I used to bring only liquid but now only bar soap. One for hair, one for clothes and one for shower. I need a specific type for my hair (color treated). 😁 I collect bar soap from hotels too to wash my clothes, or when using public restrooms with no soap, but whenever I use them on my body my skin dries out. So, I just bring my own, and bar soap seems to last longer too. I wrap mine in baby wipes (not the cheaper ones or they will put fuzz on your soap) and store them in Ziploc bags. I was hoping this Matador soap holder had some kind of breathable flexible sponge too, because that's the one thing I don't have and sorely need when the soap constantly falls into the slippery sink. Just bought a 4 pack of bar soap sponges on Amazon just now. Thank you for this video!
Good to hear from you Global Adventurer! Haven't seen you around in the comments in a bit. We always appreciate your packing consideration and well-thought-out solves.Really excellent tips here, and we'll be on the lookout for the breathable/flexible sponge case! - Tom
....just to add to my previous comment, I just received those soap sponges from Amazon. I think they will fit inside of those pouches or any other soap container since they can be trimmed. They aren't made of sponge material though, something else. So far, I like them very much. They're called S&T soap saver bundle.
Love this soap bag. The soap drys out easily but its still waterproof. I’m not sure it’s necessary to make such a big deal out of being able to manually (with difficulty) unroll the roll over closure, Ive used it relentlessly and thats never happened. On a different tack I was looking for a waterproof container for my hearing aids whilst riding and couldn’t find anything more than ‘water resistant’ so I bought another for my hearing aids which as all deafys will know get moisture building up in them and need to air. This has been perfect. The hearing aids are protected from the rain but can still dry out. Pricey for what it is but worth it.
I wish the tag is an area for labelling instead. It would be beneficial for someone like me who likes to bring shampoo, conditioner, shower, and lotion bar on the go.
Would this fit one of the square shaped shampoo bars? I only use ethique shampoo bars and they tend to be thicker and more square than regular soap bars.
I love Ethique too. Their compostable containers aren't the greatest but does hold a shampoo and conditioner bar well to keep it closed use one of those silicone wristbands. Usually branded with business names. or try the Lush aluminium square container.
This is tempting--I love trying the latest and greatest. That said, I've used a Sistema Klip It case (200ml size) for my bar soap (Dove face bar--gentle on my face and body) and it's worked great. I've had no problems with moisture, it fits everywhere, and is inexpensive.
Hey The Pondering Minimalist - we currently have no plans to create a video like this in the immediate pipeline, but I'll pass your thoughts onto the team and we'll check it out. Is the Castile Soap a must-have when you travel? 😊 - Rebecca
All plastic travel soap boxes are waaaay too big for me! I found a clear hinged box from an organizing store that I use. Smaller than travel soap boxes. I would like to find other options, though.
Thanks for sharing your experience with us, Lisa! We found that the Matador FlatPak Soap Bar Case packhacker.com/travel-gear/matador/flatpak-soap-bar-case/ almost morphs to the shape of your soap, which is great if you're looking to travel light. Hope this helps! 😊 - Rebecca
Thanks for the review Tom, that term “dry through” does that mean moisture can escape the bag so the soap will b dry? I have tried soap in a baggie and that is awful. The soap just melts if the moisture stays trapped against it.
Ok, I just read the Levi String. Sounds like this bag does let moisture out. I don’t travel with liquids except wine, I go with a half bar of ivory soap, I know nobody wants the answer to be that easy but it works great, it cleans without leaving stuff behind. Does the morning laundry really well. Rinse so much easier than castle soap and leaves far less ring in the sink but that’s just imho your mileage may vary.
James - the fragrance of the soap exits when sealed - so there's definitely some breathability. We've had the best luck drying off the soap before storing it as it helps keep for longer. Tom
@@yeahthatsright33 Take a dry towel and literally encase the soap until it is completely dry. A paper towel would also work. Toilet paper not so much as it disintegrates.
I can’t tell did he wet the soap and put it in the pack and record the reaction. Did the pack hold up to the claims the manufacturer makes... Or did he just repeat it make a good air freshener and the pack looks sleek.
Hey Q A! You can find more info about the Matador FlatPak Soap Bar Case packhacker.com/travel-gear/matador/flatpak-soap-bar-case/ in the full written review. Let us know if you have any more questions! 😊 - Rebecca
Hey! The material used allows the soap to breathe and therefore dry out, you can read more about this in our full written review here packhacker.com/travel-gear/matador/flatpak-soap-bar-case/ where we share our experience and tips as well. 😊 - Rebecca
You definitely can Levi, and that's a great, easy, budget option. We've found that plastic bags deteriorate quicker and aren't as sustainable for long term travel. All depends on your use case!
Hey blondre3000 (nice username btw). We like to be as thorough as possible, really thinking through everything someone would like to know before making a purchase on the products we review. We try to paint the best picture we can and get someone as close to holding it in their own hands as possible. If you'd like to skim, feel free to look at our written review or skip around on the video timeline from the links in our description. Here's the written review: packhacker.com/travel-gear/matador/flatpak-soap-bar-case/
Maybe I'm crazy but why didn't they make this thing double as a wash mitt. The soap residue that's sure to cake the inside would be perfect for a quick and easy lather up. Put some sort of soft washcloth like lining inside, and make it a little bigger to fit on your hand, flip it inside out, and BAM! Dual purpose soap holder/wash mitt (because what kind of barbarian just lathers up using a bare bar of soap) that won't get your stuff all wet and won't build up disgusting crud on the inside. Now watch, Matador will steal my idea with no credit whatsoever.
Hey Pandatrack - Tom here. Plastic bag totally works, and if that's your jam, go for it! We've found the FlatPaks to be more optimal for reasons mentioned in the video. We're always going for optimal! As for the second part of your comment ... rude. - Tom
