Chose this backpack for school, traveling, and the occasional weekend trip. As a college student I need something to lug around textbooks, my laptop, and whichever else I need to move from one end of campus to another.
Right after the backpack arrived, I used it as my carry-on for a two-week trip to Japan. The trip consisted of walking around all day, every day. Most days I used the pack to hold my jacket and anything I happened to pick up. The trip was a good break in for it and gave me a chance to get to know it.
PROS: Lots of available space, more than meets the eye, with two large main compartments to keep things organized. The front pocket is great for electronics and other small items, and the front zipper pocket under the High Sierra patch works well for boarding passes, etc. This backpack easily extends out for bulky items, but naturally stays folded up when there isn't much in it, meaning that it doesn't always look bulky. The compartments are useful, and the pockets on the side easily hold a medium-sized water bottle. It is easily cleaned, quick to dry, and the material doesn't fade. The color (gray with an orange dot matrix) is pleasing and unique without being obnoxious, but take that as you want. i didn't want another blue backpack, and it seems that everyone else has a black backpack. This one will catch your eye. The zippers and straps are solid, and the straps are comfortable. Overall it feels high-end and ready to handle whatever you throw at it (or in it). I have yet to test it in the rain, so there's an update in the works for how it keeps things dry on the inside.
CONS: Not many that I can see as of yet. I'm still getting used to not having a media pocket, which is quite convenient for accessing small items without having to look at or actually open the backpack. The front organizer gets the job done, but you have to open the front instead of reaching into a little pocket at the top.
Overall it's a solid choice. I got this because I had a High Sierra from seventh grade through all of high school. I got rid if it my first year in college in favor of a cheap one when something was spilled in it. I regretted not getting another High Sierra, as the cheap one didn't even make it two academic years. I'm sure this one will last much longer.
I recommend the High Sierra Tactic. Make sure you get it in Gray and Orange.
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From the manufacturer
High Sierra Tactic shown in black
Adventure High Sierra
High Sierra designs feature-rich, versatile adventure lifestyle gear for adventurers everywhere. Since our founding in 1978, we’ve committed ourselves to creating durable, affordable product with distinctive details, delivering the freedom to go anywhere—near or far, on roads or trails, on mountain ridges or snowy slopes, no matter what form your adventure takes. High Sierra. Adventure This Way.
Awesome looking, built tough and feature packed
The High Sierra Tactic backpack has progressive styling that looks great on the trail or in the boardroom. This pack has enough room for all of your activities and the multi-compartment design will keep all of your gear organized. All of your digital equipment has a spot and is well protected. If you pack heavy, the Tactic features suspension shoulder straps, a padded back panel and adjustable compression straps to keep everything secure and comfortable.
- Laptop compartment (fully padded)
- Tablet sleeve
- Mesh beverage pocket
- Multi-compartment design
- Padded S-shaped shoulder straps with Suspension System.
- Multi-pocket organzier with key fob
- Padded back panel
- Adjustable side compression straps
- Padded bottom panel
- Monster hook
- Media pocket integrated on shoulder strap
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Multi-compartment designLarge main compartments and multiple pockets allow you to keep all of your gear secure and organized. |
Laptop and tablet storageA fully padded CushionZone laptop compartment accommodates most 17-inch models. A dedicated TechSpot sleeve provides an ideal space for your tablet. |
Shoulder straps with Suspension SystemThe Suspension System provides relief when carrying heavier loads. It does so by dampening the shock of weight transfer while transporting your gear. |
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Premium Organizer with key fobMultiple pockets including a zippered mesh pocket, pen pockets, lidded media pocket and key fob hook are perfect for keeping all of your smaller items secure. |
Padded back panelPadding in the back panel provides comfort when carrying your gear. |
Integrated media pocketA clever mesh pocket located on the shoulder strap is ideal for quick access items like a cell phone or MP3 player. |
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| Price | — | — | $44.99 | — | $46.96 | — |
| Capacity | 1800 cu. in. | 2382 cu. in. | 2015 cu. in. | 2380 cu. in. | 2230 cu. in. | 2750 cu. in. |
| Laptop storage | --- | --- | --- | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tablet storage | --- | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Padded shoulder straps | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Suspension System shoulder straps | --- | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Padded back panel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| AIRFLOW back panel | --- | --- | --- | --- | ✓ | ✓ |
| Organizer with key fob | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adjustable compression straps | --- | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Price | Currently unavailable. | -36% $35.99 List: $55.99 | $39.99 | $35.07 | $97.99 | $34.99 |
| Delivery | — | Get it as soon as Tuesday, May 7 | Get it May 20 - 24 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 | Get it as soon as Tuesday, May 14 | Get it as soon as Saturday, May 11 |
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| Sold By | — | Spreetail | EBUYLUGGAGE INC | Amazon.com | MDSstore | Amazon.com |
| size | 19 x 12.5 x 10.5-Inch | One Size | 18.5 x 12.5 x 8.5-Inch | One Size | 18" | One Size |
| outer material | Polyester | Polyester | — | Polyester | Polyester | Polyester |
| closure type | Zipper | Zipper | Zipper | Zipper | Zipper | Zipper |
| weight | 2 pounds | 1.54 pounds | 15 ounces | 1.15 pounds | — | 1.15 pounds |
| water resistance | water resistant | not water resistant | — | water resistant | not water resistant | water resistant |
| pattern | Solid | Solid | — | Solid | Solid | — |
| style | Tactic Backpack | Swoop Sg Backpack | Curve Backpack | High Sierra Essential Backpack | Backpack | High Sierra Essential Backpack |
| strap type | Shoulder Strap | Backstraps | Shoulder Strap | Padded Strap | Adjustable | Padded Strap |
Reviews with images
You feel like you're saving money until it breaks twice a year.
This backpack lasted about half a year, but the right shoulder strap eventually broke. The mesh pockets also quickly lost their stretchiness, so things could fall out of them. Overall, the build quality is low and it's not worth saving money on this backpack when it means you'll have to replace it several times in the lifetime of a more expensive and well-built item. I do not plan to purchase from this company again. 2 stars because it was a decent backpack while it lasted.
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Cliente de Amazon
Muy bonita pero no tan espaciosa como parece en las fotos.
Reviewed in Mexico on August 24, 2018
dlev
I found this backpack to be unwearable because it didn't ...
Reviewed in Canada on August 14, 2017
