Large Backpack Big Student Color Black

So I have been using a messenger bag for the last year, but decided to switch back to a traditional backpack because my back has been killing me. As a grad school student I needed a bag with multiple compartments, and enough room for several heavy binders and books. I had this backpack when I was in highschool (go '04!), and I used to love it so I decided to give it a second go. I still have the old one but it's covered in Sharpie designs.Although I just got this bag in the mail today I can say a few things. Will update the post in a few months.1. It has plenty of room! More than I remembered. I can easily fit my laptop sleeve, 2 binders, multiple notebooks, and other misc objects.2. The zipper is currently annoying- it gets stuck on the inner lining, but I suspect this is because the bag is brand new. Over time I imagine everything will loosen up.3. It is very lightweight- so you are not adding extra weight on top of all the junk you have to carry.4. I am slightly disappointed that the material has changed from the older model. It feels a bit thinner, and the bottom of the bag isn't double lined to insure extra support for carrying heavy things, BUT the bag looks to be made well, and with the company promise I'll just request another if this one breaks.5. The straps will need to be broken in for sure. They do have an internal padding for comfort, but it all feels stiff at the moment.6. I chose the gray- which is pretty similar to the online description image so I'm pleased. Dark enough to hide dirt, but not another black bag added to the collection.7. A main reason I liked this backpack back then was the pencil case that still is present in this one. It's right up front (top zipper) so I never felt like I was digging for something to write with.SO.. yes I do feel a bit dorky as this bag is clearly designed for a highschool student (not really stylish by any means), but I can already carry twice as much as my Patagonia messenger so I'm happy.JANSPORT! Could you possibly offer your bags without the large logo smack in the middle? I think the label defers interest.

JanSport please tell me why you would change to those god awful "ergonomic" should straps. I had a backpack that was very similar in size and style as the Big Student but that was back in 1999 and it lasted up until about 2015. That one had the straight wide straps that were perfectly comfortable. These new curved straps are terrible and kill my shoulders with any sort of weight in the bag. Don't get me wrong, the bag itself is nice and roomy and has lots of compartments but the straps are a dealbreaker. Will not buy again. Please go back to the basics.

I have 3 busy boys. When we first bought these backpacks they were starting 4rd, 8th and 11th grades. All 3 of them love the numerous pockets and divisions which help them stay organized. They love the variety of colors and they each picked colors and styles to match their personalities. My middle son is very hard on everything he owns. One year we picked out a $65 backpack (not a Jansport), which he had torn a hole in before the third month of use, this we replaced with yet another brand that faired only better than the original. This is when we decided to try this style. He has now had his backpack for 2 years and I am going to buy him a replacement one to start 10th grade. The top strap is torn and the backpack is dirty and a bit torn on the bottom but considering the child using it, it has held up beyond my expectations (I would have been happy with 1 year and we got 2!!). The other 2 boys, now a 6th grader and a college freshman) are still using their original backpacks and despite offering the college freshman a new backpack, he says his is still good. I think he likes the softer more malleable shoulder straps of his well worn backpack.I bought one for myself and use it when we travel. It easily fits a lot of my travel necesities and all the pockets help me keep our travel papers, laptop and other essentials organized and on hand.

My daughter is a senior in H.My son a freshman. The Big Student style of this brand has multiple pockets; small cellphone size to XL pocket for texts books and a lg pocket for iPads or chrome books. Plus even more room for beats headphones and snacks. JanSport brand even warranties it for life. All you have to do is fill out a form and ship it( it cost me 12$) and they ship it back either repaired or let you pick a new one of equal price. What can I say? It’s perfect!& well worth the 49$ price to purchase👍😀

Incredibly cheap material. You get what you pay for. Jansport, I’ve always used their bags. I just had two stolen from me recently that I had for nearly 40 years combined. (Not kidding). One I purchased in 2003 and the other I got sometime in the late 90s. Secondly, I take very good care of my things. But when I received this in the mail, I wasn’t sure if I had just purchased the cheaper one or if their products really aren’t being made as well anymore. Either way, I was unhappy with this. I see many people with this bag around my campus, so, it must be a hit with others—it just didn’t match my standards.

Perfect for school. Looks big, but by the time books, lunches etc are in, there's just the right amount of space. Appears to be well made and of good quality

Very good strong bag, with lots of pockets, including a side pocket for a drink bottle. We had our previous one for 4 years and it has only just started to fall apart. It is my sons school bag, to takes quite a battering. I would recommend this as a strong hardwearing bag to carry round heavy books in.

Comfortable

Hopefully you can see the attached photos which speak for themselves. The bag was less than two months old when they were taken.I have previously owned the same bag, but this recent purchase does not seem to be of the same quality. The stitching has come undone and one of the zips to the main compartment keeps breaking.I have owned several JanSport bags in the past, but won't be purchasing one again.

Big bag, well designed, the Jansport lifetime warranty is not real.