timbuk2 one love backpack Authority 17" Laptop Deluxe and a thoughtful internal organizer keeps key accessories safe and at the ready Timbuk2 OS One Love San

Desired Improvements: My one and only complaint: the buckle on the sternum strap is not the traditional side-release buckle

Likes Wide hip belt and stiff frame provide excellent load transfer to hips External frame promotes a more erect posture and less energy expenditure Easy to lash bulky objects or gear to top and bottom of the frame with webbing or ski straps Fold-over top pocket is much easier to use than a floating lid Dislikes There's 1 pocket that could hold a water bottle, but it's unreachable when the pack is worn No hip belt pockets No webbing straps included for lashing gear to frame Difficult to attach gear to sides of the pack, like foam pads or skis Shoulder pads are not female-friendly

In theory, its nice that the Cotopaxi comes with a rain fly, especially if youll be using it for longer walks outdoors although the much lighter padding on the straps means its not a pack Id want to wear for longer periods of time anyway

I couldnt really get good pictures of all the colors at once

The winner was the AmazonBasics Carry -On Travel Backpack, a streamlined yet roomy pack that received the highest marks for comfort