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@jonXmack
I got mine earlier this week and apart from yesterday, have used it every day. My old backpack was a classic Jansport which I was using for my 2.5 mile commute to work every day, with the lovely weather we've been having recently I was getting pretty annoyed with all my stuff getting soaking wet, so pulled the trigger on one of these. Even in the pouring rain, the water just seems to bead on the top of the fabric and pops straight off when you shake the bag, it's awesome. In the main pocket I have a 13" MBP, iPad, a rolled up Dickies windbreaker and there's still shit loads of room for other stuff. I took it to Manc with me on Thursday night with enough clothes for an overnight stay as well as laptop charger, etc. and not once did I ever fill it up. The big front pocket has all sorts of little things in, charger cables, spare buff, etc. and in the side pockets I keep a spanner, multi tool, and a few other bits. I didn't notice the top pocket until I'd had the bag a few days, and I now put my work keys, wallet and phone in there while i'm riding to work and they all stay safe and dry.
Has to be said compared to the Jansport it's in a different league. It completely disappears when it's on your back, doesn't feel like there's anything there at all, despite having the same amount of cargo in.
I would thoroughly recommend anyone who is considering one to go ahead and buy it, I'm sure it wont be long before Jordan has a 3+ month waiting list rather than the couple of days it is currently.