I gave up on my DJ bag style bag. I loved how it looked but hated the back pain that resulted from me carrying too much stuff.

I also love my new backpack. I fill it up with heavy things and put it on my back and it feels like there's almost nothing in it. It has a pocket for my laptop and this pouch that fits my umbrella perfectly.

I know that adults carrying backpacks look goofy, but you know what, you look pretty goofy with the back pain.

This is a good backpack for anyone who likes to pack a lot of things for class. If anyone is a Science or Math major, this is good because they have to haul big books to and from class. This has a slot for their laptop, too, so they can carry everything they need. Handy pockets inside and out provide a place for a water bottle (hopefully a reusable one) and other necessities. North Face always makes great and long lasting backpacks. (via sciencegeek)