I Require a Tug | Zulu and Answering Pennant Signal Flag Tote | Double-Sided Nautical Humor | Double-Sided Coastal Tote Bag

I Require a Tug | Zulu and Answering Pennant Signal Flag Tote | Double-Sided Nautical Humor Bag

“Adventure. Elevated.”

This eye-catching tote celebrates maritime tradition with a clever exchange of visual signals. On one side, the vivid four-color Zulu (Z) flag sends a clear message: “I require a tug.” This internationally recognized signal is used by vessels needing maneuvering assistance — most often when navigating narrow harbors or docking under limited power.

On the reverse, the classic red-and-white Answering Pennant responds with its unmistakable meaning: “Message received and understood.” In maritime practice, this is how acknowledgment was communicated long before digital communication — hoisted, seen, and confirmed across the water.

The messages are printed plainly beneath the flags:

“I require a tug.”

“Acknowledged.”

It’s a subtle, stylish nod to nautical signaling — for those who know the code, or simply love a clever design with history behind it.

Product Details:

• Sizes: Small (13” x 13”), Medium (16” x 16”), Large (18” x 18”)

• Material: 100% polyester — lightweight yet durable

• Design: Double-sided print — Zulu flag with “I require a tug.” on one side, Answering Pennant with “Acknowledged.” on the other

• Handles: Cotton straps with a choice of 5 colors

• Interior: Non-woven laminate lining for added shape and structure

• Finish: Smooth surface with vivid, fade-resistant printing

About the Flags:

• The Zulu (Z) flag is part of the International Code of Signals (ICS) and formally communicates: “I require a tug.” Its high-contrast red, black, yellow, and blue design ensures visibility and immediate recognition at sea.

• The Answering Pennant — alternating red and white vertical stripes — is used to acknowledge that a signal has been received and understood. It’s a centuries-old standard of visual confirmation in maritime operations.

Together, they form a complete and timeless exchange.

Care Instructions:

Spot clean or machine wash cold on gentle cycle

Tumble dry low

Do not bleach, iron, or dry clean

Size Tolerance: Up to 0.75” (1.9 cm) due to production process

EU representative:

HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, [email protected]

3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY

Product information:

Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC

Care instructions:

Remove all items from the bag before cleaning. Suggested to pretreat visible stains with stain remover. Mix warm water with laundry detergent and clean the bag with terry washcloth or a soft bristle brush. Let the bag air dry.

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