JanSport Right Pack Backpack

The JanSport Right Pack is the bag that started it all. Before daypacks were common, students would carry their books in their hands. It wasn’t until the 1970’s where students began using JanSport hiking backpacks as school bags. This led JanSport to introduce the Right Pack, one of the world’s first lightweight nylon daypacks.

Little has changed since the original Right Pack design. JanSport did a great job at keeping the Right Pack’s classic silhouette as well as all of its small details such as a suede bottom and matching zipper pulls. Today you’ll find a couple of modern upgrades such as a laptop sleeve in the main compartment and a utility pocket with an organizer for small daily items.

What we like

• Iconic heritage design that doesn’t go out of style

• Roomy main compartment that is perfect for lugging around a day’s worth of school books and gear.

What we don’t like

• Like many older brands who have outsourced production, quality isn’t what it used to be despite the heritage design.

• No side pockets for water bottles

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 18” H x 13” W x 8.5” D

• Capacity: 31L

• Material: 915D Cordura & Leather Suede Bottom

• Weight: 1 lb 4 oz

• Laptop Compartment: Up to 15”

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JanSport Big Student Backpack

As one of JanSports larger backpack models, we have always considered the JanSport Big Student to be the big brother of the popular Jansport Superbreak. Unlike the Superbreak’s 25 liter capacity the Big Student touts a hefty 34 liters plus a wide array of pockets, organizers and even two main compartment instead of just one. Simply put, the Big Student is a true school backpack with enough organization and pockets to satisfy today’s busy students.

Where the JanSport Big Student falls short is in the lack of a dedicated laptop sleeve. With more and more students relying on technology throughout their day it seems like an obvious oversight. But in recent years JanSport has introduced the Digital Student Laptop Backpack which is essentially the JanSport Big Student with a laptop sleeve. Even without a laptop compartment we consider to the Big Student to be one of JanSport’s best backpacks for school and one of our favorite school bags of any brand.

What we like

• At under $50 it’s a good value for the price.

• Good design - One of our favorite school backpacks

• Ergonomic shoulder straps and padded back keeps the Big Student comfortable enough to lug around heavy books all day.

What we don’t like

• Multiple main compartments means each compartment has less room for storage (vs one large main compartment). In terms of carrying capacity, there is not as much room as you think.

• No laptop compartment

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 17.5” H x 13” W x 10” D

• Capacity: 34L

• Material: 600D Polyester

• Weight: 1 lb 8 oz

• Laptop Compartment: No

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JanSport Superbreak Backpack

The JanSport Superbreak is the brand’s best selling backpack and it’s easy to see why. The bag was originally introduced in the 80’s as a school bag and has since been one of Jansport most popular and iconic designs.

The design behind the JanSport Superbreak is simple; one large main compartment and one smaller front pocket. That’s it. The lack of bells and whistles is part of why the Superbreak is so beloved. But if you want features like a dedicated laptop compartment, water bottle pockets and organizers then the Superbreak is not for you and we recommend checking out the JanSport Big Student instead.

What we like

• Inexpensive - proof that a reliable backpack doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg.

• Durable material and construction allows the bag to last through years of use

What we don’t like

• No laptop sleeve means you’ll have to lug around electronics in the main compartment with everything else.

• No side pockets for water bottles

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 16.7” H x 13” W x 8.5” D

• Capacity: 25L

• Material: 600D Polyester

• Weight: 12 oz

• Laptop Compartment: No

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