POWAITER Travel Backpack for Women Men, Large Carry on Backpack Flight Approved with 4 Packing Cubes & Luggage Tag, Expandable Business Weekend Luggage Suitcase Backpack for 17 Inch Laptop-Black
-
Colorful Colorado
> 3 dayI often travel with just a backpack because I dont like the pain of pulling a roller bag around and stressing about having enough room on an airplane to stow it. Up to this point Ive never been happy with the options Ive tried, including some expensive ones from eBags. It does come folded in half and really squished so I stuffed it with a couple pillows for a week to get it to form back to its true shape before I used it. Here is what I like about this bag: #1 It is rectangular like a suitcase so you can really fit a lot of stuff into it. #2 the packing cubes are huge and can take up almost the entire clothing compartment, thats actually nice because I always find that the cubes are more trouble than they are worth because they leave wasted space that you try to stuff full with socks and other extra clothes. #3 the zippers work really well and I like that they dont have hard metal pulls on them. I found with other bags that these can get caught up and break off. For travel bags, stiff cloth pulls are the way to go. #4 the cary handles are actually handles and not little straps that you cant use. #5 the water bottle carrier is just big enough to fit a 24oz hydroflask without the rubber thingy on the bottom. And the strap above it is in the perfect place to clip through the handle on the lid (which is important if youve ever had one of these slide out as you are putting a bag into the overhead and almost hurt someone). If you carry a big water bottle like a Nalgene, it will NOT fit in the pocket. #6 the bottom of the back of the bag bulges out slightly to fit into the small of your back so even without a waist strap it puts some of the load on your waist vs your shoulders. For anyone who regularly carries a backpack you know how important this is. Here is what I dont like: #1 The backpack straps are not as comfortable as they could be. I think they anchor too far apart to the bag so it sits further on the outside of your shoulders. With the sternum strap this fixes it a bit but without it you can get sore shoulders fast. Ive used other bags that when loaded up are fine without the sternum strap. That being said I am fairly slender by todays standards at 60 & 170lbs, if you are heavier and have a wider neck/shoulders this may not be as big of a deal for you. #2 The metal name/address tag I really dont care for, Ive had it get caught up trying to get the bag out of the trunk or under a seat and Im about ready to cut it off. It would be so much nicer if it was a stiff fabric with a little fabric tab that stuck out of the bag so you can pull it out and read it. This is not a game changer, you can decide when you get the bag if you like it or not, it will take about 5 seconds to cut it off but it is permanent, there will be no way to reattach it. #3 Im neutral on the charging cord, I dont use it and wish the bag didnt have it but its not in the way of anything so I dont really care. Overall it is my new favorite, if the size is what you need I would totally recommend it.
-
Alfred S.
> 3 dayThis is a great backpack for traveling. What I like about this backpack is that is has a section that you can unzip completely and opens to a rectangular area like a small suitcase. In fact, this is what was lacking in my last backpack. It also comes with several packing cubes to organize everything. Another section unzips on the top like a regular backpack and has a pocket for your laptop and other things. The straps can be tucked in and the backpack carried with a handle. It also has a band across the back which makes it able to hook onto a suitcase you may be rolling. On one side there is a usb that you can use to charge things if you have a power bank. This backpack checks all the boxes for me including a pocket for my water bottle. Keep in mind that it looks a little bigger that most packs because it is a rectangle and not a typical backpack that is more oval.
-
Lauren Michelle
> 3 dayThis is not your everyday average backpack, this is so much more! This is a laptop bag, a carry on and dare I say a small piece of luggage. It’s so organized, I bet if you generally pack light for vacations, you could easily fit a weeks worth of stuff in this bag. I’m obsessed and am so happy with this bag!
-
Maine-ah
> 3 dayThis is a really great bag for travel. It can be carried by the handle or converted to a backpack. We are flying in the near future and this is going to be my teenage sons carrying on with supplies and clothing for at least 2 days of travel. There’s zippered compartment galore. We’ll probably use those for snacks, phone, souvenirs, chargers, etc. There are also packing cubes, a shoe bag, a place for a laptop, etc. I feel like this bag maximizes all the space. Honestly it will probably take a few trips of packing before you organize and remember where you put everything. (But saying this in a good way!). I like how wipeable the outside feels. Simple stylish look to it overall. Nice zippers and straps. Spot for bag ID or tag attachment too on front metal ring. There’s even a USB charging port on the outside that is attached to an interior cord to charge a device in your bag. The only thing I’m not super crazy about is the product name tag on the front. But they’re getting their name out there. Excited to use this. It will provide ample space and organization for shorter trips or as a carry on in addition to checked baggage. 5 out of 5 ⭐️ on this bag!
-
Andrew
> 3 dayThis pack has many thoughtful features. There is a metal luggage tag that is permanently attached to the bag as well as a pass-though USB cable built in. There are pockets where one would expect pockets to be, and the electronics/office compartment is separate from the space for packing clothes and toiletries. The included packing cubes help keep everything organized, and the entire bag has zippered extensions to accommodate fuller loads. I was able to fit clothing for three days, a pair of shoes, toiletries and a few bonus items plus a laptop and accessories in it without any trouble. The backpack straps stow away when not in use, and are quite comfortable when adjusted properly. I am looking forward to using it on my next weekend getaway!
-
D. Eckert
> 3 dayWhen I travel, I like to keep things organized. Im always on the hunt for the perfect backpack to bring with me. Its got to have enough pockets to keep my things organized, and those pockets need to be easy to get to. This backpack certainly fits the bill on that front. There are lots of accessible pouches on the front and top of the bag in pretty much every compartment. I can keep all of my things organized without overfilling any one pocket. The main compartment is designed for holding clothes, I think, but its perfect for my 17 inch gaming laptop. There is a smaller compartment with a laptop area in it, and thats perfect for my tablet. The bag feels pretty durable; its not the toughest fabric, but it will hold up to airline travel just fine. I wouldnt take this camping or use it as a bug out bag in a survival situation, but its great for going around town or other urban environments. The padding on the straps is maybe a bit thin, but theyre still comfortable even with as much stuff as I jam in my bag. One thing to note is that the straps dont come connected to the bottom of the back, and the buckles are tucked into a small pocket at the bottom. It took my a minute to find them the first time I tried to wear the bag, so just be aware. Backpacks dont come with instructions, but at least for me it would have been nice to have a note or something. Overall its a great daily use laptop bag or overnight bag.
-
L. Mcelhiney
> 3 dayI love to use a backpack as a carryon when I travel. I think that this product is my new favorite backpack, as it is designed for all of my needs! My laptop fits into a protected pocket and there are plenty of compartments for other necessities. There is a luggage handle on one side which is very comfortable to use. Padded shoulder straps are hidden away when not in use, but immediately come available when you need them. There are extra zippers which allow you to expand the thickness for more room inside. I always want to be able to fit a backpack under the seat in front and this works perfectly. I am very pleased and I highly recommend this product.
-
Scamper
> 3 dayThis was used on a flight to Denver. Was easy to pack, easy to carry and even had a coke spilled on it and just beaded up, wiped off and left no stain. Was only a weekend spent away and everything needed fit in this backpack. Cant find anything negative to criticize it for. Well made, feels durable, and looks nice. Very satisfied.
-
Lpica
Greater than one weekGreat bag, love the cubes that it comes with great for traveling.
-
Zero Cool
> 3 dayHowever, calling it a backpack doesnt seem to do it justice. So far it seems to be nice and durable, so I have high hopes that it will last a good while. My favorite thing about it is that it has 3 different removeable, cubes, as well as a removeable shoe bag. And regarding the cubes. Theres a large cube, a medium cube, and the other smaller cube is apparently water resistant.