I ordered this cute rolling backpack on the 25th of September, we received it around the 30th. Today is the 12th of October, and the backpack is falling apart! I bought this cute but tough looking bag for my 6th grader. Yes, it is heavy , when packed full of books- that's why I bought a ROLLING BAG! However, this one is a really bad design! To make it sturdier, they put a hard plastic or metal plate under the handle, which unfortunately is cutting into the material every time she picks up the bag by the handle, and it is already breaking on the top. I don't know if ALL the CalPacks have this design fault , or only this one , but I would definitely not recommend this one! However, if you just gonna use it to roll around and NO PICKING IT UP BY THE HANDLE, no problem; the back is padded, the wheels are tough, the pulling handle is great, it has several pockets---- would be a fantastic bag, if the material was stronger and the top plate was big enough for the WHOLE top. Don't say I didn't warn you!

I purchased this rolling backpack for my 8 year old son and within 2 months the bottom corners were torn. Within 3 months the inside linings tore off completely. The only positive is that the handle remained intact. Would not recommend for an active child.

• Did the product fit true to size? Yes
• How is the quality of the product? not good
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? yes

Okay backpack if it stays out of the sun. My little boy has now used this backpack for the entire kindergarten school year with a month left to go. Here in SoCal the children park their backpacks outside the classrooms. The sun has faded this backpack so badly it doesn't even look orange anymore. Also, the sun has done such a number on it that it is desintegrating. It is literally falling apart. Other than that, the wheels, handle zippers etc. are all good. The material is just not sun/fade proof.

I bought this backpack for my elementary age kids. The backpack colors are nice (I bought the red, orange, and blue). Within a month of use the back pack already ripped on the part close to the handle. The inside packet also ripped from the top part. I am guessing that the backpack ripped because it can not handle the weight of the contents when ever you lift them insted of using the rollers. The bottom part of the back pack also separated from the base. It was only 3 months since my kids have used the back pack and I now have to replace them. I have bought other CalPak backpacks before and they lasted for one school year. I thought that this one will last too because they are more expensive than the previous ones I bought. I was very very disappointed.

I waited to review this item because there's no way to really know until it is truly used. My child loves the way it looks and especially not having to shoulder all the weight. Nice, bright colors, lots of compartments. Except the side fabric is already ripping as well as the netting on the side pocket and it is only mid-October. I have to mention that my son doesn't give his things a lot of wear... and has never trashed a backpack. I will try to patch it for it to stop the side rip to continue but we may have get something else (or another one) by mid-year.

I really like the backpack, it rolls easily, has lots of storage space in the pockets, nice handle action. But I have a lot of books and binders that I have to put in it, and it seems to be pulling apart slightly at one of the seams. I noticed it the first week of use, and it doesn't appear to to have gotten worse, so we'll see. I love that it has the mesh holders on the side for my water bottle. I really hope it holds up as I like it a lot. I actually bought it because someone else in one of my classes had the same one.

I bought this rolling backpack because the telescoping handle on another rolling backpack broke after the first week of use by my 10yr old son. I didn't see complaints about the handle breaking off on this one. I did see concerns of the nylon material ripping too easily on this backpack and that's already happened to the one I ordered (about 1 month of use so far). About a 10" rip alongside one of the zippers on the interior of the backpack. At least the handle seems to be holding up... If it will last the rest of the year without falling apart, I'll be satisfied given the price.

The backpack is wonderful with plenty of compartments for school stuff. Unfortunately, the retractable handle broke from the backpack making it no longer usable as a roller bag. The bag was used for two months with normal elementary school wear and tear before the handle dislodged. I am working with the CalPak folks to have the backpack replaced. Check the warranty before purchasing!

I purchased two bags and it was like putting my money down the drain. Bad bad quality.My two kids use it for Elementary School and after one month they are ripped inside and holes at the bottom. Don't buy it. Looks good, has nice handle but can't handle 4 books.

love the bag. it wheels well. its cute. it has tons of pockets, and it was a great price. Highly recommend it! I think it's made for adults but we chose it for as my 1st grade daughter's school book bag and she is so happy.

I needed a rolling back pack for my daughter. All the local retail chains had cheap ones. I found this bag on overstock and ordered it for her for Christmas. It's a very nice bag for the price. I think it will hold up to wear and tear nicely. My daughter loved it.

I am a college instructor. This book bag glides easily and proves to be quite durable. It has not shown any signs of wear and tear as some of the other reviews stated. Overall, I have no complaints.

• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Excellent
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? Yes

Sent back needed bag with padding to protect computer

• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Looked like good quality but sent back because needed roller bag with computer padding

This is the 2nd one. First one the handler break less than one year but I think may due to my kid did not take care too good. This one break in 3 month with careful use. It can not be fixed. DO NOT BUY>.

• How accurate was the sizing? Accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Poor
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? Yes

This has been a great bag for my nine year old. It fits all of his books with extra room in the outer pockets. The wheels roll smoothly and has straps if he doesn't want to use them. They had a variety of colors to chose from. It's the best bag I've found for price.

• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Great quality for the price
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? Yes

This is the second time I purchase this rolling backpack for my daughters (11 and 8 years old). They use them everyday for school and even we used them for some trips. It's not too big nor too small. The perfect size. Good quality and good price.

• How accurate was the sizing? perfect
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. excellent
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? yes

This item (a backpack on wheels) has saved me a lot of strain carrying my books and supplies. It is very lioghtweight and is very smooth when in use. It is also bright and colorful.

• How accurate was the sizing? Perfect for carrying all books and supplies
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. The quality is top notch.
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? There were no manufacture defects noted.

good size and wheels are smooth rolling. fits all that needed for a day at high school. I like the self repairing zippers as a good feature.

• How accurate was the sizing? good
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. quality was better than a leading outdoor company
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? yes

I have had this pak for 4 wks of nursing school and, as the title states, so far so good! I have no complaints! I load it up with plenty of BIG books on a daily basis and it has held up to 'em!

• How accurate was the sizing? accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. good quality
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? yes

If your looking for a rolling backpack this is a very nice one.

• How accurate was the sizing? Very
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. sturdy
• Was the product free of any manufacturer defects? it was