Do the sides of the bag stand up on their own or only when filled? (Structured vs. floppy)
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Floppy - no structure at the bottom either. Just an all cotton bag that is sewn squared off but there is nothing to support a flat bottom or rigid sides.
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sorry it took so long to answer back...yes they are floppy and strong material that hasn't ripped any one of mine after all uses with heavy stuff.
827986
They are 'floppy'; Not sure of your preference, but these bags RULE! I got some others previous to these but wasn't happy - my search ended when I got these!
1040487
actually it depends on the things that you have inside the bag. the material is soft so it doesn't hold up. I usually have clothes and diapers and all sorts of stuff inside the bag, so when I take out one thing, the bag is able to stand open. if you only have a few things, then most probably it will just flop... hope this answers to your question. :)
2059874
This bag will only remain standing on its own if loaded with that intent in mind. Generally, I would say no, it does not stand up on its own. However, when I packed it completely full, and especially tightly on the "wheel end" it worked.
1040486
actually it depends on the things that you have inside the bag.the material is soft so it doesn't hold up. I usually have clothes and diapers and all sorts of stuff inside the bag, so when I take out one thing, the bag is able to stand open. if you only have a few things, then most probably it will just flop... hope this answers to your question. :)
589564
It bends if you push it with your hand, but it's not floppy - it stands up fine on its own.
474398
The side bags when unzipped, hang on the outside of the rack's three support rods (3 on each side). The only thing that I have ever worried about getting got in the spokes are the small elastic cords at the bottom of each bag so I always make sure that they are wrapped around the end of the support rods which they should be anyway. They are there to make sure the bags do not flop around. Hope this helps. BTW I gave this bag 5 stars as I think it's great.
2010266
There's an insert that you put inside the bag to make them still and not floppy. Once you have them strapped down they rest on the frame by the tires but they're structured enough that they don't flop around or get in the spokes.
918952
Susan, you are right - but I think the intended side to use the bag is from the left. It work fine for me during my 3 week long trip to Europe.
1191830
Regardless of purpose, these bags can be folded from the bottom to create a flat surface that is self-supporting and stands by itself. I hope this fully answers your question.
1291737
When I store mine I turn the sides at a angle so when t put them in the bag they stay in that position mine are stiff
2279782
When it is open it is very stable and it stays up on it's own. The sides AND the dividers stay in place. When folding it, unsecure the velco divider tabs and just pull the two carry handles towards each other and it folds down, buckle and it's flat. Unbuckle it and it will open fully once you pull up the sides, very easy to open with one hand (when you have bags in the other). This is a very sturdy unit. IMHO
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Hello. The only time mine tips forward is when front heavy and the zippered compartment in front is open. When zipped up, it stands well on all wheels. Tipping is rare. I had my first four compartment bag for seven years and it was awesome. The next four compartment bag I bought was designed a bit smaller in width which was a huge disappointment. This bag you are writing me about, from what I can tell, is one compartment smaller than the bag I described above. I do have this one too, but do not have as much experience with it. But thus far I do not have any problems with it. It does matter how the weight is distributed. Best to put laptop toward the handle side. Hello. The only time mine tips forward is when front heavy and the zippered compartment in front is open. When zipped up, it stands well on all wheels. Tipping is rare. I had my first four compartment bag for seven years and it was awesome. The next four compartment bag I bought was designed a bit smaller in width which was a huge disappointment. This bag you are writing me about, from what I can tell, is one compartment smaller than the bag I described above. I do have this one too, but do not have as much experience with it. But thus far I do not have any problems with it. It does matter... » Read More Hello. The only time mine tips forward is when front heavy and the zippered compartment in front is open. When zipped up, it stands well on all wheels. Tipping is rare. I had my first four compartment bag for seven years and it was awesome. The next four compartment bag I bought was designed a bit smaller in width which was a huge disappointment. This bag you are writing me about, from what I can tell, is one compartment smaller than the bag I described above. I do have this one too, but do not have as much experience with it. But thus far I do not have any problems with it. It does matter how the weight is distributed. Best to put laptop toward the handle side. « Show Less
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It does hold its shape ok fine with just misc. stuff in it. The one in the pic has been stuffed with a box. I know it does not stand on its own even with my laptop in it. It really is a laptop bag, though, and the pockets are set up for such. Three partitioned areas for laptop, iPad, Intuos pad etc. Then a couple of misc. small pockets and another large open area where I throw the power cord and misc. cabling. One more quick-access compartment(again... really big) that you can get to without opening the flap. Nice enough bg for the price, just not as versatile as I thought it would be. I plan on getting a backpack. It does hold its shape ok fine with just misc. stuff in it. The one in the pic has been stuffed with a box. I know it does not stand on its own even with my laptop in it. It really is a laptop bag, though, and the pockets are set up for such. Three partitioned areas for laptop, iPad, Intuos pad etc. Then a couple of misc. small pockets and another large open area where I throw the power cord and misc. cabling. One more quick-access compartment(again... really big) that you can get to without opening the flap. Nice enough bg for the price, just not as versatile as I thought it would be. I... » Read More It does hold its shape ok fine with just misc. stuff in it. The one in the pic has been stuffed with a box. I know it does not stand on its own even with my laptop in it. It really is a laptop bag, though, and the pockets are set up for such. Three partitioned areas for laptop, iPad, Intuos pad etc. Then a couple of misc. small pockets and another large open area where I throw the power cord and misc. cabling. One more quick-access compartment(again... really big) that you can get to without opening the flap. Nice enough bg for the price, just not as versatile as I thought it would be. I plan on getting a backpack. « Show Less
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There are large holes at the top of the sides and then mesh that is covered by a flap that can be raised and held by a magnetic "snap." (There's more ventilation than my previous Kwiggy Bo bag.) There is no ventilation on the top but it can be partially unzipped. The sides are soft but still sturdy enough for the bag to keep its shape.
482509
No, the top of the bag is the same length on both sides. Otherwise, they are very handy to have around.
1362588
Absolutely! It was the last thing I put on when I put it together but it stands up fine without it. I have the wheels on but find I just remove the bags and do not roll it around. Hope this helps!
776061
I fill mine pretty full sometimes and haven't had any issues. The only issue that I have had is that the loops at the top of the bags...where u place the metal hangers through rip at the seam but I have sewn them back together and haven't had a problem since.