( 8 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 9 2009
A decent bag with two major design flows and low durability The bag is the only computer bag I have seen that lacks a back slip panel that allows fitting securely to a carry-on luggage handle. I thought this wouldn't be an issue, it is. Also, the shoulder straps connected to the bag by large clasps that dig into shoulders when used- why not use smaller metal clasps instead? (I assume cost) The durability on this pac is questionable. After 6 months of use the long metal springs used to give the pac its square bottom shape tore through their lining and proceeded to rip and snap. Pacsafe sewed the spot where the spring broke through, i had to pay for shipping. 2 months later the spring broke through again, then after 1 year of total use the hook of the combination lock metal clasp that holds the should strap to the bag broke. I didn't even bother asking pacsafe for a warranty repair/replacement after their responses to previous requests for repairs.
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Posted: Nov 30 2008
My husband and I each took Pacsafe bags on our trip to Europe this fall. I took the slightly larger Pacsafe 200 and he used the smaller Pacsafe 100 for his camera. The Pacsafe system provided us with a great peace of mind. We did not have to worry about our bags being slashed or the zippers being opened and our things being taken. In Barcelona at Parc Guell, my husband observed a pick-pocketing team in action. A young girl of about 10 years old walked over to me, looked at my purse and went back to her father and shook her head, as in "I couldn't get anything". That's proof enough for me that these babies work. The Pacsafe 200 easily held my iPod (the headphone passthrough is great!), cell phone, Canon A720 camera, several guidebooks, a bottle of water, umbrella, rain coat and plenty of other travel "comforts", as well as small purchases made along the way. There is an unprotected pocket on the back that lies against your body. This was great for items like maps and tour tickets that you wanted easy access to without undoing the tamper-proof zippers on rest of the purse. There is a top large section for bigger items, where I stored my rain jacket, camera and guidebooks. The front panel has two slots for electronics (iPod and cell phone) and some slots for pens, as well as a hook for your keys. There are two unprotected side pockets that you can slide a water bottle or umbrella into. I also used this for my camera in safer areas, when I wasn't taking pictures. I highly recommend the MetroSafe 200 for those who would like a little extra room for their items when traveling, without being weighed down by a huge purse or tote bag. It could be used as an everyday purse for city dwellers. We spent three weeks in Europe and never had to worry that our electronics or our money would be taken. This was well worth the investment to buy this purse for the protection, peace of mind and also functionality and organization that it provided. I will certainly use again when I travel, and it doubles as a nice personal item for the plane.
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Posted: Nov 11 2008
I bought this bag for a trip to Mexico and Europe. I was extremely pleased with the quality, safety and number of pocket sections. My only complaint is that the center compartment does not expand and could be a little wider also I could just about fit a mini umbrella in the side pocket but not a water bottle. I would recommend buying this keeping in mind the two downsides I mentioned.
