You guys that travel, what is a good backpack out there that isn’t too bulky but has space for a laptop, etc and will last awhile?

I use an Alps Ghost. Been a good bag. Lots of space and tough zippers

I've got an old wenger that I've been using since 2010

I have an Duluth backpack and works well. Has what you want. I would also look at badlands. They have non camo versions with computer cases

This ought to fit your style. 😜

Oakley kitchen sink.

I’ve got a Swiss Gear backpack that has been good for several years. Tons of pockets and compartments without being especially bulky

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I have an Amazon Basics backpack that has lasted about 4 years of travel. One drink pocket has finally gotten a tear but I’ll probably just get the same one if they still make it.

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I just got this a month ago. I have to go to clinic 2 times weekly via UBER since I can’t risk injury or liability from strange side effects and weakness and fatigue and have to have to stay organized and ready to make an immediate exit for an unexpected imaging or test somewhere that said to hurry straight over. The (smallest) 14” Buffalo Leather Backpsck in distressed brown finish. The 14” will be the most attractive one, not dorky at all, and sight unseen will hold more thsn you are asking with plenty of cavernous pockets. Mine easily holds my Ipad pro 12.9” in yet ANOTHER DEDICATED LAPTOP POCKET WITH VELCRO RESTRAINT STRAP so your computer is locked down in place snd padded well.

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That 14” Distressed Brown Buffalo Backpack is your baby, guaranteed.

I carry 4 half liter waters in mine, too. It’ll still not look like it’s overloadednbecause it won’t be.

One suggestion. I carry a tiny little black anodized flashlight tied to the bag so you can reach in SEE the neatly organized items and retrieve your selection rapidly without causing havoc.

Final price $129.99 for leather. This bag doesn’t take shortcuts anywhere.

Got a Targus work gave me. Seems to be holding up well I know the damn thing is getting heavier every day with all the chit I put in it. Plenty of pockets

Swiss with the laptop compartment for the money for sure

x3. Great pack.

I use a Targus as well. I fly over 100K miles a year and take it with me every trip. Mine has a tablet pocket plus a laptop sleeve with a Velcro strap. It has held up exceptionally well.

I carry a Vertx Gamut 2.0. Plenty of space with a dedicated laptop sleeve PLUS it’s got an extremely quick access and concealed holster compartment that will hold any size handgun and extra mags. And it’s also go insert sleeves for optional soft armor plates.

Rtic has a good one

Not sure if you are dead set on a backpack or not but if you will be flying much and want something that will carry anything you need and then some while not being too big,, check out the Patagonia black hole MLC 45 liter. Its one of the most useful bags I own and like all the black hole stuff, is nearly indestructable.

Ogio laptop pack

Swiss Gear