I searched around for a bit trying to find an affordable backpack that would fit all of the books, binders, and notebooks that I needed for my 6 college classes. I searched online and saw that this one and the JanSport BIG were on the "top backpacks" list. So I read a little bit about the JanSport BIG backpack, and a lot of reviewers said it felt rather cheap. I thought that it looked kind of cheap as well. Then I looked at the cubic inches of storage...there is no comparison. JanSport big had 2100 cubic inches of storage while this backpack at 2700+. So I ordered the High Sierra.

I received this (free next day shipping!) and started loading it up. First I was wondering if everything would fit, then I unzipped another zipper and found a different compartment that held everything else! I fit a large notebook, three 3-ring binders, and 6 textbooks in it (four large, two medium sized). So far I love it. It is comfortable, feels very sturdy and well-made, and the lifetime warranty makes me feel confident in my purchase. There are pockets and pouches everywhere for anything you could possibly think to put in them. Since I have 5 classes in a row this semester, one of those may end up being a lunch pocket!

My only complaint is that the zippers are a bit difficult to zip sometimes around the rain guard or whatever the little flap is that covers them. But definitely not anything to complain about.

Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with my purchase. Would definitely recommend this product.