My best packing tip

ProfNot · Jun 26th, 2008, 08:30 PM

My most valuable packing tip: use compressor bags for packing.

These are like big baggies but they have one-way air valves. You put clothes into the bag then squeeze out all the air.

They work like those magic storage bags you see on TV where you put blankets into a bag and then use a vacuum cleaner to suck out the air. But you only need to slowly sit upon these clothing-filled bags to expel the air.

Your clothes will wrinkle so pack in undies, socks, nightwear, and knits. Wrap your outer clothes around the stuffed bag for dresses, etc, with no fold lines.

I always take two bags: one for clean clothes, one for dirty. They are only $10 each!
http://www.magellans.com/store/Eagle...onsLP417?Args=

sonya · Jun 26th, 2008, 08:47 PM

I agree with this. I just bought similar bags and it halved the space in my suitcase!

I'm worried about the wrinkles though.... But I am going to quickly unpack.

Maryanne007 · Jun 26th, 2008, 09:23 PM

they sell them at target too! 3 bags for like $12!

Longchamp · Jun 26th, 2008, 10:14 PM

I love Eagle Creek Folders, they are a god send!!!!

http://www.eaglecreek.com/accessories/packing_folders/

I think the compressor bags are only good for return trip to put your dirty clothes in--- IMO!

Jun 26th, 2008, 08:30 PM	#1
ProfNot INFP Joined: May 2006 Posts: 1,035	My best packing tip My most valuable packing tip: use compressor bags for packing. These are like big baggies but they have one-way air valves. You put clothes into the bag then squeeze out all the air. They work like those magic storage bags you see on TV where you put blankets into a bag and then use a vacuum cleaner to suck out the air. But you only need to slowly sit upon these clothing-filled bags to expel the air. Your clothes will wrinkle so pack in undies, socks, nightwear, and knits. Wrap your outer clothes around the stuffed bag for dresses, etc, with no fold lines. I always take two bags: one for clean clothes, one for dirty. They are only $10 each! http://www.magellans.com/store/Eagle...onsLP417?Args=

Jun 26th, 2008, 08:47 PM	#2
sonya Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 4,559	I agree with this. I just bought similar bags and it halved the space in my suitcase! I'm worried about the wrinkles though.... But I am going to quickly unpack.

Jun 26th, 2008, 09:23 PM	#3
Maryanne007 Member Joined: Sep 2007 Posts: 400	they sell them at target too! 3 bags for like $12!

Jun 26th, 2008, 10:14 PM	#4
Longchamp Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,112	I love Eagle Creek Folders, they are a god send!!!! http://www.eaglecreek.com/accessories/packing_folders/ I think the compressor bags are only good for return trip to put your dirty clothes in--- IMO!