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Showing posts with label yellow backpack. Show all posts

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Embassy 23" Leather Backpack

Embassy 23' Leather BackpackThis backpack had lots of room but fell apart from the bottom. My daughter is in 7th grade and has a lot of homework, I needed something big and sturdy, but only got the big part. The leather on the bottom gets scraped off, should be reinforced. The wheels are really loud. Would not purchase again.

The leather backpack is soft, large, lots of room for all you need to carry.

It rolls great and the wheels are sturdy. It is very well made.

You just could not do any better then this one.

The last one I had lasted six years, with very rough treatment.

I loved it so much, that I had to get another one.

Look no further, this is the best of it's kind

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I like it. Good looking bag and very comfortble. Also perfect size. Iam glad i got this great bag for traveling

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I bought this as a gift for my boyfriend who is going back to school. He loved it and said it has a lot of compartments which he really likes. It is well made and the fact that it can roll and has a telescoping handle means he is gonna use it for a carry on when he flies too.

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This backpack is perfect for my college age son. It has room for all of his books and everything else he wheels around at school. Great price too.

Sunday, July 13, 2014

Clava Porthole Flap Briefcase

Executive Leather BriefcaseThis gorgeous briefcase is the perfect marriage of form and function. Good looking and professional, with soft, elegant leather, and very well made and functional. I'm always being asked where I got it!

Thursday, July 3, 2014

JanSport Sliver Shoulder Pack

JanSport Sliver Shoulder Pack, Blinded Blue Hippy SkipWow! My 10 year old son begged for a sling backpack for the new school year. After looking at all the packs available on Amazon, I finally settled on this one. I was worried this would be huge, and more backpack then what he needed. But, the other options were either cheap quality, too small, or a tear shaped that I was worried wouldn't fit his binders.

A little hesitant that this might be too big for him, and there were no reviews, I ordered it anyway. My heart sank when I opened the box, though. The backpack that looked too big, now in person, looked way too narrow. But, my son was so excited to try it out.

I opened up the pockets, and was relieved. It is deceivingly larger than what it looks like. It easily fit his two 1" binders and some folders in the main compartment, and a lightweight sweatshirt in the secondary compartment. The strap is very comfortable and distributes the weight over his back very well. I love how much the strap adjusts. It fits me comfortably and doesn't feel disproportional, and adjusts down perfectly to his needs and still looks great on his back.

I doubt there will be any issues with this, and even if there is, JanSport offers a lifetime warranty on their items. I will update in a few months, but so far I think I hit the jackpot with this one :)

Love the color & design

Lot of zippers, easy to carry

Don't like how small it is

Zippers can get stuck.

Great to use for work or going out

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I took this bag international and it made it back in one peice! It accommodated everything I needed and then some! This bag is going everywhere with me from now on.

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Each day I might switch up on bags. I extremely like the durability of the bag. It is more textured than earlier jansports.

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I always juggled things and shoved them in my pocket on my way to work, constantly loosing things. Now, this is my one stop bag for work. Everything is in there and ready to go so I am not running around. LOVE this bag.

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Sunday, April 20, 2014

Girl's Red Angry Bird with Bow Plush Backpack - Angry Birds Kids Bag

Girl's Red Angry Bird with Bow Plush Backpack - Angry Birds Kids BagAwesome! Super soft...you can't put a lot in it but Its not that kind of back pack anyways. The only girl angry bird we could find and it was perfect!

Saturday, April 19, 2014

Large Hemp Backpack

Large Hemp Backpack
  • Hand sewn by Nepalese women in Nepal
  • Made of 100% hemp
  • Inner lining for rugged use
  • Three exterior pockets & flap covered top
  • Measures 18 inches high x 12 inches long x 6 inches wide

when i first received this backpack, i was amazed at how big it was. it was also very sturdy, due to the fabric lining within the pack. the straps are comfortable, but the metal buckles are somewhat difficult to move. i had it for about 5 months, and the button on the smaller front pocket fell off and was lost somewhere in the woods. this wasn't a huge problem, i just sewed on a button which worked perfectly. this isn't exactly suitable for carrying textbooks(at least not with the amount of crap i schlepp to prison-uh, high school). i would absolutely recommend it to anybody, as long as they don't mind their stuff knocking around, as the material is flexible and lacks the stiffness of a jansport type pack.

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I ordered this backpack to replace an very similar one my daughter had used for several years (the straps finally

wore out and broke) and it arrived in just a few days and was exactly what she was looking for. And she loved the

"minimal" packaging it came in, too.

Sunday, April 13, 2014

OGIO Big Dome Street Duffel

Ogio Big Dome Duffle BagMATERIALS & CONSTRUCTION:

First rate. This bag is very high quality. The main zipper is oversize and looks like it will last. Materials and stitching about best I've seen.

FUNCTION:

Intially, concerned that there are only two pockets (end pocket on the end for shoes), and small side pocket, but this seems plenty. The shoe pocket is large enough for large pair of tennis shoes, swim trunks, and even overnight dirty laundry. Small pocket fine for keys, ipod, lock, etc..

SIZE:

This bag is slightly larger than most gym bags, but because it does not have a flat, firm bottom it packs a lot of stuff, and yet can be compressed into a locker. Large enough for workout gear, wash kit, and change of clothes.

This is a high quality multi purpose gym bag. I can easily fit all of my gym equipment (jump rope, tape, chalk, 2 pairs of shoes, straps, and more) plus 2 changes of clothes, my protein, and meals and snacks for the day all in this one bag. Its been a life saver.

Easy to compartmentalize shoes and sweaty clothes from the gear and clean stuff.

Highly recommend this bag. Great value for the price.

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The bag is great, but we just wish we'd ordered one with a water bottle holder. That's our only objection to the bag and it's our fault, not yours. We just couldn't tell from the picture whether it had a water bottle holder or not. Most people needing a sports bag also need to carry water. Great bag, though. Thanks!

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This bag is the great size for a visit to the gym and will hold a change of clothes and pair of shoes to fit in a locker easily. The front pocket is perfect for keys wallet and cell phone. My biggest gripe is the pocket on the end. I'ts difficult to use for shoes or flip flops as they get a little lost in it when you have other things in the bag. The zipper on this end pocket comes off its track frequently but the other zippers work fine.

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I purchased this bag primarily as an every day bag to take to the gym. I take a pair of running shoes and cycling shoes. My old gym bag was getting too small. It fits everything I need but it is not so big that it looks like I am packing for a week.

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Lenovo Thinkpad Business Backpack 43r2482

Lenovo Thinkpad Business Backpack 43r2482I bought this backpack for simple storage and occasional travel. I don't work outside my home so my needs are different than other backpack users.

I wanted something reasonably priced, compact, easy to use and comfortable for the few times that I would carry it through the airport. It does have provision to slip over the pull up handle of wheeled luggage.

The description says 15.4" but my 15.6 Lenovo SL510 fits on its side in its own padded compartment with padded pillow on the bottom. The little zip pouch is a nice addition as it protects & stores the charging cord in a neat bundle. It's well padded. The fabric is sturdy. I especially like the outside zip storage for my mouse... If I decide to use it at the last minute, there's no need to dig around looking for it.

I think it could use some protective feet on the bottom, but that's not really a big issue.

The pack fits my 5'5" 60 ish female frame comfortably, without a lot of added bulk, whether slung over my shoulder or worn on my back...

I got it for 42 dollars but i do not think this is as great a deal as it could be. The worst thing about the bag is that it is not waterproof so if it rains, you are on your own. I am surprised Lenovo did not think of this. Otherwise my wide-screen SL 500 15.4 laptop fits very nicely in the bag and its numerous pockets for business necessities are good too. It is easy to carry and has a nice cushion at the back. But I wish it were waterproof so I would not have any complaints and would rate is as 5.

Update: After a year of use, I have to say that it is quite a good bag. A thin layer inside is torn but the bag seems more sturdy than I gave it credit for. It also has held out in medium rain so I would like to give it 5 stars now instead of 4. It can be used to store at least one big book with the laptop inside and is good for everyday use. It has definitely lasted better than I thought it would.

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Personally, I think you will not regret for this purchase. This bag's quality is very good; room inside is large enough for one 16" laptop and 3 thick textbooks for school use. I also could put my huge bookstand into it, very convenient for school use.

Good Product!

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I'd highly recommend this backpack, its perfect, keeps the laptop safe and sound, plus has lots of space to carry accessories and books.

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it has all the space i can use and so many different rooms that is perfect for documents, mouse, extra harddrive, pencils etc.

i like the look of it and my lenovo E530 (15,6) fits perfect in it.

price was also good compared to many other laptop backpacks

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Monday, March 31, 2014

Monster High Umbrella

Monster High UmbrellaJust FYI to all, $24.99 is wayyyy overpriced for this umbrella. You can get it from Toys R' Us for $9.99 and yes it is the same exact umbrella.

Item came in padded envelope but was luckily intact. Umbrella is from the Monster High theme which my younger daughters like very much. It is a functional umbrella that is about 30% smaller than a regular-sized umbrella that best fits/surrounds a small 6-8 YO child. The handle is made of a heavy type of painted plastic/wood material and is glued to the main umbrella shaft. The umbrella does not have a locking mechanism once extended/opened and uses a "tension"-type of lock where once it is opened, you extend the umbrella fully opened and it holds in place. My daughters have used it for school on rainy days, but is really suitable for "light" rainy days. This item is meant for younger kids and can withstand light/mild rain. If it is very windy with harder rain, I send my kids to school with more durable umbrellas. Otherwise, my kids like the novelty of this themed item and it does protect against light rain/low wind, but that is really all it probably can withstand. It is more of a "show" item but does cover them up. Overall, we are happy with the purchase.

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Daughter needed a smaller umbrella for a project and it worked out well. Actually I loved the umbrella. It was cool.

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My youngest daughter is into Monster High these days. She was so excited to see her umbrella to use to and from school, etc. Who would've known a young girl would want it to rain soon! haahaa! Thank you!

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Friday, March 14, 2014

Targus Checkpoint-Friendly Air Traveler Backpack for 16 Inch Laptops TBB012US (Black)

Targus Checkpoint-Friendly Air Traveler Backpack for 16 Inch Laptops TBB012USI had no problem with using this bag through airport security and it fits fine under the seat. It's a very roomy bag and I was able to fit three changes of clothes plus heels. Here's another trick for using this bag: put your liquids in a bag between the two compartments so when you unzip the bag to go through the x-ray machine, you can toss your liquids into a bin. No need to fish it out of the main compartment.

After dropping my laptop in Dulles Airport after getting through security, I knew there had to be a better way. This was much cheaper than the replacement CD-Rom drive that got broken.

The side pockets are easy to throw in drinks for those long, dry-air flights. The laptop section held a 15.4 Dell M4400 (the widest brick-heavy laptop out there) with ease. I love the section in the back padding that allows you to slip it right over the handles of your carry-on with having to worry about it falling off. The middle section gives you plenty of space for magazines, notepads and a some snacks. The pouch section holds my USB drive, iphone and blackberry cables, as well as perfecly holds my noise canceling head phones. The zip-thru pouch that opens up is great for putting a jacket in. So when you unzip to get through security, you throw the jacket in the bins, when it comes out "cooked" on the other side of the X-Ray you through it right back in once you zip it back up.

The greatest part is that it all fits comfortably under the seat in front of you.

The only thing I miss is that my old targus had a shoulder pouch to keep a pack of cigarettes\cell phone in.

I can make it through security, without juggling 3 bins like I use to. Now it is this backpack first, bin full of my shoes, belt and ziplock bag, all being pushed along with my carry-on. I can get through the security X-Ray and running out the other side in less than 30 seconds. Assuming I dont have that guy that has to make 4 trips through the detector cause he forget to remove his keys first, then his belt, then his watch. :)

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I was searching for a sturdy backpack for school that would allow me to carry my laptop as well as schoolbooks. After reading many of the reviews of this bag, I placed my order and crossed my fingers. I shouldn't have worried; it's a great bag! Solidly built and traveler-friendly with a ton of compartments for every little thing one might need to stow away. While this backpack is slightly larger than your average backpack, it is comfortable to wear trekking cross campus. Also, another aspect of this bag that I love is that it stands upright. I know that sounds kinda crazy, but I find it annoying when your backpack flops over next to your desk and stuff kind of just falls out, or if you need to grab something quickly out of the bag you have to awkwardly curl your body around the side of your chair and then on the way up, smash your head against the desk. So yeah, lazy girl (points to self) loves the convenience of a bag that stands upright for easy grabbage. I plan to travel with this backpack when I fly home this Christmas instead of bringing a bulky tote bag on the plane.

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I purchased two of these, one for me and my girlfriend, for a recent business trip. It sure was easy to pass security this time without having to remove my laptop from the previous laptop bags I own. The pockets were roomy enough that it was able to hold all my techie gear.

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I bought this backpack about 7 months ago. I am not really a backpack person; I prefer shoulder bags. I decided to buy this backpack when I needed to travel abroad and needed to check everything in except for my laptop. This backpack served its purpose. It has lots of spaces to help compartmentalize your items. It fits under the seat in front in the airplane and it can contain two laptops comfortably with few other clothes and items. I now use it for my frequent domestic travels and for grad school. It helps me keep organized. I no longer have to stand in front of my door for about 3 minutes searching for my keys. It has a special place now; so also does my umbrella and water bottle. I really love this backpack. I can go on and on but in summary I recommend this backpack, you will not regret it. Mine is 7 months old and still looks very new.

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Friday, February 28, 2014

Port Authority Cinch Pack with Mesh trim BG81

Port Authority Cinch Pack with Mesh trim BG81My son was tired of being bullied at school by being "debooked"which in turn means the kids walk up behind a child and knocks their books and papers out of their hands, and all over the floor. My son has special needs and he thought about this item as something to help him. Sure enough, it did the trick and the kids all think it is cool! It is very well constructed and we haven't had any problems with it. I am thinking of purchasing another one some time soon!

Monday, February 17, 2014

15 Inch Lovebirds Eyecatching Red On Black And White DOUBLE Sided Print Design Laptop Carrying Case

15 Inch Lovebirds Eyecatching Red On Black And White DOUBLE Sided Print Design Laptop Carrying Case Netbook Notebook Slipcase Bag Sleeve for Macbook Pro Vaio Acer Asus Dell HP Sony ToshibaI'm very disappointed about the way the color looks. Like other viewers said about the color, it has a dingy and dirty look not white at all. I regret buying it. I need it in a hurry for my laptop before my unexpected long trip out of town. It serves well for the purposed of protecting the laptop but the color is not what it looks like from the product details. I won't recommend it to anyone.

This case is exactly what I ordered. The quality is great and I would highly recommend buying it! I even spilled some juice on it, washed it, and the stain came right out. Love it!

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It will definitely serve the purpose for which it was purchased. But the previous review was spot on about the way it looks. Dingy and dirty: not white at all. I'm disappointed.

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It is very nice, and protects computer and is nice to look at. I would recommend this item to others.

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Don't waste your time purchasing this product. The graphic's on it are shadowed,and looks bad. The white part isn't white, it is a dingy, nasty yellow color, and it has a horrendous odor!!! Horrible, horrible product.

Thursday, January 23, 2014

JanSport Adrenaline Series Kilowatt Backpack

JanSport Kilowatt Adrenaline Series Backpack, Blue RidgeThe backpack does hold just about all you can imagine packing for school. The straps are comfortable and don't rub my shoulders like my previous bag did. However, almost immediately some of the stitching on the front came loose, and the straps make a faint squeaking noise if you walk fast with a heavy load. You can load it full of heavy items, but as all backpacks do it will hurt your back if you carry too much. Overall, I'd recommend this backpack for anyone needing to carry a heavy load for shorter distances.

Beautiful bag with many compartments. Stiking color contast. As all Jansport bags, very well made. Worth every penny.

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This is a sturdy backpack and good for the price. I've always thought JanSport had the best backpacks and this one doesn't disappoint. I wanted something attractive that wasn't too flashy. I'm a law student and I carry around ridiculously heavy books, so in addition I needed something sturdy. This backpack does not disappoint. It holds up very well.

It has two main zipper parts. The first one is the "main large one," where I put all of my books. The second one is smaller, and has a pocket to put your cell phone as well as another place to put pencils or anything else. I usually also put my lunch in this part, or something smaller than a regular textbook or notebook.

There is also a very small little pocket at the top near the top handle. It also zips up and I use this to put my car keys and my sunglasses in. You could also probably put an iPod or something else up there.

I gave this four stars instead of five only because I wish there was a smaller zipper pocket on the front of the bag. My other JanSport bag had more smaller compartments and I do miss that. All in all, however, I love the style of this bag and the color, so this is a great bag for the price.

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No real complaints, the price is a bit high, but not too bad... good backpack

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This backpack is really nice, and it's comfortable. The picture that is shown here isn't even close to the actual color though. In real life it's bright red.

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Plaid Cross Body Sling Messenger Backpack / Outdoor Daypack Bag

FASH Trendy Checks Plaid Cross Body Messenger Backpack -For Students,weekend Backpack,college Bag.Would never buy from this manufacturer again. Bag was too big and not appealing to the eye. Returned for a refund

What a buy! Caught an awesome deal on this. Very happy with quality of product. This is light weight but durable. Zippers glide easily to open and close. Nice pockets.

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The zipper broke first zip, don't waste your time or money. It's also to small to fit a regular sized laptop and the production is so terrible there were strings hanging everywhere.

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Saturday, January 11, 2014

DAKINE Girl's Garden Pack

DAKINE Garden Day Pack, 20-Liter, CapriOverall, I think this is an awesome backpack. It's very durable, and the pockets are conveniently placed. It's great if you don't carry around a lot of books, and it doesn't fall over when you set it up against a desk like most other backpacks do. I purchased one 2 years ago and have been using it ever since.

Pros:

-Durable and Sturdy

-Laptop Sleeve

-Adjustable Straps

-Many Pockets

Cons:

-Expands 6 inches... at most. (literally it dosent expand any farther than that)

I would NOT recommend this backpack to people who are going to be carrying a lot of books around. It's about the size of a Jansport backpack, so if you think those are small, I would not recommend this as the backpack for you.

I was fed up using and wearing purses when I hit Amazon to look for a cute everyday backpack. I hate carrying a purse on one shoulder and never having enough room to carry around all of my stuff. This backpack is cute but not huge. The last thing I wanted was to look like a highschool kid carrying around an enormous backpack. This is big enough for all of my stuff but cute, slim, and stylist enough that I still feel like an adult carrying it. I love all the small pockets and the side pockets. The back is padded nicely and the straps are very comfortable.

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Its a lot better than my previous back pack and equally distributes weight to avoid back pain. Its also very cute although a lot more purple than displayed in the picture. Only problem is that I can't fit more than one text book in it and if I put a text book and my laptop its pretty crowed. It works for me because I leave my text books at home anyways but if you're one of those people who is going to need to carry multiple text books... good luck.

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I purchased this bag because I just got a laptop, and I wanted to get a laptop case and a backpack in one! The only problem is, I have a pretty large laptop, so it doesn't fit in the designated space, but it does fit in the main backpack pocket! I love this backpack, and I especially like the insulated sunglasses pocket! I definately reccomend this brand!

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I'm in college and I gotot the bird love style backpack. I absolutely LOVE it.

It is kinda small but the measurements are in the desciption so I don't think people should've given bad reviews because of that.

I don't take a rediculous amount of things to my classes so this backpack is a perfect fit for all my stuff and even if it wasn't i'd keep it just because of how beautiful it is (:

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

OGIO Lucas Bag

Ogio Lucas BackpackI had an OGIO before. It took me through 4 years of rough usage. I bought this for my wife and she likes it.

Pros: real light weight but built strong like an OGIO. Laptop is well protected.

Cons: like the other OGIO i had before, this one does not have the laptop compartment that opens from the side. I loved the convenience of taking my laptop in/out without having to deal with the rest of the stuff in the backpack.

Friday, December 27, 2013

Dakine Girls Wonder Pack

DAKINE Wonder Backpack - Women's - 900cu in Jasmine, One SizeI need something on the smaller side to throw in a few things for hiking, swimming, anything where I needed my hands free but something small enough I could run around and not have it bouncing all over my back. Discovered this backpack, and love it! It has a waterproof shell and seems very durable. I'm 5'7 135 and I have all the straps pulled almost as tight as they will go so even though it's labeled for girls it would fit anyone. It's already survived the river, woods, trunk, and mud pit with flying colors. I would buy again for sure.

This backpack is very small. It is well made and will last. It is not well-suited for a high school student. My daughter is very small 4'8" and this backpack was too small for her. She also could not put her books and binders in this bag.

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I bought this bag for a Maui vacation. I didn't want to use an expensive purse since I planned on doing a lot of sightseeing. I wanted a nice backpack that wouldn't get in my way and would hold everything my purse could. This bag definitely did just that. It has 2 side pockets which are nice for bottles of water. A small zip pocket at the top of the bag which held my chapstick and other little things that I didn't want to fall to the bottom of the inside of the bag. I got back from Maui a month ago and I've still been using it. It's perfect for throwing everything in and just going.

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This bag is perfect for me to put my exercise equipment in. My yoga mat fits great in the board straps and my resistance bands, agility ladder, speed rope, ..ALL my Asylum workout stuff.. Goes inside. I have also found this to be great when hiking!

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Such a great backpack! It's going to be perfect for my upcoming trips. My only wish is that it has one of those secret pockets in the inner lining. Other than that, it's wonderful!

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Brenthaven 2071102 Expandable Trek Backpack for Notebooks / Ultrabook up to 15.6-Inch - Titanium

Brenthaven 2071102 Expandable Trek Backpack for Notebooks / Ultrabook up to 15.6-Inch  - TitaniumThe Brenthaven Expandable Trek backpack seemed like a great backpack when I first got it: it has a nice padded computer sleeve built in for my MacBook; it has a nice expandable compartment that can hold my camera, a few books, and a lunch; it has all kinds of useful little pockets and features.

Until the zipper went out for the main compartment I would have rated it 4 or 5 stars for sure. But since the zipper went out its now nothing but a useless dud, so thus the 1-star rating. Bummer. And that was after very little use.

I contacted Brenthaven about having it repaired, and they've provided me a return authorization #, and asked me to ship the bag to them for repairs. Ok, I will, but it is an inconvenince, it costs money, and it takes time to get it fixed. It is something that should have never happened in what is billed as a quality product. After all, my Rick Steves cheapo backpack has gone through years of hard use with nary a problem, and it was only $15. Sigh.

UPDATE: I just received back 'my' backpack from Brenthaven, and I have to say that their customer service was superb. Not only was their turn-around time incredibly quick, they actually 'repaired' my bag by replacing it with the latest model. I'm impressed. I also noticed that the new version has much more rugged zippers, as well as a few new additional features. Way to go Brenthaven! Although the Amazon rating system doesn't allow for it, if I could I'd raise my rating to 4-stars based on Brenthaven's customer service(not 5-stars because I believe it shouldn't have failed to begin with).

I purchased this bag as a replacement to the Swiss Gear Laptop backpack which I had for 7 years or so. The old Swiss Gear had plenty of space and was very functional and when loaded up wore, well on my shoulders. I searched for a new bag for several weeks, checking pics, reading reviews, and shopping in brick and mortar stores as well as online with ebags, Amazon and company websites.

What I carry:

I typically travel with 1 to 2 laptops, power units, Ipod, Ipod charger, Ipod battery backup, Headset (over the ear) cell phone & charger, work files, a book or two to read and one or two magazines, Foreign Affairs or Dwell, etc...I usually have a small bottle of advil and cough drops handy, also business cards, and pens, glasses, sunglasses, and small calculator. Lately, i have been bringing a small hard drive, and all the additional cables you may want to use with a laptop, (USB, firewire, etc...).

Bag review: The total bag construction is solid, and lighter than my old Swiss Gear. The bag has a main compartment, small fleece lined pocket, second expandable compartment, outside back lower compartment, 2 vertical zipper pockets (small), two outside zipper pockets on either side of the bag, and a small Ipod pocket on the top neckside of the bag.

Main compartment storage-> There are plenty of pockets to store all the little stuff in the main compartment but I wish the small compartments were mesh, so you could see everything, and also had a velcro closer so things do not spill out when the bag is thrown around in an airline cabin. This is also where you would store small files and books. The main compartment zipper opening is adequate, but the opening could be larger. The laptop protection sleeve is here and is superior to the Swiss Gear.

The small fleece lined zippered pocket is adequate but the real advantage here is the quick access. I wish it was 10% to 20% bigger. The second deep compartment is expandable. I use it for magazines, glass cases, small books, etc...It is useful and has good zipper access. The outside back lower compartment is where all your pens, calculator, cough drops, house keys, garage door remote ( i never leave mine in the car at the airport), business cards, and other small stuff go. I have adapted to using this very well and so will anyone.

There two vertical zippers pockets on either side of the lower back compartment and i have found useful for segmenting the Ipod cables and computer cables i always carry. The two left and right outside zipperd pockets are just large enough for the two computer power units. The two mesh water bottles on each of these are worthless and Brenthaven needs to re-design these. The small Ipod pocket on the top inside ( up by your neck area, where your back meets the pack) is a nice addition and you can run the small ear buds directly out of it to your ears while you hike or walk with the bag ( i do not use it but it is a nice feature for some).

I really like the way this pack wears on my shoulders and back. It has excellent ergonomics and is very comfortable when loaded down. I am 6' 1", 187lbs and simply do not feel sore after wearing this bag loaded down for some time. Overall this is a solid performing bag and hope to get years of use from it. The titanium and black color combination looks good too, it is a cross between business casual and urban survival.

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This is the second Brenthaven Trek backpack I purchased. The first was for my personal Mac Book. When it came time to purchase one for my work laptop it just seemed logical. It has storage galore. Plenty of little pockets for storing flash drives, mice, accessories and power supplies. In fact, when going on vacation I pack both my work and personal computer in one bag. There is plenty of room for both PLUS everything else and it fits nicely on the plane under the seat.

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This is an excellent backpack--it is very sturdy and well-built. I carry a huge book load to and from medical school and this backpack easily handles the 50+ pounds. The computer storage is safe and well-padded. The shoulder straps are very sturdy and very comfortable even with heavy weights. Zippers are all high quality. I would strongly recommend this backpack over pretty much anything I have ever had/seen before.

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I use this BP everyday in the field doing maintenance on wireless cell sites which includes working on Catalina Island.

The need for a BP that was:

Strong enough to hold all my items

Plenty of extra pockets for small test eq. items, misc. hand tools

Dependable top handle to use for hoisting the bag up ladders etc.

Professional looking too

So far I have had great success with this BP.

Items for concern are:

Too small of an opening for the front pocket. Needs to have a larger diameter.

Top pouch to be a little deeper.

Side mesh pockets to be taller and more flexible but still have a firm grip on water bottels, meters etc.

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Friday, October 11, 2013

Batman 16 Inch Backpack with Padded Chest Plate - Black

Batman 16 Inch Backpack with Padded Chest Plate - BlackAwesome! My boy loves it and hasnt taken it since the purchase! Material is durable. It comfortably holds books and toys.... All the valuables a young man could have!

I love it! It was a gift for my godson and he loooooooove it!! It has many compartments and he can fit all he needs for preschool. Very good for a 6 to 7 year old.

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I don't know why the bad reviews on this bag. I bought it for my 3 year old batman fanatic. He loves it. I personally think the "chest" of the bag is funny and cute. It's very roomy. My only gripe about it, is the zipper. You can actually see it in the picture. The zipper is on one side of the bag, not both. And you have to go under a strap, to zip/unzip it. Kinda inconvenient, but a minor inconvenience. The straps on this bag, (that go on your shoulders) are very thick. I'd reccommend this bag for any batman fan!

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This is an awesome backpack. Very sturdy, great quality and your son will feel like a genuine superhero wearing it to school. Good pockets.

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Saturday, August 17, 2013

Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack

Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II BackpackThe Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack is a great pack. It provides typical Maxpedition quality in a rugged, well designed, extremely strong and durable product that has MOLLE attachments to add gear as necessary.

The Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack is great for day hikes and even minimalist over night camping where water will not be an issue. It holds approximately 1400 cubic inches of gear which should be plenty for a day hike. With a thin profile you will be able to trail blaze through bush with no problem. The "Y" compression strap helps to keep everything in place.

Side Pouches

The side pockets will each hold a 32 oz. Nalgene bottle. If water is going to be an issue this pack may not be your first option since it is not very compatible for a hydration system. But you do have options...if water is an issue you can always attach one or two Maxpedition Mini Rollypoly Folding Dump Pouch which will each hold a 32 oz. Nalgene bottle. You have just doubled your water capability. The modularity offers many configurations depending on your needs.

Shoulder Straps

The shoulder straps are well padded and capable of attaching a 4" or 5" flashlight sheath and a single sheath for a multi-tool. These add ons are also available from Maxpedition and are well worth the price. It comes with a chest strap for added comfort.

Main Compartment

The main compartment is a nice size and opens with two zippers in a clam shell fashion allowing you to completely open the pack to get what you need as opposed to taking out all of your gear to find the needed item. The main compartment is large enough to hold a first aid kit, pocket rocket with fuel, food, extra socks, a light jacket and more.

Front Pouch and Slip Pocket

The front pouch will hold a lot of your smaller gear and the slip pocket will hold thin items such as a map, compass, fleece hat, headlamp, etc.

Maxpedition products are designed for hard use, durability and a long product life. Many of the other larger companies cannot and do not match the quality of Maxpedition. I highly recommend the Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon-II Backpack.

this pack is OK, but before you buy, consider a few of my beefs, and take the 'flexibility' or 'durability' claims with a grain of salt:

1. zippers are not as rugged to match the hype of this gear's 'durability'

2. you can see through the fabric from the inside of the pack to the outside on the side panels

3. there is a handle, but no way to stow or remove the shoulder straps quite annoying!

4. mismatched zippers (dualand single-zipper arrangements)

5. missing tabs for d-rings on bottom of pack

6. inability to remove bottle sacks on sides of the pack

7. insanely expensive accessories

8. obfuscated, hidden warranty info on manufacturer's site (you won't find it through one or two mouse clicks or a search)

9. 'lifetime' warranty has many caveats with a minefield of exclusions (IOW, not a 'no-questions-asked warranty')

i got around a few of the limitations by going to alternative manufacturers for accessories (pouches, etc.); i also installed some D-rings, and will have to install at least two more underneath the pack to allow flexibility in carry of clothing, tarp, or other round items

in all, this product does suit my needs, but it is not perfect; on the plus side, the pack does supports Molle gear and snap pouches; there are at least four areas for these accessories; i would have liked to see some velcro strap attachment points, but that's just a personal pref

it's a smallish pack, but can hold enough stuff for a weekend or outing on the trail or pier; we'll see how the material holds up, but i fear for the thin fabric on the side panels

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This is a perfect pack! I have Blackhawk bags, packs and cases, Camelbak packs, Tumi bags, etc. but Maxpedition is what I use on a day to day basis. I purchased a Maxpedition bag almost a year ago and started using it for a computer case. I liked it so much I gave away my leather Tumi computer case! I got rid of other computer cases. I then purchased another Maxpedition case and started using it as a range bag. I then gave my other three Blackwater bags to family members for their range bags and kept the Maxpedition for myself. I then purchased a PYGMY Falcon II backpack and carried it for times when I go hiking, etc. It's like a day pack on steroids and has a perfect balance and ability to load the gear without hassle. It's not a large or small pack, but more of a medium pack. I don't use it daily, but I have smaller Maxpedition bags and cases that carry things like phone chargers, notebooks, etc. and move them from bag to bag depending upon the need. If you see me I'll have a Maxpedition pack, bag or case nearby, carrying anything from a computer for work, stuff to take on the range or whatever I need. They just work...and work well!

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I was excited at first when I ordered this backpack. I had intended on using it for hikes and other outdoors activities. However, I was surprised when it arrived that the photo was not representative of the actual color. For this item, the title does not match the photographyou are going to receive a SUPER green backpack, not a lighter grey/green item.

Additionally, the dimensions seemed massivethe website lists it, however in person it seemed even bigger. The material was rough, felt thin and tacky, and there was a disappointing lack of features inside the backpack to warrant its high price. I tried the backpack out by stuffing it and wearing it a bitI'm tall but a bit on the stocky frame, the backpack looked large and ungainly on me, was not particularly comfortable. So for me, it was a no go, and I returned it.

The pro's are that if you don't care too much about organization, you can stuff quite a bit into the backpack. You lose the rectangular look if you overstuff however, and that in the future will cause heavy sagging and stretch out the bag. So just be careful!

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I read some of the reviews on here and decided they must be reviewing a different pack... I have been using backpacks for years instead of a briefcase. I have had many different brands, some good, some bad but very few were great. The Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon II lands in the great range. Design, function, durability all excellent. The available pouches and accessories make it completely customizable. I carry this pack every day and I have never owned a pack I like better. I am very particular and an admitted gear junky and I cannot think of anything I would change. Beware once you get the pack in your hands you will want all the accessories to go with it and will spend as much on them as you did the pack. I did! No regrets!

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Sunday, July 28, 2013

Accessories Boutique The Hello Kitty Signature ABS Luggage in Pink

Accessories Boutique The Hello Kitty Signature ABS Luggage in PinkI bought this for my granddaughter for her birthday, & she thought it was the best gift ever! She is 6 years old! We are going on a trip to AZ in May, so she is really excited to use it! Very well constructed. Looks like it will hold up. I don't know if I would send it through baggage claim though. I definitely think this is for carry on only.

She loves it, but I just like it. the suitcase looks very nice but the plastic shell may not last as long as I would like.

But since this is for weekend trips to Nana's house it will work just fine.

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