what do you do after the first year of use and the velcro will not stay closed anymore ?
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The Velcro still worked perfectly on the 3 bags I owned. I had pink bags. Because of the light color getting scuffed I no longer use it as a kids lunch bag, however we still use them in car trips where no one but us can see them. Function-wise they still work the same as the day I got them. Just as an FYI, the bags were removed from the freezer at 830am and filled. When the kids had lunch at 1230, the bags were still cold. At 4pm when they came off of the bus the bags were only slightly cold inside. The time allotted claims that it cools for longer, but in an airconditioned environment, in our case, it does not. The Velcro still worked perfectly on the 3 bags I owned. I had pink bags. Because of the light color getting scuffed I no longer use it as a kids lunch bag, however we still use them in car trips where no one but us can see them. Function-wise they still work the same as the day I got them. Just as an FYI, the bags were removed from the freezer at 830am and filled. When the kids had lunch at 1230, the bags were still cold. At 4pm when they came off of the bus the bags were only slightly cold inside. The time allotted claims that it cools for longer, but in an airconditioned environment, in... » Read More The Velcro still worked perfectly on the 3 bags I owned. I had pink bags. Because of the light color getting scuffed I no longer use it as a kids lunch bag, however we still use them in car trips where no one but us can see them. Function-wise they still work the same as the day I got them. Just as an FYI, the bags were removed from the freezer at 830am and filled. When the kids had lunch at 1230, the bags were still cold. At 4pm when they came off of the bus the bags were only slightly cold inside. The time allotted claims that it cools for longer, but in an airconditioned environment, in our case, it does not. « Show Less
269748
If you know someone handy with a needle, perhaps you could replace the part of the velcro that needs replacing. I do that with my other bags, too...
269749
for the $20 it cost, I consider myself lucky that it lasted through the school year and get a new one.
269750
We have only had ours 3 weeks, but i would try scrub cleaning the velcro to get stuff out of it that might clog the connection, and if that doesn't work, put new velcro or sew a snap on
269751
We've only had our since april still closes fine. Id Google how to clean velcro or something.sorry I cant helpvyou more but I'd be inerested in the answer so I know in case it happens to us.
158433
I have had mine for over a year and the only issue i have had is a light fray at the front of the belt. No velcro issues.
1614190
there is a velcro connection that rips off the first time you use it. If you can sew the velcro on instead of gluing it, there might be a chance of it staying on.
997253
I had the same problem after a few years. If you're handy and don't mind putting some effort into it you can scrape off the Velcro (and most if the adhesive )from the metal. Go to Home Depot or other hardware store with a sample of the piece you ripped off and you can find a close enough match that has a sticky backing. Cut it to size and stick it on. Good as new.... Sort of.
1738509
from my experience the adhesive is not that great so that the velcro is stronger than the adhesive and pulls one side away-especially when it is warm - So I resorted to glueing the velcro down to prevent this but it sort of takes away the advantage of having an adhesive already there
1017586
Yes it has a Velcro closure, I haven't had a problem getting the catnip off of the Velcro to close. I have a mouse one from this same company and just washed it by hand the other day and have filled it over and over again.
1104725
I've taken ours off a few times and put it back on. Velcro seems to still hold good. Just make sure the new collar width is compatible.
997254
The Velcro will eventually wear out depending on use. This company has one of the best lifetime guarantees that I have ever seen. One phone call was all it took.
1883360
I have been using mine every night for 1 1/2 years. I'm replacing it now because the velcro on the middle strap is finally losing its tight hold.
656664
Velcro held up great, the seam from where it's attached and stitched does come apart rather easy after a while tho. Seeing as the seller has increased the price to $18-20 dollars now, up from their original $8, I'm not sure it's worth it now.
1688038
I've locked it and pulled on the strap until the one side pops open. Then I've pulled on open part kind of like an open mouth. Once that came off just pealled off adhesive. The otherside where the lock itself pushes in to...I've stuck a butter knife to pop it off or a fork. The package says warm soapy water. I should probably try that too. Sorry if this is confusing...hard to explain. Basically I would try one part/piece at a time...to break off...then the adhesive.
27504
I can't picture your situation. It would help with pictures but I'm not sure if you can post pictures here. Is it just the top velcro strap that doesn't close properly or the bottom one too?
2084886
The Velcro has kept my daughter's kindle in it for a year, it has never slipped out. In fact it's been in there so long I forgot it was held in by Velcro until I read this question.
303428
The velcro makes it easy to open and close. I always left the very bottom closed so it would stay attached and open the rest of it to easily get to my baby. Hope that helps!
266110
You have to pull the zipper either up or down. Velcro pulls apart. It is held together by rtidges n the material.
1614815
I have the same issue - those little plastic bars on the sides have to be manipulated so you can close and cut. I could not find a way around it and do not use it anymore.
1037313
There's one Velcro strip in each end of the cover near the bottom. Just secure those to tighten them and they hold the cover on snug.