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Skip Hop Duo Deluxe, Black by Skip Hop
Product SummaryManufacturer: Skip Hop Brand: Skip Hop Release Date: 2008-01-16 Model: 200001 Color: Black Product features: - It features a new shuttle clip and a unique strap
- Fastening system allows the DUO to attach neatly and conveniently to the handlebars of any stroller
- It includes a new magnetic closure throughout
- Cushioned changing pad and shoulder pad are included
- It includes eleven pockets in total along with a zippered personal pocket
Description of Skip Hop Duo Deluxe, BlackThe Skip Hop DUO's multitude of pockets and compartments easily organize diapers, bottles, sippy cups, food and toys, while keeping your phone, PDA, wallet, keys and other personal items safe and dry. The Deluxe Edition features the new Shuttle Clips; a unique strap and fastening system that allows the DUO to attach neatly and conveniently to the handlebars of any stroller and then convert into a cool, hip messenger-style diaper bag. When attached to the stroller, you can leave the shoulder strap attached or remove it for a cleaner look. 13"W x 13.75"H x 4.25"D. Black. Offering convenience and urban style, the Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag is the perfect accessory for fashionable moms and dads. This versatile diaper bag converts from shoulder bag to stroller bag in an instant, thanks to Skip Hop's patented Shuttle Clips. It also boasts eleven pockets to help you organize and find all your necessities, from cell phones to sippy cups.  | Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag
Guardian's Guide:
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty for the Original Owner
Ideal for:
- Who: Parents and caregivers.
- What: Storing and organizing diapers and other accessories when you're on the go.
- Where: Around town, the playground, and at the airport.
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The Duo Deluxe conveniently attaches to a stroller. View larger. | A Great Diaper Bag Gets Even Better The roomy Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag is 30% bigger than the original Duo Diaper Bag, providing plenty of room for diapers, toys, and personal items. Patented Shuttle Clip technology makes it easy to quickly attach the bag to a stroller or convert it to a shoulder bag. When attaching the Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag to a stroller, you can either leave the shoulder strap on or remove it for a sleeker look. Additionally, a removable shoulder pad gives you the option for extra cushioning. A Pocket for Everything Let's face it, you need a lot of accessories for a day on the town with your baby. With 11 pockets, the Duo Deluxe helps create order out of chaos. Two front pockets provide easy access to your most critical items, and a side pocket puts bottles and sippy cups within easy reach. There's also a cell phone pocket, zippered personal pocket, and easy-access pockets for pens. The Duo Deluxe even features contrasting lining that makes it simple to find what you're looking for. Sleek and Rugged with a Cushioned Changing Pad Made of durable poly-canvas, the water-resistant Duo Deluxe is both rugged and stylish and wipes down easily with a damp cloth. Strong magnetic closures keep the bag fastened and create a sleek look. Additionally, the bag comes with a cushioned changing pad, so you can change your baby anywhere. About Skip Hop Based in New York, Skip Hop prides itself on creating safe, innovative products that simplify parenting. The company uses modern design elements in its creations, so every product looks good in your house or on your shoulder. Since creating the first convertible diaper-to-stroller bag in 2003, Skip Hop has been providing today's parents with stylish yet practical toddler and baby products. A portion of all Skip Hop's profits go to charities that benefit parents and children. What's in the Box Skip Hop Duo Deluxe Diaper Bag with cushioned changing pad.

The Duo Deluxe has tons of pockets and contrast lining to make it easy to find all your stuff. View larger. | 
The handsome bag converts to a shoulder bag for easy carrying. View larger. |
Baby Products Reviews of Skip Hop Duo Deluxe, BlackCustomer Review: Much Smaller Than Expected Summary: 3 Stars
First, to put my review in context, I am a new mom (my baby is now 6 months old, so I've been using the bag for 6 months). I use this bag both as a diaper bag and to carry my essentials. The way I have the bag set up is as follows: the front two pockets I use for some random little stuff, but nothing too valuable because they are easily accessible. The zip pockets on top I use to carry my own stuff, and the main compartment inside I have baby's basics: one spare outfit, a burp cloth, small receiving blanket, and my nursing cover (folds to about the same size as the blanket). I use the inner pockets in there to hold no more than 3-4 diapers, and a small pack of wipes in the other. The very back pocket holds the changing pad and sometimes my shopping lists. With that, this bag is PACKED. Notice there are NO toys, books, bottles, snacks, etc.
I registered for this bag (and received it as a gift for my baby shower) based on it's stellar reviews. My experience however has been much more similar to the 3, 2 and 1 star reviews I've read on here.
The great things about this bag are that it doesn't feel huge and bulky to carry around, it's nice looking, my husband doesn't mind carrying it, the material is strong and durable, and those shuttle clips are fabulous. That said, I have two complaints about this bag:
1. It's too small. I am always struggling to jam things in, or digging to get something out without turning the whole bag upside down. When my husband puts something into the bag, he just wads it and stuffs it in there. So for a bag that we both use, it's frustrating when I go back to it and have to carefully re-fold everything to utterly maximize the space. I found this to be a huge disappointment as I HATE having to fumble with stuff, especially when I'm out in a store or restaurant. The spit-up is all over both of us by the time I locate and carefully remove the burp cloth from the bag, so as not to disturb all the other carefully folded and placed items in there.
2. The magnetic closures sounded like a great idea because I hate struggling to zip/unzip my bag when I'm standing at a check-out counter, but then I realized that magnets and credit/debit cards don't mix. If you plan to carry your wallet in this bag, be very careful. If your cards get up against the magnets you risk ruining them. The same thing applies to cameras/memory cards. You can wipe them out if the magnets get too close. I carry a small digital camera with me just in case something cute happens, and I worry every time I take it in and out of the bag.
Finally, last night I compared what was in my bag to what my sister carries in her JJ Cole bag (she is a mommy of 4). It was easily twice the amount of stuff. She had multiple changes of clothes, 15 diapers, snacks, toys, jackets, etc. I am definitely considering a new bag in the near future. I really like Skip Hops designs and features, but I am also considering the JJ Cole bag my sister has.
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