Customer Reviews

DadGear Messenger Diaper Bag - Route 66

5 star:		(7)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

My husband and I put this bag on our registry on a whim figuring nobody in their right mind would pay $80 for a diaper bag. We were thrilled when we received it at our shower. Our baby was born in mid December and we loved this bag. It went everywhere with us. It holds a dozen neborn diapers in the inside pockets, bottles, formula containers, toys, clothes and even a snall blanket depending on what else you've packed. the easy access wipes are great and I love that the changing pad stores in the back zipper pocket rather than taking up space in the main compartment.

The diappointing part was that it didn't hold up. The bag itself has held up pretty well even when filled to capacity (and then some). The strap however, has not. The webbing used to make the tabs that hold the rings where the shoulder strap hooks on (attaches) to the bag itself is poor quality and began to unravel and fray by late August. It was very frustrating. The only reason we had even considered this bag was that it was big and sturdy and would last at least a couple years. Instead, I had to purchase a new (inexpensive) bag from a local store in about eight months.

Assuming that we just got one of a bad lot and the rest are fine, I would highly recommend the bag. If, on the other hand, this poor quality webbing is the norm, I suggest you look elsewhere.

Was so looking forward to get my hands on this item and just received last week. H-E-A-V-Y is all I can say when I hold and carry the empty bag. Nice compartments and the material used truly of high quality and can see this bag will last for years to come.
Pros:
(1)EASILY ACCESIBLE DIAPER WIPE @ Front. I used this to put hand wipes since I like that it is at the front and easily accesible by myself, my husband and my 4.5 yrs old todler whenever we go out with the 6 months old baby. I bought a diaper changing kit by Especially for Baby from BabyRUs which is Black and made of same material, matches the bag PERFECTLY and toss it inside the zipper compartment where the diaper pad located, didn't like the diaper pad provided, TOO FLIMSY, NOT PRACTICAL!
(2)Material used for inside and outside of the bags are "tough" material, can see that this bag can last for a long time even w/ rough handling.


Cons:
(1)OMG, this bag is so HEAVY when EMPTY that once loaded w/ thermos, 2 baby bottles, formula dispenser container, diaper changing kit loaded w/ diaper and a travel case wipe as well as 1 set of baby clothing that it is REALLY HEAVY even for my husband.
(2)The stroller strap on ech side, the strap is made of ribbon like material and not enough width, can see that it will break soon if the diaper bag is kept hanging all the times on stroller w/ all the jugglings using the bag while hanging on stroller. Also, DIFFICULT to hang the bag onto stroller once the bag filled out w/ stuffs, all these due to the stroller strap is thin and the hook is a little small.
(3) Can't squeeze anything INTO the bag once you filled out things in the outside zippered pockets. Some how, this bag is designed to filled out INWARDLY and not stretchable outwardly.

IMPROVEMENTS FOR THIS PRODUCT:
(1) get rid of that FLIMSY diaper pad, UNNECESSARY!!! Replace this w/ a diaper changing kit that has the same size and great padding like Especially for Baby though unlike Especially for Baby diaper changing kit, made everything cover w/ fabric on the outside so that the diaper wipe case and diapers are enclosed w/ fabric on the bottom and the top is made of mesh. Don't mind that the manufacturer charge $10 or so more since getting this separately also the same price but it is so COOL to have a diaper bag w/ its separate diaper changing kit when you just need to change diaper only, you just take the kit and no need to open the bag for anything at all since the diaper kit has all you will for diaper changing.
(2) Made this into a backpack too so that it can be used as crossbody, shoulder and backpack.
(3) PLEASE PLEASE USE LESS DENSE FABIRC OR MATERIAL!!! THIS BAG IS SUPER DUPER HEAVY EVEN WHEN IT IS EMPTY!!! Do consider lighter material yet durable. Suggestion is to use those material that Tumi used in their crossbody bags which is SO LIGHT YET SO VERY DURABLE & STAIN RESISTANT AS WELL AS STRETCHABLE!!!
(4) Improvement needed in the stroller straps!! THIN & FLIMSY straps as well as difficult to hang on stroller after diaper bag is filled w/ stuffs. Design and material used for the stroller straps needed to be changed.
(5) Please consider making the flap of messenger bag be reversible like the sport bag too! Charge a little bit more if necessary as I would be willing to pay rather than getting another flap. One side is w/ design and the other side is solid w/ strip.
(6) Have a cell phone pouch some where outside the bag, either on the bag or strap.
(7) Need to be WIDER so that can put many things inside the bag.
(8) Include 2-3 mini color coded collapsable vynl cube-like containers that are stackable, w/ or without lids, so that one can store snacks and not be crushed or baby foods inside and able to locate it instantly.
Now, if all the above suggestions are included into the next generation of Dadgear Diaper Bag, would definitely give this a 5 Star Diaper Bag.

I originally bought this bag thinking of my husband, but I love it too!! We both love the design, it has a lot of storage space and is functional too. I really love the handy wipe container and changing pad in the back pocket! It's definitely durable and will put up with a lot of use! I would recommend this bag for sure!!

My husband picked this out for his Daddy Diaper Bag. It's made from a material that will be super easy to clean, it's adjustable strap is great for putting it on the stroller, and the design is super cool. Came with a changing pad inside and lots of pockets!

bought this bag for my husband. strap is meant to be worn over the shoulder (messenger style). I had hard time with it on shoulder. The wipe portion didn't really keep the wipes moist though. Lots of room. My hubby loves that he has a manly diaper bag! ^_^

Originally got this bag for my new baby and replace a larger diaper bag. The messenger bag is a good size to carry most items needed for going out with Baby and 1 toddler. Side pockets are great to store items that need to be access quickly. The wipes are located in an easy spot to grab when you need them without digging around to the bag. Only complaint is that the changing pad is too small. Would have liked a zipper pocket in the flap of the bag also. Excellent bag overall and will use it after the kids grow older.

This diaper bag is made of cheap plastic. For the money I felt that it should have lasted more than THREE WEEKS. Two hooks snapped off. The main material of the bag ripped. I am not wasted any more time on this bag buy anything else!!!

I've had this for my son since he was born and I am always short on space. I can hold a few smaller items, bottles, diapers, travel wipes, etc., but don't expect to get much more than that. There is a wipes container built in, but ours hasn't stayed closed on it's own since we bought it and it is kind of a pain to continue to fill and then replace when they dry out. My son loves the Gerber lil' crunchies (we call them baby cheetos), but it is too bulky to fit directly in this bag without bulging way out. We also pack a separate bag for my son whenever we travel anywhere for more than a day. There's no way to pack more than one change of clothes in this. It looks cool, but has some shortcomings.

This bag is PERFECT for those times when a guy says to his partner, "Go hang out with your friends, I've got the kid today." It holds plenty of wipes, diapers, a changing pad, and a couple toys if tantrums arise. I used this bag all over Tokyo with my kid in a Baby Bjorn and it worked out great. Plus, this DEFINITELY beats carrying some bulky pink or blue baby bag.

Great bag for baby and parent. Very durable, easy to clean and has a look that dad doesn't mind carrying. All in all very satisfied with this purchase