Yes it's really nice! Though I'm guessing that this luxury is included in the price this way or another.

Hmm, I checked out these brands and they all look vastly different from one another. Personally, I'm after a vintage style leather backpack, and the closest I found is Saddleback (but the prices is way too much for me right now).

Honestly I'm trying to figure out whether this $200-300 budget is even realistic for a good leather backpack.

>Couldn't you put something inside the back wall to give it the support you're looking for?

I guess I could. But at the same time I feel that if I'm already investing in a quality bag then I wouldn't want to DIY it. It is a good Idea though.

>Or are you looking for something akin to a waiststrap for back support?

No, just some extra padding.

Yes, PMing you.

>You taking lightweight as somewhat flimsy is ignorant.

I accept that. Like I said, I don't know much about leather.

>And you keep mentioning back support. That's not a thing. Want back support? Buy a brace. Want a backpack? Get one.

Perhaps I've not been clear enough, let me explain. As far as I'm aware, the more "classic" Saddleback models have a thicker layer of leather where the back is, in order to support the inner contents and prevent deformations. This makes sense, since backpacks contain your things, and you don't usually want to feel them protruding against your back. This is what I meant by "back support".

Thanks!

>have a different leather backpack from saddleback and it is super heavy - I mean really really heavy. I have never used it.

Excuse me for the question or if it's against the rules, but are you looking to sell it?

Thank you! I actually don't mind the thinner leather per se, just wish it had some sort of back support.

I just checked, they unfortunately only ship in the US. Thanks though!

Thanks for the input! I'm expecting a leather backpack to be on the heavier side. Glad to hear they are indestructible!

I've heard nothing but great things about Goruck bags from lurking a bit in this sub, and while I have no doubt that they are great, they look too utilitarian/tactical for me.

Thanks for the input! I think this one isn't for me after all, seeing how it seemingly has no back support. Do you know any alternatives?

That's a big oof. I have purchased a nice looking canvas bag before and I'm disappointed with how uncomfortable it is. You could just feel its contents protruding against your back with no support whatsoever. Guess it's not for me then.

Thank you!

Oh I see, thank you!

>less structured

Do these bags usually have any form of back support? Or is it basically a sack which you could feel the contents of against your back?

Yeah it's funny marketing I guess. Nevertheless I don't see why their bags wouldn't fit in an urban environment.

Edit: And I'm open to alternatives anyway!

Thanks for the reply!

So I've seen their other products as well, all look great, but for some reason this particular one costs way less (the front pocket backpack costs almost three times as much for example). What could be the reason? I'm just trying to figure out if there's some hidden catch here.

What makes you say that?

I just love the look and durability aspect.