Very pretty and well made backpack. Looks strong. Very comfortable soft straps, but too big for my 2 year old to carry on his own (not really an issue for us)
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Backpack - Disney - Toy Story - In the Space Large School Bag
Very pretty and well made backpack. Looks strong. Very comfortable soft straps, but too big for my 2 year old to carry on his own (not really an issue for us)
BROWN Canvas Military Style Backpack School Bag Camping Bag Large Size Classic Look
- BROWN Canvas Military Style Backpack School Bag Camping Bag Large Size Classic Look
- Show your cool characters! Item's dimension: : 18.1" in H, 11.4" in W ,11.4" cm in Depth
- Genuine Leather Trim
- We are a US Company and we handle all customer service in US.You do not have to deal with International buyer for international return!
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It's sturdy, made of great materialsall canvas with leather accentslooks great in person. Large but not obscenely largeplenty of pockets and compartments. I really love this bag.This backpack has many roomy pockets with soft, genuine leather straps. It feels very sturdy and would last a long time through any rugged terrains. I unfortunately had to ship mine back as it was a lot larger and heavier than I thought it would be. The shipping weight listed is 3 pounds, and the backpack itself is also 3 pounds so take this into consideration if you plan on carrying a lot. I had purchased it with the intent to use it for school and camping, but it was too large and heavy for everyday, school use.Want BROWN Canvas Military Style Backpack School Bag Camping Bag Large Size Classic Look Discount?
I bought this for my daughter-in-law for Christmas and she loved it. She's in the military and also travels a lot for fun.The bag has plenty of room for a weekend trip or just to carry your stuff! She made the comment that not only was
it practical, had plenty of room and even though it is advertised as military style, it was also pretty enough for a girl!
It is also made very well too. The leather accents are great and it is very versatile. She should get years of service out
of the bag.
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I have received the bag today( June 12th 2013) and it was as described on the Website! I love it! Everything is perfect and I would recommend it to anyone looking for School Bag or Camping bag! I really love it! It is well designed! Thanks to the seller (Jam_closet)
Rockstar Energy Drink Officially Licensed Fox Golden Men's Sports Backpack - Black / Size 7" L x 13
basic backpack, exactly what i wanted. looks cool and seems like its made out of a heavy duty material buy it
Sumdex Superlight Compact Backpack - MacBook Pro 13" PC-14.1"
This backpack fits me well as I am not quite 5 ft. tall. It is shore and very lightweight. It is a good choice if you don't have much to haul on a day to day basis. I ride the bus to work and have to walk some so it works great for me. I especially like the easy to adjust straps which make it easy to get on and off. My 13 inch computer fits in it perfectly.
Disney Girls 2-6X Doc Mcstuffin 12 Inch Backpack
My daughter loves Doc Mc Stuffins and this backpack is perfect! Just the right size for her back and you can still fit standard paper size documents or workbooks in it! Very nice quality!
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Just as pictured and the right size for a three year old to put all of her Doc Mcstuffin gear and dolls in.Read Best Reviews of Disney Girls 2-6X Doc Mcstuffin 12 Inch Backpack Here
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Very Cute! Larger than I expected. Holds a good amount of items. Great for toddlers. Great for travel. Very cute.
16.5" Signature Fanny Pack
The Style is #044XLD; I assume the X implies extra, the L implies large and the D implies Deep...in short both extra large and extra deep. It is huge.If you measure the back of this pack from the (back) zipper to the bottom of the pack it is 8 inches.
It is well made, has huge compartments, provides a plastic boat (quick release) clip with a stainless steel ring for keys.
The strap is 1-1/4" wide. Unlike some straps, the termination at the belt buckle has the end sewn-hemmed, preventing a loose strap from slipping through the tension buckle and becoming separated.
The tension buckle used for adjusting strap length appears to be excellent at restricting movement.
The zippers are solid metal with 1-3/4" long tabs. There are three zippers on the top as shown; two in front and one at the back. When the top is flattened (similar to pack being filled completely) it is 5" at the widest point. As advertised, it is 16.5" from the edge of the straps (where sewn in) to the pack portion.
Based on a phone call to Everest, all of their Adult fanny packs have maximum strap length of 42". Thus, I like their length for shoulder carry, vice waist use.
Stone Wash Denim Backpack Schoolbag Lot of Pockets Great Look for School
- Stone Wash Denim Backpack Schoolbag Lot of Pockets Great Look for School
- Stone Wash Denim
- Item's dimension: : 16.5" in Height & 13.4" in Width
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Disney's Toy Story Backpack - Buzz & Woody School Backpack ( We Are Andy's Toys )
I purchased this backpack for my 3 year old son. We think it's fantastic. It's the perfect size for a smaller body it doesn't take up half his body length like his 5 year old brother's backpack would, but it's big enough to fit full sized folders, papers, and a change of clothes. The colors are bright and it fits comfortably on him. The two front pockets and 2 side mesh pockets are great as well. Overall, pleased with the purchase.
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We bought this backpack for our 3 year old son who just started preschool. The teachers asked that the kids bring a full-size backpack so they can easily send home 8.5x11 papers, projects, etc. I was worried that he may be too small to handle a full-size backpack, but he LOVES it! He can easily zip and unzip all compartments, get things in and out, including juice cups in the side pockets, and can easily carry it, even when fully loaded with "Treasures". It seems solidly built and has survived, unscathed, 2 airplane rides and 4 months of preschool so far! *LOL* Overall, I'm very happy with this purchase and would recommend it to friends!My son started preschool this year and he was so excited to get his "Buzz Lightyear" backpack. The bag is very sturdy and has held up very well as it's been dragged across our gravel driveway, parking lots, and the classroom. And my son is very happy to show off his backpack to anyone that asks.Want Disney's Toy Story Backpack - Buzz & Woody School Backpack ( We Are Andy's Toys ) Discount?
Kolder 2 Pack Texas Longhorn Luggage Grabbers for Backpacks Laptop Bags Briefcases Luggage Gym Bags
I travel frequently for work and, like many work travelers, own a black rolling Samsonite suitcase. I bought these handles after seeing them on many alumnis' bags at an away game, and have found them to be exactly what I was looking for. My bag is now easy to identify when coming onto the baggage claim reel and also give me added grip when lifting my bag into an overhead bin.The only downside when traveling to a Texas game, everyone has these!
Lillian Rose-Ring Bearer Backpack
Backpack was exactly as pictured and described. I was making bags for flower girls and knew the ring bearer would not be thrilled to get one of those. This was the perfect alternative for our little boy.
Butterfly Umbrella Purple/Blue
I bought this for my 3 year old granddaughter. Very pretty and unique. She loved it! It is kid friendly with round plastic knobs on the end of the spokes. Easy to operate up and down. I did have to return the first one I got as it was defective with a bent up rod, but I received a new one very quickly that was perfect.
This one was for the girly girl and she loves to prance while holding it. It's perfectly sized for a child and easy for her to hold. Opens and closes like a dream.
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Cute umbrella, it's been used quite a bit and still holding up. Good quality and I expect it to hold up for quite a whileRead Best Reviews of Butterfly Umbrella Purple/Blue Here
I ordered 2 of these for my granddaughters' Easter gifts (ages 3 and 6). They loved them and have used them often, roughly at times. The umbrella is well-made and sturdy a worthwhile investment.Want Butterfly Umbrella Purple/Blue Discount?
The fact that I bought this in December and it is now almost June and it is still working is a plus.Most of the children umbrellas that we have purchased have been of poor quality. This one has been great. My 5 year old loves it and she even plays around with it and it still works.
JanSport Classic 9-Track Backpack
I purchased the B/w Hounds tooth pattern in the JanSport messenger bag and it's OK. It's well contructed and seems durable and I got compliments about the bag, but it was a little larger than I expected and there are not enough zipped pockets to organize things. If you want things organized in a bag, this is not the bag you want. The two small pockets on the inside of the bag should have had zippers on them and the two storage pockets for pens/pencils were too narrow to put anything in. The inside of the bag should have also had a zipper across the top and the large zipped pocket at the front should have been broken up into 2 or 3 smaller zipped pockets. The largeness of the outer pocket just made it hard to find anything you put in there. I have a heck of a time looking for my mp3 player, cellphone and transit passes if I put anything else in there...which I usually do. Everything keeps spilling out of there if you're not careful. Bottom line is this bag looks nice, and is well constructed but needs to be redesigned for better organization.
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As an older woman returning to college I did not really want to carry a backpack. This bag is large enough to carry my laptop when needed, three or four large paperback text books and a binder. There is a small, mesh pocket inside that holds my large graphing calculator and pencils. If you have back problems this may not be the bag for you because it doesn't distribute weight across your back like a regular backpack. I do not have to carry my books very far so it works well for me.Read Best Reviews of JanSport Classic 9-Track Backpack Here
Bought this for my 9 year old that didn't want the character back pack but the teen ones were too "cookie cutter".We found this one after searching for a week. It's perfect and she loves it. Very well made but the fabric is light weight enough for the 9 year old to sport around every day.
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This is a good deal for a pretty decent quality laptop bag. I had previously bought another one double the price of this which I retuned in favor of this bag. Lots of little pockets it's great. Bought it for my teenage daughter.
Derek Alexander N/S Front Flap Backpack
I have owned several backpack-type purses and this is by far the best in terms of quality. I have now owned and used this backpack everyday for 8 months. It looks brand new, and shows NO signs of wear. I have never had such a fine leather product! No stains, scratches, smudges, or wear of any kindsimply amazing! And it is not because I am kind to purses, no, this thing gets overstuffed, sat on, handled with dirty hands, handled when eating, etc. It is a trooper! I also love the size! Not too big, nor too small. It really is just right. I barely notice it on my back, and once I panicked thinking I had left it somewhere, it was on my back the whole time. The zippers and fasteners are high quality, and again, show no signs of wear. The only thing I would change is to make it a teeny bit bigger for my new ipad.
Ben 10 Ultimate Alien 16" Backpack with Ben Tennyson, Rath, Ultimate Big Chill, Ultimate Echo Echo
My son adores this backpack (and all things Ben 10). However, at four, it's almost as big as he is. No problem, he'll grow into it. But what bothers me is the two zippered comparents have zippers that feel cheap and as if they are going to snag or break or run off track at any time. They are not smooth. I tried a bit of dry bar soap on the zippers which made them move a bit more smoothly, but that's just a cheap, temporary fix.If you are going to get this, consider it short term...I will update the review if it does break, but I'm guessing he'll only get a couple months out of this backpack.
ECBC Poseidon Messenger Bag for 13-Inch Laptop (K7202-10) - Black
This bag fits my needs.My 11" Mac Book Air fits with plenty of room.
And most importantly I can hold my large Thermos water bottle on the side.Thermos Vacuum Insulated 18-Ounce Stainless-Steel Hydration Bottle
Checkout this video to see all the pockets inside: http://youtu.be/bwcfkZ84S80
The quality of material is excellent and I can tell you from personal experience that it is water resistant, as promised. The interior design was really well thought through. It's big enough to hold up to a 13" MacBook Pro, and is well padded on both sides to keep my investment protected. The bottom of the compartment holds an inch-thick modular padded insert that's removable if you're using a 13" MacBook Pro, but stays in there if you have a smaller laptop like an 11" MacBook Air. It has enough room to hold my iPad (in addition to my laptop), and there are A LOT of other pockets to hold more stuff like power cords, etc. It also slides securely over my rolling luggage handle when traveling and fits easily under airplane seats.
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Well padded, lots of compartments, holds my stuff. Looks good too. If you have to carry a murse then this is manly enough.Read Best Reviews of ECBC Poseidon Messenger Bag for 13-Inch Laptop (K7202-10) - Black Here
I bought this based on pictures alone. Unfortunately, the bag is way to small to fit anything in it. A couple of pencils and small pieces of paper will be the limit. The compartments on the inside of the bag are so tight that you cannot fit anything that is wide or has some depth to it. If all you need is your laptop and some pens and pencils, this bag is for you. If you need more space for files, this isn't for you.I purchased a Skooba v.3 Mini after trying this bag out, and that bag is actually smaller than this messenger bag, but is constructed much better and allows for more storage. So if you need to fit more thicker items and papers into a bag, check out Skooba. Otherwise, this bag is good for carrying a laptop, a cell phone, and some pens.
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Full Size Black Seasonal Doraemon Backpack - Doraemon Bookbag
I have been searching endlessly for a Doraemon bag for years! Seeing this available on Amazon at an incredibly great price, I knew I MUST have it. It has a very sleek design and best of all, it's adult sized. It was perfect! The color is just right and pocket features, stitching and insulation is impressive. It feels comfortable to carry since it has foam at the back area of the bag. THAT WAS SO COOL! This is truly a dream come true! I am ecstatic. I LOVE MY BAG. I highly recommend this to ALL Doraemon lovers as myself. This is not some flimsy fandom item, this is a really GOOD QUALITY backpack. It makes me smile whenever I use it. Thank you!
Baby Sherpa Alpha Sherpa - Black
I researched all sorts of baby diaper backpacks and thought this one would be the winner. It is an okay bag but now I wish I had kept the tags and paperwork to return it. The Lap top pocket is barely big enough to hold a laptop and if you do carry a lap top, there is no room for a changing pad (you have to choose one or the other and i would rather the changing pad). There is no diaper specific pockets or even enough inside pockets to separate your things. Also, there are no stroller straps to attach to your stroller or shopping cart for when you'd like to put your bag down. The big built in cooler is nice, but since most people just carry a few snacks for their children and not a six pack of cans, it makes for much less storage in the main backpack and makes the backpack top heavy. It also has no pacifier holder. The two extra side pockets could be slightly bigger. The material seems to be durable so far and it has served it's purpose. All in all, I would recommend a more diaper gear friendly bag to others. For being a diaper backpack, the Alpha Sherpa doesn't have all their bases covered.
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I have had this bag for a couple of years. Some of the other reviewers noted quality issues, the only thing I have noticed was that the bungees stretched out and gave up faster than I would have liked. I have pulled them tight and cut off the excess one or two times. The rest of the bag looks brand new, since the material seems impervious to stains and tears.Here is how I use this bag, and I love it.
#1) Airplane travel.
There is no better bag that I have found for airplane travel with kids. I don't use the changing pad that comes with the bag, since it is a bit big and bulky. I use a thinner more flexible one and slide it in the front open section of the bag along with our boarding passes. In the "laptop sleeve", I can fit either my 15" work laptop (I have to stretch it a bit to do this), or I will store my iPad, one or two magazines, a coloring book, and some paperback kids books.
I use the bottom insulated compartment for a kids change of clothes, snacks, and the airplane harness.
The top portion of the bag holds my wallet, diapers, wipes, my camera. iPad can also fit here if I am carrying the laptop.
The side pockets hold smaller treats (lollipops, stickers) for coaxing my kid to get in the seat and stay there. The other one holds my cell phone. One of the small pockets on the side has a string with a clip for keys, so I always know where they are.
The bungees can hold a kids jacket and blankie or lovey.
Then I still have the mesh pocket for a drink.
I also use a carabiner to clip on bags of food or airport purchases, there are handy plastic rings on the bag for this purpose. You can really load up and live up to the sherpa name.
Even with all this, it still fits under the seat. With this bag I feel confident to fly alone with my kid, with both hands free and an organized bag filled with kid necessities.
#2) The beach or hiking
For a day trip to the beach, I fill the insulated compartment with a frozen water bottle and snacks or a small picnic lunch. The top portion still holds diapers and also sunscreen, and magazines in the laptop sleeve. I have to carry another large tote for the tent, towels and sand toys. I use the bag as a pillow while lying on the beach. The bag will get hot in the sun, so I would only bring it if you have a tent or shade.
The handle on top makes it easy to move around once fully loaded. The straps are well padded, so I have never been uncomfortable wearing it. The back of the bag is a nice mesh fabric so I don't have a sweaty back.
I love the bag for these types of trips/outings. I think it is bit of overkill for an everyday diaper bag (except for an infant who needs formula). I don't take it shopping or to little trips around town. But it is a killer carry-on bag, and definitely beats carrying a diaper bag + cooler for picnics.
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We received several diaper bags from our baby showers cheap and expensive ones. This one is by far our favorite.We love the laptop sleeve so we don't have to carry extra computer bags. The cooler in the bottom is a must-have when traveling with breastmilk or formula. Plus, it's easy to carry through an airport you can't beat that.
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I've had the Alpha Sherpa backpack for just over a year. I really like the cooler compartment in the bottom: it allows me to keep food items, messy bibs or other wet items separate from the rest of the bag. The side bottle compartment and mesh side water bottle holder are nice as well (I have a toddler and a baby, so it's great to have easily accessible outer pockets for each of their cups).The top compartment is rather small for 2 kids' stuff so I tend to overpack it, which may be why the zipper has split. The bungees on the front have also snapped in one place, so not all of them are useful now. The chest strap that holds the shoulder straps in place started to rip right away, so it's not very sturdy either.I like having a backpack so my hands are free: it's hard to manage a toddler and a baby when I'm worrying about a diaper bag swinging off my shoulder to whack a kid, so this design solves that issue. The shoulder straps are nicely padded so they're pretty comfortable and make it easier to carry a heavy load than with a messenger bag.
I agree with the other review that points out that you can either use the laptop sleeve as a laptop case or a changing pad carrier there isn't a way to do both. We just haven't used it for a laptop sleeve. Also, the pad that came with the bag was too small and didn't seem like it would be easy to clean, so we replaced it with the JJ Cole pad we had from our Method bag.
Overall, I'm disappointed with the quality for the price ($90) of this bag. I knew there was only a 30 day warranty when I bought it, which made me suspect that the quality wasn't outstanding but I did hope it would last more than a year. I wouldn't recommend this bag to someone using it everyday; maybe only for occassional outings.
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Petunia Pickle Bottom Sashay Satchel/Backpack Diaper Bag
This satchel style diaper bag is amazing! It is one of the more affordable PPB bags..and still superb quality. I own 4 PPB bags and this is the one I use the most. The Daisy Dewdrops pattern is bright and cheery. It actually goes well with a variety of outfits and not as limiting as I thought it might be. It functions well as my daily bag as it looks more like a purse. It fits my essential needs for baby (diapers, wipes, 2 bottles, toy, diaper cream, change of clothes, burp cloth, and receiving blanket) plus my wallet, cell phone, and sunglasses. I can easily fit my Dr. Brown's bottles in the outer side pockets, but the pocket is a bit more shallow than the pockets on my boxy backpack which just means the bottles fall out a little easier when the purse tips over. The diaper changing cover is the perfect size, but it can only be spot cleaned and NOT thrown in the wash. The bag itself is made of thick, durable cotton. You can tell its quality made, but the cotton fabric can pose a problem with dirt as it can only be spot wiped clean (no dry cleaning or machine washing). The base of the purse is made of a leather-type material making it easy to wipe clean when needed. One issue I have encountered, the inside pocket seam that divides the two pockets, has started to unravel in my bag after 3 months of use. The opening of the bag is narrower, because of its shape, which can be a little constricting. However, I haven't found that to be too much of a problem for me. The front exterior pocket fully opens and stays closed with a magnetic tab. The exterior back pocket has a seam, dividing it in two. I wish it did not have the seam and could open fully. That seam makes the pocket less useful for me, but I use it to store my extra straps I'm not using. I do wish there was a matching wallet in this pattern. But, overall I LOVE this bag and will continue to use it daily.In Summary....
Pros:
-Perfect size and style for daily use
-Thick material, durable, quality made
-Roomy, fits quite a bit for its size
-Lots of pockets
-Price, One of the few large PPB bags for under $120
-Beautiful patterns to choose from
Cons:
-Can only be spot cleaned (No dry cleaning or machine washable)Both bag & diaper changing pad
-Exterior side pockets could be a tad deeper so bottles would stay in place
-Exterior back pocket has an awkward seam, constricting its usability.
-Due to the style (a tapered top), the opening narrows causing some constriction in getting things in and out...but it is minimal and does not cause a problem for me.
-One seam on the interior pocket has started to unravel, but this easily fixable.
** PROS **
1. It's cute.
2. I like the strap options.
** CONS **
1. It's too deep, and the side zippers don't open all the way so it's hard to reach the stuff inside the bag once you stuff it in.
2. It has very few pockets. The pockets it does have are decent, but I need WAY more organization on the inside of the bag.
3. The "four bottle pockets" are laughable--they are opposite each other on the sides/end so that if you put a bottle in one (say in the outside pocket) there's NO WAY you're getting a bottle on the inside pocket. You might be able to slip a phone in there or a packet of Kleenex but that's it. I even had to struggle to get a sippy cup in the pocket--no thank you.
When I figured out CON #3, I knew this bag was going back. Especially when combined with how deep it is and the cost.
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I have this bag and have been using it for 2 months now. It has its pro's and cons:Pros:
Great organic cotton
doesn't Look like a diaper bag
Has lots of organizational pockets inside and outside of main zipper compartment
comes with wipes case and changing pad
Cons:
For me the backpack straps are ugly and useless and just are in the way. you can tuck them into the back of the bag though.
I wish the zipper was wider. I often find myself searching to try to find something at the bottom of the bag and have to take several items out to get to it because it doesn't open up very wide.
it is too wide at the base to comfortably fit under the bugaboo cameleon stroller.You have to really stuff it in there and tug it out.
I suggest also order the PPB stroller clips with this bag because it makes carrying it around with your stroller much easier.
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My son is 13 months old, and this is my 4th diaper bag. It has been so hard to find the perfect bag, and this one comes about as close as it gets!We cloth diaper and do not eat fast foods, so a bag that is functional and large enough to hold a day's worth of diapers and food was essential. I ordered the bag in the Moonlight print ant it is fabulous. It is a very classy grey with deep yellow accents. I like the fact that it is very understated and does not come off as flashy or 'busy'. It also doesn't scream "diaper bag". I could easily wear this to a client meeting, and no one would be wiser. The backpack straps are a huge plus now that my son is walking. When I bend to pick him up or chase after him, the bag does not fall off of my shoulders and smack him in the head. I also love that the straps can be tucked away when not in use.
So far, I have 2 cloth diapers, wet bag, cover, change of clothes (including a jacket), sippy, medium food pocket carryon, assorted trucks and toys, changing pad, A&A blanket, wipes case, bug spray, suntan lotion, mommy lotion, hair brush, wallet, my personal items (lip gloss etc) and I still have TONS of room left in this bag for the added things you tend to accumulate when out with a toddler for the day.
The bag is canvas and has already accumulated some dog hair, which I expected. I wish that it wasn't spot clean only, but it will have to do. The outside bottle pockets barely fit my son's sippy and do NOT hold the insulated thermos sippy that he has; which is a shame. I'm not sure I like the look of a sippy on the outside anyway, so I might just use that for cell phone or smaller toys.
It is not obvious to me how to attach this to my stroller with stroller clips; perhaps I have to order the PPB clips and not the universal ones that I have now. Other than the sippy cup pockets and the stroller clips, I love this bag!
Oh, and I am 5'2" and I can hold the bag just by the shoulder straps and have it not touch the ground... awesome. This bag is worth every penny!
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I researched several bags before registering for this Petunia. I knew I wanted a backpack style bag, as it would more evenly distribute the weight & leave my hands free. This bag is comfortable enough for that, and the adjustable straps on the backpack are easy to use. I don't really like that the other handles "pop out" when you are using the backpack carry it looks a bit tacky.The size of this diaper bag is great. When I first had LO I thought it was going to be a bit small, however as I have gotten more savvy with what I actually need to take with me when out and about (i.e. I realized I don't need 15+ diapers, 4 burp cloths, 5 changes of clothes, etc...) the bag has room to spare. I usually pack around 7 diapers, a full bag of wipes (70+ wipes), 3 changes of clothes, 2 burp cloths, food, pacifier, a small "mommy supply" clutch, 2 toys, a pacifier and 1-2 mommy snacks, and STILL have room to add more.
So for a LITTLE while I thought this bag was great the only minor flaw being the way the straps pop out as I mentioned above. Plus, my friends have them, my family has them and the bag is cute. So...why 2 stars?
Well, one bright and sunny day my LO and I were out exploring the world and something got spilled ALL OVER the bag. These bags are spot clean only. Since it had gotten all over, I threw caution into the wind and tossed it into the washing machine. I figured it was ruined if I didn't anyway, and could it REALLY be that bad? Well, yes. It came out with the colors all distorted, some yellowing, and not the polished, pretty bag you want to have as the accessory to you and your darling LO.
If I would have used common sense, I NEVER would have registered for this bag. Ummmm, hello? Having kids = TONS of things spilling, dirt = fun, sometimes fun is measured by the amount of mess that has been made, etc. I need a diaper bag that can handle life, and never have to worry that I might soil it, or that it might pick up dirt from being on the ground, etc. So, I will move on to my next diaper bag adventure.
14 inch Brilliant Butterfly Escape White Floral DOUBLE Sided Print Dual Compartment Laptop Carrying
Not exactly what I expected. It looked a lot better online but I can still use it, I just thought I has a bit over priced.
Case Logic ZLCS-117 Check Point Friendly 17-Inch Laptop Case (Black)
When I first got it I was really looking forward to the check point friendly feature. I travel a lot and bought this bag specifically for this function. While passing through a checkpoint in JFK International Airport just yesterday (16th March), I was refused when I left my laptop in the bag split open as instructed. When it went under the scanner I was instructed to do it over, and this time take it out the bag. I tried to explain how the bags works but it was futile. This also happened in two other airports in two different countries recently.Another thing i noticed (which was kind of annoying) is that the same zip that splits the bag in half keeps opening up a little when its on one shoulder. I think it should have some kind of hook or something in the new design (if it's going to have one obviously)
On a lighter note it looks professional and neat without all those straps hanging everywhere like other brands. It feels durable when you hold it but it didn't get a long usage test yet.
Hope this helps.....
I won't get into the discussion with regards to the accuracy of TSA-friendly etc., as it's always been my experience that the TSA folks can be just as picky as they want. But it is convenient enough to pull the computer out and place it back in after passing the x-ray.
Actually, I can see a lot of people just using this as something of a mega-briefcase. You know the ones; the sales people with loads of brochures, the lawyers with tons of papers and the office jocks that have to tote along their softball or gym clothes.
Only time will tell as to the durability of the Caselogic 17 incher, but my inspection can't find any noticeable flaws or cut corners. I suspect this will last me for some time to come.
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I had purchased this for Dennis, so I had him help me do the review. Here is a Video Review explaing every detail of this item. I hope it helps.
From what I seen, personally.. The item felt very sturdy, strong, and it was a nice size. It had a lovely laptop case that fit perfectly inside, also had tons of zippers in the front. He explains a lot in the video. He used the item a couple times. One time he flew with the item, when he went to Texas. The airport did ask him to take the laptop out of the slot, but he didn't have to open the bag that the laptop was in. You understand? (he explained this to me since I question him about these things, so I can review them)
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I work at a university and need to transport various papers and sometimes bulky textbooks. I wanted a backpack to replace what I used to carry: a Land's End briefcase and a separate laptop bag. In buying a backpack, my criteria were:1) My 13-inch MacBook must fit. It does, no problem. It can hold a substantially larger laptop, but I'm not sure how large. There's a lot of space around my laptop though. The padding is substantial and seems to be adequate.
2) I wanted the backpack to look neat without a lot of straps and stuff hanging loose and no open external pouches. I wanted it to be as streamlined as possible. This one is. About the only thing hanging loose are the zipper pulls, but they're really quite inconspicuous. I like the velcro thingies that keep the excess shoulder strap wrapped up and out of the way. I think I would rather carry a briefcase in a more formal business situation, but this could work in a more casual business setting.
3) I wanted a backpack that could carry all my stuff. It has a fair amount of carrying space for stuff besides the laptop. A lot of pockets in a few compartments. In the main compartment, I carry some folders, maybe a textbook or two, some small stuff and my lunch. One thing that I would have liked different would be one or two more small interior pockets at different heights. As it is, the small stuff tends to all drop to the bottom of the backpack. If the small stuff were spread out more, the backpack could be a little flatter and stuff would be more accessible. That's just a minor preference though and not a major complaint. This backpack can't carry ALL of the stuff that I used to carry in my briefcase and laptop bag, mostly because my lunch would take a beating, but I probably hauled around too much stuff before anyway. This backpack has a lot of space in it though and it really is well-designed.
4) I wanted it to be well made. Overall, the backpack is well constructed. The zippers are sturdy and stay closed. I don't see any apparent weak spots in the construction. The shoulder straps are nicely padded and comfortable. The material seems to be very strong. The single carrying handle on top is adequately padded and appears to be sturdily attached.
I have not flown with this yet so I have not tried out the butterfly feature that supposedly lets you run it through security without taking out your laptop, but the mechanism is nicely designed and quick to use and it would be extremely convenient if the security people let you do it. It would be easy enough to remove the laptop if necessary, so it's not a big deal. A couple of the smaller compartments are very easy to access and would be nice for grabbing boarding passes quickly when whipping through the airport. The flap that lets you slip the backpack over the pull handle of a carry-on bag is nice too. This backpack would be great to travel with. I would use a regular carry-on bag for clothes and all to be stuffed in the overhead bin, and this backpack would be the bag I keep with me and stow under the seat.
When I was shopping for this backpack, the only reviews I found appeared to be for a very different bag, so many of the comments do not apply to this backpack. I am not sure, but I suspect that this is the next generation of the CLBS-116. Some of the comments about that backpack do not apply to this one. For example, I have never had the side zippers for the butterfly feature creep open inadvertently. Someone complained that the CLBS-116 has no opening for headphones to fit through. The ZLBS-116 has no dedicated headphone opening either, which is fine with me. I'm sure I could run the wire through one of the zippered openings if I really wanted to.
Overall, I'm very happy with this backpack. I would buy it again and I recommend it.
UPDATE: I flew from Minneapolis to Orlando and back in early January, 2012. At both airports, I was able to use the butterfly feature and leave my laptop in the backpack when I put it in the scanner. That was nice. Unfortunately, I was so distracted by whether they would gripe about the laptop that I forgot to take out my liquids, so they pulled me aside and searched my suitcase. But not my backpack, so that worked. The backpack is still holding up very nicely. No wear or tear, other than some minor loose fuzzies on the outer edges where it sometimes rubs against things. But that is a cosmetic issue that can be easily remedied and it doesn't affect the structure or function of the backpack. I would still buy this backpack again and I still recommend it.
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