Ladies, are you bringing a bag to Lolla?

ACCBootlegGoddess

You know I'm stuck on that too cause I also wanna bring in some water too.

I just dunno that a fannypack would be large enough to carry all that I'll need for a day in the sun.

Foxy Mop

luvistower wrote:

i'm carrying a backpack or messenger bag
it will contain
cell phone
water
sunscreen
mini-umbrella
hand sanitizer
toliet paper (don't laugh when the port-o-potties dont have any on sunday)
assorted snacks
other stuff that would normally be in my purse (keys, lighter etc...)
and probably all of marty's stuff, too
s'ok tho'
he'll probably be the one carrying the bag around

Damn, I didn't even think of half that stuff. Got to rethink the plan now. Hmm.

northcountrygirl wrote:

I wouldn't try if I were you. I went to Boston for the Vote for change tour and could not go in with my bag. Since I came from Montreal by bus and did not stay at an hotel, I had no place to drop it. I had to run like a mad woman before the show to try to find a place to leave it. I was lucky emough to find a nice guy at a parking place you kept it in his booth during the show.

Lolla will let you bring in a bag, though they will probably do a lookieloo through it, so no worries there...

Evil Closet Monkey wrote:

you know the gender of these kind and the crap they need....

Yeah. $5 says I'll end up carrying something of yours by the end of the weekend.

answers are fatal wrote:

im gonna bring something like this to carry all my stuff in.

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l226/pearljam23/nikeback.jpg

I like those, but again, the sweaty factor, and I have a tendency to break those things. Don't ask me how, but I'm kinda klutzy

lojix wrote:

My wife bought a bag at utilitywear.com . You should check out their site, they have some pretty cool "fanny packs".

YOU are my new best friend. They have some COOL SHIT!!!!! Thanks so much for the link!

If you're at Lolla, look for me - I may just be wearing one of those lil' utility things and I'll buy ya a beer!

(cause I was totally planning on taking my 80's fannypack and tricking it out with rivets and grommets and pins and patches!)

Foxy Mop

Ok.. seriously, how cute is this: http://images.etsy.com/all_images/f/fbd/202/il_fullxfull.9421788.jpg

Color: Black
Fabric: 100% Heavy cotton canvas
Dimension: 11.5"w 4.75"h

Features:
* adjustable belt fits 28"-48"
* seperate cell phone/PDA compartment- fit's up to 4.5"h
2.25"w
1" d
* Outside zippered compartment,accessible and secure
* 2nd inside compartment with velcro closure for more room
* metal snap closure
* Machine washable/cold water/ hang-dry

Shipping:
* orders will usually ship within 2 business days upon receipt of payment.
* email confirmation will be sent before shipping.

Contact info:
* email - info@utilitywear.com
* phone - (305) 924-5116

Sharon_Hearts_PJ

Ok, those utility things are pretty freaking sweet. I won't even be at Lolla, but I'd consider buying one for any future shows I attend. I usually bring a messenger-style to shows, b/c I can't stand shoulder-bags unless it's for short periods, and backpacks give me the sweaty back issue too. But messenger bags can be annoying after a while as well.

Thanks for that link!

decides2dream

personally, i would go out of my MIND having something strapped around my waist, or hanging on my hips. i think it would be WORSE in a crushed crowd, and way too easy for someone to take shit out unnoticed by you, but that's just me. i am partial to the shoulder bag b/c i find it relatively comfortable/easy to wear cross-over....and yea, i like having my shit in front of me, not on my side...no behind me...and lawd no...not hanging on my hips/arse...yikes! hahaha. but coolness if that works for you all!

panthergirl

i'm carrying a bag...it's a purse of sorts, but canvas, lightweight, army-ish and slings over the shoulders.
i'll need to have my phone, camera, sunscreen, tylenol, eye drops, tissues, etc etc...
and a place to put anything i may buy.. like a shirt or something.


i can't deal with a fanny-pack and i'll need to bring my 'stuff'

ACCBootlegGoddess

Foxy Mop wrote:

Ok.. seriously, how cute is this: http://images.etsy.com/all_images/f/fbd/202/il_fullxfull.9421788.jpg

Color: Black
Fabric: 100% Heavy cotton canvas
Dimension: 11.5"w 4.75"h

Features:
* adjustable belt fits 28"-48"
* seperate cell phone/PDA compartment- fit's up to 4.5"h
2.25"w
1" d
* Outside zippered compartment,accessible and secure
* 2nd inside compartment with velcro closure for more room
* metal snap closure
* Machine washable/cold water/ hang-dry

Shipping:
* orders will usually ship within 2 business days upon receipt of payment.
* email confirmation will be sent before shipping.

Contact info:
* email - info@utilitywear.com
* phone - (305) 924-5116

Thats pretty cute BUT it still wouldn't hold everything I need.

my camera alone would be too big for that. Then there is sunscreen, water, tylenol.
Someone else made an excellent point that there is nowhere to put merch.

I like it, and would use it if this wasn't an ALL day thing.

Foxy Mop

13PJ13 wrote:

Ok, those utility things are pretty freaking sweet. I won't even be at Lolla, but I'd consider buying one for any future shows I attend. I usually bring a messenger-style to shows, b/c I can't stand shoulder-bags unless it's for short periods, and backpacks give me the sweaty back issue too. But messenger bags can be annoying after a while as well.

Thanks for that link!

I like the messenger style, but when ya bounce at shows it slaps against you annoyingly too...

decides2dream wrote:

personally, i would go out of my MIND having something strapped around my waist, or hanging on my hips. i think it would be WORSE in a crushed crowd, and way too easy for someone to take shit out unnoticed by you, but that's just me. i am partial to the shoulder bag b/c i find it relatively comfortable/easy to wear cross-over....and yea, i like having my shit in front of me, not on my side...no behind me...and lawd no...not hanging on my hips/arse...yikes! hahaha. but coolness if that works for you all!

I like my stuff in front too.. I think that's a NY thing (or at least anyone who's had to ride subways/walk in crowds/etc. Maybe I can hang the thing like an apron over my lady parts


*edit*

If anyone's crafty, ya can make your own - any size too!
http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=31379


This one holds water bottles!
http://www.amazon.com/High-Sierra-Talus-Waistpack-Cadmium/dp/B000H866AS/ref=pd_bbs_12/104-6389766-7180756?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1185602257&sr=8-12

Detroit2NYC

Foxy Mop wrote:

I've been thinking about this all week. I hate having to carry a shoulder bag/purse/whatever, but I don't want to stuff my pockets......car keys, wallet, cell phone, camera, sunscreen, sunglasses, gum, antibacterial stuff, lip gloss, etc.

I've been seriously considering bustin' out my fanny pack from the '80's and using that thing. Bad idea?

So my question is, are you bringing a bag? What's the alternative? (besides ditching half that stuff)

last year I had a messenger bag big enough for bottled water, sun screen, toilet paper, hand sanitizer, wallet, sun glasses, etc. It worked perfectly.

This year, in anticipation of lolla, I DID buy an UPDATED fanny pack, made by Northface, and totally acceptable (I wore it last week to a Lemonheads show) but I'll probably not use it for Lolla weekend because its not really big enough for all my supplies. I like to be prepared for any situation, and the fanny pack, although current in New York high schools, and indie rock clubs, isn't big enough.

Kushikushun

Great thread...what a refreshment from all the Vic stuff...
I am thinking I'll let my bf carry the f-pack

To the European concerts I brought a simple plastic bag, but as I was at the barrier this wasnt a problem. Just left the bag between my feet. I always bring food and if possible drinks, bc you really need that when you are at the front all day waiting for your favorite band to do a 4 hour show to satisfy their poor fans who couldnt get in the Vic (like me).

Oop, all of a sudden I just the word Vic...:eek:

Sorry!

iamica

I'm not bringing a bag. I plan on trying to get up front, so trying to carry my purse with me while getting crushed would be a bad idea. I'll stuff a few things in my pockets and bring a bottle of water.

Bad Habit 48

I don't know what my wife will bring. She has been saying she needs to make with with some of you lovely ladies because one i get there I will not move from the front.

luvisatower

Lolla will have a bag valet
place to check your bag
dunno how much it'll cost but there will be one there
found this out whilst purusing lolla board
for what it's worth

Jesika537

luvistower wrote:

i'm carrying a backpack or messenger bag
it will contain
cell phone
water
sunscreen
mini-umbrella
hand sanitizer
toliet paper (don't laugh when the port-o-potties dont have any on sunday)
assorted snacks
other stuff that would normally be in my purse (keys, lighter etc...)
and probably all of marty's stuff, too
s'ok tho'
he'll probably be the one carrying the bag around

I am planning on doing the same but under prohibited items it says "large or framed backpacks". Does anyone know waht they consider large???

luvisatower

Jesika537 wrote:

I am planning on doing the same but under prohibited items it says "large or framed backpacks". Does anyone know waht they consider large???

they prohibit those really large hiking type backpacks
messenger bags are ok
regular sized (think like you'd use in school) and smaller are ok

Foxy Mop

As far as the toilet paper thing, Target has those little rolls in their travel size section - hell as well as a bunch of travel sized stuff. Gonna stock up there today.

Wrote in to the utility people last night too, seeing if they could ship on time. Otherwise I'll be trickin out my cheezy old fanny pack

Tauran

I will be bringing in a one strap (sling back) backpack. They are the most comfortable for me for a long day.

In it, I will bring:

Umbrella
TUMS
Maps, Schedules
A foldable hat
2 bottles of water
sunscreen
anti-bac hand goop
$100,000.00
An extra shirt
my extra nintendo DS w/metroid fusion and pokemon diamond inside
Tylenol
Some hidden Quaker oat bars
some candy
and possibly something for people to sign


~tauran

Spunkie

omg. Don't do it! Or you'll have to take the foxy right out of your name!

panthergirl

Tauran wrote:

I will be bringing in a one strap (sling back) backpack. They are the most comfortable for me for a long day.

In it, I will bring:

Umbrella
TUMS
Maps, Schedules
A foldable hat
2 bottles of water
sunscreen
anti-bac hand goop
$100,000.00
An extra shirt
my extra nintendo DS w/metroid fusion and pokemon diamond inside
Tylenol
Some hidden Quaker oat bars
some candy
and possibly something for people to sign


~tauran

ummm... and how can we recognize you...

you know, in case we need some Tums....

satansbedbugs

yeah, im guessing sunscreen will be a good idea

CompassionateSpirit

Foxy Mop-love your location: Vicapalooza. I think I'm gonna cry-no Vic tix here. I met you in Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Gorge last year (I'm 40 year blonde who asked you about getting the signed tambourine from Mike). So how the hell are ya? Did you get Vic tix?

I have a shoulder bag with a long wide strap that I can cross over my chest and won't fall off. It's zipped and about 6" by 9". It's my official concert bag-usually fits everything I need-sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, wallet, keys, aspirin, etc. Unfortunately it's not big enough for water and it's from Ecuador made from some llama hair cotton-looks very hippyish-so it's not at all water proof. So I'm glad you asked this question- been worried about the same thing. I like the picture someone showed of the large waistpack with the two water bottles. I'm a hiker, so wearing something like that won't bother me at all.

Speaking of water-another thing I've been worried about-how do you stay hydrated enough and not have to visit the honey buckets every hour?

bostonlou

i remember taking this pic of foxy's old boyfriend when we met up before one of the festival shows

i think she brings a bit too much

http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ockham-2003/Images/0.jpg

CompassionateSpirit

bostonlou wrote:

i remember taking this pic of foxy's old boyfriend when we met up before one of the festival shows

i think she brings a bit too much

http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ockham-2003/Images/0.jpg

Yeah-I remember that bag. LOL

Gardengrl23

What do you think of this? Too geeky?
http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?productId=48143566&storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&color=SAGE/GRAY&img=/media/965095.jpg&view=large

Now everyone got me thinking that I need something else to carry other then a backpack.

Foxy... did Utilitywear tell you if their merchandise will arrive on time?

Juberoo

bostonlou wrote:

i'm wearing my fanny pack too

so we'll be able to find each other

they're trendy now you know

http://img101.echo.cx/img101/7884/cj53at.jpg


just be sure to wear your stirrup pants too!

Is this recent???? She is wearing ring....Did Cameron and Kelly get married?

CHANGEinWAVES

Foxy Mop wrote:

As far as the toilet paper thing, Target has those little rolls in their travel size section - hell as well as a bunch of travel sized stuff. Gonna stock up there today.

Wrote in to the utility people last night too, seeing if they could ship on time. Otherwise I'll be trickin out my cheezy old fanny pack

i'm not sure if target carries theses but 5 below has the toilet seat covers made by charmin. I love having them:) bathrooms sceeve me out!

distantsun

north face or patagonia have some good options that are NOT fanny packs.

Paint Ed Big 10

Please do not wear a fanny pack! I think I'm wearing a camera case. I might bring a small purse that straps over my shoulder with money, lip gloss/sunscreen lipbalm, a credit card. I'm not carrying sunblock with me, I'll just put it on before I get there. That Neutrogena helioplex sun block stays on longer and it's 'dry touch' so it's not greasy. I'm not bringing anymore makeup with me. I think a fanny pack would get in the way and be uncomfortable, besides looking funny.

Foxy Mop

CompassionateSpirit wrote:

Foxy Mop-love your location: Vicapalooza. I think I'm gonna cry-no Vic tix here. I met you in Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Gorge last year (I'm 40 year blonde who asked you about getting the signed tambourine from Mike). So how the hell are ya? Did you get Vic tix?

I have a shoulder bag with a long wide strap that I can cross over my chest and won't fall off. It's zipped and about 6" by 9". It's my official concert bag-usually fits everything I need-sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, wallet, keys, aspirin, etc. Unfortunately it's not big enough for water and it's from Ecuador made from some llama hair cotton-looks very hippyish-so it's not at all water proof. So I'm glad you asked this question- been worried about the same thing. I like the picture someone showed of the large waistpack with the two water bottles. I'm a hiker, so wearing something like that won't bother me at all.

Speaking of water-another thing I've been worried about-how do you stay hydrated enough and not have to visit the honey buckets every hour?

I remember you - that was Pittsburgh, right? Unfortunately my Vic attempts failed, much like everyone else's.

I like messenger bags, but can't stand crossing them over my boobs (too uncomfortable!)

As for the hydration - drink a lot and good old Chicago humidity will sweat it out of you, so potty-breaks are minimal

bostonlou wrote:

i remember taking this pic of foxy's old boyfriend when we met up before one of the festival shows

i think she brings a bit too much

http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ockham-2003/Images/0.jpg

That's only my carry-on too.

Gardengrl23 wrote:

What do you think of this? Too geeky?
http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?productId=48143566&storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&color=SAGE/GRAY&img=/media/965095.jpg&view=large

Now everyone got me thinking that I need something else to carry other then a backpack.

Foxy... did Utilitywear tell you if their merchandise will arrive on time?

Looks very......outdoorsy! I'd say geeky, but hell I'm tricking out a fanny pack so who am I to judge? Utilitywear did tell me they could get it to be by Thursday/Friday, so just send them an email and let them know ASAP if you want to order from them.

Foxy Mop

Paint Ed Big 10 wrote:

Please do not wear a fanny pack! I think I'm wearing a camera case. I might bring a small purse that straps over my shoulder with money, lip gloss/sunscreen lipbalm, a credit card. I'm not carrying sunblock with me, I'll just put it on before I get there. That Neutrogena helioplex sun block stays on longer and it's 'dry touch' so it's not greasy. I'm not bringing anymore makeup with me. I think a fanny pack would get in the way and be uncomfortable, besides looking funny.

A camera case is the kissing cousin of a fanny pack - you find both of them livin large at places like Disneyland, etc. So not much of a difference, other than one clips on and one is belt-like