Is this an assault bag and could you fit text books and regular notebooks for school in this bag or would a 20L bag be better
311940
You could fit some text books but very few. Don't get me wrong it's a great bag. But if u using it for school I have u don't have a lot of book. A 20l bag would be better
311941
You could fit text books but it's a little smaller than standert school back pack size
311942
Definitely not for textbooks an laptop just like a note book pen an cell phone an not much else very small lite backpack nothing meant for a day.
311943
Text books would not fit. This bag is small and could be used for a camelback for water. It's a lot smaller than it looks.
1780144
I bought it for my son who is in 5th grade for school. None of his books, binder, folders fit through the zipper opening. He uses it as an overnight bag or for his tablet and handheld devices. Needless to say I had to buy another backpack for him. I would not suggest this bag for school for any grade. Check measurements and get something much larger than this instead. Good luck
811172
Short answer yes. I too am a full time college student and use this as my primary bag. I also carry a 13 inch macbook pro where ever I go along with and iPad in this bag along with notebook or two and sometimes carry a graphing calculator. But it does get bulky when you start adding accessories and chargers etc. If the text books you use are large (e.g. my Accounting book), it will not fit. If you are planning to have ALL of your text books with you then go with a larger bag. overall the quality is great.
663734
I bought this for my fiancée who primarily keeps his iPad in it. I put my 15.4" Hp laptop in to get an idea to answer your question. It fit snugly in the bag with a couple folders also in it. If you plan to only carry your laptop, I think you're fine. But if you planned to carry books and/or a large amount of paperwork in addition to the MacBook, I wouldn't recommend it for that use.
836299
I brought this bag for my daughter who has it at school right now but she fits her laptop (regular size, not mini) into it for school. So, I would say yes!!
11092
It fits my laptop two books two larger notebooks in the two main sections then all sorts of the usual school stuff in the front smaller pocket( charger, pens, calculator, snacks, small planner) it's a perfect size for travel and most class loads. I think I had to carry more than that I would have something with wheels. Hope this helps!
1398675
I would say no. I carry my laptop and a couple of note books and a manila folder but I don't see multiple big thick college textbooks fitting well.
2175571
I have mine full, and I mean very full. I have the matching 65L Seal Line dry sack inside the bag. Mine is about 29" high by 18" wide by 14" deep, but that's including straps, lid, and tools that I have MOLLE'd to the sides like my shovel, knife, and hatchet. If you're concerned with space, you could trim it down somewhat, but it's still a big bag. These measurements do not include the assault pack. The size of the assault pack is close to a small backpack.
360327
My daughter carries about 3 large textbooks along with notebooks, folders and her iPad in this bag. It however does not hold her 15 inch laptop. Hope this helps.
1498245
The bag is certainly rugged enough to carry college books. The size of the bag is probably good for 2 books or 3 small books.
869308
Possibly but you need to check the dimensions. If you're talking about regular school and a lot textbooks than that is a no, not wide enough. Size is more comparable to a concealed weapon pack in my opinion.You would look more to those desert packs and Alice packs without the frames
1555366
I would say no. Unless you are a big guy the bag can look silly and you'd probably get made fun of honestly. The reviews aren't exaggerated, it is the biggest backpack I've ever seen. Look at some of the photos. Its much bigger than what is needed for a 17" laptop.
1202814
It's still pretty bulky. This bag is good for carrying a lot of things. If you are looking for a lightweight bag to carry a laptop and a binder, this probably isn't the bag for you. However, if you often carry a lot, it is the best bag I have had. I have had this bag for over 6 months and have used it daily for law school. It has not ripped and holds everything I need.
443950
This bag probably has a smaller capacity than the average bookbag used, say, by a high school student but more capacity than a child's bookbag. I really like the size because it isn't too unweildy to use in place of a handbag, and I like to carry a lot in my handbag. I guess it would depend on whether you want to take lots of diapers and changes of clothes or a more modest amount. For example, I wouldn't include regular-size box of baby wipes in it.
266347
It is a great bag for college. It is one if the only 5.11 backpacks that had a dedicated laptop pouch and still has plenty of room for books and folders.
1302003
Hi Luke, yes this bag would for sure hold a text book and a spiral notebook or two depending on how wide. Very roomy, but not bulky.
1378688
It's great for carrying a laptop, but it can fit maybe 2-3 large 1" thick textbooks as well. There's a lot of pockets in the second zipper compartment for pens and such. So yeah, not too bad for a school back pack. There is not much room at the top for anything else though if it is full of books.