Can anyone comment on how sturdy this backpack is. My caselogic's straps are falling apart after 6 months of use.
943680
I have had mine three to four months. I use it weekdays to and from work but it is a short use. I have seen no wear on the straps, zippers or lining. I really like it.
943681
i just checked mine. They are holding up great, foam padded. No tears or thread unraveling.
943682
I guess it depends on how you use it. I got this for my sister to carry her 15" laptop. It's great for that. Plenty of space for her accessories and plenty of padding and durable.
943683
I've had this backpack for 5 months I believe and I love it. No negative comments on it. I must say I don't use it everyday but so far everything's good.
497325
I had it for a couple of years and it appears to be holding up OK (no obvious links, failure of seals or cap, brittleness of materials). I only drag it with me when I need the volume so it's getting used 3-4 times a year. It's currently on loan to a trusted buddy. I am fairly careful with it because it's made of materials that could puncture it so I don't pack it next to a spork or put it on the outside of my pack in a spot where a branch could poke it.
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I've been using it for 2 months now, about three days per week. It's SO MUCH space, and many different compartments. I carry A LOT OF HEAVY items, and I'm a petite women with scoliosis. This bag is amazing, somehow the straps are very comfy, sturdy, and makes my bag feel super light, no matter how heavy the items are.
1404942
Seems quite sturdy to me. I have had no trouble with the latch. A friend has a very expensive model and it works just as well as hers.
1413197
Back a couple years ago I had an early version of the bag, and one of the zippers broke. Think Geek replaced it for free, and since then I've had no problems.
1380730
After 6 months of moderate use (twice-daily commutes), the shoulder straps and overall pack are like new. These packs are very well built with strong materials.
1380729
I carry a heavy load in my ibex backpack on a routine basis and have had no issues with the straps giving out or sagging. I can pack a 17" laptop, all the peripherals for it as well as text books, binders and writing instruments without issue. It has great storage capacity and because of the shoulder strap design, it takes some of the stress off of my shoulders when carrying the load wherever I trek. Well made and after 6 years, still a great bag.
957060
Maxpedition is high quality. Had mine for a couple of years now. I carry it 5 days a week and have no issues with materials or workmanship. I expect the pack to last many more years to come.
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I only have the purple one, which is more of a suede material. I think it's very sturdy. The sides aren't stiff, but with containers inside, it keeps its shape. It has both a small handle and a long strap too. I've carried it into work quite a bit and haven't ever had any problems. I hope this helps!
1044964
I have used one of these bags for daily commuting for three years. The only time anything has even hit the spokes is when I forgot to connect one of the hooks. The straps have not been an issue
439853
The straps are really well built, and can handle a lot of weight. The stitching through the body is also really solid and will hold up well. The only possible weak point I see are the attachment points of the D-rings. They're stitched and riveted on, but depending on your strap configuration it sometimes pulls them at odd angles and over time they could start to rip away. But honestly I have mine loaded with school books and nothing looks like it's going to break or tear anytime soon.
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It has good padding....however I am having similar issues now to others with the straps starting seperate at the seems and unraveling. ..just missing my return/replacement by two weeks.... love the back pack but for the amount I paid to already have issue with less then 60 days of use isn't great.
1503060
I haven't had an issue yet with multiple trips to the range. I pack it heavy as well. Nothing has fallen apart yet. I have been very pleased with the bag.
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So far the cases we purchased have not had an issue. It did concern me too, but so far so good. 3 - 6 months now.
215328
I can only tell you it seemed to be a sturdy bag. The velcro section dividers can be rearranged to hold your camera and other items in place. We bought this case for work to move a fingerprint machine from different locations. The buckle straps seemed real sturdy. Hope this helps
2081154
Can not help you on this. The one that I purchase lasted about three months, straps broke and other problems so I toosed it.
594275
This bag is more durable than the one I purchased from Target. I've used this bag for several months now and have had zero rips, tears, or broken straps. I use it to carry soiled work clothes to and from work once a week. Also, I purchased the largest size available and it was way too big, you may want to consider that.