I am so pleasantly impressed by this backpack. The comfort, durability, style, and functionality are top notch at a great price. I work a hybrid remote/office schedule and this is perfect for taking my necessities to and from each. The material is stylish yet durable and the variety of storage options is great without the backpack being bulky. It is sleek and stylish but can hold a ton! I would absolutely consider other Mark Ryder products again. Only complaint (and it is minor) is the charging port input and output is USB A, not USB C. Great bag!!! Read more
4.5 stars. This has been my daily bag for a year and half. Some thoughts for others: -it is not waterproof, one heavy downpour soaked the inside, I purchased a basic black rainfly for the next downpour. For light rain or drizzle, the bag does well. -the pocket on the shoulder straps is too small to put anything in and the zipper does not stay closed. They should re-work this pocket or just remove it. -the back does get hot when you wear it with both straps on, additional ventilation would be helpful. Perhaps something like the Osprey daypacks, where there is more of a mesh back suspended from the top and bottom -the top pocket is great, holds a couple of earbuds, pens, etc, it would be nice to have this pocket a little bigger since it is so easy to use -the USB charging port is not helpful, I only used it once most phones can hold a charge long enough that this could be removed. It would also be nice if the USB port was removable or you could cover it with a flap -the bag does look dressy, have worn it with suits, blazers -the large interior pocket is enough to do an overnight, holds a dress shirt, personal items and small toiletry bag -the water bottle pouch does well, it would be helpful to have a cinch cord to hold a bottle more tightly or to have a slightly longer pocket so bottles don't fall out (has happened a few times). All in all, it is a great bag and I'm happy with the switch from a messenger Timbukto bag to the "dress" backpack. Read more
Your search is over, GET THIS ONE!! Best on the market for functionality and price. Basically infinite storage. Zippers are smooth, backpack is sleek and water-resistant, and the material is extremely durable. I have to fit a CRAP TON of stuff in here for school and somehow it fits everything! Protects my laptop with plenty of padding in the sleeve, and protects everything from the rain. When you think you’ve found all the storage, you’re always wrong. You’ll discover more. Had it for 6 months (including during a study abroad) and still looks brand-new. Nothing broken or even worn. (FYI Travelers: all I took on the study abroad was a carry-on and this backpack, and I’m a girl. I could fit SO MUCH in it, and I could easily fit it under the seat. Love all the hidden pockets to prevent pickpocketing too!) What could be better: (being picky) * Comfort: The padding on your back is thin, the material on your shoulders is scratchy if you have a heavy load, and the straps aren’t reinforced to help you with the weight. But, I use this backpack every single day as a college student and my back is just fine! * Water bottle pocket: Won’t fit most water bottles. But, the interior has so much storage, just put it in there! * Laptop sleeve: The sleeve is sectioned off into 2 main sections and has this weird pocket in the middle of the separation flap. Not a very functional pocket and makes it hard to put things in that sleeve-section. But, there’s always the other section! * Stability: Doesn’t stand up well on its own, needs to be propped up against something. Then again, I probably overfill mine so that might be the issue. * Pins: Can’t put decorative pins in this material. Comes with the sleek look and the water resistance. Read more
Purchased this for my father last year as he travels every 6 months and wanted a backpack that would fit his clothes while being durable enough to last. I just recently seen him on his visit to Texas from California and the bag literally looks new. He loves this backpack because he can fit 5 shirts, 3 bottoms, 5 pairs of socks, 5 underwear, and his toiletries no problem. It works perfectly as a carry on for any flight and is well made. I think this back looks more expensive than it was with perfect stitching, multiple pockets, and thick straps. Not to mention it holds up in different climates as my dad travels to Bolivia 6 months out of the year, handled the Texas humidity just fine, and doesn't seem to fade from the sun. I would definitely buy this again, and am thinking about purchasing for my friend who takes his laptop everywhere with other documents. It isn't a cheap purchase but makes a great Father's Day gift or birthday present. Read more
I've been using this backpack for work and some travel for about 6 months, including frequent bike commuting. I like the quality of all components including the zippers, and the seemingly durable materials (no visible wear after daily use so far). Lots of pockets and storage spaces, and the padded laptop compartment is great. I typically carry a laptop, charger, mouse, documents, lunch, and a coffee thermos, and it all fits well. The straps and top handle are ergonomic and functional. It's comfortable to wear even when heavily loaded. I think it looks great, too My only tiny quibble is that the small storage pocket on the strap can easily come unzipped during normal use. Read more
