Reviews for Thule Crossover Backpack

I've tried a number of various backpacks in the past. Some were issued from work, some I bought, some I even got at technology conferences. The biggest gripe I've always had with most of them was - if they were spacious enough to hold a 17 inch laptop they were typically too big. Navigating New York subway every day with something of that size has always been a challenge. Also the spacious ones tended to be fairly loose, lacking any frame. If they were small enough all I'd be able to fit into it was the 13'' macbook.

This backpack (which I suspect was specifically designed for Macbook Pro) is a whole different story. It's as big as you want it to be. The side straps ensure that you can vary the depth of the bag. The construction is superb. Let me reiterate this point - it's on par with the cream of the crop of the industry (i.e. Osprey, Samsonite, Lowepro). Material feels splendid and sturdy, front pocket has what looks like taped seams and waterproof zipper, the straps are exceptionally comfortable and the back of the backpack has an EVA-foam-like (not sure of the exact material) frame that feels very solid adding sturdiness to the back but not weight. I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a laptop bag.

PRO's
- Mac like build quality
- Crush proof Safe Zone
- You can clean your sun glasses/ iPhone screen with the material in Safe Zone
- Side straps prevents open flap to 'dangle',
- Easy access to laptop
- When you bend down, with straight legs, the bag does not come sliding down to the back of your head.

CONS
- Would prefer hard cushioning (like the safe zone) at the bottom where the laptop is.
- 20l is a bit tight.
- If Safe Zone is full (phone, Hard Drive etc) it kind off gets in the way, nothing major.

It is very lightweight, durable.

I mostly like the way it sits and fits on my back the most: it's as if I'm carrying no weight compared to another similar-weighted backpack. Fits really well in a plane under the seat.

What I like the second most is the layout of the pockets: easy to access all items and they stay organized well. The space is enough to fit my computer, charger, and other papers, pens, kindle, cell phone+charger.

I was about to get the Incase Nylon: smaller and lighter-weight (but not by much). Overall, I am glad I got this bag instead.

Withstood a ~3-5 min downpour with no problem.

I have had this bag for over a year now and its construction is amazing. I use it every day and it has seen many rainy and snowy days yet has kept all the contents dry. I love the crushproof compartment for phone and sunglasses. I highly recommend this bag to everyone. It is well worth the price, as the old saying goes, "You get what you pay for".

Like I said OUTSTANDING! It has a place for everything. I use this mainly for work, and it makes my life much easier on the road. The heat molded case for phones and sunglasses is perfect. I cant tell you how many times a day i used to struggle to find them in my old pack. (good place for keys and gps as well) I highly recommend this for anybody looking to safely store your electronics. It is also very ergonomic and comfortable to carry all day. GREAT job Thule!

If I had to rate this backpack on the quality of the material, it would probably be a five, but whoever designed this backpack did not even consider ease of use. First of all, the backpack is very small, and the small pocket to protect your fragile items sticks way into the main compartment of the backpack. Over time this nuisance gets more and more noticeable, when you are trying to quickly reach in and get something. Also, the water bottle holders on the sides are awful. Your water bottle will not stay in without a carabiner. Another fault I see in this backpack, is the fact that there is no strap for the laptop sleeve, so if your backpack falls upside down, your laptop is going to take the full impact. All and all, this backpack has its good and bad qualities, but I feel like the bad's outweigh the good's for this backpack. For a $100 backpack, you can get a ton more bang for your buck.

This backpack is all around great. It is very protective for both a computer and an ipod/sunglasses. It is also sleek, comfortable, and stylish. The only downside is it is slightly smaller than I expected, and is a little pricey. Overall, its an amazing backpack though.

This is a great compact bag that hold way more than you would expect. The sunglass container is a great feature but it does get in the way a little when you open the main compartment. For me, that's no big deal. It easily hold my 11" Macbook Air, iPad 2, and about 1/2 dozen larger sized books. The secondary compartment has well thought out organizational pockets. The side water bottle holders are a little on the small size but do well with a 20oz. bottle or smaller. I do wish they had a cell phone compartment that had easy access. As it is now you have to take the pack off to unzip and get your phone out. Very well constructed with top quality material. The straps are comfortable unless you have broad shoulders, then they digs in slightly. best bag in it's class that I have seen.

When I was in 3rd grade was the last time I bought a backpack. My dad won a really nice bag so I used it from 3rd grade to my senior year of high school. During my senior year I had to cary so many books and my bag ripped but I still used it till I graduated. Now I need a bag to last me from my freshman year of college and then on. So I knew it was a good idea not to get a cheap bag and look for something that would last for a long time. I saw this bag and knew right then this was the bag to get, and I was so right about this bag. This bag is so much more sturdy then the bag I had so I knew right then this would last longer. I took this to my USF college orientation it started raining and its Florida rain and not one rain drop made it in my bag not one. I cant recommend this bag enough its definitely going to last me a long time.

I received my back yesterday from Apple. This backpack is a great fit light weight. durable and many features that as a commuter in NYC as myself needs. Appropriate size and compartments I have several TUMI bags and they do not compare.I would highly recommend it for city commuter to the business person and everyone in between.Stylish and great workmanship!!!!!!!!!!!!!