Targus Slam Backpack (RG0319)

Rating:
Summary: Excellent Bag with LOTS of Space
Review: I bought this backpack to allow myself to travel around my college campus and keep all my books and supplies with me. This bag is more than up to the challenge.

It will carry 3 2" 3-ring binders, 3 textbooks, 1 lab manual, 1 personal book, an endless barrage of cables, cords, and accessories for my computer, pens, pencils, and just about everything you could possibly need. The front flap is elasticized, which makes it very convenient for carrying thin, light-weight items like the daily paper, or a spiral notebook. Targus recommends this space for a jacket, but I feel that this space is a bit small, especially in colder climates.

One word of caution, however. The bag will hold a large load, but be careful not to carry too much, as this bag can probably hold more than most people can carry.

Rating:
Summary: Very nice Notebook Backpack
Review: I had been carrying my notebook computer in a standard notebook case (not a backpack) and began deciding to leave my notebook at home instead of deal with the discomfort of carrying it through an airport or large building. Someone recommended that I try a Targus backpack, and I have not regretted switching a bit.

The RG0322 Matrix is a great Backpack. The shoulder straps are well padded and distribute the weight very well. There is plenty of room inside to hold everything I need to carry with me, while not causing my arms to ache after a short walk with it.

I know people with other brands of notebook bags that have had problems with zippers coming apart. The zippers on this bag seem to be very durable, and after using it for about 6 months I have no complaints with the quality of construction.

When traveling on quick overnight trips the bag is roomy enough to carry my notebook and all it's accessories, any paperwork I need for business meetings, clothes and toiletries. It wouldn't replace a suitcase for a long trip, but for the quick overnighter, this is not a bad bag.

I thought I would feel uncomfortable replacing my 'briefcase style' notebook bag with a backpack. I was concerned that it might not look as business-like as it could. After I bought the Targus backpack I started noticing how many other business travelers also carried notebook backpacks, and realized my concerns were wrong.

The Targus Matrix backpack is a great product at a reasonable price. If I had to go back and do it again, I would buy the same thing.

Rating:
Summary: Backpack meets expectations
Review: I have purchased a 15" Widescreen laptop a few months back and was looking for something new to carry the computer in. I previously used a computer carrying case, but felt this was limiting how much other stuff I could carry. With a rebate on Amazon available, this backpack was very attractive to buy. I went ahead, and I can't be happier. Again, I just wanted something to carry extra stuff in, and this provides many extra pockets and storage locations. Other people may have more specific needs than I, but if you just need something comfortable for carrying a laptop (up to 15") and a few other things, then this backpack is perfect.

Rating:
Summary: Rebate problems
Review: It is a nice product, but don't assume you will get the rebate without having to submit all your information more than once. If you use the rebate in calculating the cost, you are apt to be disappointed.

Rating:
Summary: A MBA student
Review: Pros:
Great Price
High quality
Many small pockets

Cons:
Divider may add the backpack weight
No a bottle holder
the little cd backpack has only one connector in front. It should has two connector

It is a good Backpack. This backpack can hold my two textbooks with 1,000+ pages each. Also, I carry my notebook around. It perfectly fits with Dell Inspiron 1150.

The only disadvantage that I found is that there is no bottle pocket. You can only hold a can but not a bottle.

Rating:
Summary: only one good quality
Review: The only good thing about this bag is the size. It is able to hold a large laptop and a few text books plus a few other little things. What is a turn down is the lack of water resistance. In one single down poor, water leaked into the bag and caused damage to the contents. One test book is completely water logged and the others have large amounts of damage. The customer service stinks. When I filled out their little comment/warranty form online, a massage said a reply would be sent within 2 days. It took them 5. It's been 2 days since I have responded to the reply, which didn't address my issue, and I haven't heard word from them. Once I return the bag to the store, I will look to buy from another company with a similar size of bag.



Rating:
Summary: Great so far
Review: Two months with this bag an it's still getting me to school. I haven't had any reliability issues.
The good:
1) It'll hold everything. I carry so many books to school I used to carry a backpack and a laptop case. Now I just have this bag.
2) Big straps to hold the load.
3) Lots of compartments to help devide up and secure the stuff.
4) Padded back
The Bad:
1) Laptop sits between your back and your load. It's padded, but this doesn't stop the weight of the load from resting on your computer. It should be a hard case.
2) Big straps that are too wide to leave much room for flexibility in the arms.
3) Useless little mesh pockets.
4) Deviders aren't flexible.

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