So I'm in the market for a (new) backpack, to carry around laptop, papers, keyboard (in a box), etc.
Currently I'm using a no-name branded one, which has lasted me good, for some 6+ years, but is slowly falling apart.
It'll be used for my usual commution, back and forth to work, to friends and family, so on and so forth.
I usually carry around these items, so it should fit as many as these requirements as possible:
- 14 to 15" laptop space. I don't like big laptops, and wouldn't want to ever carry around one larger than 15", so that will be the size.
- Block of paper. I write notes by hand, and will most always have a block of A4 paper in my bag.
- External mouse.
- Keyboard, in a box. Standard TKL and under. I don't expect it to be an easy fit, but there should be enough space for it.
- Pens. Some 3ish pen-holders would be ideal, I like having easy access to them.
- Smallish things, stuff like usb drives, phone charger, etc.
Extra pockets are a plus, I have a tendency to seriously pack my backpack, if what it can hold, can suffice for a few days trip, or similar.
So yea, I'm looking for something durable, not necessarily cheap, and I'm not in a particular hurry.
I'm not particularly fond of messenger bags, but feel free to suggest one, I want to keep my options open.
International (EU) aquirablility is also a plus, shipping and VAT fees can quickly kill a good deal!
Thanks,