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51 of 51 found the following review helpful:
 Smart Design & Good QualityFeb 25, 2010
By P. Howey
I purchased this pack after an extensive search for a replacement bag. I use this bag for work, and carry it every day. I am an architect, so I carry a lot of "stuff" with me every day: Digital camera, a couple calculators, flashlight, a 30 foot retractable steel tape, a 100 foot steel tape, a small first aid kit, screwdrivers, multi-tool, circuit tester, marking tape, lots of pens and pencils, umbrella, several notebooks, an insulated lunch bag, a couple of architectural and engineering scales (about 13" long),11x17 drawings (typically 2-3 projects of 20-50 sheets each), and occasionally larger rolls of drawings (24x36 or 30x42 - sometimes up to 5-6 rolls of 20-50 sheets each), and occasionally my Kindle or a laptop too. I'd say on an average day I carry 15 pounds of gear, and fully loaded, probably carry close to 40. The capacity of this bag is amazing, even though it doesn't look that big unloaded, or partially loaded.
The straps are quite comfortable, although I am of large build and with a heavy winter coat I approach the end of the strap extension. I would expect that this would not be an issue for most people, however. Even when fully loaded, I found this to be one of the most comfortable packs I've tried. The pack has a bottom pouch, where I store some heavy and durable items, like tape measures and the first aid kit. I don't worry so much about these items getting damaged, or even getting wet, but the bottom of the bag isn't particularly level, and the bag tends to slump or tip more than I'd like. I tried other loads in the bottom, and nothing at all, and found the tipping was only exacerbated. The design has a good center of gravity for carrying, just not for sitting on the floor. I carry this bag on the train daily, stow it in my car and under my desk, but it frequently goes to construction sites with me. The lack of extraneous hooks, loops and straps make it much safer and easier for me to carry in construction zones than most packs of similar volume, which is a big plus.
One of the most convenient features was a small zippered pouch that sits just below the top handle. I expect that the designer had in mind that this would be a useful place for a media player... and it probably would be, if I used one. My use is to give me ready access to thumb drives, extra memory cards for my camera and similar small and sensitive electronics. In my previous bag I never had a convenient location like this, and given that I access these items several times every day, it is a real boon.
What would I do differently to improve this model? I'd add a removable waist strap - I typically walk 2-3 miles a day with this pack on, and when fully loaded, I'd like the ability to share the load with my hips more. I like the top pouch so well; it might be nice to have two up there, and one with a sleeved connection to the exterior, so if you wanted to connect ear buds to a media player you wouldn't need to leave the pouch partly open. I'd also consider a flatter bottom, possibly rubberized to improve stability and durability of the bottom of the pack. Would I buy another of these packs, even without these suggested refinements? Absolutely.
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
 Jansport Boost Review By MikhaelSep 22, 2009
By Mikhael Reviews
"Mike"
I got this pack a week ago and I have to say it does fit a lot. I carry 2 small textbooks, 3 full-sized textbooks, a binder, My 15.6" Dell Inspiron 15, and a thick hoody. All these fit with more room to spare. The Lower compartment set for wires and such does its job. The First small division of the pack has alot of small pockets where you can put anything from sunglasses to wallets. The second compartment has adequate room to carry anything from books to clothes and the largest compartment has a flip(laptop) sleeve to hold up to a 17". Overall the pack is good looking and does its job. The straps are very comftable and another thing about this pack is that it is extremely light. When loaded it doesn't feel heavy on the back. I would have given this Jansport Backpack 5 stars if it had extra straps on the chest and tummy area. For a large pack those extra straps should come standard. Great PACK! LOOKS GOOD as well.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
Perfect for a med studentOct 23, 2008
By ne0phyte
the size of the bag is perfect for all my books, and it has room to spare.
the straps are well designed so that the weight of my huge books is well distributed. Backpack is extremely comfortable to carry.
Laptop sleeve and dedicated power adapter area on bottom of bag is well designed.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
I LOVE this backpackSep 09, 2011
By Jennifer Chapman
Let me start by saying I almost never (1-2 times) write a review, but I feel like I needed to. This backpack is amazing. I am a nursing student and have lots of folders, books,laptop and iPad to carry around. My previous backpack held so little, I would end up carrying 2-3 bags just to have everything I need. With this backpack, I carry my 17" laptop, several thick textbooks, 2 2" binders, my iPad, lots of pens/pencils/highlighters and my wallet and still have room. I also have a problem with an old shoulder injury and this is the first bag that I have tried that doesn't cause "flare-ups". I highly recommend this backpack.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Awesome BackpackMay 04, 2011
By M Vasquez
Jansport continues to make great quality products. I have a 17.3in laptop and it fits perfectly. My laptop is snug and secure. There is plenty of room for my binder and two other textbooks. There is a nice compartment in the front to hold plenty of smaller items. The shoulder straps are well made and comfortable and the zippers are sturdy. I would definitely recommend this backpack to anyone.
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