JanSport (Jansport Bags)

Member Name: danball

Product:	Jansport Bags
Date:	10/02/09 (41 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Good design and build

Disadvantages: N/A

I haven't owned a 'backpack' or 'rucksack' or 'whatever else you want to call it' since I was at school but I couldn't find another bag suitable to carry my odds and edds to work and back. A satchel, although really fashionable, idn't really practical and a briefcase just wouldn't do the trick. I decided I wanted a classic looking backpack that is of a high quality and would last me for a few years.

I had originally decided on getting an 'Eastpack' bag as I had heard that they were of an extremely high quality and were basically weather-proof. Just what I wanted. I then discovered their price. At almost £40 their basic backpack was just too expensive for what I needed it for. Then I stumbled across JanSport.

The bag I bought is a navy blue backpack with a small zipped compartment at the front and the JanSport logo stitched on the front. It cost £19.99 and was purchased from a high street sports shop just over three years ago.

The bag is still in as new condition, even though I have used it extensively. I am very impressed with the quality of the bag, both in design and build. On days when it rains (which has been alot in the last few weeks), the outside of the bag gets wet (obviously) but the inside stays dry. Certainly an important factor when buying a bag. The straps are comfortable and, even when the bag is full to capacity, the bag fits on my back with no problems whatsoever. Speaking of capacity, this bag holds ALOT. I've been able to squeeze in two ring-binders, some books and others bits and bobs with no problems at all. If you are off to the gym, you'll have no problems putting your change of clothes, towel, trainers etc in here. Likewise if you are going away for the night, you would be able to get most of your stuff in here. Very impressed.

The bag is a very basic (classic?) design which will never go out of fashion. Mostly because its not really in fashion but it looks good and is something I would expectt o be able to use for years to come.

Summary: Great quality bag.