A question for students! :)

**Lady's Human** · 09-21-2008, 04:23 PM

The reason I mentioned the ruck is simple......troops carry around a lot of weight, and they are specifically designed for use over long periods of time. I'd rather have my back intact than make a fashion statement, though some of the newer rucks don't look bad, either.

**finn's mom** · 09-21-2008, 04:26 PM

I prefer the messenger type bags. The shape of them usually seems more conducive to carrying books. That's what I take to school. I'm only taking two classes right now, so I only carry one book and the chapters I need for the other (it's not a typical book, it's loose leaf and you put it in a binder).

In your case, I'd carry a backpack with part of the books and a shoulder type bag for the others. I'd hate to try and put that much in any single bag.

**Sevaede** · 09-21-2008, 07:24 PM

Originally Posted by finn's mom

I prefer the messenger type bags. The shape of them usually seems more conducive to carrying books. That's what I take to school. I'm only taking two classes right now, so I only carry one book and the chapters I need for the other (it's not a typical book, it's loose leaf and you put it in a binder).

In your case, I'd carry a backpack with part of the books and a shoulder type bag for the others. I'd hate to try and put that much in any single bag.

That seems like a good idea.

Because I have four classes and they are all on the same days it would probably be wise to carry a backpack. (My camera and stuffs can be carried in their case.

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**sirrahved** · 09-21-2008, 07:52 PM

I still have two backpacks that I got at old navy when I was in high school. They got me through high school, college, sleepovers, hiking trips... they are so durable!

**Sevaede** · 09-21-2008, 07:14 PM

Originally Posted by Lady's Human

The reason I mentioned the ruck is simple......troops carry around a lot of weight, and they are specifically designed for use over long periods of time. I'd rather have my back intact than make a fashion statement, though some of the newer rucks don't look bad, either.

Indeed, I'd much rather have my backpack as well. And that bag you mentioned does look very durable and very functional.

That way, I wouldn't have to buy several over the course of my college days.

The only reason I mentioned the looks thing is (not for a fashion statement) but I don't get to treat myself to anything really nice. I just was hoping that maybe (although it doesn't have to be, it's not a requirement or anything) that I could get something with a nice little design or something.

**Karen** · 09-21-2008, 11:23 PM

Originally Posted by Wenisrubber

Indeed, I'd much rather have my backpack as well. And that bag you mentioned does look very durable and very functional.

That way, I wouldn't have to buy several over the course of my college days.

The only reason I mentioned the looks thing is (not for a fashion statement) but I don't get to treat myself to anything really nice. I just was hoping that maybe (although it doesn't have to be, it's not a requirement or anything) that I could get something with a nice little design or something.

That's easy to solve - get a good rucksack, and a couple of fabric markers! Instant personalization!

**Suki Wingy** · 09-21-2008, 11:36 PM

I got my backpack three years ago at TJ Maxx for about $10, and I love the design on it. I still use it now for college.
Here's the only picture I have of it right now. (the last picture)
http://irridescent.deviantart.com/ar...-Meme-82111226