Rick Steves Veloce Bag

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Brand: Rick Steves
Model: RSK-42
Product features:

Made of 900d polyester
Measures 15" x 11" x 5"
Constructed of rugged, water-resistant fabric
4 bags in 1-carry by its hand grip, slung over your shoulder, worn on your back, or expanded
Great for vacation, communizing or as a school bag

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Customer Review: Versatile bag
Rating: 5 Stars

I originally purchased this bag for a trip but used it in the weeks leading up to it as my work bag and will continue to do so.

Pros:
- The main compartment has an internal notebook pouch. My guess is it could fit a notebook of up to 14". I can fit my 9" Aspire One in its own sleeve into the pouch and have room beside it for the power cable.
- It has no shortage of pockets. There are various internal and external pockets for whatever level of security/access you need.
- The buckle to secure the flap makes the small pocket underneath and the outer mesh pocket versatile. When buckled, it would be difficult for someone to grab something out of the mesh pocket and the zipper pulls on the small pocket can be situated so that someone would have to stick their entire hand under the flap to pick something.
- The outsize zipper pocket is good for maps or pamphlets when traveling
- The water bottle pouch is handy for extensive walking.
- It's a good size. It's not overwhelmingly large but the expansion zipper makes it larger if you need it to be. We were caught a few times in warmer-than-expected weather and I was able to fit a wool pea coat into the bag WITHOUT expanding it. It was crammed, but not impossible.
- It's convertible to a backpack, which can be more comfortable if you pack heavy stuff into the bag.
- The vertical configuration makes it less cumbersome. While most messenger bags have to swing to the back when you walk, this can be work at your side or in front if security is a concern.
- The shoulder strap pad is rubberized, which helps keep it from slipping. I was able to wear the Rick Steves Convertible Carry On as a backpack and wear this on my shoulder without having to continually pull it up from sliding.

Cons:
- None, really.

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Description of Rick Steves Veloce Bag

Start with the practicality of a messenger bag, add travel-friendly features and stir. Our full-size Veloce Bag can be carried by it's hand grip, slung over your shoulder, or worn on your back like a day pack and can even be expanded. This hybrid is equally comfortable for vacation travel, commuting or even as a school bag. KIVA's exclusive Rick Steves line of travel luggage and accessories is designed to be practical, durable and light weight - ideal for the frequent traveler, whether for Europe or cross-country. Each items' Rick tested features work to make every trip smoother and more enjoyable.