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Roka sample sale

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BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop · 03/01/2023 11:39

Has anybody tried this? A mystery bag for £29.95?
I’ve fancied a Roka backpack for a while but haven’t quite decided. They have this offer just now but I’m aware it could go disastrously wrong.

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Puffalicious · 05/01/2023 18:26

BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop · 05/01/2023 18:10

It would be nice if you had the option to request preferred characteristics- backpack or crossbody, size, bright or muted colour- but then, why would they do that when we’re all jumping in anyway? 😁

I thought this too! Such sheep- baaaaa🤣 🐑

AdventFridgeOfShame · 05/01/2023 18:33

FFS you lot have just persuaded me to buy a mystery bag. But hey, free postage...go for it Grin

All I wanted was my handbag but a bit bigger so that I can fit an epipen in.

I'll let you know what I got.

APurpleSquirrel · 05/01/2023 18:46

Lol! I got my first Roka backpack a few years ago - my niece chose it for me in JL, my brother let her loose - she had very good taste for a 4yo!
Got a new one for Christmas, a Cranfield B in Midnight - love it!
Now you've persuaded me to buy a mystery bag too! Tbh DH wants one too so if its similar he can have it.

PenguinTattoo · 05/01/2023 18:48

Baaaa! MN really need a sheep emoticon. Grin

Puffalicious · 05/01/2023 18:48

Advent we're clearly easily persuaded! My justification is that I've been nowhere near sales. Certainly not to OP's £200 blender (sounds lush).

I'm hoping for something to use in our camper van- not too sporty, but not a formal bag- for when we're in towns (rather than really rural/ Hill climbing). I hope it fits the bill, otherwise have a few birthdays coming up that could use it, so not much of a gamble. However, if I get the belt thing...😱

APurpleSquirrel · 05/01/2023 18:51

DH has just ordered his own! Grin

buckeejit · 05/01/2023 18:54

I really like the handles at the top. I know they're just like the kanken bags but I never had one of those. I've not seen the roka bags before & am sure these are just what I need to get super organised this year!

BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop · 05/01/2023 18:54

We might be sheep but we’ll be sheep with fancy sustainable, slightly misshapen bags!

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AdventFridgeOfShame · 05/01/2023 18:56

🐏We have sheep 🐑

Haven't been near a single sale. Feeling glum about lugging an extra 6oz of kit about. Feels quite exciting getting a true surprise, I've spent decades persuading the family that a surprise is only good if they can guarantee I like it. No pressure Roka, but I'd better like it Grin

APurpleSquirrel · 05/01/2023 19:00

Honestly I love my Roka's - very practical when out & about with kids, comfortable, waterproof (some styles), lots of pockets & roomy.

LadyMcLadyface · 05/01/2023 19:09

Told myself I wouldn't buy anything in the sales, then this thread got me. Can't wait for my mystery bag 😂🐑 (and thanks to the pp for the free delivery code!)

Puffalicious · 05/01/2023 19:09

Feels quite exciting getting a true surprise, I've spent decades persuading the family that a surprise is only good if they can guarantee I like it. No pressure Roka, but I'd better like it

This is EXACTLY how I feel Advent. If I get purple/plum I'll be on here trying to swap.it 🤣

Good to know squirrel thanks.

OC1977 · 05/01/2023 19:16

Just purchased here too. Based in Ireland and the code worked for free delivery here too.

buckeejit · 05/01/2023 19:19

I'm delighted so many people are buying-at least if we're disappointed & if it comes to swap shops, we should have a decent range! Grin

cataline · 05/01/2023 19:33

I got an aqua Finchley today and I love it!

So much so, I've ordered another lucky dip!

WarningToTheCurious · 05/01/2023 19:39

I hope @BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop is getting commission on all of these sales.

BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop · 05/01/2023 19:43

WarningToTheCurious · 05/01/2023 19:39

I hope @BriceNobeslovesMurielHeslop is getting commission on all of these sales.

Haha, I wish! But if Roka wanted to offer me the bag of my choice, I suppose I would be churlish not to accept. (It’s a medium canvas Finchley in Atomic Orange, ta)

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AmberPig · 05/01/2023 19:47

Please can everyone who’s ordered come back and tell us what you got, I want to see if it’s worth trying again or if I’m going to get another aqua Finchley!

Lovemusic33 · 05/01/2023 19:47

I just ordered one. I have been looking for a new bag but couldn’t find anything i liked, the zip broke on my bag so I am now desperate for a replacement. I like the idea of getting a random bag that I will have to use 🤣

buckeejit · 05/01/2023 20:15

@Lovemusic33 the thought scares me-I could end up buying 3 bags here if I don't get a med or large backpack in autumnal colours! Will have a lovely gift for someone though Grin

cravingmilkshake · 05/01/2023 20:17

I've given into peer pressure and just purchased 😏

mashpot · 05/01/2023 20:22

Mine has just been dispatched! So excited. Thanks for the thread!

Puffalicious · 05/01/2023 22:01

buckeejit · 05/01/2023 20:15

@Lovemusic33 the thought scares me-I could end up buying 3 bags here if I don't get a med or large backpack in autumnal colours! Will have a lovely gift for someone though Grin

Or come on here for the swap shop. You'll be my first port of call if I get plums/ burgundy/browns!

MysweetAudrina · 06/01/2023 08:12

No idea I needed a bag until I clicked on this thread. Now just need to wait and see exactly what type of a bag it was I needed.

Vinvertebrate · 06/01/2023 11:21

Or come on here for the swap shop. You'll be my first port of call if I get plums/ burgundy/browns!

Anyone want an aqua Finchley A at a v reasonable price?! 🙄 Or you could just do the “lucky dip” and probably get one anyway!

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