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Is there such a thing as a grown up backpack?

September 29, 2010 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more.

L.L. Bean Signature Saltwash Canvas Backpack – $145.00

Comes in Khaki or Black.

First question.  Can a backpack look good?  And a follow up:  Do you have to be college aged or younger to carry it?

Here’s what I do know.  I wish I had one of these L.L. Bean Signature Saltwash Canvas Backpacks last Friday, when on my day off I decided to take an early fall spin around the city with my black Sun Bicycles cruiser.  I ended up at our local high-end organic food co-op.  Their beer selection is incredible, and after purchasing a six pack or Rogue Red, a 22 oz big bottle of Full Sail Sanctuary Belgian Style Dubbel, plus a sixer of Dry Soda for those alcohol free nights, I had quite the load to get back to the home offices.

Which by the way are up on a hill.  And my only option for lugging this liquid cargo happened to be my favorite duffel bag.

By the time I got up that hill and home I thought my weight bearing shoulder was going to fall off.  The bottles all made it back in one piece, but I’m still not so sure about my rotator cuff.  I needed not one, but two shoulder straps.

The detailed customer reviews online are mixed, with one saying the bag is a dream come true, and the other being disappointed.  But those first two questions still stand.  Is there such a thing as a stylish, grown up backpack?  And if so… is this it?  I’ll leave it up to you guys, so leave your answers in the comments section.  If you’ll excuse me, I need to wash down a few more ibuprofen with another bottle of Rogue.
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The Hilfiger Fieldhouose 18" Duffel - $71.99

Filed Under: Accessories, Travel Tagged With: backpack, Canvas Bag, L.L. Bean Signature, luggage, rucksack

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