Reisenthel Market Carry Basket

Are you looking for a stylish and high quality reusable shopping bag to carry with you while you do your shopping? The Reisenthel Carry Bag market basket is reusable, washable, very sturdy bag made from high quality materials. Forget those cheap $1 bags they sell at the grocery store. The carrybag has a rubber comfort grip handle and collapses for easy storage and comes in a variety of cute patterns and colors. Men will enjoy the solid color bags too.

This product has 51 five star reviews on Amazon and counting and there is a reason why! The bag does not feel at all cheap or flimsy. It can hold up to 25 liters which in my test was about two gallon containers plus a little more (see photo below). The material of the bag is a strong tear proof polyester and the bag attaches to the lightweight aluminum metal handle with fourteen velcro straps to keep it secure. This bag can be used anywhere that you need a small hand held basket, do you black friday shopping in style this year with this carry bag.

The photos in this page show the Original Reisenthel Carrybag in Color: Baroque Sand

In an effort to promote a "no plastic" shopping experience, many European countries have outlawed plastic bags or charge you for them. The Reisenthel company is based in Germany and they have created this shopping basket. Unfortunately in the U.S. plastic shopping bags are still in widespread use, even though they are harmful to the environment and do not biodegrade. Many more women and men would use a reusable bag if they were all as cute as Reisenthel market bags. These bags have won numerous awards for both design and functionality.

The size and shape of the Reisenthel Carry Bag is similar to that of the plastic baskets that you can use in the grocery store, but much more stylish and chic. But have you ever gone into the store to pick up a few things and struggled to the check out line with one of those plastic baskets? You won't have two plastic handles slipping out of your grip when you are carrying heavy beverages or gallon containers. The image shows the bag being carried and is from the box. The rubber grip makes this tote so easy to carry and your groceries will stay secure in your car when you are transporting them home.

The bag has plastic inserts that you can slide into the sides so the Reisenthel carrybag keeps it's shape, but if you want to collapse the bag to store it, you can remove these inserts and fold the bag down as shown in the photo. The handle locks into position, but with a firm push you can bend it back down. The bag also has a zippered pocket inside if you wish to keep your money, store discount card or keys inside and then you don't need to carry your purse along too.

Shown here is the bottom of the bag with 5 plastic feet and the hard bottom to keep your items inside level. The bag will also not sit directly on the floor of the store or trunk of your car since it is elevated by the feet, the bottom will stay clean. The bag maintains it's shape and is almost box like when you also have the inserts in the sides and your items won't roll around.

Carrying a reusable shopping tote has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. Here are a few reasons why you should consider using a reusable shopping tote when you go grocery shopping or shopping in general:

1. Environmental impact: The most obvious reason to use a reusable shopping tote is its impact on the environment. Plastic bags take hundreds of years to decompose, and many end up in landfills or oceans, where they can harm wildlife and marine life. Reusable shopping totes, on the other hand, can be used again and again, reducing the need for disposable bags.

2. Convenience: Reusable shopping totes are often larger and sturdier than plastic bags, making them easier to carry and hold more items. They also have handles or straps, which makes them more comfortable to carry and easier to transport.

3. Cost savings: Many stores now charge for plastic bags, so using a reusable shopping tote can save you money in the long run. Even if your store does not charge for plastic bags, reusable shopping totes are often less expensive than buying disposable bags over time.

4. Fashionable and stylish: Reusable shopping totes come in a wide range of styles, colors, and designs, making it easy to find one that matches your personal style. They are also very trendy, and many designer brands now have their own versions of reusable shopping bags.

5. Advertise or promote yourself: Reusable shopping totes can also be used to advertise or promote your business, by printing your company's logo or message on them.

6. Multiple uses: Reusable shopping totes can be used for more than just grocery shopping. They can also be used to carry books, beach gear, or even as a diaper bag.