AmeriBag Small go Vinyl

Was looking for a back pack style bag for everyday use, not too sporty so that I can also use it during weekdays for going to work. I don't like changing bags everyday to fit my outfit... This sling bag is the one that fits my needs!! The vinyl gives a chic look. It fits all my basic essentials and it is comfortable to use on my shoulders or on my back. The material seems sturdy. I took one star off because it is not easy to adjust the length of the strap due to the thick material. There are a lot of compartments inside - I use one of them to fit my hand lotion - now I don't have to dig in the bottom of the bag to look for it. I also make use of the key hook for my badge at work. The 70% off from original price makes it a great deal!

I have just received this having ordered yesterday. That is a very good thing! It is very pretty and looks just as pictured! But don't fall for the "small" in the title. This bag is huge; at least by my standards. Maybe just large by someone else's. I am used to carrying crossbody bags that are usually around 10"Hx 8"Wx3"D give or take an inch or two. But lately have found even they cause my neck, shoulders. and back to hurt so I decided to try this. I like lots of pockets, zippered closures, outside pockets for phones (I carry two because of work), one shoulder strap, easy access, organization and this bag has it all. Getting in and out of it will take some getting used to as it has a zippered closure that runs the length of the bag on the edge parallel with the strap. The two flaps on the front are pockets (perfect for each phone) with magnetic closures but not the kind that has the indentation on one side and nub on the other that has to fit exactly into the indentation to close. These are just two flat magnets, one sewn into the flap and the other into the pocket so they "catch" as long as the flap is down. Great idea! On the back there is a slip in pocket with the same type of magnetic closure about half way down the bag. On the front of that slip in pocket there is a zippered pocket. The zippers all seem sturdy. There is a 6" deep pocket on the outside edge opposite the strap that will hold a small folding umbrella or 9 oz. water bottle. The water bottle I used to test this was cold and so it didn't slide well against the vinyl. I tried one that was room temperature and that was worse. It is very roomy and lots of pockets inside. There is a padded zippered pocket that holds my ipad air with padded case quite well with room to spare. My fear is that the bigger the purse the more I will carry and that will defeat the purpose of relieving the stress on back,neck, and shoulders. Time will tell. I am not sure how well I will like it once I use it. All of the pockets inside open toward the top of the bag; the top being the narrow end. But when the bag would be opened to get something out it would seem expedient to turn the bag onto its side so the the strap and zipper underneath are facing upward. I don't know yet if that will mean that anything in the inside pockets - that do not close by zipper - will fall out. I do wish it were just a tad bit smaller. I will give it five stars for now based on looks and organization alone. And yes, the strap is hard to adjust because the vinyl is thick and it sticks together as vinyl will. I don't see where that would be a big issue though unless something came up that I needed to adjust the strap in a hurry. I know it will make a great travel bag and am hoping that I will like it for everyday use too.

I like the bag, the organization and pockets, the comfort. But this cute vinyl bag is already peeling off the shiny red within a couple weeks of use.It is a great size and perfect other than that. I am very disappointed.

I am a longtime fan of Ameribags, and am thrilled with this latest addition to their array of products. It is, as usual, sturdily constructed and well designed. This new EVO version has magnets instead of velcro, which I think is an improvement...no need to be sure that the Velcro is lined up properly, which means nothing will slip out of the pockets. This "small" (actually, pretty large, but not overly so) bag has an extra little side pocket inside, and a large zipped pocket that can accommodate a tablet, Kindle, or perhaps a not too large book...or perhaps 2 or even 3! Just Great for travel.I like the fact that the strap is a little harder to adjust...on my older bags, I had to keep readjusting it because it would gradually enlarge itself from the weight of things inside. I love the bag's shiny look and its spaciousness; I love the way it's organized inside, and the light colored lining that makes finding things easy; and I especially love the way the weight of the contents seems to magically decrease when I hang the bag on my shoulder.AND it's on sale!!!! Great price for a really fine product. Highly recommended.

I MUST wear the Healthy Back Bag to be comfortable. Otherwise, I aggravate my back problems. and I get very uncomfortable. I usually carry the light-weight khaki style offered by Amazon. I thought that looked a bit too casual for certain occasions, so I ordered this variation.The bag is quite good, VERY shiny but has a nice look to it, and I'm glad I bought it. What other reviewers have said (about the difficulty in adjusting the strap) is true. I used pliers (I have small, jewelry repair plyers with two rounded gripping sides), and worked the strap gently to its shortest length. It did not take long. The interior design of the bag (with the staggered-pocket design of the other ergo-bags) is the same, and works the same way to make the that the bag feel light and easy to manage, even for a person with back problems.The PRICE -- VERY good, especially compared to other healthy back bags. Totally PLEASED with this purchase, and recommend it especially for people who want the Healthy-Back-Bag a bit "dressed up."