Carry it All with Yak Pak {Review & Giveaway}

Disclosure: I was provide the item photographed below at no cost in order to facilitate my review; however, no other compensation was provided.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Every Saturday, I take the girls to dance class.  I pack everything possible to keep them busy during each other’s classes – snacks, iPads, coloring books, crayons – you name it, I pack it.  Then I get to the dance studio and realize that my child is happy and entertained, but I forgot to bring something for myself.  Week after week I keep thinking that I should bring my laptop with me (you know, maybe catch up on my blogging?), but I’m scared that it might get damaged on the way to or from the studio.  I have a special laptop bag, but it’s so big and bulky that I hate carrying it.  And while my laptop could technically fit in my diaper bag, the bag won’t zip closed with the laptop in it…and I’m terrified that it might fall out and get damaged in transit.  So week after week, I leave the laptop at home and fall farther and farther behind in my blogging try to busy myself with other things.

But this week that’s changing!  Why you ask?  Because I just got my brand new Yak Pak Messenger Bag on Monday!

Originally started in a college dorm room in 1989, Yak Pak has been creating colorful, fun, and innovative bag options for decades.  They have a full line of backpacks, messenger bags, handbags, quilted bags, and just about any other type of bag you might need when you’re on the go, along with a complete line of accessories.  Now a lifestyle brand headquartered in New York City, Yak Pak may have grown up a bit, but they still strive to create bags that express your personality – that are an extension of you.  Think about it: Why carry a boring bag?

For my review, I selected the Heart Messenger.  While I originally picked this bag for the bright and cheery pattern, I got so, so much more than that – I got storage!  And trust me, if it’s one thing this mom needs in a bag, it’s storage.  For starters, this bag has a large main compartment inside, under the main flap.  This compartment easily fits a laptop, laptop cord, notebooks, binders, and folders, which makes it great for someone heading off to school.  Since I’m not going to school, I put my laptop inside the main compartment, and then added pull ups, wipes, and snacks…you know, all those things a mommy can’t be without.  And once you’ve filled that main compartment, there’s an additional area just outside to hold things like pens and pencils (or in my case, probably crayons), along with not just one, but 2, pockets which easily fit slimmer items like books, coloring books, or even iPad.

When you close the bag, it secures not just by the 2 velcro tabs that you can see above, but also a clip style closure at the very bottom.  Since my primary concern is the safety of my laptop, this is one of my favorite features.  The clip serves as an extra measure of protection so I don’t have to worry about my laptop or iPad falling out and breaking.

But wait – We’re not to the end of the storage options!  Once closed, this bag offers even more storage in two outside compartments, one with a zipper on the front and an open, non-zippered pocket on the back of the bag.  There’s nothing this bag can’t hold!

And to top it all off, there are two ways that you can carry this bag – using the adjustable and padded messenger strap (either across the body or over the shoulder) or by using the handle at the top.  For now, I’m carrying it over the shoulder using the messenger strap, and wow is it comfortable!  The padding on the strap really does make a difference.

Here’s mine all packed and ready to go for this weekend (can you tell I’m a little excited?):

The storage and versatility that this bag offer make it perfect for students heading back to school this fall, but also make it perfect for busy moms like me.  I know so many people who use messenger bags as diaper bags and this bag would certainly be good fit for that purpose.   And don’t worry, if you’re not as wild about the bright and cheery print as I was, that’s okay!  They have tons of options available for both men and women.  Make sure to check out all the color options by visiting the Yak Pak Website or liking the Yak Pak Facebook Page!

Want to win a Yak Pak bag of your own?  Great, because the the nice people at Yak Pak are offering one lucky reader a bag, messenger bag, or backpack of their choice!  Just enter using the rafflecopter form below and it could be you.  Good luck everyone!

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109 Responses to Carry it All with Yak Pak {Review & Giveaway}

  1. Angela M says:

    I like the Biggie Backpack! It looks fashionable and functional!

  2. Jackie says:

    These are adorable! Definitely something my daughter would love.

    I’m thinking the classic messenger bag but there are so many other products that she’d love too.

  3. Danielle Papsis says:

    I love the Biggie Back Pack. It would look cute for a boy, girl, mom or dad.

  4. Christina Swanno says:

    So cute! I like the Deluxe Messenger. I didn’t see the print in your blog post on the site, but as a huge fan of anything hearts, I’d say that’s my favorite one.

  5. Erinn A says:

    I like the Deluxe Backpack

  6. donna says:

    ohh. love this,. beautiful and functional. that’s what i need in a diaper/messenger bag

  7. Stephanie Phelps says:

    I love the Deluxe Backpack! They have awesome bags thank you for the chance to win!

  8. lisa gonzalez says:

    I like the deluxe messenger bag. They have awesome patterns!!

  9. Chelsea says:

    I love the deluxe backpac

  10. Jennifer Speed says:

    Like the Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote

  11. Nadene Adams says:

    I like the classic backpack

  12. K.Pugh says:

    The Cinch Sack is my favorite bag.
    Thanks for the chance.

  13. Claire Rheinheimer says:

    The classic messenger bag is very cool!

  14. rachel kratz says:

    natural canvas tote

  15. Jessica Snow says:

    I love the Happy Hearts pattern.
    Thanks for the giveaway! =)

  16. natasha severson says:

    DELUXE CAB LAPTOP TOTE

  17. Georgia Beckman says:

    I love the messenger bag in the blue/green owl print.

  18. Cheryl F. says:

    My favorite is the “Kito” Tote.

  19. Dorothy Teel says:

    915 Multi Heart Doodle Yak Pak clinch bag

  20. Ani says:

    I like the Deluxe Cab laptop tote.

  21. Kim Barnes says:

    I like the I like the Deluxe Messenger, the Deluxe Laptop tote and many many others.

  22. Tara says:

    LOVE the Deluxe Messenger Bag!

  23. Darlene Schuller says:

    I really like the Deluxe Cab Laptop tote!

  24. Beth Gallinger says:

    I love the Ikuko Crossbody!

  25. Talia says:

    I like the deluxe messenger bag (preferably in turquoise/green check!)

  26. eleanor says:

    Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote

  27. polly says:

    I like their Plaid Biggie Backpack

  28. AndreaH says:

    My favorite bag is the Biggie Backpack.

  29. chris z says:

    I like the deluxe messenger bag

  30. Ellen Anderson says:

    I like the Deluxe Messenger Bag.

  31. Sara Theissen says:

    Classic Backpack

  32. Maggie Fout says:

    I love the delux messenger bag in the pink owl print!!

  33. love the laptop tote, so cute~

  34. Ashley H says:

    I like the biggie backpack.

  35. Ashley Leonard says:

    I like the delux messenger!!

  36. Cheryl says:

    I really like the biggie backpack.

  37. Peppin says:

    I like the classic messenger bag.

  38. Victoria Carlson says:

    My favorite bag is the flap crossbody bag!!!

  39. Sherry Compton says:

    I like the laptop tote.

  40. Amanda Villalobos says:

    My son would love any backpack in the classic comic print…he is young so probably the classic.

  41. Samantha L. says:

    I like the deluxe messenger bag, and the wavy peacock print.

  42. Dena says:

    I like the deluxe laptop toe the best.

  43. Alycia says:

    I like the Neon Metallic Splatter print for the Deluxe Messenger Bag.

  44. Paol Trenny says:

    I like the messenger-bags

  45. Paol Trenny says:

    I like the DELUXE MESSENGER in wavy peacock print

  46. andie says:

    the multi-coloured zebra print backpack” for my daughter.

  47. emilynhr says:

    deluxe backpack 🙂

  48. samantha s says:

    My favorite bag is the BIGGIE BACKPACK

  49. Julia says:

    I like the delux messenger in green love owl.

  50. Gayle S says:

    I love the Deluxe Messenger Bag. It would be great to have in the Pink Zipper Stripe.

  51. Gayle S says:

    I love the Deluxe Messenger Bag. It would be great to have in the Pink Zipper Stripe.

  52. Brooke Adametz says:

    I like the messenger in owl love green

  53. Sam Stamp says:

    I love the Deluxe Messenger Bag! In the same print you got!

  54. Noreen says:

    I like the deluxe backpack

  55. Sacha Schroeder says:

    I love the butterfly cross body!

  56. Renae says:

    I like the deluxe messenger in the pink owl print.

  57. Natalie says:

    I like the deluxe messenger in the black plaid print

  58. Lisa A. says:

    Love the Deluxe Messenger bag – that would be my fave but I love them all!

  59. Sydney D says:

    I like the deluxe cab laptop bag!

  60. lori butler says:

    i love the the messenger bags in deluxe in black n white leopard print

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  62. Kim Pinch says:

    I would like a multi spin art deluxe cab laptop tote.

  63. Glenna F says:

    I like the Biggie Backpack.

  64. tennille says:

    the deluxe cab laptop tote

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  66. Jody Cook says:

    The Deluxe Messenger in Wavy Peacock is awesome! I have so many Yak Pak bags, I’d love to add another to my collection.

  67. Saver Sara says:

    I like the Deluxe Messenger bag

  68. melina r says:

    I like the Biggie Backpack.

  69. Shilo Beedy says:

    Deluxe messenger in cosmic comics maybe but would have to ask daughter to be sure if she would like that print

  70. Becca says:

    My favorite bag is either messenger bag in owl love green.

  71. Courtney says:

    I like the colourful leopard print lunch tote!

  72. Jennelle J says:

    My favorite would be the Deluxe Messenger, the bigger problem is narrowing down my favorite print, so many great ones.

  73. shirley says:

    I like the Deluxe Messenger Bag, and my goodness all the patterns they have.

  74. Cheryl says:

    I love the Gidget tote!

  75. Tammy Dalley says:

    Ohhh I love the Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote!!!

  76. Tiffany Drew says:

    I love the deluxe messenger bag in the owl print!

  77. lyndsay chae Deurmier says:

    i love the deluxe messanger.

  78. roger simmons says:

    My son loves the YakPak peacock print.

  79. Laura says:

    I love the Deluxe Backpack with laptop sleeve! I really need a bag for my laptop, and I always have preferred backpacks 🙂

  80. golden storm says:

    the Deluxe Messenger bag is my favorite

  81. The deluxe messenger! I also adore the eco tote.

  82. Andrea Amy says:

    i like the quilted messenger bag

  83. Jill Myrick says:

    I love the Deluxe Messenger Bag.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

  84. Bailey Dexter says:

    I really love the style of the deluxe messenger bag.

  85. Helen says:

    I like the nobu hobo

  86. Teresa Thompson says:

    Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote

  87. Sherry S. says:

    I love the Deluxe Messenger bag.

  88. Vonnie says:

    Love the Cab Crossbody. Very cute for my daughter!

  89. Lin Gorenkoff says:

    I love the retro comics backpack!

  90. Carolsue says:

    I like the Deluxe Backpack with laptop sleeve

  91. charityk says:

    Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote

  92. Lisa Garner says:

    I like the Delux Backpack.

  93. Jessica Cox says:

    I like the deluxe messenger bag in multi spin art

  94. Maegan Morin says:

    I really like the Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote!

  95. Breanne says:

    I like the Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote

  96. Diane S says:

    I love the messenger bag style, i like the deluxe style better due to the padded strap. i liked a lot of the patterns but so far my fave is the green owls.

  97. Hailie Jordan says:

    I like the retro comic messenger (:

  98. Francine Anchondo says:

    Cinch Sack

  99. Vanessa says:

    I like the Biggie Backpack in the Retro Comics print.

  100. Kayci Stanley says:

    I really like the Deluxe Messenger bag and the black splatter checker print.

  101. Marsha H. says:

    I love the ypq quilted messenger bag and the deluxe messenger.

  102. Michelle Tucker says:

    I like the Deluxe Cab Laptop Tote.

  103. Leslie Plunkett says:

    I like the basic tie dye backpack!

  104. D. Sinclair says:

    I want a messenger bag in neon metallic splatter!

  105. Tabathia B says:

    I like the messenger bag with the comics

  106. Kitty Iecvan says:

    I like the DELUXE BACKPACK WITH LAPTOP SLEEVE.

  107. Karen Propes says:

    Llike the deluxe messenger bag. Perfect for quick and easy on the go with everything you need.
    Thanks for the chance

  108. Nikki Lynn Hanna says:

    I like the Megu small hobo bag

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  109. Brenda Witherspoon-Bedard says:

    i like the gidget tote bag

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