Thule Chasm Backpack 26L – Durable and Weather Resistant

I really like it. Very sturdy and comfortable for daily walkabout and on my bike. Loads of space for tech organization and cushion for my laptop and iPad with a side entrance. The zippers are a bit tight but I suspect should improve over time.

True to their name, Thule made a very durable backpack which is great for rainy days. * Design * There outer material feels durable and its water resistance. There is a comfortable vertical handle to carry the bag which is a nice feature if you want to carry it by hand or remove it from the overhead bins when air travelling. The straps design means that the bag sits slightly higher then the shoulder line (which might help with easing back pressure). the bag is long and narrow so it wont fit bulky stuff inside. The straps are nice and wide and there is a chest strap. I didnt particularly liked that the main compartment opening is limited by the zipper going only half way (and thats only on one side, the other side is even shorter) There are three main compartments: 1. A small one to keep small stuff like phones (even an iPad mini could fit there). Its soft and will keep your screen safe 2. Mid compartment to keep all kind of stuff in organized pockets and a hook for keys. 3. Main comportment divide to two, one for a laptop (which could also be quick access from a side zipper) and various other larger items that you couldnt fit in the mid section * Functionality * The lack of a lower strap, for me, means that its not very suitable for longer hikes. It will be great for shorter hikes, specially when its wet outside or urban/work travel when its rainy to keep my laptop safe from the elements. Overall Its pretty comfortable on the back when its was about 75% loaded but, again, the long narrow design means that its difficult to put bulky items inside or else easily reach the bottom of the main comportment. Overall Its a great bag for urban and commute and itll keep you valuables safe. Made by Thule means its going to be one durable backpack that will last for quite a while.

This is seriously the nicest backpack I have ever owned. You pay for what you get: solid construction, durability, great fabrics and materials, strong zippers, roominess, and pockets. The straps I would say are more durable than soft. They are still comfortable. If youre looking for a strong hiking/traveling pack, this is definitely worth it!

Thule Chasm Backpack is super durable and strong with a very good water resistant exterior. Very easy to access and holds my laptop securely along with so many other items. I love the shoulder straps as they are breathable and easy to put on my back. The price is really right and it lasts and I feel confident will hold up for years. The black color matches everything and does not show the dirt. Overall, amazing.

Well constructed, light, with the right pockets and compartments to stay organized.

Excited to try out the Thule Chasm 26L. It was listed as good for bicycling, so I figured it would be good for use on a motorcycle as well. It is a great option for this, didnt flop around while on the road. The straps made it easy to wear it snug- it would have been nice to have somewhere to tuck away the excess strap after cinching it. Pros: Stitching looks durable All smaller/ organizational pockets are micro-fiber lined 3 Pen pockets are full-sized (a bigger deal than youd think-- you can fit an Apple pencil in this! Quick access pocket is just the right size, not too big to lose items but not too small to render useless An elevated laptop sleeve keeps a laptop from getting damaged if the bag is set down too hard on its bottom Cons Only 3 admin pockets in the front compartment 2smaller slip pockets and one larger Bottom of the bag collapse to easily which prevents the bag from standing upright while loading or unloading the bag The only way to set the bag down without it falling over is to set it on its side after removing your water bottle The base of the bag has weather-resistant material that doesnt feel durable enough Overall I like this bag a lot (FAR more than the similar Osprey bags I tried) and will continue to use it.

Sturdy and old fashioned

The Thule Chasm Backpack is similar to our old Thule backpack with some nice new touches. Our child is still using that one after eight years, so we have no complaints. It’s lasted through a bachelor’s degree and they’re nearly done with a PhD. Thule produces quality products that we expect to last. This bag looks built for that, too. It has plenty of pockets for different purposes. Small ones for those little things that need a place and deep ones for the larger items. The laptop slot on the side is big enough for any 15” or smaller with ease. It’s well padded and will still have room for whatever else you want to carry. Nice mesh pockets in two places, pencil/pen slots, a clip for your keys,a massive outside pocket for your drink container or umbrella (or possibly both). They’ve also added little slots for the excess straps to slide inside so that they stay out of the way. The bag is big enough to pack your laptop and clothes for a weekend but lightweight when empty. So, yeah, we like Thule. I’m glad that this bag compares favorably to the old one and confirms what we already believe about them.

This backpack is perfect for my needs. I got it to protect my new laptop when I go to work for 24 hour shifts. I have a notebook, iPad, and a case with my chargers and headphones that all fits easily in the large compartment. The middle compartment I keep writing utensils, a pocket knife and some odds and ends as well a vitamin case in the zipper pocket which fits perfectly. The small outer packet holds keys, a bag of floss picks, wallet, etc. Love this backpack and get comments For the record I got the olive color and it’s great. Most of my clothes are grey, blue, and black like a lot of men and the olive green goes well with all of it. If you are looking for an all purpose back pack but also want to protect a laptop the chasm is highly recommended.

My son is using this as his backpack for high school. They don’t have/use lockers any more so this is a great way to have a comfortable pack with lots of places to zip in all the things you need throughout the day-it also has a nice place to slide his laptop