This is the perfect smaller bag. I take continuing ed classes at a local university and don't carry loads of books at any given time, but this holds my textbook, notebook, Kindle Fire, pens and other misc. items I need for my classes. The strap is long enough to go across my body, keeping my hands free. It has some handy zipper compartments for zip drives, iPod, etc. and they don't get lost in the bag. Durable and stylish. Love this.