KABIG

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I wanted to use this backpack as a travel backpack for weekend trips for my sport, and to be able to take my equipment1 on a bike. The only problem is it was TOO big to fit underneath the storage compartment, or to bike. I ended up returning this one to get the Kaban (the regular sized bag). But overall this bag is HUGE and has so much space for everything you might need. Only thing I wish it had were a couple more big stash pockets, and a waist belt!

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

Great backpack overall. I was decently surprised by how large the backpack actually was, but I can't complain about that! Fits in with my biking routine and student life, can't wait to use this for extended traveling in the near future.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

Elegant,sleek and spacious.Best bag I own for now.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I use this bag to carry everything an engineering student could need be it mounds of books or my laptop. Some say the laptop compartment is just a bit too small for their PC and to those people I say, cut out the pointless pull strap mechanism for pulling up your laptop. It opens up an extra amount of space at the bottom allowing, potentially, a 17 inch laptop to fit inside. This bag is superbly built and looks quite sharp, I wholeheartedly recommend it.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I use this backpack every day commuting to work carrying my laptop and my gym clothes and shoes and lunch box, there is even enough room for me to roll and place my rain or thin dawn jacket on top of everything.

It also looks very stylish, one of the best-looking north face bags so far.

However, this backpack doesn't have enough compartments to organize stuff. there are some pockets in front section but not enough. I wish it had an easily accessible pocket on top for keys and wallet. there are two side pockets but they are too deep and I have to dig deep to my find my keys.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

This is one of the best looking backpacks I've seen or owned. I absolutely love its mix of beauty and braun. I bought the black one partly because I really liked the internal contrasting color (orange/mustard). It's very roomy and has good organizational pockets. If you pack right, this bag can be perfect for a weekend or more. I don't know how I feel about the laptop pocket... you'll either love it or hate it. I wish TNF would make a carbon copy of this bag in a smaller size - it's little brother, the Kaban, is a tad too small and lacks the external pockets I've come to love and depend on in this bag.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

when you try to fit a laptop that is above 15" it is just an inch off from fitting and it is just lazy. The fact that such a large company could make a mistake like this is outrageous. I can not recommend this backpack if you are looking for a bag that you can have a larger laptop in. The bag itself seemed very well done but this is a deal breaker especially after it is said the laptop sleeve is 11"x17".

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I researched a bunch of travel bags. I travel a lot and don't like to have to check baggage, so I try to fit all my stuff in a backpack. I love the design of this bag, it has a big main compartment that has a clamshell opening, which makes packing/unpacking so easy. It's the primary reason I purchased this bag. The overall design is very modern, the compartments are very practical and well thought out. Overall, this is an amazing bag that I definitely recommend!

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I've got several problems for the backpacks with the seperate laptop compartment as some of them would "unzip" themselves. And if I don't pay attention to them, my laptop will simply hit the ground. I love the design of this one because the zip only opens to a certain level without going all the way. I also like the fact when I stack stuff into the bag, it gets bigger vertically, not horizontally as I've always found myself as a ninja turtle once I put much stuff in the backpack either for daily use or traveling purpose.

Comments about TheNorthFace KABIG:

I was highly excited about this bag- I thought it was literally the perfect bag made from the description and specs. In theory it should be right? Separate padded laptop compartment with shoulder straps, and not waist straps. It allows you to have a big bag for all your stuff throughout the day (like most professionals or students in a major city) without having to feel you're carrying a hiking bag. Love it.

The design is sleek and modern but I think this is where it faults. The pull out compartment for your devices is unnecessary. It's not like the pockets are so huge and deep that you wont have trouble simply reaching for it. It creates unnecessary use of fabric that just jumbles up at the bottom and takes up space and actually goes against the idea of being "sleek and modern".

The main compartment is a clamshell which is good for traveling, bad for day to day. the bag runs deep but not wide. Meaning you can stack stuff on top of each other vertically, but not horizontally. I don't like this for the day-to-day use in tech. If i were to pack my camera or books, i Would have to stack them on top to make them fit (which is dangerous), or have to open the bag the entire way like luggage. Highly inefficient for a commuter or student who just wants to carry their stuff without having to lay the bag down.

for 41L, it also surprising can hold about 3-4 textbooks deep + 3 inches of files or planners. Than you have a good amount of space on top which in theory you could put a camera bag, or clothes. I dont like to put my shoes or outwear (especially if its raining) on top of books so this just seems like wasted space. In order to be efficient, I would encourage adding a separate compartment, nothing special just a separate space separated by fabric OR allow the bag to go wider/expand horizontally so at least, your not packing stuff on your back.

Cant fit electronics in third compartment.

made for travel- clothes. Not day or for books or students.