You know those giant totes that can hold a laptop, a change of clothes, and a small dog? Banished. They are the enemy. The Rodeo sees them as security risks. But honestly, they’re just rude. They bump into people and block exits.
So what do people do? They panic. I’ve seen grown adults shove their entire life into a ziploc bag at the gate. It’s a beautiful, chaotic mess. You’ll see cowboy hats and tears. It’s the emotional rollercoaster of the Southwest.
Purse and Bag Policy – College Park Center – The University of Texas at
The Secret Loophole: Pockets
Here’s the funny part. The policy doesn’t apply to pockets. If you have pants with cargo pockets, you are royalty. You can carry a phone, a wallet, a snack, and a small horse. Okay, not a horse, but you get it.
Women’s fashion, however, is a cruel mistress. Most dresses and skirts have fake pockets. So you’re stuck with that 4.5-inch clutch. That’s why you’ll see people duct-taping their keys to their thighs. I’m only half-joking.
Quirky note: The official rule states “no backpacks” but camelbaks are allowed if they are empty. So you can bring a hydration pack, but you can’t bring a regular bag. The logic is weirdly specific, and we love it.
