I have collected 3 ll bean boat and tote bags and I love them. I like it that they stand up and I don't have to hold them open to put stuff in it. I use them to organize stuff I need regularly. I have my chess coaching stuff in one, Sunday School teaching stuff in another, etc. I can grab a bag and have everything I need. I can easily see what is in the bag because they stand up and are open at the top. (I prefer them w/o a zipper because I can see inside better and it is easier to find what I am looking for.)
I bought this bag to use on trips to the grocery store so I don't have to use the plastic bags they offer there. I chose the long handle and , I believe, medium size. It works out great!
Nobody builds a better Boat & Tote bag than Bean! They last forever and go seemlessly from the grocery store (instead of plastic!) to the beach (loaded with toys!) to a quick getaway (as a carry on bag!)...and even across campus (carrying books and a laptop!). Where would I be without my trusty "Bean Bag"!?!