I live in Florida and go to the beach a lot. This bag was well worth the money.  I have been through many beach bags. This one is so good that I bought two.  Lots of outer pockets and mesh so sand goes through.  The best part is it is very very durable. It is very large.  I have two because I like to bring lots of supplies to the beach.  Water bottles sun screens over sized towels books kites and they all fit for this family of 4.