I found the back very well constructed and thought out. I am able to carry my 15in dell laptop with me without any problems. It will hold a 17 in laptop also. It has plent of extra pockets to carry acessories or other small items. It has sufficient room for notebooks and a couple of books also. I my only issue is I wish the it has pinch more room to carry more books or folders. Don't get me wrong it carries more than most other similar notebook backpacks but I currently have aneed to carry around 2 very thick books and a few smaller books. I just have to carry one in hand on those time sI need both just because i personally feel if I stuffed in the backpack it would apply too much pressure on the notebook and potientially cause harm to it. Other than that it is an EXCELLENT backpack and does not give the outwards appearance of a carrying a laptop so does not draw attention.

A+ for laptop backpack
A+ for extra storage room and well thought out design
A- for (personal preference) not giving just pinch more room for books

WOuld buy again if I had to. Last note is that it sits well on your back and does not shift weight while back when riding a bicycle or walking.

Thanks 5 stars

This backpack pretty much rocks. It looks good even when crammed with my college textbooks and my laptop. My only complaint would be that the laptop compartment doesn't feel quite padded enough for my 15" Macbook pro. A simple laptop sleeve would ensure ample protection though. 4 stars

I ordered this bag instead of the Metroid because it wasn't as deep. I'm short and although I can certainly carry the weight of a fully loaded Metroid bag, it makes be hunch over to balance. I think the Politan is built wonderfully and it fits my 14in laptop with expanded 12-cell battery with room to spare; I usually put my geology book in with it. I do think it is a little smaller than I had intended, but it works well for me. It is also distinctive enough that when the professors ask us to place our bags at the front of a (full) three hundred person auditorium, I can spot it easily and no one can steal it. 5 stars

Finally a backpack that my 16 yr old son did not destroy within a month. In fact, he has had this backpack for most of the school year and will be using it again next year. I can't get over the weight that this thing can hold without ripping or falling apart. It comes home stuffed with books every night. This backpack has saved me money since I have not had to make 3 trips to Walmart for new ones like I did last year. I also own an Ogio golf bag which is top quality as well. 5 stars

It is a great backpack. It is very well made, it is sturdy. And it is light, it stands upright by itself, and provides good protection for your laptop. I am happy about it.

Cons: the straps are such that you must use both at the same time. it is not a big deal, but if you like to carry it on your back with just one strap, you will find it not very uncomfortable. 5 stars