Disclosure: I received product samples. Opinions shared are 100% mine.
Busy, busy, busy! If things weren’t already wild and crazy, they sure are now. This morning was a whirlwind of firsts, from the first instrument my daughter gets to play (clarinet) to the first day of soccer. All of that was followed by a school practice and a birthday party. When we finally collapsed in our recliners, my husband and I joked about the fact that I’m officially a soccer mom. We kept joking about the old David Letterman sound byte — Soccer Moms….Soccer MAMAS! My kids also start ball this summer (t-ball and softball) so there will be more running around. One of the things that completely baffled me was how much gear we’d need for spring sports. I’m new to the childhood sports world, and it’s time to take notes. Today I was grateful for the Paradox backpack we had sitting in the van. It will get a lot of use this spring!
The DeMarini VooDoo Paradox backpack from Sports Unlimited is designed to hold a glove, helmet, ball, and other relatively small gear that you need for sports. It comes in several different colors that boys and girls alike will adore. On the left and right sides of the pack, you’ll find two zipper-pull neoprene sleeves that are perfect for stashing baseball/softball bats. I often see students carrying bulky backpacks with their baseball bats sticking out precariously; the Paradox is the solution to that problem.
The main compartment is generously sized — it even held my son’s basketball with room to spare. When empty, though, it’s fairly compact and lies flat despite the front pockets. There’s a vented shoe compartment as well. You’ll be thankful that the backpack won’t smell like feet!
The textured pads on the back of the pack, paired with the textured straps, make it comfortable to carry the load. The fence hook makes it simple to hang the pack to keep it off the ground, which comes in handy in wet scenarios. I noticed that the straps and other attachments were secured with extra reinforcements, such as double-stitching or covered by an added strap. These details make it likely to last longer. I would caution you to be careful with the zippers. I pulled the tag off, rather than cutting it with scissors, and it broke the zipper pull. It’s not a problem since there are two zipper pulls on the top compartment, but it made me realize that the zippers might be more fragile. Aside from that, I found the Paradox backpack to be sturdy and generously sized. It’s great for hauling around all the sports equipment we’ll need this spring.
What will you be carrying around this spring?
Looks like a good and sturdy backpack. I don’t have kids as of yet but my mom used to chauffeur me around to orchestra and swim team practices in high school!
I don’t have kids but I used to take my goddaughter to her soccer games. This looks like a bag that can handle anything your son gives it.
I am a soccer mom too and I love it! Both my boys play! Welcome to the club!
What a great bag. We have two dance bags and a diaper bag that we always are caring around. So many things never enough room.
I remember the days of soccer games with the kids. This looks like a great bag for lugging everything for the games.
This sounds like a great backpack for any sports fan!! Congrats on the new title of soccer mom I am sure you will love watching the games!
Congratulations on your new title and upgraded schedule! My son has just started asking about soccer so we are checking out local leagues.
I guess I would be a swim mom. My daughter is on the swim team.
You want your children involved and active, then, you realize that means you are involved and active times the number of kids you have. My grandkids are that way and it seems that they often have to be at different places at the same time. Lots of running around but the memories, fun, and bonding for all are great.
Congratulations! My son played soccer for a while in high school & I did my share of time as a soccer mom too.
I am not yet a soccer mom, but I am sure at least one of my three will be playing this sport. That backpack looks like it will hold up well with your kid’s equipment.
Having the right tools for the trade is a must as a sports mom- having stylish and functional bags to carry all the gear is equally important. The DeMarini bag looks like the perfect soccer mom tote for mother or son!
I have a lot of great memories of being a soccer mom. I even had the minivan 🙂
I’m laughing because you say you’re a soccer mom but it also looks like you’re a basketball mom from the photos. Is there a term “sports mom”? That’s you! This backpack looks great and will be sure to get you through every sport’s season!
I know, so silly, right!!! I don’t have his soccer equipment yet because I wasn’t sure what to buy. We’re new to the sports thing!
My kids are finally getting old enough to do sports. I’m going to be needing sports bags and this one looks fabulous.
My daughter used to play basketball! She would have loved this bookbag to carry her ball and uniform!
Sports Unlimited has the best sports products! This back pack looks like a very durable one!
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This backpack looks awesome! Can totally relate to being a multi-sport parent now!
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Loved the tag you have given yourself “Soccer Mom” sounds cool and familiar to Super Mom 🙂
Totally agree with the overall pointers.
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I’m going to be needing sports bags for my children and this one looks so stunning. This backpack looks great for every sport’s season! Thank you so much and keep up the good work!