cheermomof2girls Posted March 15, 2017 #1 Share Posted March 15, 2017 We are looking into using the packing cubes system to pack for our family, but don't want to invest a ton of $. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kamloops50 Posted March 15, 2017 #2 Share Posted March 15, 2017 We are looking into using the packing cubes system to pack for our family, but don't want to invest a ton of $. Thanks! We bought ours thru Amazon.ca. They also are available thru amazon.com Walmart had some but very flimsy and poorly sown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirlejfan Posted March 15, 2017 #3 Share Posted March 15, 2017 IKEA has them or at least did. I bought some for. Flight 001 but speaking for myself, the bundle method has worked better for me. Sent from my SM-G935V using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted March 16, 2017 #4 Share Posted March 16, 2017 TJMaxx set of 3 sizes, $9.99. Bought them last week. If you are really looking to save $$ go to the Dollar store & get the 2gallon size ziplock bags. They work just fine Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted March 16, 2017 #5 Share Posted March 16, 2017 TJMaxx set of 3 sizes, $9.99. Bought them last week. If you are really looking to save $$ go to the Dollar store & get the 2gallon size ziplock bags. They work just fine Sent from my iPad using Forums Ziplocs (or their generic equivalent) really don't lend themselves to rolling. They are OK for flat folding. The cubes with the sizes are better if you are a roller. I've got some from Eagle Creek (their traditional and their new Specter series), and eBags. The EC ones I've had for over 10 years and are still in great condition. I got what I paid for... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted March 16, 2017 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2017 Our eBags are going strong after many years. Wash cold and hang to dry. Look online for a coupon. Sign up and they'll constantly be sending you promotions. Don't need too many of them. For this weekend's cruise I used three -medium for clothes, small for underthings, slim for my formal wear. DH is using one slim for underthings and a medium folder for shirts and an extra pair of pants. Use assorted other bags for electronics, meds etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgiaGirl14 Posted March 16, 2017 #7 Share Posted March 16, 2017 I love my Ebags cubes also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Chew Posted March 17, 2017 #8 Share Posted March 17, 2017 I have always saved those zippered plastic cubes that linens/curtains/etc come in ... I never had a reason for saving them, but I saved them anyway ... and when we started traveling more extensively and I first read about packing cubes, I had an "aha!" moment ... and now they are my packing cubes. They come in different sizes, they hold a lot, you can roll or fold or simply stuff, they are clear so you can see exactly what is in each one, they're easy to wash out ... I like 'em, and (given my shopping habits!) I have a constant supply of new ones! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lelehall Posted March 17, 2017 #9 Share Posted March 17, 2017 I agree TJ Maxx! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aimee0715 Posted April 2, 2017 #10 Share Posted April 2, 2017 I also highly recommend eBags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhfy Posted April 3, 2017 #11 Share Posted April 3, 2017 TJMaxx today, set of 3 eBags for $9.99 Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
collegegirl92 Posted April 3, 2017 #12 Share Posted April 3, 2017 I would think TJ Maxx or Amazon would have them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pashka Posted April 4, 2017 #13 Share Posted April 4, 2017 Alibaba.com similar to ebay, but products are from china and usually ship within 15-25 days. I have ordered my dog winter jackets, cheap jewellery, laptop cases, make up brushes (super cheap!) 90% was amazing. The site has got better since I began using it, now it offers reviews with pictures. I am actually buying packing cubes, and laundry mesh bags from there. Will update when I buy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovewdw Posted May 21, 2017 #14 Share Posted May 21, 2017 Amazon! I have so many different sets, all different sizes and colors. They're all great! Much cheaper than eBags and do exactly the same thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waterbug123 Posted May 21, 2017 #15 Share Posted May 21, 2017 I have always saved those zippered plastic cubes that linens/curtains/etc come in ... The downside of those is that they take up a lot more storage space since they don't usually collapse down to nothing like an actual packing cube that has no inherent structure to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slidergirl Posted May 21, 2017 #16 Share Posted May 21, 2017 Amazon! I have so many different sets, all different sizes and colors. They're all great! Much cheaper than eBags and do exactly the same thing. They may do "exactly the same thing" as a well-made eBag or Eagle Creek cube, but how long do they hold up? I'd rather pay more for a better product that will last for years and years of use. I still have some Eagle Creek cubes that I bought back in 2000 and they are still as good as the day I bought them. For ziploc/pillow/duvet bags - they don't breathe. Smells accumulate. If you are someplace tropical, they will sweat inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted May 21, 2017 #17 Share Posted May 21, 2017 I brought some of these. http://shop.eaglecreek.com/packing-cubes/l/212 I love them. I don't know how they compare to other brands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted May 21, 2017 #18 Share Posted May 21, 2017 This thread got me thinking. I just checked our luggage and my cubes are in our other home. Too far to drive to, over 1,000 miles. So, I just brought some more cubes @ Eagle Creek. At least they were on sale and free shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Chew Posted May 22, 2017 #19 Share Posted May 22, 2017 The downside of those is that they take up a lot more storage space since they don't usually collapse down to nothing like an actual packing cube that has no inherent structure to it. Actually, I have no problem condensing mine down to almost nothing ... they get very, very flat ... Of course, if my supply ever runs out, I guess I'll be ordering some "real" cubes from Amazon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovewdw Posted May 23, 2017 #20 Share Posted May 23, 2017 They may do "exactly the same thing" as a well-made eBag or Eagle Creek cube, but how long do they hold up? I'd rather pay more for a better product that will last for years and years of use. I still have some Eagle Creek cubes that I bought back in 2000 and they are still as good as the day I bought them. For ziploc/pillow/duvet bags - they don't breathe. Smells accumulate. If you are someplace tropical, they will sweat inside. They're totally fine! I've used them on about 10 trips so far and they are great! Very comparable to the better brands and I paid pennies on the dollar compared to the "name brands"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilovewdw Posted May 23, 2017 #21 Share Posted May 23, 2017 Alibaba.com similar to ebay, but products are from china and usually ship within 15-25 days. I have ordered my dog winter jackets, cheap jewellery, laptop cases, make up brushes (super cheap!) 90% was amazing. The site has got better since I began using it, now it offers reviews with pictures. I am actually buying packing cubes, and laundry mesh bags from there. Will update when I buy! I bought some from AliExpress, too...they're great! No complaints! 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaidMirawyn Posted May 25, 2017 #22 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I've got a selection of brands, since I buy mine from Marshall's or TJ Maxx when they're on a deep discount. So far, so good. We also have one set of the Ikea cubes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted May 31, 2017 #23 Share Posted May 31, 2017 My packing cubes just arrived today from Eagle Creek. This is my second set I brought from them. I really do love them. I especially like them for undergarments. I pack mine and DH's in our own cubes, and once on board, I just take the cube out of our suite cases and place the on the closets shelves or in a drawer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simplelife Posted June 30, 2017 #24 Share Posted June 30, 2017 ebay Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebeccainlv Posted August 10, 2017 #25 Share Posted August 10, 2017 Eagle Creek from Sierra Trading and eBags brand from eBags.com. have had them for years. Also think I have a set from LL Bean. Sent from my XT1650 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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