Popular Backpack Brands

Back to school, again?! Oh man, where did the summer go? Well, in true back-to-school fashion, we’re going to cover some popular backpacks and the brands we're asked about the most. There are plenty of options, but our most popular brands are Cotopaxi, Oakley, Nike, North Face, Ogio, Carhartt, Under Armour, and TravisMathew. The most popular method to put your logo on a backpack is either embroidery or a patch; we like both these methods since they will hold up for many years. Let’s jump right into things then!!!

 

Cotopaxi® Chiquillo 30L Backpack

Designed for versatility, this pack brings adventure and sustainability to your everyday life. Perfect for the daily commute, school or a day hike, this durable backpack is built for comfort.

  • 100% recycled polyester oxford

  • Spacious main compartment with interior organization and key clip

  • Front zippered pocket

  • Webbing attachment loops

  • Breathable mesh back

  • Durable top handle for easy carry

  • Adjustable shoulder straps with removable sternum strap

  • Two water bottle pockets

  • Contrast Cotopaxi woven patch logo on front

  • Contrast Cotopaxi heat transfer logo on contrast webbing on harness

  • Laptop sleeve dimensions: 19.5"h x 12.25"; fits most 16-inch laptops

  • Dimensions: 20"h x 11"w x 7"d 

  • Volume: 30L (1,830 cubic inches)

  • Weight: 830 g (1 lb. 13 oz.)

Oakely 30L Enduro 2.0 Backpack

I bought my first skateboard at a garage sale for $10 in the early 90’s, so this backpack that can secure a skateboard holds a special place in my little millennial heart. Not to mention, it also has a sleeve that can fit up to a 17” laptop. Check out some more features below

  • Padded back panel and shoulder straps

  • Three colorways available

  • Dedicated internal sleeve fits up to a 17" laptop

  • Interior organization panel 

  • Padded eyewear pockets

  • Exterior board straps to secure skateboard

    All work and no skate makes Rachel a dull girl!

 
 

Nike Utility Speed Backpack 2.0

  • 100% polyester with PU coating for durability

  • Constructed of at least 65% recycled material

  • Two-way zippered main compartment with interior slip sleeve pocket

  • Secure zippered laptop sleeve stores a laptop up to 16"

  • Gusseted side slip pocket

  • Side mesh slip pocket for water bottle

  • Front exterior zippered pockets

  • Padded, adjustable shoulder straps allow comfortable carrying

  • Luggage pass-through back strap

  • Contrast welded Swoosh logo

  • Dimensions: 18"h x 11"w x 6"d / Capacity: 1,648 cu. in./27 L

 

The North Face ® Fall Line Backpack

This streamlined 28-liter (Volume: 1709 in³) backpack has a dedicated, highly protective 16” laptop compartment and is endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) because it was built to reduce pressure on the shoulders and back so you can comfortably carry a heavy load. Sounds too good to be true? More features below.

  • 210D Cordura® nylon mini-ripstop

  • 1680D ballistic nylon trim

  • FlexVent™ suspension system boasts custom injection-molded shoulder straps and a padded mesh back panel with a spine channel for maximum support and ventilation

  • Padded, fleece-lined tablet sleeve located in the main compartment for quick access

  • Front stash pocket with stretch side panels for additional volume

  • Main compartment has internal organization with a fleece-lined media pocket, secure zippered pocket and elastic webbing for cord management

  • Reflective bike-light loop, water bottle tabs and shoulder strap webbing create 360-degrees of reflectivity

  • External fleece-lined pocket for sunglasses or electronics

  • Two opaque stretch-mesh side pockets

  • Comfortable, padded top haul handle

  • Sternum strap with whistle buckle

  • Removable waist belt

  • Laptop sleeve: 12"h x 12.5"d, fits most 16" laptops

  • Dimensions: 19.75"h x 12.2"w x 6.75"d

OGIO® Surge RSS Pack

This best-in-class pack has an armor-protected dedicated laptop compartment with RSS technology that cradles your laptop so it never hits the bottom. It’s made of of 600D poly pindot and has pockets for days!

  • Crush-proof Tech Vault

  • Integrated foam panels

  • Built-in Reactive Suspension System (RSS) laptop sleeve

  • Padded tablet/e-reader sleeve

  • Hybrid Unibody Backpanel (HUB) for comfort

  • Increased shoulder strap foam padding creates Sweet Spot comfort zone

  • Adjustable ergonomic shoulder straps with sternum strap

  • Dual side accessory holders

  • Organization panel with zippered stash pocket

  • Padded neoprene grab handle

  • Laptop sleeve: 15.5"h x 10.5"w x 1"d; fits most 15" and select thin 17" laptops

  • Dimensions: 19.5"h x 14"w x 10.5"d / Capacity: 1,800 cu.in./29.5L

 
 

Carhartt® 25L Ripstop Backpack

Well-suited for the daily commute or weekend adventures, this versatile, water-repellent backpack keeps you organized and ready-to-go.

  • 500D CORDURA ® ripstop polyester

  • Rain Defender ® durable water repellent (DWR)

  • Large main compartment with zippered mesh pocket

  • Dedicated 15-inch laptop sleeve and tablet sleeve

  • Contour-fit shoulder straps with FastDry ® sweat-wicking technology

  • Adjustable, hideaway sternum strap

  • Padded air mesh back panel

  • Adjustable, hideaway padded waist belt

  • 2 exterior mesh pockets

  • Fleece-lined eyewear compartment

  • Front zippered organization compartment

  • Hydration-tube-and-bladder compatible (tube and bladder not included)

  • Hook-n-haul system allows for attachments

  • Dimensions: 20.25"h x 12"w x 12"l; Approx. 1,526 cubic inches

 

Contain Laptop Backpack 2.0

  • Available Colors: Midnight Navy/ Metallic Silver & Black/Gold (as pictured to the left)

  • Water-resistant UA Storm technology keeps your stuff dry

  • Back compartment with soft lined 15" laptop sleeve & organization pockets

  • Front valuables pocket

  • Two side water bottle pockets

  • Top and Front Grab Handles

  • LEVELED™ strap system

  • Adjustable, removable UA Strap Clip™

  • Breathable foam back panel for ultimate comfort & support

 

TravisMathew Lateral Backpack

Take on the day your way with this water-resistant backpack that’s perfect for travel because it can keep extra clothes separate from your other essentials.

  • 100% poly mini ripstop

  • Durable water repellent (DWR) finish

  • Padded side handle

  • Tricot-lined zippered pocket for valuables

  • Interior tech organizers

  • Dedicated padded laptop compartment

  • Side water bottle sleeve

  • Metal zipper pulls

  • Rubber TM logo patch

  • Laptop sleeve dimensions: 16"h x 12"w x 1"d; fits most 16" laptops

  • Dimensions: 20"h x 10.5"w x 6"d; Approx. 1,260 cubic inches

 

To wrap things, there are lots of different brands and backpack options out there in the world just waiting to be customized with your school, brand, or company logo. Please reach out to us today if you’re interested in getting the ball rolling on some killer backpacks!

Rachel Thornton