Travelon Anti-theft Classic Crossbody Bucket Bag

Nice size bag with multiple pockets for organizing. I like how the strap is not too wide. The bag itself is lightweight yet durable. The outer side pockets are expandable - good for a small water bottle or eyeglasses case. The color is nice. All the zippers worked well. Overall a useful bag for traveling.

I truly love this bag! One of the zippers broke on my first one--not because of poor quality, but because I snagged it on something (totally my fault). So, I got a new one just like the first one, and sold the first one at a garage sale. The two water bottle holders on the outside are great, and one can even be used for a small umbrella. The built-in security features (cable in strap and RFID protection) are perfect for travel, and I like the lightweight fabric and clip-locks on the main zipper compartments. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

This is the most user-friendly bag I have ever owned. Being a messenger style, it slips on and off very easily and is extremely lightweight, unlike my heavy leather bags. The main compartment is plenty big enough for my big (heavy) B-Mak wallet, and personal items, with room to spare. I love the see-through netted zipper compartment in the bag-I can actually see what is in there! I have yet to rummage through to find something, and that is highly unusual for unorganized me! The multiple outer pockets are so accessible, and I love the side pockets, which are expandable via zippers, making them even more versatile for not just water bottles. The quality is very good, zippers all work very smoothly, strap is very adjustable for any height/size of person (I'm only 5'2"). Yes, it is not a high fashion leather bag, and I did purchase this as a travel bag to take on my up coming sightseeing tour of New York, but I have been using it for over a month as an everyday bag, and I am spoiled by how easy it is to use and comfortable it is to carry. I am glad I got this size as it is not overly big but still substantial enough to carry essentials with ample extra storage left over for small purchases, a light sweater, gloves, hat, or whatever I might need to carry while on my trip. The break away strap has already come in handy at a restaurant or grocery store to attach to the chair, cart, if needed. I have not used the other security features yet in my small hometown, but will feel that my valuables to be very safe from pickpocketers in a big city. I will get rid of my wallet, reorganize my credit cards and cash in the proper places, and be ready to go with this comfortable bag. I am so happy I purchased this!

I got both the cross-body bucket bag and the classic messenger back to compare which one would work for me on travel/hiking trip. So far it can hold a good amount of stuff my stuff in each pocket without feeling too tight. I was able to fit my 26oz water bottle (3in diameter) in either of the side pockets but it was a little tight getting it in one side vs the other (probably just a manufacturing issue). Definitely could not fit anything with a greater diameter than my water bottle in either of the side mesh pockets. Even though my water bottle is longer than the average water bottle, I don't think it will fall out of the pocket (so far it hasn't but I will update once I have gone on my trip). I could also fit my keys, flashlight, pocket knife, portable tooth brush/tooth paste, headphones, nail kit, deodorant, combo lock, pens, chapstick, extra hair ties, small umbrella, sunglasses/case, portable charger and phone/watch charger case, mask, feminine hygiene products, iPhone 11pro, and large wallet (plan on utilizing the built-in pockets for this but wanted to see if it could fit) inside the bucket bag. The front pocket was fairly full but I could still get to everything without needing to take stuff out first. The middle pocket had some extra room if I wanted to put a second pair of sunglasses or something inside, but then it would be a bit packed in there. The back pocket had extra room that I could easily fit extra snacks or smaller items. I have not gone on my trip yet but I will try to remember to update this review afterward to report how the bag felt during the trip and how it held up with all the activities we plan on doing there. Weight-wise, it does get a little heavy (mostly if my water bottle is full) and since the strap is reinforced and a bitt stiffer, it isn't the most comfortable cross-body strap I have used. However, just a quick re-adjustment of the strap location every once in a while alleviates the slight discomfort and I have been able to wear it for a few hours in a row while running errands without it bothering me. If I could change anything so far (prior to taking it on my trip), I would like for the zip locks to be on the other side. I carry my cross-body bag on my right side (strap on my left shoulder) and having the zipper on the right side of the bag when it is closed is just an extra hassle for me as I need to move the bag a little more in front of me to unlock the zip locks with two hands instead of unlocking it with one hand. Overall, I think the back is aesthetically pleasing to look at for a travel bag, can hold a good amount of stuff without feeling overpacked, and the zip locks seem to be effective. If the strap was a bit more comfortable, the water bottle pockets a little bigger, and the zip closures flipped around then I would give this bag a 5/5 star rating. As far as comparing this cross-body bucket bag with the classic messenger bag: the messenger bag is a good bit smaller. It has a sleeker look to it but it can only hold my keys, flashlight, pocket knife, portable tooth brush/tooth paste, headphones, nail kit, deodorant, combo lock, pens, chapstick, extra hair ties, small umbrella (in the exterior mesh pockets only), mask, iPhone 11pro, and large wallet. It was also a much tighter fit with all of this stuff in it and would likely need to take stuff out of the middle pocket to reach the stuff at the bottom. My mom is planning to use this bag on our trip as she hasn't carried a purse in a long time and only plans on using it for holding a typical 16oz water bottle, glucose tablets, phone, sunglasses/case, and a tri-fold wallet. I don't have a 16oz water bottle to see if it would fit but my umbrella can easily fit in the side mesh pockets so I imagine it will fit fine. Worst case, I will end up carrying it in the second mesh pocket of the messenger bag. If you want something smaller, this bag will do just fine. Just do not plan on carrying anything in the side mesh pockets greater than 2in diameter (maybe 2.5in max).

This is such a fantastic purse! It has three different outside zipper pouches with the lock system on the zippers. It is of course a Travelon purse. Very comfortable with the long or short adjustable shoulder strap. I have many purses but this one is so small yet organized I have continued to use this one!

I have a couple of these Travelon bags, in different sizes. I got them because I had two vacations clmkng up this year - one domestic and one overseas. I took this bag in my luggage on my overseas trip, while I used a smaller bag on the plane. Once I got to my destination, this was my daily bag, large enough for my painting aupplies, if needed, and a waterbottle, with locking sections for my personal ID, money, passport, etc. I was particularly pleased with the length of the strap as I am rather fluffy and wanted to be able to use it as cross-body bag. While we were mostly based at a single secure venue, we did have a couple of tours that took us into towns and I was confident of the bag’s secure zippers, reinforced strap and bottom to keep my belonging safe. It was comfortable to carry, even weighed downwith water bottle and other paraphernalia. Some reciews I eead before purchasing it said the top was narrow which made it difficult to use. Yes, it is narrower than the rest of the bag - it is something of a security feature, I believe. I really had no trouble with it. It does have two side zipper mesh pockets for water bottle or small umbrella. I used one side for water and the other side to hold my clip on sunglasses case from dangling while I walked. For my phone, I have it on a lanyard and looped it through the bag’s strap then tucked the phone in the easy-reach open back pocket of the bag. It was against my body so my phone was doubly secured. Purple is my color and it is a beautiful rich purple! I definitely recommend it.

I've been looking for a travel bag that could hold my full-frame digital mirrorless camera with 24-105 lens, several small camera accessories (battery, UV lens), several personal items, plus a water bottle on the outside. Additionally, I wanted something that was lightweight, crossbody and wouldn't be overwhelming while walking distances on uneven surfaces with a group of tourists. Everything I saw online was either too large or too small and priced between $90 - $150 with either too many or too few features. I saw the same Travelon bag on Macy's site for $125; I paid $38!!! As an FYI to anyone looking for added camera protection, I added a 1" covered-foam liner to the bottom of the bag that works well. What I liked about this bag (besides the price): 1) It can be placed flattened in a suitcase, but expands to fit all the above-described camera equipment, personal items, and then some; 2) The strap is thick and sturdy; comfortable on the neck, adjustable, slash-proof for travel, and fits comfortably as a crossbody bag; 3) The side water bottle slots can be zipped shut when not in use but they expand to hold a bottle on each side, or a bottle on one side and an umbrella or similar item on the other; 4) The zippers move easily and the fabric of the bag is sturdy and well-sewn; 5) Either zippered external compartment can hold a cell phone; and, 6) All the anti-theft features. I purchased the nutmeg bag. The color is exactly as depicted in the Amazon site photograph. Great quality bag.

My original plan for my European trip was to take a backpack/carryon and a roomy no-name travel purse that I have owned for a couple of years and reviewed separately on Amazon. However, friends who had been to the same city I will be visiting told me how they had encountered a pickpocket there, and they recommended a Travelon purse instead. I already owned 2 of them and like the security features, but neither one had a water bottle pocket and that was important for this trip, so I searched for the largest Travelon purse that I could find. The dimensions of the Bucket Bag sounded good and it has 2 end pockets, but it arrived today and it is not as large as it sounds. For example, the bottom of the purse is 4" wide in the middle, but tapers to 2" wide at each end. The sides are sewn together at each end, I guess to make it close securely, but it cuts down on the usable space. The pockets on each end are interesting. When closed, they are flat against the end of the purse; you have to unzip them to reveal a stretchable mesh underneath that holds your water bottle in. Each will hold a 16.9 oz. water bottle securely, but the bottom of the pocket extends into the interior of the purse, reducing the usable space there. Inside the purse there is only one zippered pocket, plus a few open credit-card sized slots with RFID protection. Outside on the front of the purse there is one flat, open pocket plus the half-moon shaped zipper pocket. Inside that half moon pocket, there are two small pockets that I might be able to use for pens and either my pocket camera or my small phone. However, that pocket opens so wide that I would worry about those items and anything else I have in the pocket falling out. The flat zippered pocket on the back of the purse, the side I would wear toward my body, is more secure. I looked at it and thought "that is where I can store my Kindle!" It is plenty large for my 7" Kindle, but my 10" Kindle Fire is in a protective case and does not quite fit. The purse also smelled terrible when I opened the bag, but the smell is already going away (or I am getting used to it). Overall, I am disappointed that this purse will not hold everything I want to be able to access during a 12-hour plane ride. So now I've got to decide whether the security features are important enough to make me want to take it anyway, or whether I should send it back. I am disappointed.

I did lots of research to find an anti-theft travel handbag and finally chose this one. Tried out for a few days before testing on holiday but so far so good. Lovely colour (green) and large capacity with space and compartments for my essentials: sunglasses, Kindle, phone, cosmetics, sun hat, tissues etc. Zipped side pockets are great and hold my chubby water bottle plus mini umbrella but neatly close away when not needed. Some bags with side pockets didn’t look so supportive but this is excellent. Comfortable shoulder strap which adjusts to preferred length for shoulder bag or crossbody A bit fiddly but probably because of the extra strength. I won’t reiterate the safety features as they were listed clearly and swayed me to buy. A reasonable price for all the features when compared with other brands. Hoping it lasts well but initially I’m delighted with it. Some lighter colour options would be good for summer travels. We don’t always want black/navy which were common options amongst travel handbags.

Esta bolsa es genial para viajar. Es muy ligera y de material resistente y los más importante tiene sistema antirrobo.

Wenn jemand eine Tasche möchte, die gut vor Diebstahl schützt, dann ist diese Tasche perfekt. Und hübsch ist sie ganz nebenbei auch noch. Sehr empfehlenswert

I just bought and used this purse on my recent trip overseas. This purse is both stylish and secure and has lots of room to carry things around. I also like that it has a spot for water bottles, which I usually find annoying to carry by hand. I felt safe walking around with this purse in areas known for pick-pocketing. The safety latch on the purse is also quick and easy to use so you're not fiddling around trying to unzip your purse every time you want to take something out. This purse is definitely worth the price, I would recommend this for anyone looking for a secure purse for travelling.

This bag arrived very quickly, even though it came from the US. It seems very sturdily made, holds a ton of stuff and the additional side pockets are very unobtrusive, whether open or closed (with a zip). I particularly like the colour, which means that it can be used all year round. The discount on the full price was very good too!