Solid Backpack

By nixelate Ranked #292 - Daypacks July 27, 2009

I've been using this backpack for over a year as a school bag and a day hiker, and I've been satisfied with it for both uses. The main compartment is big enough for a few text books and some notebooks, or an extra jacket and gear. Also, the laptop pocket is excellent for keeping my laptop (15" macbook pro) safe. The other compartments are also surprisingly roomy and loaded with pockets for pens, notepads, maps, binoculars, compass, or whatever else. Two water bottle holders may be a bit unnecessary, but it's been helpful for long hikes on hot days. The fit is pretty comfortable, with plenty of adjustment with the straps. The bag is also very durable. I've had very heavy textbooks in this bag, rubbed it against rocks, gotten it dirty, etc and I have no tears in the fabric or seams. Overall this bag is an excellent multi-use bag that will be comfortable and versatile as long as you keep the weight down.

Pictured is me about to ascend Mt. Monadnock in NH wearing the backpack.

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