It is a great backpack build good, made study and durable. Built to last. Now I don't know if I can say the same for the handle and wheels, because just like other brands or all other brands it is the first to malfunction, break, or miss up. So I hope this brand is different and it will last a long time hoping at least 3 years or more. Also on a side note to High Sierra, for future backpacks. If they could make one where the wheels are easier to navigate. The backpack tips over for my 13 year old because he is in a rush.
The perfect rolling backpack for my 6th Grader. Due to Covid, the school lockers are off-limits, so my son's regular backpack was too heavy to keep carrying all his books in every day. The Powerglide offers so much more space, & the padded laptop sleeve is great. He loves it & is looking forward to using it when we travel again. Very smooth rolling wheels, the handle is easy to use, as well as sturdy, & the material is high quality. It has weight to it due to the handle's frame, but he has no trouble maneuvering it. Highly recommend!
Loved it! Perfect size and sturdy! It feels quality and I was able to fit in two weeks worth of stuff. I didn't have any problems with it being a carry-on because it's a backpack style luggage.
I’ve only used the backpack once so far, so it may be early for a review, but for this first use I gave the backpack 4 stars because it did what I needed it to do: stored my laptop and power cord in a waterproof padded compartment, and I put a wireless keyboard and my full medium-sized purse in the main compartment with plenty of room to spare. The wheels glide smoothly down the sidewalks of NYC, very maneuverable.
One thing I will note is that I am a petite woman at 5’2”, and my first impression was that it looked like it would be gigantic if I wore it as a backpack. It’s really almost like a small piece of carry-on luggage. When I had all my things in it I didn’t even try to put it on my back, it definitely was too heavy for my frame to carry comfortably for a 15-block walk (it was raining, so I considered it, but it held up well and everything stayed dry).
Overall I’m pleased with the purchase and hope it holds up to extended use!
This replaces an overworked one that just got worn out. I haven't had it for long -- it carries CDs etc. back and forth to my radio show, and it's heavy, thus the choice of a wheeled bag. It replaces an earlier version that I just wore out.
Bought this for my 13 yr old daughter and she is so happy with it. It’s has enough room for all her school supplies and she likes that the backpack straps are hidden inside a zipper so she’s not dragging it. Quality is great and the price is really good compared to other ones. Thanks High Sierra!