I picked up the Trail maker Classic backpack hoping for a simple, no-frills bag for light daily use. The color options were fun (I went with navy), and the double zippers initially felt sturdy—perfect for quick access during my commute.

For the first few weeks, it held up okay. The main compartment fit my 13-inch laptop snugly, and the front pocket was handy for keys and snacks. But then...the seams started whispering their surrender. By month two, the fabric near the straps began fraying like overcooked spaghetti.

Here’s the weird part: this backpack thrives in specific scenarios. As an emergency car kit bag? Surprisingly decent—it’s currently housing jumper cables and a first-aid kit in my trunk. For weekend flights as a personal item? It’s a champion at fitting under airplane seats (just don’t overstuff it).

The dealbreaker came when one strap snapped while I was carrying nothing heavier than a paperback and a water bottle. The material feels like tissue paper pretending to be polyester. If you need a disposable bag for short-term use (think: festival or temporary gym bag), maybe. But students or daily commuters? Run.

Final verdict: It’s basically backpack fast fashion—cute until it literally falls apart at the seams.