“I'm a multi modal commuter (train, bike, and car, depending on the day) and The Backpack is my new daily backpack. Things I love about it include:
* It fits everything great, including my laptop, kids' water bottles, change of clothes, emergency items, etc.
* It's comfortable. I'm 5'2" and a lot of larger backpacks aren't super comfortable. But this keeps the laptop close to my back and feels great.
* Cleans up well. I took it on an airplane trip and got black scuffs. To my delight, they wiped right off with a damp towel.
* Great organization. I love the organization inside. They all fold flat if you want to use it as a single large pocket (e.g. with your own packing cubes) but are also great for if you just want to use your backpack.
The few things that I kind of wished for:
* A key ring inside or a pocket on the inside of the front flap, for things like keys and wallet. I ended up getting a carabineer and a clip and connecting it to one of the pen loops. But it's awkward for my phone.
* My phone is a Pixel 5 (so not huge), and it doesn't really fit well on the side or on top (I also gave to keep a work badge and commuter card on top). I wish one of those pockets was bigger/wider.
* My backpack is only half full most of the time. I wish there was a way (internally) to cinch it down. Although, I've only ever seen external cinching, which isn't a minimalist look.
Overall, I'm extremely happy with the backpack.”
“I work on a college campus and am often trekking from building to building. I wanted a pack that was sustainably made and professional enough for work. The Owl pack is comfortable, roomy (without being too big) and has a fabulous array of pockets. I wish it came in burgundy or forest green, but I do like the grey just fine.”
“This bag is great! Definitely a little pricey, but compared to other laptop backpacks out there, this one is actually on the less expensive side (which is why I got it). It’s clearly very well made and durable; I’ve only had mine for a few weeks and it’s been great so far. Lots of convenient pockets and compartments, including a side zipper thing for water bottles which is super clutch (oftentimes I worry about my bottle falling out of other backpacks when it’s just in the side pouch). I also dont feel like a middle schooler when I walk around with it, which is a plus. I recommend if you have the capacity!”
“So awesome for working remotely and lugging all my equipment to coffee shops and whatnot. A dream of a bag for my laptop and can fit quite a bit of extras for a day/two!”
“This is overall a great backpack and the shipping was incredibly fast, so I am satisfied. Love the style, organization/pockets, color (brown), size (I got the larger size for work), and fabric. I especially like the phone pocket on the side. I bring a 24 oz water bottle and a second thermos for tea. That plus lunch box, book, sweater, laptop all fit nicely. On the nitpicky side, I am a 5’4” woman and would really have preferred i could tighten the straps just a bit more. Overall I like the pack very much.”
