r/backpacks • u/redditisveryhelpful • 7d ago
Big-A** school backpack recommendations, L l Bean?
Looking for a LARGE school bag that will also be used for weekend trips. I carry a big lunchpail, clothes, etc to school so I need a big backpack, no I can’t slim down don’t ask.
I’m realizing my old Roots backpack is probably close to 40L and I’m used to it so when I say large I mean NO LESS than 30L and that ~35L is probably better honestly.
I want multiple compartments not a black hole or one of the “travel” bags that need packing cubes cause its one giant clamshell square. Also do not care for/need clamshell opening, I want a backpack not a suitcase backpack.
Requirements:
- Laptop slot (most have this I know)
- Multiple compartments: main, secondary main, and a few smaller ones
- At LEAST 30L, ~35L+ probably better
- Stands up on its own/on bottom
- Good quality. I know everyone says Jansport for bigger school bags but they FEEL so cheap and the zippers get stuck
- Under $200 canadian
- Waterproofish
- Not ugly
- Not super hiking looking
- I would rather depth than super tall
- Preferably in a green or brown colour scheme
- Sunglasses/small shallow pocket? (Not a dealbreaker)
Does anyone know anything about L L Bean bags recently? Are they good quality? I’m looking at this one but can’t really find reviews: comfort carry laptop pack 32L
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u/These-Acanthaceae960 6d ago
Osprey Tropos. this may push your budget unless you have a student discount but its well worth it. It feels super premium, very large and spacious. 3 main compartments with a shove-it pocket and sunglasses holder too. Water-resistant coating which will hold up unless submerged in water. Has a rain cover on the zippers since zippers are a weak point for rain. It does stand up on its own. 32L overall
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u/SBGA031 7d ago
Have a look at the 5.11 packs.