Margaret S
Good to be able to wear the bag on my back with confidence after years of people, in different countries, attempting to get into my bag.
Good to be able to wear the bag on my back with confidence after years of people, in different countries, attempting to get into my bag.
This backpack was everything I hoped it would be - lightweight, well designed and robust. It was just the right size to take a rolled up waterproof or thin jacket or cardigan, as well as my other bits and bobs. The outside pockets were just right for holding a standard bottle of water and brilliant for holding the charge pack for my phone while charging on the move. The inside pockets were useful too, including the card protection. But the main advantage is the peace of mind it gives you, when travelling on busy trains or visiting crowded places, knowing that it is almost impossible for anyone to access the bag or try to cut the straps. Another feature that I used many times was detaching one strap and securing the bag around a table or chair leg when stopping for food or drink, rather than keeping the bag clutched to my lap which I used to do. My only criticism is that the padded part of the strap didn't extend as far down as I would have liked, which left the thin, hard unpadded part digging in under my arms. Apart from that I couldn't fault it. It was expensive though, so I am hoping other family members will make use of it on their travels too.
It's small enough for a bag and easy to wear as a backpack, fits dress and jeans. I love it!
Good size, not too big not too small. Great for walking when you need your stuff to be safe.
I got this backpack after almost becoming a victim of theft last winter in London.
I looked online for the best anti-theft brand and I stumbled onto PacSafe. I'm so happy I did. This backpack is big enough to function as my day-to-day backpack. It has just enough compartments and space to fit my tablets and even a windbreaker. It's light, which was a big concern for me. Its water proof-ish. And my favourite thing is the compartment right against my back that I can use for easy access to my phone. I also love that the zipper for the main compartment is also against my back. So even if I don't full engage the zipper tab to the lock mechanism, I still feel that my stuff is safe because to even get at it, someone would have to reach against my back (which I would feel) and fully unzip it around my back (which would be next to impossible for me not to notice when wearing). The only downside I can see is that the backpack is not the most stylish in the world.
I gush about this bag to family because, more than anything, it has afforded me peace of mind when travelling to high theft zones. Additionally, my sister was so impressed with this bag that she's become a Pacsafe convert too and is looking for an anti-theft work backpack as well for her daily commutes.
I am very happy with my purchase.