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Thursday, September 11, 2014

Ogio Bandit Backpack

Ogio Bandit 17 - Inches Backpack for NotebookI ordered this pack to replace another ogio pack. The quality of the pack is not what I have an issue with. It is the design of the pack.

Cons:

internal organizer seems to be setup more for a macbook

side pockets are oddly shaped

the padded laptop sleeve is tight with my lenovo 15.6. It fits but the zipper rubs the corners.

The quick access shoulder pocket is to small to hold anything larger than an iphone.

The stitching quality is much poorer then my previous pack.

The way that the interior of the pack is layed leaves much to be desired. it kills most of the usable 1700 claimed cubic inches of cargo space.

the front padded valuable pocket is poorly designed leaving very little space to put anything. a pair of sunglasses is tight.

unable to fit more then a couple of notebooks after getting my laptop and cords stuffed in there

Pros:

it has 2 straps

it holds my laptop securely

In the end I picked the pack up while it was on sale. I am not happy with this purchase.

I bought this pack for college use. It holds all my textbooks and my laptop. I wouldn't recommend it for 17 inch laptops, because of the way the backpack is designed. I'm sure if you measured from the bottom of the pack to the top it would be over 17 inches, but the top zipper is rounded and it sure isn't 17 inches at both edges, so I would guess that the corner of your computer would block the zipper. The bottom of the laptop compartment feels a little thin on padding, but if you have book in setting your pack down won't hurt your laptop. If you're worried about this, I'd recommend sticking some foam in the bottom of the compartment. I actually carry my laptop in my backpack inside a sleeve, so this isn't an issue.

I haven't had it for a really long to test it out, but it seems to be really well made. I've heard the the zippers are the first thing to go, and they don't seem flimsy or weak at all, so I think this pack will last a long time. However the end of the straps where they hang down had little threads hanging off from where they fold the ends up twice and sew them so they won't unravel.. i kept picking at the threads and managed to pick out the stitching, so I rolled up the excess strap and secured it with tape and will resew it when I get the chance. I didn't have to undo any knots or anything. Just tugging on the threads was enough to completely take out that sewing. However rest assured the sewing on the rest of the pack has remained strong and true and doesn't have any hanging threads. :)

Loading the pack with four textbooks + my laptop makes it super heavy, but it's designed well and if you wear it right so that the bottom of the pack hits your lower back, it's not uncomfortable and doesn't cause back strain.

The zippered pocket on the front really is handy for carrying stuff, as are all the other little pockets on the outside. The only thing I don't really like is that the two bottom pockets on each side are where you'd normally find pockets to hold a water bottle or umbrella or something like that.. They're zippered, and shaped so that if you unzipper them halfway they're great for carrying these items, but if you jiggle a lot the zippers sometimes unzipper more, making it potentially possible for your water bottle/umbrella to fall out. :o I wish these pockets were elastic or drawstring fastened rather than zippers, but that's probably my only complaint with this pack.

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I've owned this bag for about a year and have taken it everywhere. I have no complaints at all. It has endured road debris while I've got it equipped when riding, it has seen spills in a couple of different compartments, and its seen a variety of weather. Ogio makes outstanding products... I tried this bag because I loved the golf bag I got from them. I've also gotten bags for work and loved them. The easiest 5 stars I've ever given :)

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Awesome backpack. Dont think I will ever go with a different brand again. Had under armour and Nike before going to Ogio and it is definitely better than any others.

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Estupendo bolso, en perfecto estado y condiciones. Dispone de muchas divisiones. Perfecto para la laptop y cualquier tablet. Buenas tamaño

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Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Disney Mickey Mouse - Funny Things Collection 15" Large Size School Backpack

Disney Mickey Mouse - Funny Things Collection 15' Large Size School BackpackThis is a nice backpack for a young child. It's big enough to fit full size folders, etc + fits the matching lunch box cooler sold on Amazon, too. My son is 3yo and it fits on him well. Lots of nice pockets on the outside to put a snack, etc. It's the same shape and has same pockets as the similar Car one sold on here, too that my other 3yo twin has, so I'm thrilled they have one almost the same so they won't fight :)

Sunday, August 24, 2014

Marmot Ledge 28 Backpack - 1725cu in

Marmot Ledge 28 Backpack - 1725cu in Amazon/Lime, One SizeI bought this to use for work and double as a day hike backpack. I carry a 5 inch ultrabook for work along with various electronics. Plenty of room. The first bag I received had a popped seam on the back of the pack but the replacement has been perfect. It also has plenty of pockets. The zippers are VERY heavy duty. The material appears it will hold up quite well. I have not used it for hiking as I plan on doing that later in the year.

The ledge packpack is aimed to those who need low weight without compromising on features and number of compartments. Basically the same practicality than the North Face and Weger I have but much lighter.

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Friday, August 1, 2014

JANSPORT SUPERBREAK BACKPACK SCHOOL BAG - Navy Blue (JoyAve)

JANSPORT SUPERBREAK BACKPACK SCHOOL BAG - Navy Blue
  • Straight-cut, padded shoulder straps
  • One large main compartment
  • Front utility pocket with organizer keeps essentials handy
  • 2/3 padded back panel for cushioning comfort
  • Web haul loop

Notice:

[ ] Is not bad item, but ...

[ ] This item has problems with the cover of zippers, because the sliding tabs are braked for the zipper covers, it's necesary to fold the zipper covers before close the zippers.

[ ] The rest of things are very good. Was a surprise to me, this item has a cushion part to the back in black color, but it's okay to me.

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Jansport is great because they are like Zippo where they have a lifetime warranty. This backpack is a really nice dark blue and is exactly as shows. Its perfect for the back of a wheelchair, a small child, or even an adult.

Must buy for anyone looking for a basic backpack.

Friday, July 4, 2014

SwissGear Laptops backpack,knapsack,rucksack (Promotion 2pcs pack)

SwissGear Laptops backpack,knapsack,rucksackWhen I first ordered it I was worried that it wouldn't fit my 17" laptop, or would look different than the pictures. It fit my laptop with plenty of room to spare. It seems very tough. Also, it has a headphone jack that connects from the inside of the bag to the outside. It doesn't change the volume or pulse your Ipod from the headset when you hook it in. Even with a 17" laptop I had room for plenty of books. I hope that this helps feel the details that are missing from the description above.

Sunday, June 22, 2014

Lillian Rose-Flower Girl Backpack

Lillian Rose-Flower Girl BackpackThis flower girl backpack is exactly what I expected. We stuffed the backpack with gifts and toys the flower girl could use during the reception and packup for the trip home.

This is very cheeply made and not worth the money. wish there were more options of bags with Flower girl on it.

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This backpack will be perfect to put all of my flower girls gifts into. She will be 2 1/2 when we get married and it will be the perfect size for her.

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I ordered this back pack for my niece who will be the flower girl in my upcoming wedding. I plan on putting some toys and activities in it to keep her busy during the reception. She'll only be a few months over a year, but it will be the perfect size for her! I also ordered the ring bearer backpacks for my 2 nephews. Can't wait to see what they think of them!! :)

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Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Mobile Edge EVO Backpack- 16-Inch PC/17-Inch MacBook Pro (Black/Silver)

Mobile Edge EVO Backpack- 16-Inch PC/17-Inch MacBook ProAfter a lot of research and comparison, I replaced a Swissgear pack with this Mobile Edge Evo. It is very well made. The only complaint is that I miss having a dedicated laptop zipper and slot for more direct access. What I do like is it is relatively short, which is good for people under 6', but is not narrow, so still has good capacity. It also tapers at the top, bottom, and sides, and fits close to the body, so I find it much less prone to knocking into people and objects when wearing it. The tapered bottom makes it harder to stand upright, but it is a good trade-off for me after my old flat bottom pack that stuck out a foot behind me.

This is a really nice laptop backpack. I use it for my Lenovo ThinkPad T430s, along with an extra battery, AC/DC Combo adapter, another AC adapter (I like to leave one in the corporate office and have one in my hotel room), mouse, phone accessories, UltraBay DVD Drive, headphones, etc. It holds it all. Also seems pretty comfortable. The logo isn't the prettiest thing but it's all black so it's not too bad. The side pockets are roomier than you would think. It's a good backpack and a great price. I chose this over the Ogio and others because of what it offered and the lower price was a bonus.

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Great backup in terms of material and how it looks. Very well designed, and it doesn't appear bulky when you wear it.

Interior components are well organized and can hold supporting materials (computer battery, cords) without appearing messy.

My co-worker saw my backpack and he is ordering one as well.

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Tuesday, April 1, 2014

14 inch Aureate Butterfly Black Floral Notebook Laptop Sleeve Bag Carrying Case for MacBook, Acer,

14 inch Aureate Butterfly Black Floral Notebook Laptop Sleeve Bag Carrying Case for MacBook, Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Sony, ToshibaI bought this product, after exchanging a similar version I received as a gift but that was too large. I made a mistake and hit one click purchase twice and ended up with two of them. Good thing I never got around to returning the extra one. Within 2 weeks of every day use (take it out in the morning, put it in in the evening), the zipper broke off and the darn thing was zipped shut. Not wanting to bother with returns for somehting so cheap, I just threw out the first one and started using the second one. It lasted 3 days before I had the same problem. Sigh. I finally spent the extra $13 and bought the Vera Bradley one I had wanted in the first place and I'm in LOVE. It's thick, protective, has a storage pocket and the zipper works. Just another lesson of you get what you pay for and don't bother paying for this.

This sleeve was exactly as I expected, but only after reading the reviews from other buyers. I knew ahead of time that the product was not extra cushion-ey. It does exactly what I need it to do protect the computer. It fits my 14" Dell Inspiron perfectly with a little extra room.

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The case protects my laptop perfectly and I love the patterns. It looks so much better in person than the picture on the website. i am totally satisfied

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Everything was great about this, except that it's bigger than the dimensions given. With my laptop inside, there is still about 2.5 inches between the computer and the zipper. That doesn't really hurt anything, it would give you room to put papers, or a notebook or something in there, I just didn't want the extra width.

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I needed a 14inch sleeve for my new computer and was looking for something

with a little color and this fit the bill.

Tuesday, February 25, 2014

Angry Birds 16 inch She Bird Backpack - Red and Black

Angry Birds 16 inch She Bird Backpack - Red and BlackI thought this was gonna be small but this backpack is huge my little girl is gonna love it when she opens her xmas gift.

My daughter had an Angry Bird party for her 8th birthday, complete with a giant sling shot and pigs to knock down, so I bought her several Angry Bird gifts including this girls' Angry Bird backpack and a pencil case. She loved them! She actually screamed when she opened her present and found the backpack! It's wellmade and the zippers move easily. The colors are very vivid and the yellow bow makes it super cute!

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We received this backpack on time! My daughter and I loved it. She's in kindergarten and its the perfect size.

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This was a replacement bag for my daughter. She loves the compliments she receives from her peers. It arrived quickly and in perfect shape.

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The is an awesome backpack. Two compartments. Ample space. Beautiful Red and Black. The Gold bow a plus for girls.

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Thursday, February 20, 2014

Overland Equipment Aurora Bag

Overland Equipment Aurora BagI love this bag. Really. The color is awesome (not a gaudy bright orange, but bright enough not to be a depressing pukey orange) and the bag is just perfectly functional. Most of the time I fold the top over, but when I wind up with a lot of things to carry, I love that the bag can fit just that much more. There are a lot of smaller mesh pocket compartments, even inside the 2 front pockets, which is fantastic for storing extra little things like lip balm, headphones, gum, etc.

The material itself is thick and appears very durable, but is not heavy. The strap is wide and doesn't bother my shoulder. I bring it to work and carry it around like a purse on the weekends, and it doesn't look scummy at all.

My only complaint would be that there is no clasp or snap to hold the top down when it's folded over, but it's really not a hindrance.

I ordered this bag to take on a recent group vacation involving flights and touring in a motor coach. I wanted something light but roomy enough for everything I'd need on day long excursions camera, Kindle, sketchbook, meds, snacks, etc. This worked just fine. The shoulder strap is comfortable and long enough to cross your body securely and the bag itself is lightweight but sturdy. I could carry it with me on walking tours easily.

I was surprised at just how much the fold-over compartment would hold and it might be easy to overload it if you're not mindful of the weight that would result. There are mesh compartments inside and out for wallet, cell phone, etc, but the fold-over section is essentially a bag, so some digging around is inevitable.

One suggestion I'd make is to add a feature that will secure a water bottle upright, though I was able to wedge mine, screw cap on tight, in the outer compartment and that worked fine.

I really like this bag and expect to use it a lot in town when I have art supplies, books, or paperwork to carry.

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Monday, January 27, 2014

District Threads Canvas Field Messenger Bag, Charcoal, One Size

District Threads Canvas Field Messenger Bag, Charcoal, One SizeI bought this bag for my wife to use as a purse, and she loved it. The only issue we had was that the picture they show is not the bag that is set as the default when you purchase it. Also the charcoal bag that you receive is not really charcoal colored at all. It is more of a greenish color, but other than this issue it has been a good bag.

Shipping took longer than suppose to but the bag is nice... It isn't as big or the color it looked like it would be (charcoal) it looks more like a dark hunter green... It is however still a nice color and a very sturdy bag... Not cheaply made

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Friday, December 20, 2013

Disney Pixar Toy Story 3 Toddlers Rolling School Backpack

Disney Pixar Toy Story 3 Toddlers Rolling School Backpack
  • Toddler backpack measures about 12 Inch X 10 Inch X 4 Inch
  • 2 wheels on the bottom of the backpack.
  • One large main compartment for books and toys. One small compartment onfor school accessories
  • Padded shoulder straps on the back are easily adjustable.
  • Smooth rolling luggage wheels on the bottom.

This Toy Story back pack is very cute! I got it for my 22 month old nephew and he loves it!! Perfect size for little kids to wheel around.

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This Toy Story Backpack is just the perfect size for a toddler attending preschool. A change of clothes and lunch fit perfectly. Great purchase for the price.

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My son got this bag for Christmas and he loves it. It is now 6 months later and he still wheels it all around the house. We just went on a trip to Florida and he even insisted on pulling it through the airport himself. Since he is 2 he is pretty rough on everything and this bag has held up with no problem. Very cute and since it is a smaller bag it is perfect for him.

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I thought that the size of the backpack would be bigger. Didn't notice at the picture and information at the store. Everything else attend my expectations

When the twins saw this backpack on line...they wouldnt look at anything else. Our first trip they were able to pack all important toys need ror road. Very nice quality also.

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

17.3" Laptop Sleeve with Extra Side Pocket , Soft Carrying Handle & Removable Shoulder Strap / Note

17.3' Laptop Sleeve with Extra Side Pocket , Soft Carrying Handle & Removable Shoulder Strap / Notebook Bag Case for Apple Macbook Air Pro Acer Asus Dell HP Sony 17' 16' 16.4' and Morereally like my lap top bag, although this is the second time I've used it the strap broke was not happy about that almost dropped my lap top, the colors are awesome came when they said it would, I've never had a problem with receiving the stuff that

I've ordered from Amazon on time not happy about the strap so soon though

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Saturday, November 23, 2013

Mobile Edge Neoprene Laptop Sleeve - 17.3" PC

Mobile Edge 17.3-Inch Large SlipSuitThe product pictured, has handles. The case received does not. The vendor confirmed the item# as being correct, and indicated that they don't carry this product with handles. Some of the customer reviews reference the handles on the product. I am very disappointed in not having received the item pictured and referenced in the reviews. Furthermore, I have to pay the cost of return shipping, which will not be refunded to me.

I have a Dell Studio 17.3 inch laptop and it fits great in this bag. The front pocket is big enough to hold the charger and mouse,but not much more. If you're looking for a slim bag this is the one you want.

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My HP dv7 fits perfectly in this case, there is some extra space left inside. The pocket is big enough to hide the power supply and it does not look too bulgy. Overall the case looks slick and stylish. The case produced some chemical odor for a few days but it went away.

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New laptops for christmas that were 17.3 inches. We wanted laptop sleeve that was neoprene and had handles to make ease of carrying the larger laptop. Read reviews and liked picture although settled for plain black as only color choice. When cases arrived they had small side strap and NO HANDLES as seen in picture. This is NOT what we wanted and feel pictoral description was deceiving.

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It does the job. It is sleek, well-padded, has nice zippers and a convenient handle. The side pocket is an added bonus, as well just enough room to stuff a power cord and/or mouse into. I have a Dell Studio 1747 (17 in.) and it fits perfectly. I am going to use this sleeve to add extra padding for my laptop when I pack it into my backpack. If I ever have to only transport the laptop this bag is sufficient. I totally recommend.

Thursday, November 21, 2013

JanSport Air Cisco Backpack

JanSport Air Cisco BackpackThis bag is large enough to stow a generous amount of gear that I need during my day: a nice big wallet, a little cosmetics bag, a couple of folded-up reusable grocery bags, a sweatshirt, a snack, a library book. My immense 24-oz OXO travel tea tumbler fits in the bottle pocket on the side. And I use the compression straps for my yoga mat. A further bit of excellence: the bag is designed so that you can twist it around and access the pockets while wearing it. The little pocket located on the strap is easily large enough for my Samsung Galaxy SIII. There is even a padded, felt-lined pocket for a tablet or a Kindle. Despite being so capacious, it never feels too big or bulky or gets in my way. It has grab-straps sewn onto the larger strap so that it's easy to grab and lift the bag from any angle, and also there's always a place to clip your keychain onto. It has multiple pen slots and card/stuff slots in the large front organizer area, plus the convenient open front pocket for that power bar/parking card/packet of tissues you need rapid access to. This bag is pretty close to perfect!

I took away 1 star for the following reasons: because the bag is nice and big, it's easy for my wallet to fall to the bottom and be hard to find. One or two internal slots or pockets would make this bag even more awesome. And also, the selection of available colors and patterns is not really very fashion-forward. But if you are willing to overlook these minor issues, the bag is really really good. Comparable levels of functionality in a "fancier" brand would run $100 or more. (I am looking at you, Lululemon.) And honestly, I have not really found this level of excellence in any other bag, fancy or plain.

This backpack is awesome for day use , fits great , comfortable to wear . I would recommend to anyone !

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my daughter LOVES this bag. Purple & zebra stripes are her favorite. She uses it for school & likes how easy it is to carry & access her things. Deifinitely a pleaser.

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it was not as big as i thought it was but its acceptable it will do for now so so it be

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My 4th grader has a large binder and several items to carry; not only does it hold it all, but is a comfy fit!

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Friday, November 15, 2013

Oakley Mens Icon Backpack

Oakley Men's Icon Pack, White Print, One SizeI have bought two of these for my son in the last couple of years. They LOOK heavy duty but on the first one the shoulder straps were poorly made and the padding, stitching and material on the straps all tore or failed. This was not used for anything particularly harsh-it just couldn't handle any kind of weight due to the design. I stiched it back together but it still look kind of junky and I can't see how it could be repaired without new straps. I thought maybe I got a bad one, and my son liked it, so I bought a second one. This one has lasted about 6 months and tore in the rear near the zipper. Again it does not seem to be able to hold much of a load. I contacted Oakley to see what they would do and was told they have a 90 day warranty (I have the email so its in writing). That is not really enough, in my opinion, considering the price. Both Northface and Jansport will provide a lifetime warranty and I have gotten replacements for each over the years. I gave this two stars because overall they look great and if you dont intend to carry anything over 10lbs or so you will like it. If you are buying it as a bookbag, ex. for a student, I would keep looking. I think a $100+ backpack should do a better job, like last several years at least.

My son only used this backpack for about a month and a half, and the nylon ripped on the side. It is very poorly made. The Oakley Icon Backpack is stylish and looks good, but for $140, it should last longer than a couple of months! Unfortunately, I couldn't return it to Amazon because it was past 30 days, and when I called Oakley, they would not exhcange it because it was past their warranty period.

Oakley Mens Icon Backpack

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UPDATE on 10/15/2012 :

1.) Honestly, this has been a poor investment. The cloth covering the padding on the right shoulder strap developed a rip in the seam about 3 months in. It has not gotten much worse since then but I have been pretty careful with it. The padding did however remain in tact.

2.) Worst thing. I was on a hike when the sternum strap just broke off the guides on the strap. I was on a day hike so the bag was barely loaded. This was a real disappointment.

CONCLUSION: I can not recommend this bag anymore. It has been a thorough waste of money. It is definitely spacious but it is not durable. It needs to be babied, apparently. My .02 : Go to REI and buy a real bag.

END OF UPDATE. MY INITIAL REVIEW FOLLOWS:

So, I got this bag after much deliberation but I chose to get the turquoise blue mish mash with several other colors. I'm surprised at how non-gaudy it looks, so I'd definitely consider that one, and when I got it, it was 60 bucks cheaper than any of the other models.

Anyway, i think that this bag is extremely spacious. The straps and the part making contact with the back are padded to perfection, and as long as you have the sternum strap and waist straps on, you will barely feel a load and since I bike to campus almost everyday, about 6 miles, I think that really speaks volumes about the comfort offered by the bag. The organizer also is pretty good.

But obviously everything isn't perfect and this has it's weaknesses tooThe side sip for laptops works perfectly for me but then my laptop is 11.6 inches. I think anything over 13 will struggle with the side zip. Also, though I'm a big fan of the looks of this bag, it's a hassle to access the main compartment of the bag because you have to keep taking the top flap off. But I don't think any of these are major hassles and I think a North Face surge at the same cost isn't as much value for money as this bag and is definitely not going to be as durable, and I should know because I tried that out too before keeping this one.

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I bought this backpack as a multipurpose travel and light-outdoor pack. I wanted to replace my attache case that I carried my laptop in on business trips. This bag proved to be the right choice. It is very versatile and well built. It has a compartment and side zipper for accessing your laptop. This is great when going through airport security. I have also used this pocket to store magazines or even my travel documents (boarding pass, reservations, hotel info) in during travel. The side pockets are great for your point-and-shoot camera and/or phone/ipod charger. The top pocket on the top flap is great for sun-glasses, phones, and other electronic accessories. Once you open the pack the front storage area has pockets for an ipod/phone, pens, and other electronics, and a mesh compartment for easy access accessories (I have used this pocket for sunglasses, sunscreen, bug-spray etc. There is plenty room on the inside for a small cooler, towels, clothes, or large camera bag.

Again, I have used this bag for business travel and light outdoor activities (short hiking trips, days at the beach or pool, and local excursions). I think it is great for this use and will stand up to years of use. If you are looking for more extreme outdoor activities, then I would probably look for a more activity-specific bag.

Overall, the pack is comfortable to wear and it has a lumbar strap for additional support. The external 3-point strap on the top flap may appear cumbersome; however, I happen to like it. It allows you to keep the bag small and compact with varying internal loads. The clasps come on and off very easily. The bag seems well built with quality materials. I would definitely recommend this bag.

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I bought the original Icon more than 10 years ago. I still have it. It's travelled many thousands of miles of mountain biking, motorcycling and hiking. It's been to 12 countries. I replaced it with the new Icon, because it was getting kind of grubby and stinky after all those years.

The new V3 Icon has some nice features, and retains the original Icon's cool 3-clasp closure and look.

Unfortunately after less than a year of use, the bottom began to fall apart at the seams. Either the fabric is cheaper, or the stitching is crappier. But for a 1 year old bag to fall apart with not a lot of usage, whereas the 10+ year old version is still rock solid, indicates a big quality problem here.

Here is the response I got from Oakley customer support after waiting for 1 week after my complaint:

Hello Dave,

Thank you for contacting us. We appreciate your support over the years! I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing an issue with your Icon backpack. All of our backpacks are warranted for 90 days against manufacturing defects with a valid proof of purchase. Unfortunately the Icon pack is outside of this time frame, and we do not have a repair facility for these items. If you would like other repair options I recommend contacting a seamstress or tailor in your area, as they may be able to further assist you.

We do also offer some backpacks available at a discount through Oakley Vault, including the Icon. If you would like to view these models please visit .

If you have any questions or would like immediate assistance please contact our Customer Care department at (800) 403-7449.

Best Regards,

Brittany Garcia

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Friday, November 1, 2013

TYR Alliance Team II Backpack

TYR Alliance Team II BackpackI bought this bag with the intent to use it solely for my Triathlon training and competitions, but after being deployed to the desert, I've found this bag is seriously multipurpose!!! I use it to haul everything from my Mac laptop, lunch pail (yes it holds all of my stuff AND my soft 12x6x8 lunch pail that also doubles as a 12 beer cooler), to all of my pool and gym workout items. The bag performs amazingly with a lot of weight in it too. Basically, if this bag can make it through desert deployments and my Tri training, it's a bag I will continue to purchase. I would definitely recommend this Tri bag to my friends!!!

~Audry

So glad I purchased this product as my gym bag. High quality item. Wet towels stay separate from your other belongings, easy wipe clean. Definitely recommend.

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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Wildkin Owls Macropak Backpack

Wildkin Owls Macropak BackpackMy daughter loves the owls and wanted an owl backpack for school. This is definitely cute but not holding up. It started falling apart after just a week. She likes the way it looks and wants to keep using it. So now the tie on the side pouch has come unravelled beyond repair and I need to stitch a handle to the bag.

Big and spaciousit has room for all my daughters books and her jacket. Really cute backpack for girls of all ages. The price was right too.

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I love this backpack! It's really cute and is able to hold all of my college textbooks. It's durable and the colors are very vibrant. I would buy again.

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My daughter loves her Wildkin Owl Macropak backpack. She enjoys all the compartments and storage spaces within the bag. I love how sturdy it seems to be and the colors on it are bright and cheerful. Great product for the money!

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Sunday, October 27, 2013

Ben 10 Alien Force Backpack- Kid size Ben 10 School Backpack

Ben 10 Alien Force Backpack- Kid size Ben 10 School BackpackSince it says school backpack, i thought it was at least 16 inches. My son loves it and I'll still use it.

This was everything my Grandson wanted, except it was not large enough to hold the supplies he is required to take to class and he is only in Kindergarten. I would have liked the dimensions listed on the website.

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Tuesday, September 10, 2013

V.T. C.E.O. Heavy Duty Classic Leather Briefcase/Backpack Tote L01A61 Vin BRN 17"

V.T. C.E.O. Heavy Duty Classic Leather Briefcase/Backpack Tote L01A61 Vin BRN 17'So I have a smaller version (bag they'll fight over when you're dead!), which I bought about 2 years ago. The Vagabond bad arrived today. For SOOOOOO much less money than the other bag, these bags are very impressive. There are differences (mostly in the quality of the hardware/buckles), but you would not really notice without a side by side comparison. The Vagabond is lined, has dividers in the main section (3 parts), and looks way cool! It is a good size for a laptop (but is non-padded), a trip to the office with a ton of crap, or perhaps a quick overnight somewhere. Absolutely love it, and love the $400 I saved by not buying the other bag in this larger size.

Took the bag out a couple of rimes now, fully loaded. It does get pretty heavy.

Just received this item in 48 hours after I purchased it. The seller delivered it much ahead of the scheduled date. This bag is unbelievable. It is rich thick leather made from quality hide and not some cheaper version. The seams, buckles and fasteners are all very stong. The bag was very nicely packaged and arrived very much in the condition in which it was advertised. This bag is very spacious and can hold legal files and a large laptop with no problem. It is a heavier bag so when loaded it does have some weight to it. However, that is why I purchased it. I don't think this bag will wear out. I am very pleased with the quality and design of this item. The seller has produced a very quality bag for the price. I recommend this bag to anyone in business or personal life that wants a bag that looks like it can handle anything. It has a very classic feel and I like the fact that no matter what I put in it, the straps appear strong enough to hold anything.

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I bought this bag and it is GORGEOUS but due to my own indecision and needs, I ended up returning it. It was just too much bag for what I ended up needing. If I ever have different needs for a bag of this type and size, I'd order it in a SECOND. Ended up getting the L64 instead and I am absolutely NUTS about it. This one is great too just wasn't exactly what I needed. The return went very smooth and flawlessly.

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I received mine almost 2 years ago. It went through a year of 2 1/2 hours on the train every day and has safely carried my large laptop the entire time. It shows no signs of degradation. The backpack feature was critical for the heavy load of lunch/books/computer, though it is not as comfortable as a normal backpack because both straps connect at the top-center. It IS a heavy bag made of 1/8" thick leather (maybe 4-5 lb) so be sure you can handle it.

I also have gotten many compliments on the looks of this bag.

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Love the way it is put together. came just like it was sold , Lots of room . and Looks great .