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VANGUARD Xcenior 48T Photographic Equipment Bags

VANGUARD Xcenior 48T Photographic Equipment BagsI am an amateur photographer and so I naturally have less equipment than a professional. Nonetheless, this bag is fantastic for allowing sturdy transportation of the equipment I have. It's also large enough that I can include other items in addition to my equipment and laptop, which is a bonus given the restrictions on luggage on airlines nowadays.

Some other useful features: it has an included sleeve for your laptop, straps for a tripod, an included padlock and lots and lots of pockets. I feel very confident placing my equipment in this bag to keep it safe. The price is a bit high, but it's a durable piece of luggage and equipment storage that will last a long time.

It is perfect for holding all of my camera and laptop equipment. I like the mesh that zips closed to hold the camera equipment in place in case the main area is unzipped while not laying down

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This is a great travel bag for the professional photographer or even a weekend amateur who likes to travel to get his shots.

There are many useful and well-padded compartments for your camera bodies, lenses, tripods, and laptop. The bag is well-built with excellent finishing and it pulls easily due to high quality wheels. Although a little pricey at $300, this bag can also serve as a regular travel bag with the removal of various compartments.

Very versatile and useful!

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I've had countless consumer-level camera bags, an enthusiast-level bag, a hard-shelled padded case, and now this Vanguard professional travel bag. This is definitely the best of the lot; very high quality with a thoughtful design.

I have no trouble getting two SLR bodies, 5 lenses, and a flash unit in it. Could get another lens in there, or if not carrying a second body, a larger telephoto or two more lenses.

PROS:

* High quality all around that should stand up to many years of use.

* Sturdy extendable handle

* Widely positioned, quality wheels

* Lots of space, configurable compartments

* It looks like a soft bag, but offers a lot of protection, The sides are over an inch thick, sturdy inside, with nicely padded surfaces.

* Two external straps for attaching a tripod (there's also a hidden pouch in the front that when unzipped and pulled out makes a great base for holding the tripod upright and secure.)

* Comfortable, padded handles on three sides, providing many convenient ways to carry the bag.

* Nicely padded lap-top pouch

* Come with a combination lock and an accessory pouch

* Pockets for memory cards or accessories

* Claims to be waterproof (but I'd consider it water resistant)

* Great for air travel

CONS:

* As nice as the bag is, it's hard to justify the price tag for a typical hobbyist.

* I would have liked a few more pockets, either on the outside, or more compartmentalization in the front storage pouch. Other than the memory card pockets, there's really only one other miscellaneous pouch, so extra accessories like cables, chargers, filters, tend to just get thrown in together. A little more organization for those items would have been nice, and could have been accommodated.

Great bag. I'm sure it will become my new all-purpose travel bag, likely replacing my bulky hard-shell case for good. If you feel spending a little extravagantly on a bag to protect your expensive photo gear is a good investment, I would definitely recommend this bag... it's almost as strong as a hard shell, waaay stronger than a typical hobbyist bag, and a lot more stylish and easy to transport.

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The bag is very well made, with lots of sections. The sections are held by strong Velcro joints, so you can change the size and number of the sections as you need. All sections' inner "walls" are located inside a thick padded perimeter frame that fits inside the bag snugly. You can pull it out completely with all the inner sections and use the bag's shell.

The front flip is also padded well and has an inside pocket for a laptop; my 15" HP EliteBook fits just fine! When you unzip the front flip, it will not fall to the floor, as it would in most bags: two inner straps hold it on both sides, so nothing will fall out unless you unfasten the strap locks.

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Targus Unofficial Slipcase Designed for 10.2 Inch Netbooks TSS14101US (Black)

Targus Unofficial Slipcase Designed for 10.2 Inch Netbooks TSS14101USThis is a review for the 14 Inch Widescreen black color model.

First the good:

1. Relatively compact size in width and depth.

2. Zippers are sturdy and move smoothly without binding.

3. Two compartments. One for laptop and another for accessories, pencil/pen, and other related items.

4. Outer compartment has zip, but is configured as two pockets.

5. Back pocket for magazine/newspapers.

6. Strap is 1.5" wide and sturdy like a seat belt. It is attached with a metal hook and firmly cross-stitched on the other side. This is generally hard to find on more inexpensive bags.

Now the bad:

1. It is snug for a 13.3" thin laptop like a MacBook Pro and would be hard to squeeze in a standard 14" Dell or HP.

2. The pockets don't expand and the zipper does not go down the sides at all, the zipper ends a couple of inches from the top on both sides.

3. A 13.3" MacBook Pro in a sleeve is a bit snug, but will work; however, with accessories in the 2nd compartment, like the power adapter, a couple of short cables and papers makes this bag hard to use.

4. It is more ideal for a netbook or a 12" thin laptop.

5. There is no room for expansion.

Finally, this would have been the ideal bag, had it been been able to expand about an inch in width and depth. Perhaps the 16" version would be more appropriate for a 13" or 14" laptop.

I just bought myself a new MacBook Pro (it hadn't even been delivered yet), and was looking for a carrying case when-how convenient!-this little baby by Targus just happened to appear. I thought "what the heck, I'll give it a try." I am thrilled that I did!

This is just about the most perfect laptop bag I've owned.

The bag is perfectly designed and built to an exceptionally high quality standard.

Here are the details:

The bag, when closed, is about 16 inches long, 12 inches high, and 4 inches deep. When closed, it looks like a little cubic rectangle, with very clean lines. It has one adjustable shoulder strap about three inches wide made out of the same stuff that a car seatbelt is-very sturdy. What people may not appreciate about this-but which I do-is that because it is made of this seatbelt material (which is flexible, but not TOO flexible), the shoulder strap KEEPS ITS SHAPE and doesn't fold over on itself and thus bite into your shoulder. On the other hand, it is soft and flexible enough that it doesn't hurt, either--you know, kind of like a seatbelt! It is just COMFORTABLE when you carry it. The shoulder strap is actually sewn to the body of the case in a large square pattern. What this means practically is that the cord doesn't flip upside down or get tangled. Everyone has had that one terrible bag that no matter how you carry it on your shoulder, the strap twists around, then the bag twists around, and everything is just so uncomfortable that you have to put all your effort into carrying the bag rather than anything else you might want to carry. Frustration! This bag doesn't do that! The strap is so well-designed that the bag sits on your shoulder and stays there very comfortably with no extra effort on your part.

When the bag is closed, there is one visible pocket on the outside (on the side closest to your body) which seems designed for folders or one or two notebooks. This is mighty convenient, since most of us still have paper documents that we need sometimes.

On the other side is where you open the case. This technology is a great improvement over any other closing device I've seen! Let me explain.

There is a flap of cloth-well, not exactly cloth, but like a heavy-duty, cross-stitched nylon-about 15" x 12". It has two medium magnets sewn inside which attach with two other magnets sewn into the body of the bag. These magnets are strong enough to hold the bag closed, but light enough to open easily. THERE ARE NO MOVING PARTS TO BREAK! THERE IS NO ANNOYING VELCRO!!! It's great. Just pull on the flap and the bag is open.

Inside the bag, there are three main compartments, each with zippers. Each compartment is the length of the bag, but differs in width. The first and largest is for the laptop itself. It will fit a 16" laptop. This compartment is well-padded, and is lined with mesh in order to wick away heat and keep the laptop cool. Great innovation. Genius!

The second compartment is smaller and not as heavily padded. Within this second compartment there is a flap of nylon that separates the compartment into two. The nylon flap itself has a zipper and can be used to store stuff. Sewn onto the outside of nylon flap are two smaller compartments, each with velcro. They are about the size of an iPhone or a cell phone, and seem designed for this purpose. In between these two compartments are loops for pens or pencils. In the near part of this two-compartment section are two more loose mesh flap compartments, probably for computer peripherals. The main compartment itself is big enough for a power cord--which is what I use it for.

The third zippered compartment is the smallest of the three, sewn into the wall of the bag itself. This compartment is divided into two compartments by a vertical nylon thread. I am not sure what these two compartments might be used for, but they are totally separated from the laptop portion. In my mind, that means you might store stuff here that might hurt the laptop, such as coins or such, or just other stuff not related to the laptiop.

As far an negatives, I can really see only one. On the label of the bag it says that the bag comes with an "easy-grip handle"-and there seems to be a metal loop for it on the outside of my particular copy. However, when I received the bag, there was no handle! I don't know if this was an oversight or what, but I got no handle. However, to be honest, I haven't really missed it at all.

As far as functionality, the bag seems to make my laptop LIGHTER, if possible. Carrying the bag is very comfortable! To me that is absolutely key... and the Targus does the job.

So, to summarize: I am extremely happy with the well-thought-out design, the heavy-duty construction, and ease and comfort of use of the Targus Messenger Case, and would recommend it without reservation.

Well done, Targus!!!

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This is a great bag. The magnetic closure gets the bag closed quickly, which is always a plus for me. My 13" Macbook Pro fits nicely inside of the bag and is well protected.

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I like the way the bag looks. Sturdy material that's not shiny enough to see your reflection in. No ugly giant logos. No garish zippers. No weird pockets. No oddly shaped, useless, rubber lumps. I love that the fold-over flap connects to the bag by magnetic strips no fooling around with some stupid clip or obnoxiously loud Velcro. It also has a strap (which you can't see in the pictures) along the top, positioned towards the back which you can use to carry as a brief case. Has enough space to carry everything I need to work, albeit, I think it could have been a little more spacious. Has plenty of pockets in the front pocket for all uses pens, pencils, mouse, notebook, etc. I have only had it for a week now, but so far it is a great bag, I would recommend it!

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I had looked everywhere, locally, for a simple bag for my Dell XPS 14z. Any decent bags were $40 bucks on up. I wanted a messenger type bag with easy access and decent security. This bag fit the bill perfectly. It has a great secure, padded laptop section and enough additional pockets and pouches to hold everything else I needed including my phone. Finally, it was relatively small overall; compact and slim... just enough of the right stuff without being bulky. The great price was the deal maker... fully half the cost of the next best price for this bag. Thanks Amazon!

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Kelty KIDS Tote Diaper Bag

Kelty KIDS Tote Diaper BagMy daughter is now 14 months old and I have had this diaper bag since she was born. I am EXTREMELY happy with it's performance. I wanted to wait to be sure that it would hold up and it has. I would highly recommend this bag to any new mom out there. There is plenty of space and lots of pockets on the inside and the insulated pocket on the side is handy for keeping bottles cold when you're on the go (especially if you slide a frozen gel pack in there with the bottle). The shoulder strap is comfortable and the overall look of the bag doesn't at all scream 'DIAPER BAG' like some I've seen. I would definitely buy this bag again, but don't expect to have to since it will probably hold up for when we have another child. When I bought this bag I couldn't find any reviews for it out there, so I wanted to let others know that this is a bag worth buying.

Bought this diaper bag as a gift and it is exactly what New Momma was looking for. Perfect size with plenty of storage space in the main compartment. Lots of pockets on the inside, which are great for packing away all the little, loose items. The insulated pocket is a major plus, and it can be accessed from both the inside and outside of the bag. It even has a flap on one side that velcros open so that you can slip the entire bag over your luggage handle. Overall, GREAT BAG! I've always trusted Kelty products and they did not disappoint with this one.

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My husband and I ordered this as our day care bag. Turns out that we like it so much that we wished we'd ordered it first. We love the insulated section for bottles, and the interior is well-organized, making it easy to find everything. It's a perfect size, and the material is lightweight, easy to keep clean and well-suited to both genders. Our only quibbles are that the changing pad is small, and it would be nice to have a dual-sided zipper on the outside of the bottle compartment for easier access. But overall, you can't go wrong with Kelty.

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I LOVE this diaper bag! I bought it in blue. It is pretty, functional, and extremely well made. I also bought the KF Baby Diaper Bag Insert Organizer 9.6 x 5.6 x 7.2 inch, Olive to add more divided storage pockets. The insert is actually a mustard yellow, not olive in color and it fits perfectly inside this diaper bag. The insert keeps contents well organized, easy to find, and I am still able to utilize the side pockets and water bottle holder inside the diaper bag as well. The only negative for me is that the padded sling strap is useless as it makes the bag fall off my shoulder, so I removed it.

UPDATE: I've been using this diaper bag for 6 months now (as of May 9, 2013) and I'm very pleased with it. It's still in great shape and no defects or problems. A GREAT purchase!

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I love Kelty products and was excited to see they had a diaper bag that was reasonably priced. There are 2 large mesh pockets and three smaller pockets (if you count the layered pocket) on the inside, a large mesh pocket and a "sort of" pocket on the outside...it has a Velcro bottom to slip your bag over the handle of a carry on. It also has an insulated beverage pocket that you can access from inside or out of the bag. It seems large enough at first...but we are finding that our baby requires a lot of stuff when we leave the house! We use the changing mat a lot (which also has some pockets...I find them awkward to use, so I usually don't use them), but sometimes I wonder if I could get away with using a changing blanket and leaving the pad at home so that I can fit other stuff in the bag.

My only complaint is that we need to WD40 the hinges, as people will comment that there must be a bird nearby...nope, it's just us walking with our melodious diaper bag!

Packable Waterproof Handy Lightweight Travel Backpack Hiking Bag 30L

Packable Waterproof Handy Lightweight Travel Backpack Hiking Bag 40LI just received the pack in the mail! It seems to be of pretty good materials and I think it's going to make a great pack. The actual weight is 11oz which is about 1.5 oz heavier that the EMS equivalent but a little lighter than the REI flash 22. There is silicone coating on the inside of the pack but I'm still going to use a pack cover--Maybe this will be my excuse to finally dabble in DIY cubin fiber!

The lid has an outer packet and a pocket under the lid which is kinda neat. There is also an inner pocket that looks like it's intended for a water bladder but it seems to short, wide, and low in the pack to really function this way. I think I will put a piece of cardboard in a tyvek envelope and insert it in the pocket for back support/padding and use it as a sit pad. The mesh water bottle pockets are a bit small but functional. This is probably a good thing cause it will force me to end my habit of carrying way to much water.

I packed it with gear/food for a 3 day trip and it all fits nicely and feels comfortable on my back.

I'm definitely happy with my purchase and can't wait to use it!

took this bag on an adventure through Costa Rica. could not have been a better choice. protected our things during rainstorms, dried right away and packed like magic.

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For the price this bag is so light n stretchable. The 2 top hoodie like zip compartment are great for phone/accessories, purses n personal stuff.

Still haven't worked out the chest strap yet. Instruction card is so small with pictures only that's not easily read.

All the same luv luv my daily bag. Uses it for distant walk n biking.

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this bag was everything I was looking for for day hikes. A few small pockets for first aid/basic survival stuff (flint, compass, extra knife, etc), a large pocket that runs the height of the bag to keep a camel-back out of the way, and enough room for rain jacket, food and anything else you'd want.

Packs up easily if you're not using it, or if space is at a premium.

Great price for what you get!

Definitely recommended

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i was so happy when i saw the color it only came in red, and i was not happy bout that but i needed it so bad got it and it was a dark wine color, opened it up aired it out over night , packed it up for my day and got to work an hour after having it and looked down and the corner mesh pocket is already tearing SO CHEAPLY made and i like th way the Look is but bad Buy and i will never buy there again

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OGIO Newt 13

OGIO Newt 13 Day Pack, Medium, BlackVery good ergonomy, well padded and precisely sewn. Very practical if you've a small laptop only and don't need a bunch of other stuff to carry.

I haven't had a chance to use it yet but was sad to see that when it arrived that the backpack was black not the grey color pictured. I need the backpack now and so cannot bother with returning/exchanging it but just very disappointing.

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Disney Princess 16 Inch School Backpack

Disney Princess 16 Inch School BackpackI got different backpack than the one in the image on the Web.

My child doesn't like it.Different images of princess, dark pink color, heart shaped front pocket.

Shame on me should have read the REVIEWS a little better, But alas. I am assuming they should actually PICTURE THE CORRECT BACKBACK. since this is not the same in the AD its wayyyy diff. Hot Pink body...DARK purple straps and zipper pockets etc Has all the princess..Lil mermiad , Princess and the Frog, Etc.... .....3 on the upper half 3 on the bottom half it says Follow your heart. With a heart and a crown in the middle surrounded in fake jewels thought i was expecting somthing totttally different. I mean I thought it was almost even ambient in the picture above in the ad. No sparkles. Nothing. I am sure my child will use it its sturdy and she needed a new backback still writing the seller though.

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I purchased this backpack as a Christmas present for my 4 year old daughter. She absolutely loves princesses. However, The backpack we received was not the one pictured. It is still a princess themed backpack but the princesses on it are different and the front pocket on the one we received is smaller than the one pictured. I am not particularly angry, since I did still receive a backpack that I believe she will like. But when I paid for this backpack I was expecting to get the one shown and it is somewhat upsetting to receive something that isn't what I expected.

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I bought two for my 4 and 6 girls, and I personally felt the actual backpack was not as good as its picture on the ad....the actual backpack looks cheapy. So I think it is ok for younger kids but won't be a perfect choice for bigger kids.

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MyGift® 17 inch Black Flowers Floral Print Laptop Computer Messenger Shoulder Bag

MyGift® 17 inch Black Flowers Floral Print Laptop Computer Messenger Shoulder BagI wanted a basic bag for my giant laptop, mainly just a storage space, but with handles for times when I want to take it somewhere. My hp 17.3" fits in this bag snugly, with the micro usb installed. If I took that out it would be easier to get the computer in the bag, but I am happy with the fit. The bag adds maybe a pound to the weight of computer & accessories. (I was apprehensive because shipping weight says 7 lb.) The construction and fabric are perhaps not high end but absolutely not shoddy. The decorated side is a shinier material and the white floral design is silk screened. I recommend this bag if you want a feminine, lightweight carrying case for your large laptop and its charger, mouse, and even a book or a folder. You might fit a keyboard in too. There is a padded divider and both front and back of the bag are padded.

I read all the reviews for this bag and was convinced to buy. I'm soooo glad I did! The bag is awesome, it has many compartments. I love the zipper becasue I hat the bag that flap over and I hate Velcro. This bag is chic, great for a woman becasue it has the floral detail. Inside the zipper part it has pen holder, business card, etc. The bag is light-weight but very sturdy! I'm really happy with it. Oh not to mention my laptop is 15.6 and I still have a lot of room to hold other items!

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Bag worked great for my wife's 17.3" HP.

Fast shipping, got here before Christmas even!!!

I would recommend this bag to anyone with a 17.3" laptop.

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I bought this bag for my 17" laptop and I have to say that I love it! I can fit the laptop, a folder, notebook and a few textbooks in there too! Very impressed with it and it's cute too!

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I totally loved the bag. I shopped around for a couple weeks before I bought it, It came in 17in' and it's totally hard to find a cute bag in that size. I got the bag in a couple days and I've used it ever since. I'm glad I didn't listen to the bad reviews !!!! I would recommend anyone to buy it, its a great find for the money !!!!

Korchmar OLIVER La Romana Checkpoint-Friendly Computer Brief

Korchmar OLIVER La Romana Checkpoint-Friendly Computer Brief (Black with RootI looked at several briefcases before purchasing this for my husband several years ago. A zipper has finally failed; so, I have purchased another. I will have the older one repaired and keep it as a back up. This is just a great size. The leather wears beautifully. The straps are very secure. My husband could not manage without it. I have also purchased the same style for my son, at his request, now that he has entered the work force.

BUILT 9-10-Inch Neoprene Netbook Sleeve, Falling Leaves

BUILT 9-10-Inch Neoprene Netbook Sleeve, Falling LeavesFrom the photo, I thought that this item was navy blue, yellow and pink. Turns out it's actually orange, bright blue and black. Didn't go with my pink iPad cover at all, so I returned it.

The colors in the picture aren't quite accurate, as another reviewer pointed out, but I liked the colors when I received the product. It fits my iPad 2 with the smart cover and a hard plastic shell case, and there is still some extra room at the top when the iPad is in the sleeve. I wish it didn't have that extra room, but it was hard to find a sleeve that would hold my iPad and its smart cover and case. I really like the design and color of the sleeve.

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Neoprene Netbook Case in Black

Neoprene Netbook Case in Blackwill protect you netbook, thinner than i thought it would be but inside another protective layer such as a carry bag this is the perfect item to have.

Vera Bradley Backpack in Symphony in Hue

Vera Bradley Backpack in Symphony in HueSymphony in hue is my favorite Vera Bradley pattern and I use backpack purses most of the time in my busy life. The purse has two side pockets, a large front and back pocket one with a zipper and one with a magnetic catch. The magnetic catch works really well, much to my surprise. On the inside this bag has two

smaller pockets, so altogether, there's a great deal of room and it works as an organizer purse as well.

The straps are adjustable and very comfortable. The only drawback is that it is very expensive. But knowing the Vera Bradley quality, it will be well worth the money because it will have a long life !

This is an amazing bag, great quality, perfect purse size, great for flea marketing and farmer's markets> The color is Symthony in Hue, and I've had lots of compliments! :O)

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Love the pattern, love the design, love the weight! I've worn this at the grocery store and love it. Even a middle aged woman can feel comfortable and keep her hands free to check the produce!! It has lots of pockets for cell phone, wallet...and when traveling for receipts and maps.

I really like this and can see using it for many things. One note though...I don't use it in the winter over a coat...just don't like the bulk.

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Lots and lots of room inside. Keeps its shape and looks nice even after two months' use. While working I had a black leather purse; for fun this is the purse to get. Plenty of room for wallet, keys, kleenex, penlight, etc. and in addition to all the usual stuff, room for my Kindle. What more could you ask for?

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Found the perfect handsfree carryall for charity walks. The fact that it is in my diminishing pattern was a huge bonus.

Domke 702-02S F-2 Backpack (Sand)

Domke 702-02S F-2 BackpackI have a number of camera bags, including a Domke F-2 bag, on which this one is based. You can - and I have -put a ton of stuff in this bag. The bottom space is laid out exactly like the classic Domke F-2 bag. The additional space above the bottom section is open space that can be used for a camera with lens mounted, a jacket, sandwich, or other items. It's comfortable and stable to carry when loaded and heavy, and like the other two Domke bags I have, is built to stand up to the toughest use and abuse in extreme conditions. I love the canvas construction. It reminds me of the legendary Duluth packs I use for canoe trips and is built with similar quality materials and workmanship. It doesn't have a rain cover and is technically not waterproof, but I used the pack on a week-long photo tour recently where it rained every day but one and my gear never got wet at all.

The only thing I wish the bag had is an arrangement for carrying a tripod, and therefore it gets four stars. But if you really had to, you could work with some additional straps to secure a tripod using the handle on top, thereby keeping your hands free. If you need a rugged, flexible pack that holds a lot of stuff, this might be your bag.

This is a full-sized bag that you can carry on your back. Can't get any better than that! I love the looks of the bag, it's a good color and seems to be very well made. I looked a long time for a bag large enough for everything that I want to carry and this bag has room for everything that I need to take with me. It is missing some of the bells and whistles that you can find on a lot of bags nowadays, but since it's made from a sturdy canvas, improvements like tripod straps can be added with needle and thread.

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Ranipak Durable Solid Flap Global Computer Backpack

Ranipak Luggage Durable Solid Flap Global Computer Backpack, Navy, One SizeThe Ranipak computer backpack I bought is black. The black color is dark black, so it goes with most outfits I wear. What attracted me to this bag is the shape of the bag. It is slightly wider on top than the bottom, which is unique in that it goes with the shape of your body's torso and thereby making it fashionable. This backpack has quite a few compartments for electronic goods, but it would have been nice if they made a compartment to hold pens.

The largest compartment is the main compartment that is closest to your back (when you wear the bag). There is no zipper on this compartment, but the flap is cut and shaped in a way that the compartment is well protected from rain because the sides fold inward. The nice thing about not having the zipper is that it makes the compartment easy to access once you unbuckle the flap, and there's more space available to allow over stuffing the main compartment. I put my 15.6 inch laptop into it, and it has plenty of room to put more things into it. Inside the main compartment is a large sleeve, that is approximately half the size of the main compartment, to carry smaller devices such as an iPad/tablet or even cables (well padded by a lining that feels like the material on a wetsuit--neoprene). This sleeve also has no zipper, for easy access. The downside is to never turn this bag upside down or smaller items in the main compartment will fall out. However, all the other compartments in front of the main compartment have zippers and are well protected even if the bag is turned upside down.

The next compartment, located in front of the main compartment, is 2/3 the size of the main compartment, but it has a zipper. Within it are three pockets (large, medium, small) made of the neoprene material. The large pocket can easily carry a Kindle Fire. The medium pocket is about the size of a floppy disk and the small pocket is the size of a credit card, but large enough to hold an ID card such as those for work. Other than that, this secondary compartment can hold all the personal belongings safely. This secondary compartment is about the size of a medium sized pocket book, which would be convenient for women. For guys, this compartment is large enough to put extra books or a couple of magazines.

In front of the secondary compartment is a thin zippered sleeve that is padded to carry an external hard-drive or a 7" Kindle Fire. It's approximately 1/4 the size of the bag. Next to it is a small zippered sleeve for a telephone, but only large enough for an iPhone with its protective cover. Anything larger than an iphone will not likely fit into it. The great thing about these two compartments is that the zipper each face out to the sides under the flap. This allows you to access each of these smaller compartments without having to open the flap. So, if a phone call comes in, you just have to reach in from the side to unzip and get the iphone without unbuckling the flap. The last zippered compartment, located on the right side of the bag, is for carrying a water bottle or cables. The water bottle/cable compartment is hidden, and takes up space within the main compartment. It is probably more appropriate for cables than a water bottle because there is just a thin polyester cloth that separates this compartment from the main compartment.

This bag is the most light weight computer bag I have ever gotten, and I've expereienced many computer bags. It weighs about one to two pounds. The material is mainly water repellent 1000d twill poly/non-toxic tarpaulin with durable seatbelt nylon straps that are adjustable (according to the label). The material on this bag is not stiff, so the flexibility causes the bag to change shape based on what you put into it. The bag will bulge out if the item in the bag is round and not flat. If the item in the bag is flat, then the bag will take the flattened shape. My only issue (other than wanting a pocket for pens) is that the bottom of the bag is not cushioned, which can cause a thump when you drop the bag. So, as long as you don't drop the bag, this is a great bag for its looks, light weight, easy access to things, large size, flexible shape and good double stitching (keeps bag strong). It's very comfortable to carry because of its cushioned straps and back padding. This bag is strong enough to hold textbooks if you don't have a laptop to put in it.

It has six separate compartments to organize and store gear away, including room for a laptop, binder and Kindle/ipad tablet device, power cord pocket and phone pocket. It is built reasonably well and the stitches holding the straps to the pack appears to be middling quality (not cheapo easily ripped out stitches, but not heavy duty either), and toting it on my back fully loaded works well for the quarter mile or so I carry it daily to work. I cannot vouch for comfort on longer treks. There isn't any internal padding to protect multiple devices from one another, and not really any padding for exterior exposure either. The bottom especially could use a sheet of high density foam to soften the blow to the laptop when setting this on the floor (this is important enough that I put my own foam padding in the bottom for the laptop to rest on).

It has two design flaws that bother me and they could have been easily avoided. First, the strap is sewn onto the big flap on the back more than half way down. If the pack is less than half full or so I cannot take enough slack out of the adjustable lower strap because having the top snap so close to the bottom one will not allow for it. If the top snap was fixed in place about three inches higher up this would not be a problem. Consequently, the flap is a bit looser than I would like much of the time.

The other issue is the aesthetics of the two tone vinyl coated flap. I am sure the vinyl coating adds some water resistance, but it looks tacky. What is even more puzzling about this design decision is that it doesn't cover the top of the flap which is the area most likely to get the worst of the rainfall if you get caught outside in a storm. So, what is the point of having the vinyl at all? It looks ugly and isn't very functional.

I bought this item for 22 dollars in a lightening deal. If I had paid the regular full price of 64 dollars I would have sent it back to Amazon after inspecting it. For the money I paid, I am happy with it for carrying lots of gear and documents.

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Spacious, versatile and works both for casual and professional settings. Very pleased with its durability as I am a student and on campus all the time so I need a bag that can hold a good amount of stuff. One thing missing would be a larger water bottle compartment but other than that I am very satisfied with this purchase!

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I bought this in the daily deals section and have been happy with it, but would not pay the $65 list.

It is a comfortable backpack and right-sized for two or three books and a laptop. It has two small zippered pockets and two medium zippered ones ones. The top of the main compartment is closed by a flap and things can fall out if it gets turned upside down. The material and stitching seem to be high quality. It looks good and feels comfortable as a backpack.

Overall it works well for hauling things in and out of the SouthBayMachine school lab.

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This bag is really nice. I have a much more expensive backpack but I've ditched it for the buckle-convenience and sleek black look of this bag. I even chose it over my leather laptop bag since it's so much more comfortable (especially when carrying heavy textbooks around), it has more space available, and it not water-sensitive. I wish it had a few pen/pencil loops sewn in, as I imagine if I'm not careful I might have pen marks staining the inside, but there are still nice pouches inside to keep them in. This bag comes highly recommended from me.

Gaorui Children Toddler Kid's Leather School Bag Animal Fruit Cartoon Backpack 14 Styles - Multiple

Gaorui Children Toddler Kid's Leather School Bag Animal Fruit Cartoon Backpack 14 Styles - Frog Patternthey smell horrible,... maybe some material/quimic the have used.. so I do not think it is safe for little ones..

besides this I got two and the zipper of one of them was already broken when we got it...

i would give this a 5 star review except for the smell. it smells like a tire shop or something...but for the price, cuteness (pictures don't do these things justice! they are adorable!!), and the good construction (looks high quality to me) it deserves a positive review. also, shipping time was really impressive, arrived way before the estimated time frame.

***for those who own one of these backpacks...anyone have luck getting rid of the smell? I've tried a couple things with no luck (hung on a clothesline in the sun for week hoping that would air it out) and putting fabric softeners in them...maybe febreeze would work? any suggestion is appreciated...thanks :)

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My daughter thinks the cake pattern is very cute, she totes it around everywhere. The material is soft and the construction is good.

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I bought it for a friend to give to her kid, and most reviews say it smells bad, it does have a smell to it but I couldn't tell unless I was actually sniffing it, its adorable and good material, buying one for my son now!

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I got this for my 2 year old grandson for an airplane trip. It fit on his back perfectly and he felt like a big kid. Very cute.

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Thomas & friends Drawstring backpack Bag

Thomas & friends Drawstring backpack BagA great little bag to carry baby's daily things when going to the beach or playground. My son loves his Thomas bag.

Great little bag for my 3-year old son. He loves Thomas and everything he and the other trains stand for. He wears the bag every day, even around the house!

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Victorinox Luggage Werks Traveler 4.0 Wt Shopping Tote

Victorinox Luggage Werks Traveler 4.0 Wt Shopping Tote, Pink, One SizeThis Victorinox Luggage WT 4 Shopping Tote, Purple, matches my luggage and was a great accessory to find and to purchased.

Will be GREAT on my cruise later this year!!!!!!!!!!! IT has plenty of room for ALL esential carry on items.

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Samsonite Luggage Mvs Spinner Backpack

Samsonite Luggage Mvs Spinner Backpack, Black, 19 InchUse: I will be using this as a home to work bag. I walk some, take the bus and the metro.

Required features: Spinner, room for laptop, books, lunch, iPad, knitting and if necessary enough clothes for a weekend. Comfortable handle or backpack/messenger options.

Pros: It rolls wonderfully and fits through different size aisles. I'm not sure about a 17" PC by my 14 x 9.5 work laptop fits fine. The zippers are sturdy and there are enough compartments for all my needs and more. If a laptop doesn't fit in the designed sleeve, there is plenty of room in the main compartment for the laptop and more. The bag is not heavy and has a nice multiple height handle. One person thought the handle felt like it would break easily, but I have had others that were shakier that lasted years. The warranty is definitely a plus along with the sale price!

Cons: It is taller than I like and friends who travel more than I do said it would probably not fit under a seat but would be fine in the overhead compartment. I would have liked larger wheels to help in rolling over more surfaces such as some carpets and unpaved walk ways.

I looked at all the other PC bags with the spinner feature and they are based on the traditional computer/folder/office design. This was more than I needed. This was the only spinner backpack I could find. I just want to carry my computer without pulling my shoulder out of joint. I want to be able to reach in without having to open the compartment completely too.

I like not having to open the whole thing to get to my laptop and feel it is well protected from bumps and gouges.

I was originally shopping for a Jansport Driver 8 but was heartbroken to learn that my 15" MacBook Pro did not fit in the sleeve the way I would have liked (the strap did not hold the laptop firmly in place which 'caused it to lean to the back of the bag). I searched through numerous sites and saw the Samsonite MVS Spinner backpack. Since I didn't want to get my heart or laptop broken I went in search of a brick/mortar store that carried the product. I went to Mori Luggage and Gifts and tried it out. There is a cool slide in sleeve for laptops 15-17". It has a decent amount of functional pockets as well as a places to hold your water bottle, phone and/or mp3 player. It also has space for my iPad which is in the main compartment that holds the laptop sleeve. The price was not bad as well (I paid $106 plus tax). Overall, I would recommend this bag for anyone looking for a wheeled backpack to carry their laptop.

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Just as I wanted...love all the compartments and the perfect size of this backpack...tons of storage and very many side pockets esp. the hidden side laptop compartment for easy access....Only gripe, the handle is a bit wobbly, hopefully it does not fall off or break, otherwise, I will be using my 3-year warranty for a replacement or fix. Great price and quality for comparable items, I searched for a week looking for a wheeled backpack, this seemed the best for the price...

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This is a very well made item. For me it does not work. I put in my mini hp computer, Ipad, kindle fire, two bottles of water, note book, wallet, ipod, iphone, two sets of eye glasses and the list goes on. When I have every thing in it that I need it wants to and sometimes will tip over. The front part fall over. The bottom the this item you could call it the plat form where the spinners are is not big enough for me just because I really do put allot of stuff in it. It has allot of compartments. I don't like it for me so I need something that is a little bigger.

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Warning, we had to pay an oversize bag fee when we were traveling internationally and they would not let us put it on the plane, we had to check it.

Monster High Skull Ghoulfriends Large Rolling Roller Backpack Bag tote Luggage

Monster High Skull Ghoulfriends Large Rolling Roller Backpack Bag tote LuggageThis is really cute! My daughter loved it. I normally wouldn't pay this much for a kids' backpack, but its the perfect size for all her heavy school books and the rollers save her back from aching.

Beautilul but the bag came with a little role near zipper...but I saw latter...Just this. I don't know what else to say.

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The backpack came with the screw and fixation of the base broken. If pictures is needed, please, let me know I can send to everyone.

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I got this backpack for my 6 yr old for Kindergarden. She loves it!! Perfect size! She has been asking for a rolling backpack for a while so she loved it when she saw it!

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Hello Kitty Mini Backpack

Hello Kitty Mini BackpackThis backpack is smaller then I thought it would be, but still super cute! I know my daughter will love it Christmas morning no matter what size it is :)

Incase Designs Nylon Messenger - Notebook carrying case - 15 Inch - black

Incase Designs Nylon Messenger - Notebook carrying case - 15 Inch - blackI was reading one of the reviews of this bag and couldn't agree more with the buckle issue. The buckle comes loose very easily and then all of a sudden the bag is to your feet. This was happening to me over and over again even when it was just my computer and nothing extra in the bag. I contacted Incase and they said to take a picture of the issue and ship the item back. I went ahead and did so and received a brand new version of the bag. While it was nice of them to replace it so quickly it does me no good as it is a design flaw and not an issue with just one bag. Now I have a computer bag that will sit in my closet and gather dust since Incase won't issue a refund and the same problem will keep occurring. While I love the design of Incase products the functionality and lack of customer satisfaction just isn't worth it for me to purchase from them again.

Overall this is a pretty decent bag. It has plenty of space for my Mac, notebook and Kindle (and iPad someday).

The only thing about it that is awful is the clamp that keeps the strap at your preferred length. The teeth on the clamp are very weak and it will most likely open up during your walk to the metro, causing the strap to get longer until the bag is bouncing off the back of your leg with each step. However, this only seems to be a problem when I put my gym clothes in the bag, so just don't over stuff it and it'll be fine.

For the price this bag is really good. The shoulder support strap is comfortable and the size of the bag is just about perfect. If Incase made better strap clamps this bag would be absolutely pimp.

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I have a 15" Macbook Pro (Mid 2010 model), which fits perfectly inside the notebook compartment inside the bag. There is a Velcro strap that secures the laptop inside the compartment, without rubbing against the laptop itself. The compartment is lined with a smooth material that will not damage the Macbook's aluminum finish, which is an important detail. The bottom of the bag can expand if necessary to carry bulky items. There is a pocket inside that fits an iPad (although I don't have one to try). There is also a zippered pocket with mesh pockets inside of it that can hold video adapters, mice, pens, etc. The strap is adjustable in length, but not removable. Lastly, the main flap is held down with both plastic buckles and Velcro. This makes it difficult to open with only one hand free, but holds the bag closed very securely. I can't recommend this bag enough if you own a 15" Macbook, or any other 15" laptop that's close to the same dimensions. Highly recommended!

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I use this bag to hold a 14" laptop, associated accessories, and the usual workday items i need. I can even fit a decent sized umbrella in this bag. The outside material is nice but the overall bag is thin so it doesn't have much structural rigidity i.e. it won't stand up on it's own.

The real negative for me though is that the clasp that is used to lock the shoulder strap in place very easily becomes loose and the strap very quickly becomes too long. It's amazing how bad this design is because I own so many other incase products that do not have any kind of deficiency like this.

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I bought this bag based on the internet pics and opinions. Unfortunately I did not realize that my enthusiasm was

based on 2008 design. What I got is a cut version of that bag, looks like somebody came and "worked" on the bag

to cut production costs. Although overall the bag is OK, but you for sure can find more intelligent designs (like the

2008 seemed to be) and I honestly feel cheated...so to the point:

1) the detachable strap is gone

2) the light reflecting stripe got reduced to two small patches...great, biker's safety got a bit compromised by that

3) the inner fur padding is idiotically

located only on the one side of the laptop compartment; why the heck would you need it there? the tablet compartment and

the smartphone one are the places, as both have big exposed screens; well, it's no longer there, left only in one

place where it's completely useless;

4) the very inside (on the topo material) small pockets are gone..."thanks"

5) the pocket for phone/small things is nothing special, small, simple material, no fur padding

6) no key stash in the arm strap pad

I suggest thinking twice before buying the bag, as the competition in messenger bags is tight and everything is about

optimizing the design. Well, here it seems that Incase took a step backwards, and

probably driven by the raving opinions that both 15" and 17" bags got when introduced,

decided to secretly cut the costs as nobody would notice. Hmm...I've noticed.

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