You won't believe how many uses you can find for these wonderful, durable bags! I would always see these at the store, and pass them by. Then I saw some on sale and thought "what the heck, I'll get one". I ended up going back and buying another large and a medium, and will most likely pick up an extra-large at some point. They are very sturdy and I like that they will stand right up like a box, so you can fill them easily. I've used my tote as a beach bag, laundry bag, and travel bag, and have given them as gifts. In fact, they make fabulous gifts--they're something everyone can use, even if they don't know it yet :)
I bought an extra large with long handles boat and tote for taking my two dogs bedding and other supplies to the kennel. I can easily fit a medium nesting bed, three fleece blankets, a box of treats, toys, and dog food in it. The long strap let me carry it on my shoulder. I also used it when my husband and i were in a wedding. We carried all of things for that day in one bag! I would recommend these to any one. I also have several of the mini size i use as purses in the summer.
I have two of these and just love them. I have the medium size which I use for work everyday and it has held up nicely. I have the large which I use for plane travel and it is huge, fits my stuff nicely and stores in the overhead tray on the plane. I highly recommend these. They are well made and hold up to abuse.
I love the Boat and Tote bags. Durable and well made. I use the large size for the pool - great for stuffing a lot of towels in. I buy the small totes as baby gifts and have the baby's name emboidered on the bag. There are lots of nice colors to choose from.