. There are two nice kidney bean shaped pads that nestle supportively into the user's lower back. Handles/Straps. As mentioned in other reviews, one fantastic feature of the Sun Mountain bags is the handle that is integrated into the rim of the bag. The user simply grasps this handle with the right hand to place the bag securely on the ground (and activate the legs) and slide the strap off of the right shoulder in one simple motion. This became such a natural motion for us that we would search in vain for the same handle when testing other bags. STYLE
SCORE: 86
GRADE: B
86 / B

Style
About average in terms of the looks of the bag itself, the Sun Mountain Zero-G gets docked a little for style because, to be honest, the belt looks a bit dorky when it's unfastened. The Sun Mountain Zero-G comes in six different color combinations:
Red, with white and black trim (similar to the Louisville Cardinals) Yellow, with black and white trim (Iowa Hawkeyes) Purple, with yellow, black and white trim (some mid-major school MUST have this combination) Blue, with red, white and black trim (Louisiana Tech) Orange, with yellow, black and white trim (we're pretty sure NO school uses these colors) Black, with just a hit of red piping and white trim (Cincinnati Bearcats)INNOVATION
SCORE: 95
GRADE: A

We just can't say enough about the belt strap. In our minds, it fundamentally changes the carrying experience, much like Izzo's development of the backpack strap did about 15 years ago. We look forward to seeing further innovation on this design from other bag manufacturers. The Zero-G also gets points for the integrated handle at the top of the bag.

COST/VALUE
SCORE: 90
GRADE: A-

The Sun Mountain Zero-G provides solid features and quality performance and the belt strap took it over the top and made it our favorite. Yes, it is the second most expensive bag in our test, at a hefty $229.99, but "value" doesn't necessarily just mean a low price. What our reviewers look for is whether the product delivers utility commensurate with the price, and our reviewers (and their lower backs) felt that the Sun Mountain Zero-G was well worth the investment.

Designer Diaper Bags - Summer 2009 Review

Summer is heating up and designer diaper bags are even hotter yet. Scorching pinks, fiery reds, and burning oranges have taken over from the misty shades of spring. Designers across the board have emboldened their designs with outrageous flourishes of color. We chose the best of the best in each color and had so much difficulty choosing only one for each because these designer diaper bags are so luscious that we had to give you two.

Pink Designer Diaper Bags 

These two baby bags are so cool they'll scorch you. Storksak Elizabeth Blush is one of the most beautiful all leather bags, diaper or not, ever made. Sumptuous pink leather, elegant design, and all the quality and trimmings we have come to expect from this high class designer. The wipe clean compartments actually pop out so that you can have more room for your laptop, toys for baby, or any other essential.   

The icy pink of the Fleurville Luxe Diaper Big will melt your heart. This is a fabulous water-proofed pebble grain leather handbag that accommodates baby diapers and bottles. Seam sealed inside, with removable insulated bottle holder, see-through wipe case, and storage bag, this bag is baby's only when you say so.

Red Designer Diaper Bags 

Timi and Leslie are sizzling this season. Pinks, reds, and brilliant yellows are vying for the spotlight they used to reserve for their classic black. The Parisien in Red will set fire to your fashion purse passions. Never was it more evident that Timi and Leslie design for the woman in every mom. The high gloss red patent leather tote is luxury personified. As with our other bags, the Parisien is not reserved for baby alone. The bottle tote, change pad, and shoulder strap are removable while the stroller straps are cleverly disguised in the design.

Ramalama Stevie Scarlet will set your heart on fire. Luxuriantly soft scarlet Italian leather transforms this casual messenger style diaper bag into a designer dream. Ramalama Stevie has all the basic components necessary for a great baby bag, but what is truly outstanding is that this purse is 100% handmade.

Orange Designer Diaper Bags 

In summer, we associate orange with mango smoothies and frothy frozen tangerine ices. Not so for OiOi's Orange Leather Hobo which is so hot it will burn its way into your heart. This sleek Hobo is a must for Moms who like to stay in the height of fashion especially when toting baby and is complete with adjustable leather shoulder strap, fixed stroller straps, insulated bottle holder, deep pockets, zip top wet purse and a hard wipes case. 

Fire and Ice; that is the nature of this gorgeous baby bag by Mom designer Reese Li. The Orange Genie Lexington Baby Bag in Canvas looks so good it sets fire to your taste buds like an orange and vanilla swirl ice cream. Reese Li bags are proudly made in the USA from laminated sustainable cotton fabrics with low impact dyes. These are the best organized and well thought out baby bags that easily integrate with Mommy's business day.