Choice of Backpack

[shenningdo]

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Would current students or future students suggest a hiking backpack with straps across the hips and chest, a rolling backpack/suitcase, a satchel bag, or any other suggestion?

 

[Gimlet]

Would current students or future students suggest a hiking backpack with straps across the hips and chest, a rolling backpack/suitcase, a satchel bag, or any other suggestion?

There are a couple of backpack threads on here that you should do a search for.

I bought a Jansport "Odyssey 38" backpack (very popular hiking-style backpack...it seems like half my class has one) the day before classes started and I swear it is the best purchase I have ever made. It has tons of room for lugging books to school and back, and lots of compartments. The ultra-padded shoulder straps and hip/chest straps are key for hikes to the parking lot or home.

Satchel/sling bags are a popular option, but they hurt my shoulder when they're loaded down, and I don't think they generally can hold as many books without getting unwieldy.

Using a rolling backpack is a surefire way to look like a huge nerd. I don't care if they're better for your back...you won't ever catch me using one.

 

[shenningdo]

There are a couple of backpack threads on here that you should do a search for.

I bought a Jansport "Odyssey 38" backpack (very popular hiking-style backpack...it seems like half my class has one) the day before classes started and I swear it is the best purchase I have ever made. It has tons of room for lugging books to school and back, and lots of compartments. The ultra-padded shoulder straps and hip/chest straps are key for hikes to the parking lot or home.

Satchel/sling bags are a popular option, but they hurt my shoulder when they're loaded down, and I don't think they generally can hold as many books without getting unwieldy.

Using a rolling backpack is a surefire way to look like a huge nerd. I don't care if they're better for your back...you won't ever catch me using one.

Thanks for the info. I will do a search!

 

[DrMom]

duplicate thread, so closing.

feel free to contribute to the open thread in the lounge.