WengerBackpacks

I needed a backpack that would hold my laptop and its accompanying stuff, as well as various stuff that one needs during a trip. I was impressed by the numerous positive reviews of the Wenger backpacks and decided to give it a go. All I can say is that it was an excellent choice.The backpack is very sturdy, it has lots of storage space and most important it is easy and comfortable to carry, even when fully loaded. My current laptop (a 15-inch Dell XPS) fits very well and it seems that it there is space to fit a larger one (which might be the case for me quite soon, as I intent to get a new 17-inch laptop). It also seems to provide quite good protection for the laptop with all these padded areas around it.I've been using it for about 6 months, have made a few trips, mostly by plane, and the backpack is as new - no signs of wear. The zippers work without problem. It's size is not a problem; granted, it's not a small backpack, but still it looks smaller than it actually is. Furthermore, it fits to the overhead compartments in the planes (Boeing 717 and 737, Airbus 319 and 320) without a problem.Things I didn't like:When I put the laptop charger in the net pocket on the top of the last compartment (the one that holds the laptop), it seems to not leave enough space on the top pocket (next to the handlebar).If you put enough stuff in one of the front compartments, then the next compartment is quite cramped.All in all, it is a good backpack and I am happy that I got it. If only I could remember where I put my stuff - I need a map to find my things in those countless pockets.UPDATE: after more than a year having this backpack I do not regret buying it in the first place. It still is in excellent condition, even though I've used it in numerous trips/travels. Highly recommended and I'd surely buy another product from this manufacturer if needed.

This is very simply the best laptop bag in the world. I have owned 2 of them; 1 for about 5 years. I only bought a replacement because I was in fear it could be discontinued by the manufacturer and replaced by something inferior. Crazy I know, but I really doubt Swiss-gear will be able to live up to this one. OK.. so why is it so great. (1) It can, if you could carry it, hold not 1, or 2, but 3 laptops and an Ipad comfortably. (2) It has so many pockets, one reviewer actually wrote that after he puts stuff in the bag, the thing denies it's in there. (3) The handle is reinforced with steel; I don't think any other laptop bag has this feature. (4) Underneath the backpack is some kind of hard plastic - so you can put it down anywhere (5) It's practically waterproof. I've been out with it in the rain, gotten soaked, and returned to find all its contents dry as the sahara at mid-day. (6) Its strap is extremely comfortable.Now, to prove I have not been paid by Wenger, there are a few niggling issues. (A) The backpack is slightly heavy when empty, but in Wenger's defence I guess that is because the materials it's build with are so durable. (B) The bag does not have an across the chest clickable strap. I don't understand how Wenger could have omitted this. I use to have an older Swiss-gear bag and it did have this feature. (C) As the bag probably was released before the Ipad became the fashion item it is today, it doesn't have a snuggly designated Ipad pouch.However, the above issues are things you would't even notice unless you have loads of backpacks (unfortunately I do). Buy this bag if you need something that will last for a long time. It's carried my last 5 laptops... and I'm probably going to pass this on to my 5 year old when he is 16... but just the older one, I will keep the new one I've just bought and use it on my first Mars holiday.

I had my previous one of these for several years and used it daily. Excellent product, very well designed and ample space for everything you could need for a couple of nights away. Ideal for use on domestic flights or other journeys and the addition on this updated bag of straps to attach this to the handle of a roll along case, make it ideal for longer trips where you may need to have a back pack for day use and to leave your case at the hotel.The red pocket near the top is brilliant for access and to keep all those items you may just need to quickly access when travelling like documents, headphones etcI wouldn't hesitate to recommend this product and it arrived quickly after ordering through Amazon

Its been 4 years since I got this bag, and it is still with me, and I can say this was the best laptop bag I ever bought. Back then I didn't buy this bag reading any reviews. At that time I was simply looking for a 17" laptop bag and Swissgear was a good brand. It is unbelievable how long this bag has lasted and still doesn't look that ragged or used, and believe me I have abused this bag a lot - with rain, dusty winds and quite some travel. The build quality is really good and its ergonomics makes it quite comfortable on your shoulders to carry around when heavy. I had always been a bit scared carrying my laptop in a bag while it was raining, but this bag has never let me down. My papers, hard drives, chargers, adapters, cards etc have always been fine.It has plenty of space inside and the numerous pockets on the sides, including an easy zip pocket outside and a one on the inside, provides ample space for all those business travelers who need to keep documents, stationary, laptop and even a few clothes etc and the different pockets provide for easy sorting. It is quite handy even for those bag packing trips, since it does stretch out enough.The only problem has been the little cellphone pocket on the left strap. The elastic of the pocket didn't hold out very well and now it doesn't hold the phone tight enough to avoid spilling it out all the time. A small strap might have helped.All in all it was really worth the money.