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Work/commuting backpack, ideally not a US company (lemmy.ca)
submitted 6 months ago by to c/buyitforlife@slrpnk.net
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My cheap no-name Chinese backpack is finally falling apart, after over 20 years of absolutely solid service.

I want something that will last at least another 20 years, will hold a modern 16" laptop (e.g. Macbook), and will also let me toss a pair of jeans and light jacket in, when I ride home from work in the spring and fall afternoons.

I'd like to avoid American brands if possible.

Looked online at the SwissGear 5698 and Endure, but don't know how well they're built, or if they'll hold my junk.

Any recommendations?

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[–] 8 points 6 months ago

Kanken backpacks are 10/10 on the style front and SUPER lightweight, but those straps are a joke IMO.

Got one as a lightweight camera bag with similar insert, it's perfect for short trips, would be a great commuter bag as long as your backpack is off for most of your commute.

Can easily toss it in the car and wear it from the parking lot to my desk. Would have died in college wearing it with a laptop and textbook walking for miles around campus every day.

For longer wearing those straps will drag you down.

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