One of these was given to me a few years ago. It had been well used by then but still held up for two years of more rough use. When it finally gave out I was sad. I didn't have internet at the time and had no idea i could get another one until recently. I got mine yesterday and its all I remember my first one to be. Light weight, sturdy and small, but it still had the carrying convienince of a full size back pack. Excellent product.