The ITS nylon zip bag is a well-featured no-frills pouch that’s versatile and affordable.
I have been using this zippered pouch for quite a few years now, and see it as a fantastic way to haul EDC gear, such as tools, masks, gloves, a small first aid kit, or similar.
These pouches measure 8.5″ wide x 6″ tall and are available in black and red.
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There are many zippered pouches on the market, and these are differentiated by having grab handles and a Vecro-type strip for attaching labels or badges.
The pouches are made from Cordura, a very durable nylon fabric.
I bought a couple of zippered bags from ITS back in 2017 for $15 or $17 each (depending on the color).
My red nylon pouch has been great over the years for holding things like clean N95 masks, spare disposable gloves, personal or first aid supplies, and even snacks for the kids.
The red fabric helps it stand out in a bag, and I load it with whatever I might need to access quickly.
I find the 8.5″ x 6″ size to be well suited for miscellaneous gear. It could hold smaller tools as well, but I have yet to use it for that.
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Mine came with a hook and loop-type badge, which are now a separate purchase.
The price is lower now than when I purchased mine – they’re $10 each at the time of this posting.
These are compact, durable, and the grab handles make them easy to quickly retrieve from a bag. I would buy it again in a heartbeat.
Price: $10 (“regularly $20”)
A Larger and Less Expensive Option
ToughBuilt fastener bags, which I wrote about here, are also zippered pouches with a single grab handle and metal grommet. They have mesh window panels so you can see the contents at a glance.
The ToughBuilt pouches are larger, and so I wouldn’t use them in place of my ITS pouch. Like the ITS pouches, these have a grab handle – but just one, which is often enough.
Amazon has the ToughBuilt pouch at 3 for $13 at the time of this posting.
Jesse
Melotough is a brand of bags on Amazon similar to the Toughbuilts but with more color options
Jared
“Admin pouches” are another option – the downside being they look a bit “tactical” and might raise eyebrows. Nevertheless, I like the size and how they have internal dividers, zippered sections and elastic loops to hold your gear.
I have one in my truck for my first aid supplies. It works great for that because I can open it up and have everything laid out yet it stays organized. I’ve been considering another for a small toolset to keep in the truck.
They’re available in red or black (along with various camo patterns) for a slightly more subtle look. Not that red is subtle, but if you have a first aid patch on it, it doesn’t seem so out of place.
Anthony Gainsworth
Stuart; my masks didn’t work in that bag; how did you get yours to fit? I’d like to give it another shot and hopefully this would be more effective this time.
Stuart
Depends on the mask. It fits flat-folded masks without issue. Vented N95 that have a three dimensional form in its packaging? Nope, not at all.
It can 2 or maybe 3 new 3M 9211+ masks.
M
Also worth looking at Savior equipment loose sacs bags and their “equipment hauler” bag. Seem decently well made and are relatively cheap. Using the loose sacs currently as a way to keep my office bag a little tidier and giving the equipment hauler a go for my “We’re heading out to do X activity and I had the forethought to keep all the crap packed ahead of time” stuff. Like the kids pool/swim things. May put one together as a general “We’re heading out of the house and this is full of snacks/cleaning/whatever for the ride.”
Franco Calcagni
FYI….”Amazon has the ToughBuilt pouch at 3 for $13 at the time of this posting.”…they still do, but now also have a $3 clip coupon, so 3 for $10.
Posnovis
I was recently gifted this waxed canvas bag, which is a little more expensive, but I absolutely love:
Hide & Drink Waxed Canvas Large All Purpose Dopp Kit Utility Bag Handmade (Charcoal Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079KJYVNS
The feel of the canvas is great, the construction solid and sturdy. It only has a leather loop for a grab handle, but it’s a perfect size and place for getting it out of a bag.
Paul
Magpul DAKA Pouch and/or Veto Pro Pac! I also own the ToughBuilt and now will add ITS!