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If you happen to live in Denver and were up yesterday for the 6:00 Morning News on CBS 4, you may have seen our very own eBagger Brad talking about holiday travel packing tips. Despite the early hour, Brad enthusiastically showcased some of eBags’ best selling bags including our packing cubes which are perfect for staying organized while traveling.

If you don’t live in Denver, or you’re like the rest of us and were asleep, you can watch it again in this video.

What do you think? Give us (and Brad) your feedback by leaving us comments on this post.

Happy Halloween from eBags! Here’s to a fun and safe night of trick or treating, handing out candy, going to costume parties, and watching scary movies.

So in celebration of today, we’re showing off our pumpkin bags - that is pumpkin colored bags of course. Afterall, what’s more appropriate on Halloween and during autumn than orange bags.

Bodhi Pebble Buckle Tote

Mango Tango Messenger Bag

Case Logic iPod nano Case

ACLynn Fortune Cookie Wristlet

Travelers Club Luggage 18″ Tote

Sunny Mays Bob Clutch

Orange not your color? Use eBags’ shop by color feature to find your perfect bag in your perfect color.

And now for something truly scary! The holidays are right around the corner. If you need help getting started holiday shopping, check out our Holiday Gift Guide.

Are you an eBags expert? Love games? Need to pass some time? Then test your knowledge with this eBags Word Search. Click on the image, print it, and search in the puzzle for the answers to the clues. Circle the words you find. Hint: All answers to the clues can be found on the eBags website.

CLUES

1. Daily incredible deal
2. Bag that holds water
3. Brand of handpainted leather handbags
4. The best way to find a laptop bag on eBags.com that fits your computer
5. This brand’s logo is a swoosh
6. Synonym for fake
7. Best selling eBags brand duffels
8. eBags program where 10% of pink bag purchases goes to the Komen foundation
9. Synonym for luggage
10. Where to find expert advice, news, and fun articles
11. Most popular brand of hydration packs
12. Synonym for courier bag
13. Bag brand that rhymes with okie dokie
14. Shiny leather or faux leather
15. Brand of travel sanitizers
16. Purse with top closure, triangular side profile, and a flat bottom
17. Brand of sports bags that is also a type of wild cat
18. Padded laptop case that fits snugly around computer
19. Popular brand of faux leather bags on eBags - Big ____
20. Something new moms carry around
21. Creator of Britto Luggage
22. Wheeled luggage is also called ______ luggage
23. Brand of quilted bags with unique patterns like Yellow Bird and Daisy Daisy
24. Large, double handled bag with an open top and open main compartment often used at the beach
25. A brand from Oscar de la Renta
26. Makers of the SuperBreak backpack
27. State where eBags is located
28. Bifold and trifold are types of _____
29. Way you can communicate with customer service live online
30. Brand of handbags made from candy wrappers

See the eBags Word Search solved.

Over 50,000 people participated in the 2009 Denver Race for the Cure and eBags was there to show our support too. We gave away 125 bags, 400 small accessories and 600 pink blankets to survivors and enjoyed meeting everyone who stopped by our booth. A big thank you to the following brands for providing the handbags, backpacks, luggage, and accessories:

Adidas
Baggallini
Big Buddha
Jessica Simpson
Lowepro
My Oilcloth
Roxy
Royce Leather

If you couldn’t be there, be sure to check out the photos from the event on our Facebook page and the video below.

Don’t forget that eBags supports Susan G. Komen for the Cure all year long with our Pick Pink program. When you purchase pink bags from eBags.com, 10% of the retail sales price is donated. Just make sure to check the box in your cart that says, “Yes, I would like eBags to donate…” before you check out.

Since July 2004, eBags customers have helped to raise more than $500,000 for Breast Cancer research, education, screening and treatment.

I want to say a big thank you to the eBags customer care team, and let you know that my thoughts are with you!

Manila in the Philippines is the home of the eBags customer care center. Last weekend, Manila experienced severe flooding and devastation as a result of tropical storm Ondoy. Many reports state that the rainfall alone was the worst the Philippines has seen in 40 years and compared the devastation to Hurricane Katrina in the US. When the storm began to peak late Saturday, Manila time, we had eBaggers who were not able to leave work because transportation in the city of Manila was already impossible. So, we had a team of agents that stayed at the office from Friday through the Saturday shift handling all calls and emails, as well as coordinating efforts for all to get home safely at the end of the day. In addition, there were two agents who actually traveled through the storm to report to work for their Saturday shift.

You guys are awesome… thanks so much for your dedication to providing excellent service for eBags customers.

UPDATE: eBags will be sending assistance and employee donations to help our fellow eBaggers overseas whose homes were devastated in the flood. Again, thank you for all that you do from everyone here in Denver. Our thoughts are with you.

Pink bags are not only stylish and constantly in-demand, but if you buy them through eBags’ Pick Pink program, they can also help fight breast cancer.

When you purchase pink handbags, pink luggage, pink backpacks, or any other pink product on eBags, 10% of the retail sales price will be donated to the Denver Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. Just make sure that you check the box in your cart that says, “Yes, I would like eBags to donate…” before you check out.

eBags’ Pick Pink program runs all year long, but as we approach National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October), now is a great time to pick up your pink bag and show your support.

Here are some suggestions to get you thinking pink!

Shop Pink Handbags

Shop Pink Luggage

Shop Pink Backpacks

Shop Pink Laptop Bags

Since July 2004, eBags customers have helped raise more than $500,000!

Did you know that every year, eBags sponsors the Denver Race for the Cure? If you’re in Denver for the race on October 4, be sure to stop by the eBags booth and say hi. Become our fan on Facebook and see photos from last year and stay tuned for pictures from this year’s event. Also check out last year’s video from the race.

For those of you who are avid skiers and boarders, I don’t think I need to remind you that the snow is about to hit the slopes–especially after giant reminders coming from events like Powder Daze, Ski-Rex, and SniaGrab. So hopefully you’ve grabbed your passes and you’re rearing to go this season!

One of the best ways to pick-up and hit the slopes is to have all of your gear in one bag. That way you can grab it, haul it into the car (or plane), and take-off. Here are some nifty bags that can make your snowboarding/skiing season all the more enjoyable.

Transpack TRV Boot & Gear Bag: This bag is perfect for those of you who are tired of finding a place to store your boots after boarding or skiing. The TRV bag has a separate compartment for your boots with drainage grommets to get rid of any left-over water. It also carries your helmet and other gear. There’s a mesh and fleece compartment for your goggles too. The Transpack TRV is one of the top-rated boot and gear bags on eBags! So if you’re looking for a new way to haul around your gear, check it out!

DC Tamo Wheely Snowboard Bag: Boarders, take a look! This is one of the most decked out snowboard bags you’ll ever see! The DC Tamo Wheely Bag has compartments for everything that you’ll need for your trip to the slopes. This bag comes with interior shoe and gear pockets, a tool pocket, outer gear pocket, a split main compartment, and a board only sleeve in the top compartment. If you’re the kind of person who likes to keep all of their stuff in one place, this is the way to do it. The bag also comes with skate wheels for a smooth transition. It would be a good bag to use if you plan on trekking through the airport before       you get to hit the slopes.

Sportube Series 3 Snowboard/Multi-Ski Case: Flyers! Don’t despair! The Sportube is here! I know, I know, not all of us are lucky to have the mountains in our backyard, so to speak. But no worries. There’s still a way for you to haul your snow-gear through the airport, onto the plane, and up to the slopes all in one piece. The Sportube is a high density polyethylene shell that protects one or two snowboards with bindings and boots, or multiple skis with bindings. The sportube can fit any length of equipment and is padded at both ends to protect your gear. It’s also approved to be used with a TSA lock. With this durable, yet light-weight case, you won’t have to worry about your gear getting knocked around. Once you’re on the plane you can sit back, enjoy your peanuts, and fantasize about your soon to be vacation on the slopes.

Tips for Packing Your SnowBoard/Ski Bag:

1. If you have a snowboard bag with no boot-pockets, you can store your boots lying flat on either end of your board when they’re dry. To avoid scratching the board, you can always use any extra clothes or plastic bags you’ve brought with you as dividers.

2. Helmets can also fit in between the bindings on your snowboard. Pack some clothes underneath it to avoid damage.

3. If you’re going a long-ways for for boarding or skiing, it’s always best to have a bag that can safely fit all of your gear. After all, you don’t want to find any damage on your equipment before you’ve even hit the slopes.

4. Try to find a designated pocket for your goggles that will keep them in good shape. If you don’t have one, you can always store your goggles on the inside of your helmet. Just wrap a scarf or extra shirt around them to make sure they stay inside.

5. Pack light! You don’t want to haul TOO much extra stuff around. It’s always best to grab what you need right before you hit the slopes. That way you can leave your bag in the car or in your room without worrying about it disappearing.

The world famous Brazilian Artist Romero Britto has just exclusively released a line designer luggage. It truly is unlike anything the art or travel world has ever seen. What is even cooler is that eBags has been chosen to be the ONE AND ONLY place you can get it. That’s right, we are the only place in the WHOLE WORLD. We just think it might be the coolest thing since the messenger bag made its debut.

This hard-sided luggage features the exact designs of Romero Britto. His artwork has been featured all over the world, from European castles to Bentley cars. It truly is a first of its kind!

As we mentioned earlier, eBags had the opportunity to team up with MomSquadBlog to participate in a backpack and school supply giveaway to families in need. eBags and MomSquadBlog.com are thrilled to announce the 5 wonderful families chosen to receive the backpacks filled with school supplies for their children.

The winners are…

• The Cook family in Michigan. Their family has personally been affected by the economy in Michigan, where jobs are hard to come by due to the automotive industry and one prize package will benefit their daughter entering the 4th grade.
• The Keeney family in Georgia. Their story truly touched my heart, as Mr. Keeney is blind and his wife, a teacher, has recently been laid off. They have two children, and one prize package will benefit their son entering the 2nd grade.
• The Sexton family in Texas. Mr. Sexton is a former Marine that was recently laid off from his job and has returned to school full-time to make a better life for his family. They have two sons and three daughters. A prize package will be sent to benefit one of their children returning to school.
• The Sherman family in NY for their granddaughter entering the 11th grade. Their granddaughter’s mother is struggling and their granddaughter will really benefit from one of these packages.
• The Wesley family in Maryland. They have four children and both of the Wesley’s were recently laid off & are on the hunt for employment, so a prize package will go to one of the two children returning to school.

Congrats to all of the winners, we wish your families the best and hope your kids have a great school year!!

MomSquadBlog.com is currently accepting applicants to win a back-to-school giveaway for underprivileged families. eBags donated 5  backpacks that MomSquadBlog filled with supplies to giveaway! eBags is so glad they were able to contribute to such a great cause. Check it out, and nominate those you think would benefit from such a great gift!