Does this have a "side" zip - i.e. it opens out like a suitcase, making packing and unpacking easier?
106750
It unzips all the way around. The lid is attached at the base. Similar to a suitcase.
106751
Yes it does have a fully opening side zipper. It is not a traditional top loader. I love it!
106752
It does! Best travel backpack I've ever owned. My friend and I purchased the same one to backpack through Morocco and Spain. Couldn't have been happier with it's functionality.
106753
It unzips almost the entire way so the lid can flip back and open up just like a suitcase would. You'd be amazed at how much stuff you can pack into this bad boy!
106754
Yes. It zips along the full length. You'll have complete access. Be advised: the placement of the compression straps are too far apart, but that is easy to fix.
106755
Yes it zips open like a suitcase. It's very convenient to access all your clothes.
1704689
No, they don't have that. I open with a sliding pinch below the zipper so I don't stretch the top in trying to open bag.
2142155
It does I unzip on three sides and opens like a book. I've had mine since December 2012. I carry it everywhere and it is still in great shape.
376315
There is only one zipper on one of the sides, but you can zip it in either direction. If you you zip it slow enough it's pretty quiet, I'd say!
18909
No it doesn't have a zipper. But I have found it deep enough and the lack of a zipper was irrelevant for my needs.
1941708
The entire front unzips, plus the side....I got this for my sister and she loves it for taking the dog on the airplane. I'm not sure about the top, but it doesn't appear that it would also have a zipper at the top.
101395
Yes. The big front section zips and folds down, and there is a mesh panel behind that that zips in half to access the main compartment.The "top" and "front" access points do not connect like in a travel pack.FWIW, I only use the top opening and have never used this front access part
2026073
yes, as others have answered. it folds to one side or the other which makes it easier for packing if necessary.
204771
Yes the main zipper goes up ,across the top and down the other side so the top can be completely folded back for easy packing. Great pack!
2005183
No, the second compartment at the top of the bag is zipped, but the inside compartments are not. I've had this bag for 2.5 years and love it!
204772
no it opens from the top with a zipper. the opening is oval in shape and large enough to comfortably put everything inside
1791356
No. It was a gift for my daughter-in-law. They do zip up so they can't get out and she said is was real roomy and so much better than the one at Petsmart and lot less money.
1787933
No it does not, it closes with a flap-like thing. It's hard to explain but it is not like a regular pillow case where one side is completely open.
834754
Opening is on the side, and no it does not zipper shut. Two flaps just hang so children cannot get stuck inside the tent. It has been a big hit with the kids I've given it to.
757809
It opens from the long side like a suitcase would. There is room inside for a few small extra toys as well.
999575
No, only one end and the top of the carrier zip open but I can tell you I will not travel without them. I have 2 and trips are much less stressful and my dogs are very happy and secure in their carriers.
766620
Yes it does. There is an opening on the side towards the bottom. My son has used this for several camps so far. According to him, there is also a way to split the whole big compartment into two. Tio can be accessed from main opening and bottom from the other opening.