Osprey Transporter Zip Top Laptop Backpack
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Grant Fritchey
> 24 hourI didnt expect anything less from Osprey, but I was impressed with the quality of this backpack. The material is this tough, leather appearing, fabric. Its very water resistant (but not water proof). The zippers are solid. The zipper pulls are large rings that are just lovely in operation. The laptop sleeve is padded, and best of all, stitched in such a way that its not at the bottom of the bag, or the sides, or the top. Your laptop will be very well protected. Theres a second padded sleeve for a kindle or a tablet. Then, its a cavernous pack. Just simply huge. In fact, maybe a little too big if you stuff it full and have to put it under an airplane seat. However, itll carry all the gear this road warrior uses on trips and then has a bunch of room left over. There are a couple of outer pockets and an organizer in the main pocket for storing doodads, pens, and stuff. The straps are good. The padding on the back is excellent. There is literally nothing bad I can say about this laptop backpack.
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Patrick
> 24 hourThis bag holds a ton and is like a bucket for your back. If you are looking for something similar to a duffel bag this is a good option. If you want something with a lot of different pockets and organization, this is not for you. This works great as a travel bag and fits well on the plane.
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HristovV
> 24 hourThis is a large and very versatile pack with just the right blend of features. It strikes the perfect balance of being great for the office, the bike commute, going to the gym, or as a carry-on for a weekend trip. And its waterproof, because...why would any backpack not be? Storage and organization is well thought out. In the main compartment, the laptop sleeve easily fits my 14 Thinkpad Yoga, while the document sleeve holds a thick folder of files and a tablet. There are a couple of pen slots, a couple of mesh pockets for small accessories, and a key clip. The rest of the bucket style main compartment is spacious enough for your gym clothes, a pair of shoes, a lunch or camera bag, and a jacket. Overall, I would have no problem packing it for a weekend trip, and if you dont fill it all the way up, it would fit under an airplane seat. The interior lid mesh compartment is perfect for a large pair of headphones and anything else you dont want to end up at the bottom of the bag. Moving to the outside, the water bottle pocket easily fits a 1L Nalgene with room to spare. The central back pocket is perfect for a rain shell or gloves, and the outer lid soft pocket is more than enough for sunglasses and other small things that need to be readily accessible. Build quality is excellent, materials feels substantial, and the straps are very comfortable. Yet another reason to buy Osprey is their amazing warranty, promising to repair any damage or defect for any reason, free of charge. Does it get better than that? Downsides - yes, the bag looks best when its full. If you only have a laptop in there and stuff something heavy in the lid, it will look a bit scrunched up.
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inquisitive2
> 24 hourThis is very durable, but it is taller than the description, which means it is too awkward for me to use well. My husband uses it while riding his motorcycle, though, and seems to like it for that.
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Iván Chacha
> 24 hourEl producto es bueno, esta dentro de lo que se esperaba que cumpla, sin embargo la marca puede mejorar las características agregándole funciones, bolsillos, hace 4 años compre otro modelo de la marca y tiene mas compartimentos que ayudan a distribuir y organizar el almacenamiento. En conclusión le falta mas bolsillos.
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Erica K
> 24 hourOsprey makes great bags, and this one was no less than expected. It is a good size, with a U shape opening which I personally love. The inside can fit quite a lot, plus a 15 laptop, with plenty of other pockets. The straps are very comfortable on here and the material is nice. It is water resistant,not water proof.
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JDB
> 24 hourGreat backpack. Holds everything I need for a plane trip and fits under the seat with ease.
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Amazing Customer
> 24 hourSturdy laptop sleeve. Bag has many hidden pockets with decent dimensions for smaller equipment and outside Side pocket can ft Tall water bottle. This bag also protects my tech from moister if raining.
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Thomas T.
> 24 hourOsprey provides with the Transporter backpack a rugged design thats best to keep rain from the inside. While most backpacks will soak up water and eventually allow it to penetrate the shell, the Osperey Transporter is covered in a TPV (Thermoplastic Vulcanate) and essentially rain proof. That has two results, for one it does seal water out, but it also feels a bit cheaper than the $140 price tage suggests. You get used to it though and the Osprey logo is as usual understated on the fabric. The inside is one large compartment, suitable for a short weekend trip. There is also 2 layers of pockets with a padded laptop sleeve that holds up to 15 computer. (My 14 Yoga feels quite comfortable.) There is another pocket that can hold an iPad or similar and two smaller pockets made of mesh for small objects. The outide appears smooth and the zippers have rugged rings. Thats necessary as the zippers are a bit tight and hard to open or close, at least initially. There are two hidden pockets, where the one for the waterbottle is a bit curious as that may not need protection from the elements or preying eyes, but then again, it does look cleaner that way. The other pocket is in the lid and good to hold a wallet or something like that. Both are protected with the TPV covered fabric, which is surprisingly void of any plastic smell. The straps are comfortable and the back is padded to protect the laptop and your back. Overall, the Osprey is a soli offer for those who need a bit more protection when out an about. Just like SUVs, however, youre most likely not exposing it to more than a drizzle or something like that. For a rugged hike or daily commute, the Transporter should be a good choice. Of course the large main compartment main not suit every need and that depends on your use if thats a good thing to have or if a different model might be better
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Mat & Mir
> 24 hourYes! I have been searching for a larger pack for traveling and at the same time for college. This is it! I love the fit and comfort, color and materials, the size, the shape, and the pockets. There are zero cons right now. PROS: The materials are fantastic. At first, I wasnt crazy about the texture, but now I love it. I thought it would scratch, but it does not. After a couple months, it still looks brand new. The zippers are smooth and sturdy. You can pull them and zip them up and they never get caught. The size is perfect for me. I can fit massive amounts of textbooks, plus my iPad, and my 15 laptop and there cords, and still have room for a water bottle or more books. You could fill this with more than you could need. I also traveled once with it. A weekend trip. Everything fit in HALF this bag. Including my laptop, iPad, toiletries, clothes, a three-ring binder, and reading. The pockets were a huge sell for me. I love the top external pocket for quick access to my passport, wallet, and documents. Yet, in a discreet location, far away from pickpockets. I love the zipper water bottle pocket. It holds a full-size Nalgene. The computer/ipad pockets are perfect, and off the bottom so the computer doesnt hit the ground like my other packs. I also wanted a top load, because I was getting sick of my backpack splitting open and the sides just flopping apart every time I needed something. I love that it sits upright when I place it on the floor; at school, I can set it next to my chair without having to prop it up, and at the airport, I can just set it in front of my feet. By the way, its also very comfortable to wear. I have to give it a 5-star rating. Its the best pack Ive owned and Ive owned a lot, including a $350 pack. And with Ospreys warranty, Ill never worry if a strap or zipper breaks. Ill try and update this in 6months to a year after Ive traveled more with it.