How do you wash your clothes while traveling?

@GlobalAdventurer

5 жыл бұрын

In the bathroom sink. It's cheaper and more effective in my opinion. And you can always simply use some of those cheap elbow length playtex rubber gloves so you don't have to touch the soapy water. The key to removing dirt by hand is moving the clothes back and forth forcefully through the water, forcing the soapy water through the clothing. Scrubbing isn't usually necessary unless there's a major stain. That's how washing machines clean.... forcing water through the fabric. I actually learned this many years ago from a couple from France when I was staying in a hostel 😀 On edit: Wearing stain resistant or nylon/polyester clothing helps out a lot too when it comes to washing clothing too. Thank you for your video!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

@@GlobalAdventurer Thanks for the awesome info! Great tips. - Nathan

@norsefalconer

5 жыл бұрын

I've been known to wash clothes while in the shower.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

@@norsefalconer How did they turn out? Any good? - Nathan

@norsefalconer

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker Good enough, I guess. Not the easiest method, but at least I'm warm, hahaha

I use the Scrubba bag for about 6 years now. Sinks in some places can be really dirty. And this allows me to soak my clothes for a few hours if needed and just have it in a corner of the room. The cleaning staff can then do their job without being bothered. It saved me when I was in a place with any sink in the country side. Doubles as a dirty laundry bag between hotels too. Tips: 1. leave your dirty clothes at least an hour with the laundry soap before doing the first wash. 2. I place the bag on the floor and just use my foot to scrub. Less tiring and more effective

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your insights 😃 -Eric

@zehuazhou3390

Жыл бұрын

What's the best way to dry the cloth?

Noooo. Don't overpay for this thing. You can get a bigger capacity (if you want) and better quality dry bag for a lot less. That valve has the potential to break, which has happened with previous versions, and nobody has time to be dealing with that on their travels. The nubs don't make that much of a difference and if whatever your washing is really soiled, you'll want to let it soak before washing. Also, if you're going to be rearranging the items so all areas make contact with the nubs and wringing out your clothes anyway, there shouldn't be a problem with agitating them by hand beforehand. Here's how I wash: 1. Fill dry bag with warm water and put soap in 2. Put clothes in and agitate by hand for a minute or two 3. Close bag and slosh around for a couple of seconds 4. Drain water and rinse Clean. No valves necessary. No window needed. Get a proper dry bag from a company like Sea to Summit (who have a better warranty) and save yourself some money. They'll have different colors and capacities to choose from to better suit your needs. Lastly, if you're washing your clothes away from a bathroom space, please use sustainable detergent!! There are so many videos out there of people demonstrating the Scrubba and other bags and they are contaminating waterways and other areas. Don't be that person.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

All great points, Co Co. Bummer the valve broke-we haven't had this happen (fingers crossed it doesn't). But always good to keep an eye on while testing! We'll have to try out some other dry bags for washing, too. 👍 -Hannah

@kenvererer

5 жыл бұрын

I actually have a Sea-to-Summit drybag I've used in the same capacity, and I'd recommend the Scrubba over it. Most drybags (including the aforementioned) are quite a bit thinner, which is understandable, and rely on a wafer of coating to maintain waterproofing. The Scrubba's layer of plastic is significantly thicker. I suspect that's because while a regular dry bag is only designed to keep water out and air in, the Scrubba is designed to keep water in and air out. Since water is significantly heavier, the outward pressure of carrying a bag around with water is higher. I also think the valve on the Scrubba, the window on the side, and the nubs are small but useful upgrades. If the valve breaks, the valve breaks. Just my opinion.

@Pandababy1950

5 жыл бұрын

I wonder if you can produce the nubs yourself with a glue gun or a more durable glue.. alternatively a few marbles might work

@lilacKurage

5 жыл бұрын

@@Pandababy1950 buttons maybe?

@graced4844

5 жыл бұрын

for the bio-soap, dr. bronner’s sal suds is a common and relatively cheap option.

I am not disparaging the Scrubba... I've seen it work and it works well. So I pulled out my dry bag that I use for kayaking, went to the Dollar Tree and bought four rubbery/plastic spiked dryer balls for $1.25 U.S. plus tax. I put the balls in the bag with a SMALL amount of powdered detergent (and if you want to save space, use two and not four), and use them to press and scrub into the clothes I added as I agitated and massaged them into the clothing. I shook the bag vigorously in between (as my old hands get tired of working so hard) and repeat the process for 10-15 minutes, dump the water and rinse thoroughly using the same process. If you buy a new dry bag at a local (big box) U.S. retailer at the time of this comment, it will cost $14 (for a large one) plus tax. All in, for me it was a $17 solution to a $55 bag on our favorite online store. My version packs to near nothing (OK, about like a 2 liter bottle if you are using a large bag), and I keep it in my truck when I car camp. I was recently in a tornado ravaged area and had to help family and friends without running water and electricity (though there was a lot of fresh water in containers being brought in). I was able to clean a few loads using about 2 gallons of water per small load (1 gallon to wash, 1 to rinse) for our group to everyone's relief and great satisfaction. I'd think having about 3-4 gallons per load for two people (split evenly between washing and rinsing) would be perfect. I can wash daily laundry for two in one round if it's not large, bulky or winter laundry. In summer conditions, I can wash laundry for three, maybe four, depending on their size and the clothes they wear (I like using this method on synthetic fabrics -- think performance, moisture wicking Ts and nylon or polyester shorts or pants --as they repel water and weigh less, are less bulky overall, and they dry faster).

Thank you for that clear explanation of the bag, its uses, and its pros and cons. I appreicated it!

I was just put on to the Scrubba Wash Bag and was looking for a good tutorial on how to use it, this video was often! I love the review as well!

I got this for less than a dollar at goodwill!! Very good find!!!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great find Brett - thanks for sharing! 👍 - Rebecca

@OMGWTFLOLSMH

4 жыл бұрын

You overpaid. I got one free, as a gift.

@civisperpetuamdebitu

2 жыл бұрын

Nice

Cons: it is eye-wateringly expensive. Surely worth a mention in the video?

@bfourney

5 жыл бұрын

Also weighs more and packs much larger than just washing your clothes in a regular dry bag

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Timothy, it's certainly not a budget option, but we're not sure it's 'eye wateringly' expensive - good point to bring up though! - Nathan

@expression3639

5 жыл бұрын

You can get a cheap dry bag from aliexpress.

@KabobHope

3 жыл бұрын

@@expression3639 Yeah. I was waiting for the Chinese knockoff/homage.

@joekelly9369

3 жыл бұрын

A dry bag is £10 on amazon iv used them for 20 years , you dont need a valve . And theyre tough as hell

if you leave your clothes in there, roll it up, open the water release valve... you can ring out the water.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Great tip James - thanks for sharing! Is the Scrubba a must have when you travel? 😊 - Rebecca

Brought mine with me for a two-week trip to Europe. I did have access to washing machines at some points, but this just made it so much more convenient. The only kicker is making sure you extract as much water as possible, since it's not being extracted by a washing machine. Hotel room towels work well. If you're changing hotels often, you need to plan accordingly so things have adequate time to dry.

@PackHacker

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, Jill! - Austin

Also handy for delicate clothes with a "handwash only" label :)

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

It sure is DebbieG * - thanks for watching!! 😊👍 - Rebecca

@Talk2MeNice

5 жыл бұрын

That’s what I was thinking of using it for!

@yolsevmoon9381

3 жыл бұрын

Do you know if can be used for period panties after u clean excess bl..d Thanks

thanks for the video! i'm sold!!

So amazing and incredible in all situations

This was a very helpful review, thank you! I was full-time in an RV for four years, so I’ve got this bag, but most of the places I stay at in the Thousand Trails campgrounds have a laundromat on site. But my old dog just started leaking, so he’s wearing doggy diapers now and this is absolutely perfect for him so he has fresh diapers all the time. I also forgot to close the valve, L O L. I use the towel underneath it as I’m scrubbing, and then I use the same towel to ring out the clothes later. So that works well. I’m glad I got this. And thanks again for your review. Safe travels!

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your insights and watching 😃 -Eric

Thank-you for the video. I got he 5 piece kit it has 2 blow up hangers a little towel to roll up cloths in after wash and a cloths line. I noticed you talked about the shirts being very wet so I opted for the upgrade. I don't travel much myself I live in a very nice area so I use this at home for my cloths that can't go in the dryer. I know one day I'll travel and I'll be so glad to have this

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😃 -Eric

This was helpful. Thank you 👍🏻

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😃 -Eric

Thanks for showing this off. I have a two week trip to Europe coming up and only want to bring a carry on. This looks like it will be perfect for laundry on the go.

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out! -Eric

Love this idea! Some ppl may be ok with mixing and matching clothes to save space, but it grosses me out thinking about wearing something twice, especially if I’ve worn and sweated on it for a whole day. Air drying doesn’t cut it. Thank you for this solution! Adding it on my wish list.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you're digging it Mona! The Scrubba comes in very useful for washing clothes on the go! Thanks for watching! 😊👍 - Rebecca

With regard to getting clothes dry after using the sack I beleive the portable clothes dryer has already been invented in the form of portable washing lines. A stretchy cord with hooks either end. While camping I always take string (also handy for extra guy ropes, during high winds) & pegs. Its usually possible to fix up a line. If not I use the pegs to hang small items on the guy ropes. You can get portable lines that do not require pegs as they are double & you can pull corners of the cloth between the twisted lines. But pegs are jolly useful for a lot of things. I often have one or two in my handbag. Useful for closing that bag of nuts, pegging a note to something, holding the tongue of your shoe in place while you slip your foot in, pegging babies toy to something so it dosen't get lost. Pegging papers you need for some transaction together, holding receipts, stamps etc. Stopping your sunhat from blowing away, pegging a garment at the throat to keep a cold wind out, gatering a too large hood so it dosen't fall over your eyes etc etc.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Great info here Sarah, thanks for sharing! Pegs really are so versatile! How many do you take with you on an average trip? 😊 - Rebecca

@sarahstrong7174

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker I usually have two in my handbag. If I was camping in a place such things are not provided & I was travelling in a vehicle I would probably take about twelve, but if I had to carry everything it would probably be about five. Also it is not always necessary to wash the whole garment if an item is not really dirty but just needs refreshing. Sometimes it is possible just to wash the armpits & neckline of a teeshirt for example. As well as needing less water, it will dry quicker as the water from the wet patches spreads out across the entire garment.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your travel tips here Sarah - we're so glad you've been able to find what works for you! 👍 - Rebecca

@fireflysparks1105

5 жыл бұрын

HAHA 😂 sorry lol 😂 😝 I read that as ‘pegging babies to something’!!!!! 🤦‍♀️😂😂😂😂 hahaha the picture in my head was brilliant!!!! 😂😂

@sarahstrong7174

5 жыл бұрын

@@fireflysparks1105 Didn't you know thats what ears are for? Designed to enable Mums to hang them on the line after washing.

I have taken my Scrubba bag camping, and I love it. I only pack two outfits, and a couple extra pairs of socks and underthings. So I'm a wash, wear, spare, person. It just takes a few minutes to wash a shirt, pair of pants socks and underwear, and hang them on a line to dry.

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your insights! 🤙 -Eric

Honestly this would be phenomenal when traveling with cloth diapers

5 years ago I bought the scrubba for my Africa trip but well… it didn’t come true because of my trip to the hospital. Couldn’t travel since then but I want starting 2022 latest. I am glad that scrubba was a good choice.

I already have a no electric portable washer for when there is no electric at home and a dry pack (barely big enough) that I use for travel. I think the tactical Scrubba would work for me. I like the clear panel. Portable dryers are available but would be great to see the designs updated.

Excellent comprehensive review. Thanks

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊 -Hannah

Never heard of this before. Gonna have to look into it. Thanks.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

That's great Dawn - let us know what you think! 😊👍 - Rebecca

I plan to do more motorcycle travel, which will mean more camping in remote areas over longer durations. Since I usually only carry 3 changes, doing laundry frequently will just be a fact of (off) road life. I don't really appreciate the cost of these, but they do look like a great solution.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a great trip! The Scrubba would certainly be a solution here. - Nathan

Thank you for your wonderful demo of the Scrubber Bag. Space and weight is an issue while traveling with a carry-on for weeks at a time. This is going to save me money and keep me presentable as I travel throughout Europe and Africa.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

That's great to hear, let us know how you get on with the Scrubba. Happy Travels! 😊 - Rebecca

Hmm very interesting. Last few trips I have found my self in need of clean laundry. (Trying to get the family to pack light, I usually need access to laundry.) This looks cool & I don't think the price is bad. After reading all the comments I am wondering how a dry bag with a rubber washer ball would compare? I may test it out. For around $23. If it's a fail. I still have a dry bag to use and the washer balls can be used at home. Cool review.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

We're keen on testing that one out too, good luck Flowerchild! Thanks, - Nathan

@henri6595

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Idea i got to try out Flowerchild 81!

Well, there we go, I really need this for my disaster relief trips to Africa I guess 🤔🤩

I have one with backpack straps and keep also be use as a shower

awesome, cheers!!

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 🤙 -Eric

This is amazing. Thx 4 sharing!

Looks like a useful piece of kit for travel. Thanks!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Glad you're digging it Wordsmyth8! 😊👍 - Rebecca

That was very helpful, thank you!!

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

You got it, Sarva! We're glad you found the video helpful. 👍 - Rebecca

GREAT information!!! Thanks for sharing!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You got it, Amy! 😊🙌 - Rebecca

Thank you for this extensive review!

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

You got it, E. Betzen! 👍 - Rebecca

Alright. I bought a dry bag to test this. I washed 5 pairs of socks. I scrubbed for way more than 3 minutes. I used fabric softener too so they would come out nice and soft. After drying, the socks were "crunchy" under the toes and heel which means that this wasn't enough to completely wash off the sweat. I also did something like 5 rinses. It still wasn't enough to get rid of all the hair and lint from the water. I had to rinse off the socks individually in the end. I highly doubt that having the little knobs in there would have made a difference. I might as well have used the dry bag as a basin and washed the socks by hand. They probably would have come out cleaner.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience Expression - sorry to hear this did not work for you! We did find the internal washboard was a great addition. It came in super handy for scrubbing the clothes that need a deeper clean - hope this helps! 😊 - Rebecca

@Degga911

5 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't use it in the house. But when I'm out bike packing later this year this will come in handy for a quick and easy wash.

People forgot how to hand-wash

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Maria - hand washing is definitely an option, but it's great that there are other products on the market that can be useful. Thanks for watching! 😊👍 - Rebecca

@expression3639

5 жыл бұрын

How is this relevant? You still need some sort of container to hold water when you hand wash. Do you bring a plastic basin with you when you go camping?

@Littlevisser

5 жыл бұрын

Haha true

@FoggedTears

5 жыл бұрын

Your comment is useless.

@gabitzakissy

5 жыл бұрын

@@expression3639 i think you can actually improvise on this and use a regular bag instead. It's not "revolutionary" from my point of view, it's just a waste of money with a fancy name.

What a truly excellent comprehensive review! Thank you!!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! -Hannah

Based on experience, I find it better to put the water and soap in first, then the clothing.

I wash my clothes in the sink anyway. I don't use a washing machine. I find it is Ok & enjoy hanging my clothes out on the line. Most items don't need much of a wash anyway. Its oily spots that require the most work.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Sarah! 😊👍 - Rebecca

@lime427

5 жыл бұрын

How do you treat oily spots?

@sarahstrong7174

5 жыл бұрын

@@lime427 I damp the area of cloth with water & then rub in ordinary bar soap thoroughly, till the whole area is well soaped. Next you need really hot water. If your tap won't run hot to the point where it is a little uncomfortable for your hands, then you may need to add water from a kettle to your basin. I wouldn't pour just boiled water direct onto clothes though, it could cause the dye to come out, or even shrink delicate fabrics. Then you move the cloth around & squeeze in such a way as to force the water through the marked area, repeatedly. For heavily marked items you may need to resoap & repeat this process several times. I have managed to clean items that have had cooking oil spilt on them like this. If you want to remove black tarry oil, as sometimes found on beaches, out of clothing then you need to start by dissolving the mark using a lighter type of oil. I have used essential oil of Lavender on small marks. If you want to get black tarry oil from the beach off of inflatable water toys etc I have found margerine very helpful for softening the tar. A little fine sand in margerine may enable you to remove stubborn spots by rubbing.

@sarahstrong7174

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker Thanks for doing the video Rebbeca. All the best.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You got it Sarah - thanks for watching! 👍👍👍 - Rebecca

This is a fantastic idea. I like how it uses this water, and the efficiency looks good.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Definitely a stellar idea-we agree! -Hannah

I have used this scrubba on all my holidays. love love love it. I agree with everything in this review. one point I would like to add is I use this and the small one they have for delicates. I soak everything overnight or when out during the day to get my washing done. after soaking I wash with cold power liquid soap powder and rinse with conditioner. its all about time management.

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Debbie - it's great to hear that the Scrubba is working so well for you and that you've been able to adapt it to work for your travel style. Thanks for sharing your travel tips with us, soaking your items is a solid travel hack! 😊🙌 - Rebecca

Got mine when they first came out a few years ago. I use it at home for small loads, and always when camping.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! -Hannah

Awesome!!!

@PackHacker

2 жыл бұрын

🙌

Great review - thank you - we are sold!

While the upfront cost is a bit shocking, I'm certain that the savings will more than cover the costs. Loved the video. 😊

@LB-ou8py

2 жыл бұрын

It will. I have the old version that I bought December 2016. The updated twist knob is much better. I travel internationally about 3 weeks a year. Even though I paid $50 for it, it has more than paid for itself in convenience. It's much faster to wash 2 outfits in this, squeeze them out and hang them to dry in my hotel room than it is to wash each item in the sink or bath tub. Plus it saves my back and I don't have to find a laundry mat in a country where I can't speak the language. I've recommended it to friends, family and people I meet in my tour groups.

I like everything about it, but at 50$ it doesn't make sense. Laundromat is 1-2 dollars in most cities and you can fit a lot of clothes in there. It's a great idea, perfectly executed, but this can not cost over 35$, although ideally it would be priced somewhere in between 20-30.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Commentator541 - thanks for sharing your thoughts here! Yes, if you're traveling to cities, the Scrubba does not seem as necessary and you can opt to save space in your pack. However, we found the Scrubba to be more useful in remote locations where a washing machine and even a sink wasn't available. Hope this helps! Thanks for watching! 😊👍 - Rebecca

I've been using the Scrubba for about 5 years, mostly on Canadian fly-in fishing trips where weight is an issue, so as few clothes as practical are packed. No problems with the Scrubba, but it has had a lot of use and is showing it's age. I will replace it as it's invaluable not only to me but also to my fishing pals olfactory senses. :-)

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear, sljoseph74! We're so glad the Scrubba is working well for you and that it's still holding up. It sounds like you've really put this thing to the test. Thanks for sharing your experience with the community! 😊🙌 - Rebecca

Awesome, Thanks for sharing

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You got it Amit! 👍🙌 - Rebecca

I have owned a Scrubba for several years and have taken it on many trips. I like it because sinks in hotels or hostels are sometimes either too small, have no plug, or are not really clean so they would not work well for hand washing clothes. I prefer to do my own laundry for many reasons, including reducing costs, not losing items when you send them out for a wash, and not knowing what sort of chemicals/soaps/or dirty water your clothing is exposed to at a laundry service (trust me, I've seen how stuff gets washed in a bunch of places...pretty dodgy). I'd recommend using Scrubba in the tub or shower in case you spring a leak (mine hasn't, but it's possible to forget to close the valve or not fold the top tightly enough). Pro tip: you can use your foot to agitate the Scrubba while you're in the shower! Then you can rinse and dry yourself and your clothes at the same time. :) Yes it's a pricey gadget, so perhaps not worth it for everybody, but I travel a lot and always bring my Scrubba so it's paid me back in savings on laundry services. For a cheaper option, you could do the same with a mid-weight dry bag without the scrubbing nubs.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear mountainwit - thanks for sharing your experience with us! We're so glad you've been able to make the Scrubba work well for you and your use case. We love the idea of using it in the shower, great tip! 😊👍🙌 - Rebecca

Or you could just buy a Sea to Summit dry view sack for like half the price. It doesn't have the little scrubbers inside but it's way smaller when packed, less fiddly, has more color options and has different size options.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion, we'd be interested in trying these out side by side. Have you washed your clothes this way before? How did it do? - Nathan

@bfourney

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker I haven't used the scrubba to compare, but I've seen one in store and it's really bulky and expensive in comparison so I didn't bother. Also I went for something a bit smaller capacity so it's not as heavy or large when filled with water.

thank you for this! this actually gives me idea on how to do my laundry. because i am just so so so lazy to do laundry, i think this will work the best for me. i can do the rubbing in front of my computer while watching something interesting like movie or etc to make it more fun and less boring!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Avarinth - you sure can, thanks for sharing! 😄🙌 - Rebecca

@007nadineL

3 жыл бұрын

rub with yr feet .

Depending on what kind and amount of soap or detergent you use, you could be doing a lot of rinsing.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Great point gpan62 - it's important not to overuse the soap with the Scrubba. Thanks for sharing! 👍 - Rebecca

How is it different than buckets..

Do you think it would be possible to was your duvet cover in the scrubba wash bag? I am a student that just started to live at uni, and to save some money, I thought I'd invest in the scrubba wash bag, rather than paying ever time to wash my clothes. So I was just wondering if a duvet would fit? And can you use washing capsules in the bag? I just think in that case I'd have to have to pop the capsules. But I'd rather make sure :)

Clearly all the people commenting that this is useless or you can use a sink don’t travel out in the bush, thru hike, or long distance car travel, or travel to places where potable water is scarce. This is a great product and yes there are less expensive alternatives. That doesn’t mean there’s no place for this type of item. Thanks for the review!

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

You got it, C Habel! We're glad you're digging the review. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with the community. 😊🙌 - Rebecca

"It might look like a regular dry bag, bit it has pictures on the front telling you how to wash a thing" 😂

Sounds ideal - Thanks for highlighting this product

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You got it, Susie! - Tom

55 US dollars for a plastic/silicone bag. Lol.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

We're guessing this one's not for you then Celeste? Is it the price, or the product (or even both)? - Nathan

@celestes.7187

5 жыл бұрын

Price. It’s the same material as a dry bag with slight alterations..

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us Celeste S. 😊👍 - Rebecca

@celestes.7187

5 жыл бұрын

Pack Hacker You’re welcome

@tinahuttner7280

5 жыл бұрын

55$!? Shit that's how much my heating was for a month!

Why not making how to clean backpack?

Rinsing ?

Tbh, I want one for using well living in my car.

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your insights with us! -Eric

Very nice , thx for the video. I rec'd this as a gift a while back but haven't found a chance to use it. Looks great though. Curious if you all have used Dr Bronner's soap with this, or at all? If so, what are your thoughts?

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Chris, we haven't used Dr Bronner's soap with this, but I know Tom has had good experiences with Dr Bronner's in the past. - Nathan

It's genius. I motorbike camp but every 3rd day or so stay in a hotel. This will be perfect :)

Oh wow I've never seen something like this. As someone who lives on the road for long stretches, I've wished for a cheaper/more convenient way to do my laundry than laundromats. Washing my clothes in a bucket did /not/ work out well. I might just have to give this laundry bag a shot!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Scrubba Firiel - let us know what you decide! 😊👍 - Rebecca

@rykellim

4 жыл бұрын

Trust me, I have been told that some people will throw CARPETS - yes, those which everybody steps on in front of the doorstep - into the coin-operated washing machines in Malaysia... which is why I take the effort now to bring my clothes to the laundry shop! (RM12 for 3kg or less of clothings) I wish I had brought my Scrubba with me!

I have a rubber sink stopper down in the bottom of my bag. Soap them all in the sink and toss them in the shower, I scrub what needs to be scrubbed and rinsing in the shower is quick, easy and takes less time than a sink. So many gaggits out there, I would need another 18L bag for all the gaggits.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

That's a nifty hack there! Sounds good, - Nathan

I'm a volunteer nurse going to Ukraine. This review was very helpful. Good Job. Thanks!

@PackHacker

2 жыл бұрын

Keep up the great work, Andrew! 👊 -Eric

I have been travelling for 30 years, I have never used anything special for washing clothes. Just a sink, a bar of soap or if I stay somewhere a while I will buy clothes powder. Sometimes I use a plastic shopping bag to plug the sink. But I don't think I am gonna want to carry around a bag for that purpose. What will it smell like after months of travel?

@PackHacker

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Evelyn! Sink laundry works great on the road, too. - Tom

Very cool! Tfs

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

👍👍

Were can I get one of those?

@PackHacker

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Nathan! You can find the buying info on our full review: packhacker.com/travel-gear/scrubba/wash-bag/ 😊 - Rebecca

I have the older model with a floatie-style valve. I'm also not sure mine shows water levels for amounts of clothes. I'd definitely say you have to be conservative with how much you load in it. I have, sometimes, washed soiled clothes and after drying them, realized they still weren't clean. Re-washing those items in smaller batches with more soaking helped. I also found it productive, if you have enough body strength, to actually shake the Scrubba instead of massage it. It seems to work faster and more effectively. Overall I'm mostly happy with the Scrubba, but not as happy as I'd be just using wash-and-fold dropoff laundry, which most of the world has. But insofar as I've chosen to use it, and I've used it with limited loads, it's worked well. YMMV.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

All great tips, Ken. Great to hear you're happy with it! -Hannah

I think that IKEA Rensare 9l will work about the same.

I use huge zip lock bags for my socks and underwear

If I have access to water, why would I need that bag?

Any old dry bag works .. iv used them for decades ! Dangle it in a tree to Wind agitate , the standard dry bags are super tough and cheap .VALVE ? Never needed one

This is good for my 15 item minimalist wardrobe.

Awesome review!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scot, glad you liked it. - Nathan

A one or two gallon ziploc bag is a whole lot cheaper and works just as well.

I got one to rinse my sportswear with sports wash right after zumba class.

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Hey MsLia32 - that's a great idea, thanks for sharing! 😊 - Rebecca

Use a plastic basin size big should do the trick and cheaper.

Where can you purchase this in the US?

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

If you look at our full review you will see all the buying options! 😃 packhacker.com/travel-gear/scrubba/wash-bag/#pricing-comparison -Eric

@Teachmond

Жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker I did maybe I missed it.

I like the joke about portable laundry dryer :D I think it was a joke.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Haha-thanks! -Hannah

Wish I had this during India!!

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Definitely! We thought the same thing when testing this thing out - it would have come in so handy. - Nathan

💡 Acquire a rugged ziplock or contractor trash bag - there's your scrubba

Can you squeeze down and roll the bag with the clothes inside the bag to expel some of the water?

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You sure can Remuted - great tip! Thanks for sharing! 😊 - Rebecca

Why do I keep thinking "...here come the scrubba dubbers, splish splash splish sploosh"

you absolutely don't need this for washing, scrub with your hands

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey - the Scrubba isn't a necessity, but it comes in super handy if you have sensitive skin and want to keep your hands dry. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us! 😊 - Rebecca

Hey great vid! I just used mine for the first time and I had liquid leaking out of the rolled top when I was rubbing the laundry...any advice/ideas on why this could be? Cheers!

If you are doing vanlife a plunger and 5 gallon pail is a hell of a lot cheaper

@PackHacker

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! 😃 -Eric

I bought a dry bag of about that size for $15. It is a little too much at $55 for the same bag.

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing what works for you Haileigh! 😊 - Rebecca

Buying similar ones on much cheaper price from aliexpress. They called these as Dry bags. They can also be used as vacuum bags for packing. Whatever of the brands, most of them made in China. No need to pay extra for a brand.

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Voy Cok - we're glad you've found something that works for you! From our testing, we've found that paying more for higher quality gear improves the durability of the products. Thanks for watching! 👍 - Rebecca

@goingtobed

5 жыл бұрын

If it matters to you, I reached out to Scrubba and they told me that US bought bags are made from "consenting, of age adults in Texas." If you're buying in the UK or Australia, they are also made within those respective countries. However, yes, every other country order is made and shipped out from China

@voycok3639

5 жыл бұрын

@@goingtobed Hi. Most people in the world always try to find the best valuable products on balancing the price and the quality, and not overpaid.

@mrsaye499

5 жыл бұрын

Goingtobed yes it matters to me. Someone mentioned a warranty. If they stand behind their product, I don't mind paying a little extra.

I feel like it's just as easy to use a sink or tub. If not near a body of water. Otherwise could work if not around said body of water.

@PackHacker

Жыл бұрын

It’s nice to keep soap out of local rivers and streams. But a sink or tub works well, too 😃 -Eric

I came here possibly wanting a Scrubba bag. I leave here knowing I don't want one.

Have you guys tried it with soap berries or any other zero waist alternative?

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Diana - we've heard good things, but we haven't tested them with or without the Scrubba. How are they working for you? 😊 - Rebecca

Is it ok to wash merino wool clothes in it? I'm considering merino wool clothes mainly because of your packing list.

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Danielle, we found the Scrubba to be a great solution for washing Merino wool and any other similar, delicate items of clothing. It's gentle on clothing and means you can use your own Merino wash. Plus you don't have to worry about items of clothing getting lost or ruined. Hope this helps! 😊 - Rebecca

Is there a particular type of laundry detergent you would recommend using with this? Something that rinses out easily?

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey EC peesy, we'd recommend liquid detergents as the suds activate quicker - but solid detergents will work too (it'll just take a few more scrubs) - Nathan

@ECpeesy

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker Thanks!

They look good but for better value for money I'd recommend a good quality dry bag like the Sealline 'Black Canyon' range which are designed for kayak trips and are very heavy duty. They come in a range of sizes including 20, 30, 40, 50 litre etc. Might be good to have the nubs and valve with the Scrubba but could you do without them? Of course..

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Simon! 😊👍 - Rebecca

@simonvance8054

5 жыл бұрын

@@PackHacker Also thank you for the review..it makes things easier for us gear buyers!

@simonvance8054

5 жыл бұрын

@Frank Sparks Difference in cost was huge. I got a 40 litre Sealline B.C for about 20 pounds on special from outdoorgb.com They may be discontinued now but anything by Sealline is great quality. Other brands also make great dry bags. I noticed there's a Sea to Summit 35L clear bag for 9.98 on there..great website...

@PackHacker

5 жыл бұрын

You got it Simon - glad you found the review helpful! 🙌 - Rebecca

A dry bag. I'll use the sink

I know this is review of regular Scrubba, but do you tested maybe real capacity of Mini version? Scrubba states it fits one t-shirt OR two socks, I am curious if one could squeeze there tshirt AND one sock. This way I could split my clothes in 2 parts instead of 3 (up+sock, down+sock vs. up, down, socks).

@PackHacker

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Maciej - we've also tested out the Scrubba Wash Bag Mini packhacker.com/travel-gear/scrubba/wash-bag-mini/ - check out our full review for more info and our testing experience. Hope this helps, let us know if you have any more questions! 😊👍 - Rebecca