My current backpack tends to fall over easily with the laptop inside. Does this backpack have a decent base and stand up very well?
30064
Me too. My problem is the same. For this reason I don't like this targus product. I don't know what happened with the design.
30065
Mine has just fallen and it is not even full right now. I normally prop it up against the wall, or in a chair against a table when loading and unloading it. The functionality otherwise is excellent and FAR outweighs this slight.
533875
The base does not fold, so if the backpack is large enought to take the rectangular base and wheels it should be ok.
904652
It appears to be well padded and the laptop is secure. Because it is a lighter bag, you are probably less likely to drop it; I've dropped others in the past because they were heavy. I haven't dropped this one yet so I don't know for sure.
969639
I'm very happy with mine. I have had no problems. It does have little "feet" on the back that raise the back of the computer a little, but I personally like that. This was a good buy!
1799517
Unless you tip it or knock it backwards, it should be all right. Because of the lip in the front and the pads at the perimeter, it is pretty secure and the lap top does not move. I use a 15" Mac Book Pro on the stand and I have no problems.
1043095
No, it stands up very well. I bought it for my granddaughter who's in college and she loves it. She got it for Christmas and uses it daily. I asked her how she liked it and she said it has been great.
1555333
It's perfect for that. I have this backpack for the last 4 months and I carry in it Asus zenbook 13", iPad 3rd generation and 2 notebooks+1book, and there's room for more!
2271161
No. The unit is not sturdy enough to hold anything with some weight to it. A laptop and your notes are pretty much the only thing you want on there.
35113
For the past year, I have used the Jansport Driver 8 backpack. I have never experienced a problem with the bottom collapsing, even with it loaded down by multiple heavy textbooks and a laptop. It wont tip if the largest compartment carries the most weight. However, it will tip if the front compartments have the most weight.
904784
Yes, there is a stabilizer in the bottom. But at times, to be specific (50% of time), it falls off. Its better if its leaning against the wall. I carry my laptop usually, but even if its slants down there is good support in the front / back of the bag so there not a percentage chance of any damage. I personally like this backpack.
1783401
It is a bit heavy, however it does have a great deal of room for laptop, Ipad or tablet. Lot's of other room for notebooks etc. I carry mine all over the country. Ruggedly built and will stand up to abuse in my opinion.
35680
My husband has a 17.3 laptop which he carries in his without any problem. It doesn't come with padding to protect it though.
884987
It's very sturdy. I have a 17" laptop. It hangs over a little on each side, but is still steady on the lap.
465085
Hi, My husband and I both think YES. It accomodates my laptop very well and it's 5 years old so is not light.
282929
Yes, it's huge and sturdy. The laptop pocket is great with lots of cushion for protection.
1387506
I have had many items in this bag and have stood it upright and it hasn't fallen over.. But maybe I had the right amount of items in that just didn't cause it to tip over. Just remember that you can always lean it against something of it comes down to you being worried about it needing to be stabilized.
35111
Yes, it does tip over when loaded especially if the weight is towards the front rather than towards the back. Mine does tip over. The bottom is very sturdy. Though, if you overload your backpack, the exposed bottom portion of the middle section can wear out if rubbed against the ground because it isn't protected.