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Excited about Timbuk2 diaper hack

ellewoodsSCellewoodsSC member
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I was trying to research a diaper bag that was both practical and one that husband wouldn't be ashamed to lug around  (he is sooo picky and his favorite color is solid black) when I came across this Timbuk2 bag "hack":

https://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/cms/hackKits/diaper_bag.htm

We love Timbuk2 products and this bag is roomy and can last well beyond the baby years. 

I found a close-out cargo tote bag online at clearance prices (the newest line of totes don't have the long shoulder strap or attachments, so I preferred the older style). With the strap design, I think it would be easy enough to attach to a stroller as well.  So now I'm excited about customizing the bag with a few organizers and a changing pad and I think I'll end up with a durable, roomy, functional bag that doesn't scream "diaper bag".

The Medium is plenty big. I've seen few other posts with this idea, but I thought I'd share this for those who don't like conventional diaper bags and want to get a good deal on an older tote model with shoulder strap attachment.


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Re: Excited about Timbuk2 diaper hack

  • CrazyToastCrazyToast member

    While I adore my totebag that I designed from Timbuk2 - I would never pay that much, to then add those accessories. 

    I know some people spend a lot on a diaper bag - but it wasn't us.

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    Thats funny that they have a specific post showing what to add. I was planning on doing this with a messenger bag from them i have already. I bought a changing pad (10 dollars) and will maybe add a few other little organizers, but otherwise I think it should be fine as is. Much cheaper than going out and buying a new bag, even a cheap one!
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  • ellewoodsSCellewoodsSC member
    imageCrazyToast:

    While I adore my totebag that I designed from Timbuk2 - I would never pay that much, to then add those accessories. 

    I know some people spend a lot on a diaper bag - but it wasn't us.

    Yeah, I've played around on the website, customizing the colors on your own bag will easily put you over $100. But its a bag that's bombproof and versatile, well beyond the baby stage.

    I'm advocating buying a close-out model with an over-the-shoulder strap.  I got mine for $40 at an independent online retailer.

    With the addition of a changing pad and some organizers (est. $20)  I'm currently in the price range of a mid-level diaper bag at a baby store, but this one is far more superior in its construction and appearance and will be more appreciated by my DH.    

     

     

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  • RaquellyoRaquellyo member
    My husband just got the Timbuk2 HAL (backpack) and loves it.  He got a bunch of stuff at BRU the other day (changing pad, travel wipes, etc) and was demonstrating all the different compartments to me.  It was too funny....but he thinks it will work out great, and the quality of their products is apparently pretty great.

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