Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Zip Top Boat and Tote Large

Continuing our family tradition, my dear grandson received his first L.L. Bean bag on Easter - it was his Easter basket! It will get lots of use, especially during summers at the beach in Maine. I got the zipper bag so he (and his mother) will have the option to close it securely. We expect it to last for years like all of the other Bean bags in our family. Great product.

Bought two for out of town guest speakers and had them monogramed. They were a great hit. The bag is durable, has plenty of room, and I really like that it zips.

We have the medium size zip-top and use it when on vacation to carry my laptop and other stuff we don't want in check luggage, but it had the shorter handle. We got the longer handle bag this time and love it. Better for going from gate to gate in the airports and easier to keep control of.

I bought the tote bag for my godchildren in England, specifically for their new little daughter. They could not have been more pleased with my gift. I made a mistake with the monogram, which I realized quickly and called LLBean to make the change. They said that my order was already being processed, yet agreed without hesitation, to send me the corrected one, crediting me for the first. I was amazed!! I carried the bag to England as a "carry-on" - the tote works wonderfully for that purpose - I recommend it to any traveler....

I love this bag! It's sturdy, easy to carry and I chose the zip top and longer handles which are great. I took it for the first time to the beach and was able to fit, 3 beach towels, 2 changes of clothes, sunscreens, incidentals, food for the day and there was still room! I never felt like the handles would rip or the zipper would catch. For the beach, it's wonderful. I originally made this purchase thinking I'd use it to carry my laptop computer and folders but it's too big for that, so I plan to get the smaller size in addition. I would highly recommend LL Bean products. This is the 3rd item I've purchased online and they do not disappoint.

This tote is the perfect size for me. It is very well constructed and looks great. I love that the top zips closed for a bit more security. Great value Product arrived promptly and in perfect condition.

You can't go wrong with an LL Bean tote. Sturdy, clean, great for the beach! I'm sure I'll have this bag for years and years to come. Plan on getting another one!

Bought this for a trip abroad. Needed something that would carry everything without looming like a pack mule. Lol! It carried eeverything with ease, plus it was stylish!!!! Thx!

I love this bag! I recently took it on a cruise with my husband and two young boys. I used it as a carry on bag on the airplane and a beach bag on the islands. I was really debating on getting the large vs XL. I'm glad I got the large though. The XL would have been to big for my family size. If I had three children I would go with the XL. The large was big enough for what I needed but didn't have much extra room.

I am very pleased with the zip top canvas boat tote bag. It is all that imagined & so versatile. It's always recognized as a LL BEAN BAG.. Love it

These bags are fabulous! I've used them for years and they are the most durable bags for travel or home use. They make wonderful gifts as well, and the monogramming adds that personal touch!

I love these bags. I ordered a matching set (s/m/l) 10 years ago when my daughter was born. At the time they were customizable- meaning I could pick the canvas color, the strap color and the pocket canvas color. We have used them as diaper bags, skate and ski bags, weekend bags, purses. You name it. They are durable, washable, and sturdy. I wish the customizable option were still available- my daughter's dancing now and needs a ballet bag! I'm thinking black and pink!

I have others ll bean bags that we're very happy with them, they're very durable for any purpose

I have always wondered if these bags were THAT good,and I am here to say YES YES YES!I have used this bag daily since I received it.I am a sub.teacher and it is a great bag to fit your supplies in.I carry my laptop, travel mugs, several books, extra pencils,paper etc. It is so roomy.It is made of a strong canvas and straps/zipper are strong too.You have choice of strap lengths(I got longer ones so I can carry over shoulder comfortably)and you can choose open or zip top (Mine has zip). It stands up by itself and doesn't flop over due to the strong canvas.It is not "stiff" and is very pliable. I am going to order more soon to help organize my home vs. work "stuff" I figure I can easily find which bag I need by the color handle. Would be great bag in car for emergency supplies. A great tack bag for animal supplies/feed/bowls. It is very strong!! If you are thinking about these bags-go for it. Well worth the money-will last a long, long time. I have a suggestion for LL Bean designers-it would be great if it had a pocket on front to hold keys,phone,glasses etc. Made in Maine!!! Gotta love that!

I use daily as my purse! Great for everything I need. Sturdy, zip top, with the longer handles. Wipes clean also! Plus, price is exceptional for the quality of a L.L. Bean product. Extremely happy with my purchase. Wish I had it monogramed!

I bought the large boat tote in college to carry books and computer to the library late at night. It could fit several thick science books, laptop, charger, pencil pouches, binders, water bottle, etc. The handles are so sturdy. That bag is now 6 years old and just as sturdy. I will buy these again and again (although they probably never need replacing!).

The tote was given as a gift. Upon opening the gift my niece was extremely excited. She has 2 small children and feels it will carry the essentials needed when going to the beach. Can be used zipped on unzipped.

We initially purchased a tote at a local store which has monogramming capabilities. We explained our monogramming need and the importance of having it done in a timely manner. Unfortunately the store let us down in every way. The tote arrived late (they shipped it 4 day's post purchase when we were told it would go out the next day) and the stitching was not as discussed. We contacted the store for a resolution and received nothing. Contacting LL Bean's customer care on the phone we received all the help we could ever want from the representative. She was attentive, took all necessary steps to make this situation right and could not have been more professional or caring had we asked. Overall we are happy our newborn has her very own first LL Bean tote and it is thanks to the representative on he phone.

Excellent item, it my needs to carry all items i need to take to work.

I love this tote! LL Bean does a great job, using durable canvas with a zip top. It fits many things and looks great monogramed. The bag is so well constructed that I wouldn't hesitate to buy again and again. Bought mine with natural canvas and navy blue accents. LOVE IT!!

Our family loves these totes. About 10 years ago I bought my daughters the medium size totes with their names on them. This recent purchase was a replacement for one. My daughter wore the thing out. She used it almost everyday. She carried books to high school and college classes and then used it for work. If she went on an overnight or week end trip she packed in it. It was getting very dirty and started to wear small holes in the bottom corners. I tried to wash it but then it became too soft to stand up. I was surprised it lasted so long. Nothing lasts more that a couple of years anymore unless its an LLBean product. I purchased this new bag in the same color with the monogram but in the large size and my daughter loves it. She still carries it all the time but now it fits her laptop and her sheet music better. She can even slip a small purse inside and zip up the top and everything is secure. If this one lasts half as long as the other one I would be happy to replace it again. Now the other daughter is giving hints that she might need a new large size tote for her birthday. Also love the free shipping.

Sent this w/monogram to a daughter for her birthday. She was delighted, especially liked the zipper. As always, products are high quality -- also high priced!

I own many of these boat and tote bags. We use them to haul stuff on trips and stuff home from the grocery store. Exceptionally well made and durable. Sadly, many of LLBean's other bags, and clothing for that matter are not made in the United States. Hopefully they will catch on that this is an important issue for all of us and we want excellently made, U.S. products.

This tote is very nice quality material. The zipper is a plus!

Not only are these bags good looking and super strong, but also new parents are delighted to have the baby's name spelled out. Now they have a zipper on top so one can even check them at the airport. There's plenty of room for a visit to the grandparents.