![Pelican Adventurer - Laptop Bag/Case 16 Inch - [Elastic Carrying Handle] [Secure Zip Lock] Waterproof, Scratchproof and Heavy](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71lNvx8FIeL._AC_UL165_SR165,165_.jpg)
Being someone who travels the majority of the year I was looking for something durable, comfortable and reliable. This bag has met all those expectations and more. Each compartment has limited room in each section and doesn't allow for too much clutter laying around in the bottom of your bag, let's break those down:
The Hardshell Section - Fits an IPad Pro 9.7 with a couple inches to spare. It has a nice divider for your keyboard to fit in the same section without slamming into your tablet.
Main Compartment - Fits a 15.4'' Think Pad laptop just fine. The tricky part about getting a ton of stuff in the main compartment is watching how much you put in the 2 lower compartments (lower back and lower front). If there's a ton in those compartments it won't allow things to go all the way to the bottom in the main compartment. There is also a mesh zip up pocket inside the main compartment that's really great for all your electronic wires and chargers.
Lower Front Compartment - There are several credit card/ID pockets built in, a passport holder, a key clip, etc. Super useful for your small office supply type of items.
Lower Back Compartment - I find this the most pain in the ass to get to but probably the most useful of the bag. If you're traveling and have expensive things with you this is the compartment to store them in. It's great for things you don't need to get to quickly (being that it's pressed up against your back while you're wearing it.)
Front Upper Compartment - Being a quick zip across the front this makes for a good catch all. Personally it's my receipt pocket so I always know where they are.
The Straps - These are incredibly comfortable and precisely adjustable. The buckles aren't so tight that it makes it a pain in the ass to adjust. The across the chest strap adjust up and down so it hits you in the chest in the right spot. The bottom waist strap cushions you nice across the the side of the hips and fits nice.
The Water Bottlle Holder(s) - These are a nice throw in option but remember these are only holding small bottles (16.9oz) of water and not your Contigo or Camel Bak water cups. This is probably the most disappointing part of the whole bag, plus there's nowhere to clip a water bottle. The space in the main compartment can hold a water bottle if you don't have too much crap stuffed in there, otherwise you're holding it. Which I know this sounds petty, however when traveling a bunch it becomes kind of a pain.
All in all, for the money, you can't go wrong. I've had significantly worse bags that I've spent a bunch more money on. I'd pay 5x more than what they're asking for this bag. To me it's incredible and very practical. It fits nicely in overhead storage on a plane and it will fit all the way under the seat in front of you.
The main complaint I read about was the weight. 1) You're carrying a Pelican case on your back, it's going to have some weight to it. 2) If you're use to carrying a drawstring lightweight bag then yes this is going to be significantly heavier. 3) It's not "heavy" but it has enough weight to it that you know it's there.
| Brand | Pelican |
|---|---|
| Series | FBA_0S1400-0003-110 |
| Item model number | 0S1400-0003-110 |
| Item Weight | 6.75 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 20 x 10 x 13 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 20 x 10 x 13 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Department | Luggage |
| Manufacturer | Pelican |
| ASIN | B009M5HWIW |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | September 27, 2012 |
