I purchased this for my 4.5 year old daughter to use for school. I wanted a separate flat compartment for papers (she has homework this year); a large compartment for her lunchbox, sweatshirt, etc.; at least one small compartment for miscellaneous treasures; and a water bottle pocket that was not mesh (the mesh always tears). It was impossible to find a kid's backpack with a separate compartment where her papers wouldn't get smashed when she crammed other things into her backpack. And this was the smallest backpack I could find anywhere that met my criteria. It's really well made, has not gotten dirty despite the light-colored fabric and bottom, and actually fits her fine (although she's big for her age). It would be a fine size for an adult too--I like it so much I would use it myself! Read more
Perfect size for air travel — no unnecessary pockets, straps, lash points, etc. I’m not climbing Everest. Read more
I’ve been looking for a backpack for commuting to work and travel. My requirements were that it holds my mammoth laptop (17in. brick for my type of work) which I know it says it will hold a 16” but I was hoping! I also really wanted 2 water bottle pockets, a luggage pass through (which the Berkeley doesn’t have); and also that it stands up on its own so it’s not a pain to load and unload. It does! My other requirements seemed to be the most difficult, I didn’t want it to be too outdoorsy and the color had to be black or somewhat neutral, and lastly cost $100ish or less. I love the look of the Berkeley it comes in black and the price is perfect, the luggage pass through I can live without but my laptop only fits in the main compartment making it cumbersome to access other things. It would be a great travel backpack with my personal laptop. The main compartment would be plenty big for all the in flight necessities. It’s comfortable on my petite frame and doesn’t look like a child’s backpack or I’m getting ready to go on a hike! The quality looks like typical North Face - totally wished the laptop sleeve was like an inch wider! 5 stars because it is (almost) perfect! Read more
I’m in love with this backpack! 😍 It’s super comfortable for my back, easy to wear, and looks so stylish. The size is perfect—not too big, but still fits everything I need. Highly recommend if you want something practical and nice Read more
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I ordered 2 of these as personal items for me and my husband on an international trip. We both really enjoy these backpacks, and now mine is used as a daily use diaper bag/ daypack. I keep my kids water bottles in the side pockets. Warning: ater bottles will fall out if you bend over while wearing the backpack! I read a review that says it's too small. In my opinion, that's the point of this bag. Simple, well constructed, and small enough to fit under the airplane seat but can still hold what you need when thoughtfully packed. I do wish it had a Keychain leash but can't win em all, especially at this price. I love mine. Read more
This is a well made backpack. Pretty color blue. It’s not large. Fits my 15.5 in laptop and some note books and file folders. It would not be a good choice for a kid that carries all their books with them. It’s a good travel size as I take it to and from work every day. Comfortable on my shoulder. Read more
Use it as a gym bag and wow it looks awesome. Read more
