![]() ![]() If Béis wants to improve the quality of the bag, the first place it should look is at making it fit more comfortably. That said, the trolley sleeve that allows you to slip the backpack over the telescopic handle of a rolling bag did come in handy for some back relief. Not only did the straps cut into my arms, but the backpack also wasn’t very ergonomic and my shoulders and upper back were feeling the weight after short airport wear. I found the straps to be extremely thin, and they didn’t sit quite right on my shoulders, even when adjusted. Overall, I found The Backpack to be very uncomfortable - my biggest gripe with this cult-favorite item. While we found the backpack to do the trick for some small mishaps and water exposure, we do have concerns about the long-term durability of the bag. If you happen to get something on the bag, like yogurt, you can fairly easily wipe it off but it may take a bit of scrubbing to fully make the stain go away. While it’s not completely waterproof, for light rain showers, the exterior cotton material will repel drops. In our testing, the backpack did a great job at repelling water and everything inside stayed dry. ![]() After all, they need to be able to withstand a passing rain shower while you’re out touring. Good travel backpacks need to be durable. However, depending on what you pack, I could see this bag getting heavy and it wouldn’t be very comfortable given the lack of support it offers. Generally speaking, this backpack is pretty light. This included four days’ worth of clothes, a MacBook Air, TSA-approved toiletries and a pair of travel shoes, along with other miscellaneous travel accessories. When empty, The Backpack weighs 1.8 pounds and when fully packed in my testing, it reached 15.5 pounds. ![]() I was even able to fit a pair of sandals into the main compartment without it feeling overpacked. When I travel, I always use packing cubes to keep things organized and was able to fit two cubes inside the main compartment - one medium and one small - along with a few other things packed in the empty spaces. Alternatively, the backpack is a great option for heading to the gym or work with a planned change in outfit. While you shouldn’t expect the capacity you’ll get with a larger backpack or a rolling suitcase, most people should be able to fit enough clothes for an overnight or two-night stay - or more, like I was able to accomplish. We love that it comes with compression straps like a suitcase to keep everything secure and allows you to pack more. Opposite the smaller pockets is the main packing compartment. I found these pockets most useful for undergarments, jewelry, chargers and other miscellaneous things that you don’t want floating around in the larger compartment. On one side of the opening are two zippered pouches - one with clear plastic and one with mesh. In total, the backpack features 22 liters of packing capacity.īecause the main compartment unzips like a suitcase, I love that you can get a full look at what’s inside. Better yet, the large main compartment opens clamshell-style, allowing you to optimize your packing if you’re using the backpack as a suitcase. In total, it’s got three pockets: a laptop sleeve, a large main compartment and a front compartment for smaller items. What I liked most about this backpack was its packing structure. It’s got a great system for packing efficiently However, if the backpack is packed to its capacity, you may have a hard time fitting it under the seat in front of you - particularly if you’re on a smaller, regional airplane. It measures 13 inches by 19 inches by 5.5 inches, so it’s big enough to fit your belongings for a quick trip but not so big that it inhibits your traveling. When I tested out The Backpack on a recent trip, I was pleased that I was able to comfortably fit the backpack under the seat in front of me. In other words, you could bring both a roller carry-on bag and your backpack with you (if your ticket allows, of course). As many travelers, like me, will use this backpack when traveling by air, it does meet many airlines’ size requirements for being both a carry-on and a personal item. Size-wise, The Backpack ticks most of the boxes. Ultimately, this is a middle-of-the-road backpack option for travelers of all kinds - from students to hostel-goers, luxe vacation-goers and everyone in between. The Backpack is nearly a testament to that mission: it’s chic, it’s somewhat functional in use (I’ll get to that) and at $88, it’s far from the priciest travel backpack out there. When actress Shay Mitchell created the Béis brand in 2018, she dreamed of bringing a line of travel products to the market that are chic, functional and affordable. Your CNN account Log in to your CNN account ![]()
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