i am looking for something to protect my books during my commute. is this recommended? (dimensions have been considered...it would be tight)
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your books? hmm. the bag is sturdy. and so much space inside. it should be fine. it's plasticky but good quality. hope this helps. if you need more help, don't hesitate to ask :)
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This is a beautiful bag, but it is quite thin. It is not a padded bag at all, so it would depend on what kind of protection you are looking for? Very sturdy and the zipper is great!
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It is quite small but I would say go for it if the measurements work for you. You may be able to fit *A* paperback book but you will not get anything else in there. My Kindle fits in but with no additional room for a cover, etc.
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Hi JoCal, I have one and I think the material is strong enough, but even though u said u have considered the dimensions, the bag is flat. It wouldn't fit anything bigger than a Readers Digest. It is better suited to hold makeup or pens and pencils or small sundry items.
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I think it could. Seems to be really durable. Water resistant. Not at the zipper if course. And soft so bending could happen. But otherwise I think so.
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If you are talking about one or two paperbacks, it would be fine. But, while large, you couldn't get a hardback book in it.
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You can fit a mass market paperback in it, as long as it's not a really thick one, but it will not fit most hard cover or larger sized paperback books. I hope this helps.
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This is made of woven propylene, my girlfriend bought it to carry make up and stuff like that and until know it has worked fine. It wont be waterproof due to the zipper. Hope that this helps!
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This will provide considerable protection to laptop. I have used it and put my lap top in small back pack with my other stuffs and this was fine. It depends how do you handle, if it not sandwiched between heavy books or material then this should work well. In crux this is made of memory foam so you can judge the kind of protection you will get.Thank you.
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I wouldn't use it for heavy books, the material is a bit thin. It's more for lighter items I think.
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I really don't think so; it's more of an either/or. Either you could put the laptop *or* the textbook in there.It's really not that big, but that keeps it light and balanced on your back. I don't see the books fitting in well at all, I'm sorry to say...
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I wouldn't use this as a bookcase.... It's pretty deep and the the spaces would be difficult unless you are just storing books.
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theres a padded divider which is great for a laptop but may not be best for LOTS of books, but if you like a divider for say books and something else it could still work. does not balance well / sit on its own. that said, i love the oil rubbed fabric finish and the deep purple color & style... functionality as a laptop bag is great.
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It is really intended for a book 3" thick or thinner. That said I tried putting two books in it to approximate that thickness and it sits in it, but the front clear cover is pushed forward. Basically it would work but it's not optimal.
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It is hard and sturdy. I would not put stacks of books on it....but pants and other clothes would be fine. Hope this helps..I use it for my watercolor supplies.
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I'm currently using it as a bookcase. It's got 3 decent sized openings for books and then 2 smaller ones that are hidden behind the door that I still have books on but laying down. I love it though!
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It's designed to hold DVD's/Blue rays. So as long as your books are about that size that would work.
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I ride to work with my lap top all the time. I do zip it in a a foam sleave just in case. These panniers have enough room for me to go on three day bikepacks. If anything they may be a little large for daily commutes but thats much better than too small. I see other people concerned about rain on their lap top. They make zip lock bags the size you need and larger. I use them for my lap top and w hen backpacking, everthing goes in zip locks.
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Yes, it's a little snug, but I also have a protective cover on my macbook. So, it does work well, but it is tight if you want to store any cords in the outside pocket. Hope this helps.
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Yes, I think it is a good size for something like that. Problem with this bag is that it is right between your legs, so you definately do not want bulk, and you cannot open and close it while you are riding/pedaling. But I think it is a great bag for a lock and chain that you only need after a ride, or cell phone or snacks or extra inner tube, tools, etc...
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I use mine to store hats, so I am not a really good judge, but I would think a more traditional bookcase would work better. Some of the shelves are not wide enough for a textbook.
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I use it for books. It does not damage them at all. If you were to store them sideways, with the grain of the bars, they might bend the pages or something, but that is an awkward way to place the books. Placed with the books' spine out, it works just like a normal solid bookcase.
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I use this for shoe storage. With books, you might have to put it against a wall or something. Remember the depth of the box is only 4.5", this might be too shallow for wider books.
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I use it for work. I carry the mac book. Ipàd, charger, mouse, thin books, diary, small pencil case. Could easily fit more . I like it roomy to easily find things. But could fit a few small books. It is great that it stands up by itself - can pick it up by the handle. I am not carrying it around all day it goes to and from my car and office. I do enjoy the design and looks. I have had it around 2 months, light rain runs off.