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It can serve as a travel backpack, thanks to its built-in trolley sleeve , a daily laptop backpack, or you can add a water bladder to transform it into a hydration backpack for hiking

In contrast, the handle on the Mackenzie packs is notably reinforced with double stitching, and its the only handle along with that of the Pottery Barn Teen Gear-Up Backpack among our picks thats padded, making the bag more comfortable to lift and carry

The width of the straps is sufficient to distribute the weight, but theres not a ton of cushioning

The Kelty Junction 2.0 is a well-constructed, aluminum-framed backpack, with impressive storage considering its smaller frame

The water bottle pockets on The North Face Kaban look great, however, the lack of stretch means the utility really isnt there