Originally Posted by
pricesquire
Tumi isn't "rarely" discounted. It's discounted (at my last count) around 6 times per year, the past 2 years. Try gilt.com or ruelala.com. Also, if you're fortunate enough to live near a Tumi outlet, you'll find tons of product at 50% off or more.
Never used a B&R bag so can't comment there.
Re: the 35 cent per dollar spent on eBags..it CAN be worth it, if: (1) you have a specific redemption in mind, or need a top off, or can't apply for another Citi card
AND (2) you actually need (two) new Tumis!
To answer questions about Tumi: yes Tumi has 20% (or more !) every now and then, and if you love Tumi items like I do, sometimes this can be a a bargain. But the sale just includes last year's models (who cares right?) and you have to pay taxes if the store has a local store where you live.
We have a Tumi outlet nearby and one in Orlando and they are OK but not the greatest place. Some of the items are not as discounted as we expect them to be. I believe that the "outlet" sign can be deceptive some times. And you have to pay taxes which can add up. ( and no extra miles thru portals)
Ruelala, Gilt, Belle&Clive, even Macys can have some bargains but you have to act quickly, inventory is small.
Ebay, hmm too many Chinese knock off here and there.
Yesterday, I got the item I wanted ( Ducati line ) and the price was OK. That and the freebies.
PS Northface at Ebags is way overpriced !