Ogio Newt II S Laptop/Tablet Backpack

I bought this backpack on amazon for college. I did a lot of research before my purchase, I didn't want my backpack falling apart on me again!

This backpack comes with several compartments, one for your laptop, sunglasses, plane tickets (I use this one for wires), tablet sleeve, and a nice compartment at the top for other smaller electronics such as a phone or camera. I use all of these compartments and they are wonderful. They are each lined with some fuzziesh material to prevent scratching. I don't even need a laptop sleeve anymore! (Perfect for the electronic maniac like me.)

This backpack has some serious stitching, I pack everything in here and not one seem out of place. It has foam lined straps and foam lining the back area (where the backpack rests against your back). This can be a real life saver when your campus is over a mile long.

Overall it is top of the line quality. There is one fairly large compartment for storing textbooks and what not, and it's all I really need. It may be a bit small for some, this is no camping backpack. I'm able to fit two full sized text books, and four notebooks in there. This compartment also has the tablet sleeve in it.

I'm not sure if I'm missing anything... The material is of great quality, it doesn't show stains much (it rains mud where I live), I haven't attempted washing it or anything yet. Still looks brand new and I've had it for about four months.

All in all I highly recommend this product. Order in advance m the shipping can take a while, but it is well worth it.

I ordered this backpack because I am deployed and I needed something that I could carry my whole day around in. This fits the bill just right. I am a female of smaller stature so I also wanted something that I could lug around comfortably. The should straps are comfortable and have a good bit of padding and I am sure when I get home that I will use the phone holder on one of the straps. I like that the computer compartment is separate from the main compartment and I really like the side zip option. I have 15" computer and there is more than enough room, plus all the compartments are lined with a soft liner that is anti-static. I love that. There is plenty of padding in the computer compartment and I don't feel like my computer will get damaged when I set it down and swing the backpack around. There are two nice compartments in front of the main compartment to hold all my gadgets, cords, pens, lotion, external drives, etc. There is also a small compartment at the top, near the handle, that holds my mouse. It is a well made product. The zippers are smooth and the stiching is very nice. I really think this backpack will last me for the rest of my life. I am not kidding, it is really well made and I am very hard on backpacks, especially in this environment. The product was shipped to my house, they won't ship to an APO, bummer, but it arrived there in a timely manner.

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I'm a college student who was looking for a light, comfortable, durable, and spacious backpack. I initially got the Newt II Mono, but ended up getting this backpack because the Mono was hurting my neck. I love this bag it's pretty much the perfect backpack for what I need.

Light definitely. The sternum strap helps distribute the weight more evenly and that in combination with the two shoulder straps (as opposed to the Mono's one strap) let me load this bag up with a ton of stuff and still feel light. Now if this thing had a waist strap it would be epic but it'd probably look dumb. Hey, aesthetics are important too, right?

Comfortable absolutely. I think someone mentioned the padding was cheap I politely beg to differ. My bag looks nothing but premium and feels accordingly. I walk around all day with a ton of stuff in this bag and get almost zero back pain (I carry a ton of stuff so it's inevitable).

Durable yup. Both the Ogio Newt II Mono and the Newt II S are made of the same nylon-synthetic-ballistic-whatever material, and the stitching is top-notch. Again, like the Mono, I would have liked a skid layer on the bottom, but the material is thick and strong so I'm not too worried.

Spacious dude. So many pockets. So much space. I can carry a 1" textbook, two notebooks, my tablet, my netbook, my lap desk for my netbook, all my electronic accessories (chargers, headphones, etc.)...and still have some room. It's ridonkulous.

The bag does everything I need and more, and it looks sweet. Totally worth the $70 I paid for it.

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This bag is amazing! I carry a lot of stuff with me when on the road. This bag is not only incredibly functional but very stylish and well put together!

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I ordered this for my daughter who had completely destroyed her college bag and needed a new one for graduate school. This bag arrived and exceeded my expectations. It is a bit dressier for an older professional student and had some great features that were not described fully on the item description, padding on backside, interior pocket organization, etc. She was thrilled to continue carrying her things in the same fashion while looking great at the same time.

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17 inch Dark Butterfly Design Laptop Carrying Sleeve Bag Case with Hidden Handle & Adjustable Adjus

I ordered the 17.3 inch case & matching skin sticker. What I received was a 13 inch case with a smaller attached case. The pattern was what I wanted. There was no shipping info in the item. I would not feel comfortable ordering anything else from this vendor.

it works but the bag itself is a littel thin doent feel like good quilty but my daughter put her laptop in a case then in this bag

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Super Mario Green Yoshi Full Size School Backpack- with Bonus Plush

• Full Size School Backpack, with Bonus Yoshi Plush Doll
• Adjustable Strap for easy fit
• Bonus Plush Doll

loved it, shipped out fast. was real please with the quality and the customer service was awesome, they helped me on the other product when the zipper broke.

Meffort Inc 15 15.6 inch Laptop Sleeve Bag Carrying Case with Hidden Handle and Adjustable Shoulder

I bought this carrying case for my son's laptop for traveling. The design is actually what is shown in pictures and the colors are just as bright. The case doesn't have much padding, but it is called a sleeve.

We have only had it a couple of weeks, so far so good.

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PU Leather-like Material Stylish for School/Laptop Backpack - Brown

This book bag was exactly what I wanted and expected. I'm glad I purchased it! I really like the wool interior, didn't know it was wool on the inside. The color goes with everything and its quite waterproof, so yup, I'm a satisfied customer :)

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AmeriBag X-Small Classic Poly-Suede Healthy Back Bag

I received my bag before expected. Thank you Amazon.com.

My first Healthy Back bag was leather and has lasted many years, but a little heavy. I really like the lighter weight of the poly-suede and the ease of cleaning. The x-small bag is more than enough space for me, even though my friends say I pack around more than anyone else. The olive color is growing on me. My favorite feature is the key fob right inside the big zipper. No more digging all the way through my bag for the keys! Of course, the main reason I buy this type of bag is for my bad back. I don't get a stiff neck even after a few hours of shopping.

Wow this bag is great!! I have the extra-small, and it is plenty big enough, it is about the size of a regular purse, but holds so much more. There are several inside pockets, all along the sides, and they are deep but narrow enough that you don't have all your things falling in one heap. One has a zipper on it. There is also the typical open area on the inside, and an easy-to-access ring with a clip for your keys. The shoulder strap has a non-slip piece sewn on the inside. I swear, when you put this bag on, you don't even know you're carrying it, the design is so smart. Also I wasn't sure what color to order, but wanted to stick with the poly-suede, because it is washable and a little more dressy to carry to work. The color turned out to be perfect....(I have the olive)...it isn't drab, or such that it makes you look like you're carrying a miniature army duffle bag! Sooo great, I can't say enough about it. I am definitely ordering more in exactly this size. If you like carrying larger totes, which my sister does, I would recommend the small size. I like carrying a regular purse, and this is perfect.

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These Ameribags are the best invention since the wheel? AND amazingly fast shipping. I knew I wanted one, but when my shoulder started acting up I thought, "Now's the time. DO it." The lighter weight on the shoulder is immediately noticeable. I'll never buy another type handbag again! Am using it for everyday purse stuff.The microsuede fabric and the grape color are rich and subtle. I expect to buy several more,Perhaps also in nylon,for different seasons.

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this is my 4th healthy backpack .. i love these and organizing pockets too!!

i have had leather , mico suede, the cloth one and now the poly suede.

I did not like microfiber.. it seems to show dirt/stains and does not clean well.

cloth i think is a good choice can be washed etc. The zipper stopped working on my cloth one so i am now trying the poly suede one I am very happy with this one

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I absolutely love the Ameribag Healthy Back Bags but I'm not in love with the grape color. I was hoping for a deeper, richer color that would go well with my dressier clothes, but this is sort of a dusty, earthy grape color. If that's what you're looking for, you cannot beat these bags for comfort and organization.

Lassig Glam Shoulder Bag

Really big, the bag have many pocket to do whatever you want. What I really saw incredible, was the termal pocket and the changer.

Excellente product

I got this bag from Amazon at a great price point and am very happy with the purchase. I do not know if I would have paid the actual listing price, but it is a nice diaper bag.

I do not usually write reviews but felt compelled to provide an alternative viewpoint from the previous reviewer. I have two under two and also have an eight year old and I think the size of the bag is great. No, it's not a huge hobo-style bag, but it is certainly not "compact." I can fit everything I need for all three children in the bag and still have room to spare. I also love that the bag is compartmentalized so I am not constantly rummaging through trying to find things. As someone who has actually used a diaper bag (not just seen other people's), I can say with confidence that it had more than enough space and organization for my needs (and that's saying something when you have two in diapers!).

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I got this bag because it was the most stylish diaper bag I had come across. I had shopped in stores and could find anything like this so without seeing I bought it online. Once I received it I was very disappointed, it was smaller than my purse. How do they expect you to fit all of babies stuff in it!?!

I'm a 1st time mom and haven't really used an actual diaper bag but most of the moms I know have a bag twice the size of this one. Unfortunately I returned the bag but if you're looking for something small and compact this is the bag for you.

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Cool Beans Mustache Back Pack - School Bag Bag - Laptop Bag -Book Bag - Unisex - Ideal Gift for all

My high school aged daughter had this bag less than two months and it has completely disintegrated! And of course it is too late to return it. She has been careful with it because she loves the Doctor Who theme and it fit everything she needed for school. It's the most expensive backpack I have purchased and it is a piece of junk!

So I just got this for my birthday this morning. Yay! The bag itself isn't a $60 backpack quality wise, but of course you pay a premium for the show reference. The only Dr. Who thing on the back is that front flap that you see in the picture. It's pretty understated, but for me that's perfect for the office. It's fun and cheeky without me walking through the halls looking like I'm carrying my child's backpack. I like it for me, but it may not be worth it for every fan. Oh, and it's kinda small.

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I bought this thinking it would be a kick. It is awesome. Imagine my surprise when I opened it and found out it was bigger on the inside. If you want something cool and will make people look twice without being too geeky, this is the bag for you.

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Case Logic NOXF-114 Pavonis 14 to 15-Inch Laptop Tote (Black)

(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM)

This video tour of the Pavonis laptop tote shows the interior and exterior, construction, and demonstrates the fit for both 15" and 13.5" MacBooks. 4+ stars for 13.5 inch MacBooks (what I use it for) but only 3stars for 15" MacBook Pro.

-Debbie Lee Wesselmann

The Pavonis F114 reminds me of Fernando Lamas, an SNL character played by Billy Crystal who used "you look marvelous" for a standard greeting and whose motto was "it's better to look good than to feel good." The bag does look marvelous, no question about it and it does look a lot better than the average laptop bag. It's also a pain to use because it has a major design flaw.

THE BAD

It's probably fair to start with the bad part because if the the shoulder strap being always in the way whenever trying to get things in or out of the bag is a problem then there's not need to waste time reading about specs or the other good features.

The problem is that the wide, non-removable shoulder strap does not use D-rings or any kind of ring to connect itself to the bag's body. It always stands up on top of the bag's opening and that makes it very difficult to get it out of the way when trying to get things in and out. You must constantly move it out of the way and it keeps coming back annoying. Amazon's photos should give you a pretty good ideas of what to expect.

THE GOODS

The well-protected and generously padded inner compartment can easily host a 14-15" laptop. The main compartment has 2 large partitions, one for the laptop and the second with several zippered mesh pockets, detachable little purses, pen holders and so on. Two large side pockets off which one is zippered allow for even more versatility. And, when a little more room is needed, the zippered extension option allows for the bag to expand an extra 1.5" thicker, accordion-style.

Listing some of the features/specs:

Shoulder-bag only

9 pockets/partitions by my count

4 zippered compartments

Expandable to up to 1.5" thicker

Good padding for a laptop/netbook/tablet

Security strap lets you anchor the bag around a stool leg (watch for dogs if at an outdoor cafe)

16 x 2.5 x 13.8" external dimensions

13 x 1.1 x 9.1" internal dimensions

Made in China

I recognize the bag's versatility many pockets and the ability to expand it. I also liked the quality of materials and the generously wide shoulder strap. And the bag does look pretty.

MY RATING

In spite of all the good things I mentioned above, I hesitate between a one star (I hate it) and a two stars (I don't like it) rating because the shoulder strap interference with just about everything you do with the bag is THAT annoying. Sadly, the opposite of what seems to be the Case Logic motto: "Life, Simplified." applies in this case. The Pavonis is likely to complicate your life but it will probably make you look good. Which saves it the 'one star' rating.

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>> Brush your teeth, it's the law!

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Recycled Jute Rice Bag Backpack Hand Made Nepal

I own many of these backpacks from DharmaObjects company in different styles. Backpack is large and made of a burlap which has been color dyed and its also lined with cotton fabric made in Nepal and has wooden button toggles and a sinch of a rope cord. Super big and nice for the price and so vibrant in color I LOVE these things as they are so kitchy/hippy. Great for a gift which I also gave one of them for. I am so happy I located them recently. Each design will be unique as fabric varies but its very colorful and nicely made. Something you just cannot find at an ordinary department store as each is handmade. I LOVE this item so it gets 10 stars ( 5 is the highest here but deserves 10 ) There are 2 adjustable straps and 3 exterior pockets. Its adult size and unisex color/fabric. Very Very COOL.

PS I wouldnt suggest hauling super heavy items or prolonged water exposure if walking as its made of jute/burlap 100% natural.

Bought this for college (I'm a sophomore and usually put a max of 3 notebooks and 2 smaller books in it) it carried boxed wine a few times also comfortably. Love the bag, it came pretty fast and as soon as i opened it i knew i loved it, and it still smelled like rice! Bottom front right corner is starting to rip, however lining hasn't. Fits my 17in laptop easily. For the price, I love it. Just wish it hasn't started ripping, probably going to try and sew it shut :)

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There's a lot to like about this bag. It has a nice shape and aesthetic, and the recycled/hippie aspect is kind of why I bought it. Unfortunately the straps are narrow and weakly stitched. Two uses and one of the straps is already falling apart. Pity; I wanted to love this thing.

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This beautiful backpack shipped so fast and when it came I was super happy and all my friends who were there when the package arrived were very jealous. Its large colorful and so gosh darn pretty. It has a nice earthy smell to which I really like. I also like they way they all are different it made it exciting to get in the mail because I didn't know what colors I would be getting. I'm still very excited and can't stop looking at it, it makes me want to travel. The material seems very strong too. So happy.

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I have used this bag several times to carry light to medium weight loads. It is not built to carry heavy loads. It is quite roomy though and I have put several items in it to carry to work. It is very attractive. I would have given it 5 stars except the buttons used are not big enough to keep the loop on the flaps around it. I may end up replacing them with a larger size. Also the tie that closes the main compartment could use something to close it easier. I put a small spring loaded lock on the ties, so I could close it quickly and also know the contents were securly inside.

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Rothco Flexipack Molle Tactical Shoulder Bag - Black

I'm a Maxpedition addict but purchased this bag for the days when I need something more compact than my Maxpedition Jumbo, It does the job required, but doesn't feel as sturdy.

I bought this to keep an emergency pack in my car, with basic survival type gear. I think it is very well constructed, with thick fabric and stitching. The buckle seems durable, and this has been tossed around my car for about 3 months, with no signs of wear. I bet this will last as long as me.

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i love it i use it all the time.when i go to see my dir.i use it for everything.it is worth the money i paid for it

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Plenty of storage in this smart looking bag . Have received many complaments from people that have seen it on the train.

This bag is well made and can take A beating , bought a simuler bag zipper brought in to days.

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Dakine Factor Pack

I did a lot of research and bought this backpack on the advice of a friend. I was skeptical about the usefulness of the outer pockets that aren't secured with zippers because I live in a major city but I've found the front pocket is deep and snug enough that it's useful to slip in my work ID and/or keys without worrying about them falling out or someone reaching in. And the mesh side pockets are deep enough to hold my water bottle.

The upper lined compartment is really convenient for sunglasses, and I can slip my laptop and even my iPad into the padded lined inner compartment. The best thing is the slim profile of the pack that makes it a bit more stylish than most backpacks and doesn't give that unattractive "turtle" look.

I usually bike to work, sometimes walk, and on rare occasions take the bus and this backpack is great for all ways of commuting. I love it!

P.S. This backpack is in their men's line but I think it's stylish enough for a woman (like me).

I purchased this backpack for my second grader and it is just perfect for him. It fits his 1 in binder and two folders nicely with room for his sweatshirt. This is not a huge backpack, I would say that it is on the smaller side. If he was in high school or college it would not work. They have the same print but bigger bag available on amazon, buy that one if you need a bigger backpack. Lots of little pockets and organization. The straps are ergonomically designed and very comfy on his shoulders when he has a heavy load. He loves it and it serves its purpose so I am happy. Saw it in a store for $20 more than what it was being sold for on amazon and we got free shipping so could be happier!!

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Reviewers seem to really love this backpack, and I can see why. It looks great, is a great size (for my small frame and needs, anyway), has nice compartments, and is one of the most comfortable on-the-back packs I've ever owned.

What people haven't pointed out, from what I can tell, are the negatives. And there are a few negatives:

1) the zipper is cheap and not covered by a flap, so I imagine it would leak in wet weather and will eventually break;

2) the bottom is not reinforced by rubber or anything so when you try to load the pack on a tile or other slippery floor it slides out from under you and you may have to repeatedly pick it up (conversely, if you load/unload it on dirt or concrete I think it could leak or the fabric might eventually wear through); and

3) the handle is integrated into the backpack straps, so it's hard to grab in a hurry (that's not such a big deal, but it can be annoying when in a hurry).

In short, I love the backpack look, size, and feel, and would buy it again. However, I had higher hopes for the Dakine brand, thinking the pack would last forever and be able to double as a day-pack for hikes or rainy weather. Now that I have it, I don't think it's suited for more than a light commuter backpack.

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I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend and he loves it! It has lots of space for notebooks and his MacBook without putting a lot of pressure on his shoulders. I was worried about it looking too juvenile for college, but he has already received tons of compliments on it (many asking where he got it). Thanks for a great product, Dakine!

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Love this backpack. Very stylish and comfortable. I'm able to fit everything I need for my day-to-day adventures in this guy. Great for bicycling/motorcycling around town.

Don't expect a 15.6" laptop to fit!

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BAZIC School Backpack, 17 Inch, Assorted

material is good. if they had actually stitched the straps at the top the right way, it would be very sturdy. however, they didn't. what's worse is that i received four pinkish red backpacks, not black, green, or blue as noted. bah.

I use it one day and it ripped EVERYWHERE , NOT recommended at all. i knew i was getting what i was paying for but this is wayyy less than what its worth

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Good price. Fits perfectly in truck with emergency clothes. A little stiff but should loosen in time. Will get another for school

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Great bag for the price. Made of canvas and looks to be durable. My only complaint is that the website said the colors were green, blue, and black assorted, but I recieved a red one. My son liked it though. They should list all of the possible colors, if I had gotten a pink one, I would have been very upset.

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Disney Cars Backpack (CA40683SCBK)

This is a really sturdy backpack for such a great price. It is holding up really well! The front pocket actually has a hard plastic outer shell that isn't entirely evident from the photo. It makes the backpack much more durable. Definitely recommend it.

Sprayground Hello My Name Is Red Deluxe Backpack

I bough this backpack for 5th grade annd held up with no rips. I got alot of complements abou the creativeity. I also like the organized pockets on the inside kept me really organized im very tempted to buy another for quality . I would recemond this to a friend

This is an update im in 6th grade alot of binders and heavy books vevry well made i though i would have to get another one. But no I BOught anouther oneand i switch off but these are the best bag a person can have in middle school.

District Threads DT700 Montezuma Messenger Bag

What I like:

Good bag, well made, sturdy materials, water resistant, looks good, comfortable to use, light weight (when empty!), holds a lot of stuff, good features. Love the zip back pocket that holds documents, pens, my cell phone, wallet, etc. Zippers and pockets everywhere and I love that too. There are two deep large pockets on the front to hold my sunglasses and whatever I need to get to quickly. Easily accessible from the front without unzipping/velcro-ing/unbuckling, but deep enough that nothing falls out. 2 water bottle holders is very cool. Good bag at a good price.

What I had some trouble with and how I solved it:

1) There's an inner front flap full of pockets sewn to the top front edge of the bag under the cover. I love this, but If you put anything more than a couple of ounces in there the front edge of the bag collapses awkwardly. I solved this by cutting a piece of stiff plastic to fit, punched a couple of holes in the corners then got creative with a thin piece of webbing to tie this insert in place. I also attached that front flap of pockets to the plastic in the same way. Problem solved. This really should have been addressed by the bag designer.

2) My 15" laptop *almost* fit into the laptop pocket, but was too large by about 1/4". I could have returned the whole bag, but that's a pain in the butt. Instead I turned the bag inside out, pulled out the stitching on one side of the laptop pocket, moved the edge over to the inside seam of the bag and re-stitched it by hand. Laptop fit easily. No idea why the designer/manufacturer didn't do this in the first place and just add a little bit of padding on the corner to compensate. Took about 15 minutes was seemed easier, faster, cheaper than sending it back and searching for a different bag.

The Montezuma messenger bag that I purchased is strong, sturdy, and I like the color.

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Disney Cars Large Backpack "1st To The Finish" Cargo Bag (16 Inch)

We got this for our nephew's 3rd birthday--he loves Disney's "Cars." He was SO excited when he opened up his gift and found this inside. It also has several pockets (which we filled with Cars-themed paper, pencils, crayons, stickers, art stuff, etc). It seems very well-made and is a full-sized backpack. He could actually use it to take to school if he wanted to. Great backpack for the Cars fan!

Very useful is large in size and of good material

We use it for school and has done much to bring all

Mangoes are very firm grip

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Everest Junior Slant Backpack

It's hard to tell from the pictures provided, but this is a small backpack. My 9 year old wanted an extra backpack to take toys to his friend's houses, and this has sufficed, but only just. It's sized for a preschooler, but would not work as a school backpack for elementary or higher.

Unless you have to fit about five giant text books, this backpack is great. Regular backpacks are oversized anyway. This is not just a backpack for kids.

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I have been using the exact item for work, and when the zipper broke, I wanted one just like it. I found the exact item on Amazon and am very happy with it. It has lots of storage pockets and TWO side net pockets, which is what I wanted.

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Ridgeway by Kelty Hydration Pack - Orange

Perfect price from a proven outdoor company. The bag is large enough for a larger reservoir if you like. I got mine at Sam's for $20

Good size, not too small, not too big. Sufficient pockets I like the small top and side nested "pockets inside pockets." Seems durable and well built. Used for biking and roller blading. Bite valve water flow seemed slow. More details in 'product card' image that I posted. Gift to me purchased from Sam's Club (I think

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Higher Ground Higher Ground Shuttle 2.0 Notebook carrying case Enclosure Color black

NOTE: I purchased the 17" version of this case, but the only apparent differences are the size.

My Dell XPS 17 is a bit of a behemoth and according to the specs, it shouldn't quite fit in the Shuttle 2.0, but it does. The only issue I've found is when you close the 17 Shuttle 2.0's lid over the XPS 17 it rubs just a little on the front of the laptop.

This is not a big deal as the 17 Shuttle 2.0's interior is nicely finished with soft fabric. Actually, pulling the case's top slightly towards you as you lower it over the laptop allows the case to close without even touching the laptop.

This 'rubbing' is certainly not a deal breaker and if I hadn't already known about the specs (according to the specs, the XPS 17 is 1/10" wider than the interior of the 17 Shuttle 2.0) it never would have occurred to me to think the case might be too small for the Dell XPS 17. In fact, if anything this creates a safer and snugger fit for my laptop.

Speaking of this case, it is an excellent case! It is well-built, extremely functional and looks great. I've noticed that while waiting for class with laptop in hand I get a lot of looks from classmates. I think the "portrait" orientation of the case, which is a little unusual, might be partially responsible for this, but it's also a very nice looking case! I opted for the Basic Black, a bit traditional but it's a very nice looking case. I have to admit the pink DID appeal to me and I am secure enough in my manhood to carry pink, but my daughter 'Pinky' would no doubt have nicked the case within a week.

The 17 Shuttle 2.0 has an excellent design and makes using a laptop on the go an easy and enjoyable experience.

When you're ready to work, it's a simple process: you set the case down, grab the two zippers and run them around to the back of the case, open the lid, and you're ready to go! The laptop never has to leave the case!

On the inside of the case are four orange, rubber pedestals that raise the laptop up so air can flow and heat can dissipate. They are 1/4 inch thick, look nicely high-tech (not that you'll ever see them) and have velcro on the bottom so they can be repositioned across the case.

I'm ambivalent about these feet: when I sit with my laptop on my lap, I can feel warmth on my legs (which feels pretty darned good on a cold day). On the other hand, I've never tested the case with the feet removed, so perhaps it is cooling my laptop and I just don't know it. At any rate, they can't hurt and you can always remove them if you want.

As stated earlier, the inside of the case is nicely finished. There is a band inside the case lid, approximately 1" wide, that feels like it might be aluminum, that runs around the inside of the perimeter of the lid. This is what protects the edges of your laptop when the lid is closed and it feels very sturdy and secure.

There is a nylon strap on either side of the case that keeps the lid from opening farther than 90 degrees. This is a very nice feature as it keeps the lid from opening too far and actually gives your screen a little privacy. They only problem I have with them is they block my USB ports on the sides of my laptop (at the back corners.) When plugging in my drive I have to pull the strap out of the way, no big deal.

On the outside of the case are two pouches. One is zippered and is large enough to carry my charging brick, with power cords, and a cordless mouse (I chose the Logitech G700.) To save on space and make things easier, I bought a retractable power cord that is really nice (Zip-Linq, $12 or so at Frys).

The other pouch is for 8.5 x 11 inch documents and secures with a mere 1.5" of velcro, enough to keep your full-size papers secure, but I don't think I'd carry anything small or valuable (like your paycheck.) It's perfect for syllabi, handouts and other crap that you wouldn't really fret about losing, although I think it unlikely that would happen anyway.

Finally, there is a very sturdy handle that has a thick rubber grip that you will really appreciate when you are standing in line for 20 minutes waiting for class, the subway, etc. The handle is black with a the orange Higher Ground logo on the side. It would look really snazzy if the whole thing was orange (Hint, hint.)

All in all this is an AWESOME case and I would give it 10 stars if I could. It's a very well-made product and I couldn't be happier.

Well, I could be happier and this is where I will make suggestions for the future:

1. Someone else mentioned adding brightly colored pulls to the zipper tabs on the case. This is an EXCELLENT idea as it would allow you to quickly see that your case is indeed zipped shut so you don't accidentally pick it up and dump $2,000 of laptop on the floor (*GASP*)!

2. A second (colored) pull on the accessory compartment would be VERY nice.

3. It would most excellent to have a slit on each side of the accessory compartment that would allow you to permanently feed your charging cord into the "cargo bay" so you wouldn't have to pull the cord out of the accessory compartment, around the edge of the case and to the back of your laptop.

It's kind of a PITA to do this and, let's face it, looks sloppy and this case deserves better!

I've been contemplating doing it myself and now that I've had the case for a few months I may give it a try.

Anyway, if you want a truly boffo case that looks awesome and does an even more-awesome job of transporting and protecting your laptop, GET THIS ONE!

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