laundry in a plastic bag

Ultralight packing requires regular laundry, and being able to quickly wash my clothes anywhere is crucial. So naturally, I was super excited when I heard about this new (to me anyway) method. It seemed like it would save time and money when I traveled. And it has. It was everything I thought it would be and more. I've even found myself doing it at home, even though we have both a washer and a dryer! How I do it:

1. Throw your dirty laundry into an aLOKSAK (or sink, bathtub, bucket) and fill with water until the clothes are covered.
2. Pour a few drops of laundry detergent (whatever type you normally use), depending on how many clothes are in the bag.
3. Knead the clothes (punch, grab, squeeze) for 5 minutes.
4. Let the clothes soak for 10 minutes.
5. Rinse clothes under running water (or rinse inside bag with fresh water), wringing clothes until all the soap comes out. Get them as dry as possible.
6. Hang clothes to dry wherever you can (clothesline, rack, hangers, this handy thingamajig).

q. are my clothes going to smell fresh? 
a. Absolutely. My clothes come out every bit as clean as when I use a washing machine. If you followed the steps, but your clothes still came out smelling dirty, adjust the steps until you're happy with the result. Add more detergent, knead harder, or soak longer.

q. how long will my clothes take to dry? 
a. It depends on the material. If I do my laundry in the morning, my lighter fabrics are dry before supper, but the heavier stuff like jeans won't be totally dry until the next morning.

q. what size aloksak should I get?
a. How many clothes do you plan on washing at once? 12x12 is perfect for one outfit, but if you plan on washing more, 16x24 might be a better size.

q. how durable is it? is it worth $15 bucks? 
a. It's much more sturdy than a zip-loc bag. While it doesn't claim to be gunshot/knife proof, it's very well-made and definitely worth the price. If you aren't willing to pay for one, use a plastic bag or a bucket.

q. do I fill the bag with cold water or warm? 
a. I use cold, because it's more efficient, causes less color bleeding, and is easier to get

q. how tightly does it seal? will it leak?
a. Mine has never leaked, and the seal seems quite tight. Feel free to comment with any questions or tips! How do you handle laundry on the go?