I have used alot bags for traveling. I even used a trash bag for my clothes and etc cause a cat pissed on my bag. I have moved up these days by using Dakine bags that are essential to your everyday or even special occassion uses. For the student in need of space for a laptop, and some books, clean and managable space for traveling or us skateboarders that need to carry some extra product on a trip it does the job. For a light-weight bag with many different styles for every individual Dakine backpacks are a great pick. – W. Gabourel