I have had one form of the speedy since high school! (and Im 37!) The speedy 30 is my favorite...yes it holds tons, and for me I always carry a bag with a handle and its always up on my wirst or forearm anyway so I have never had any problem shopping with 2 hands. Now, my mizi, deauville, and the pm get heavy but never my speedys. Its a simple structure. I adore them.