Surge Laptop Backpack

Solid Backpack
I got this backpack as a gift for Christmas. It's exactly what I was looking for. I'm a law student and I have to lug around unnecessarily large textbooks in addition to my computer. The Surge handles it all easily and has additional room for packing a lunch or clothes for the gym. The one thing that I would note is that the interior volume is accomplished in large part by making the bag a little taller and wider than a conventional backpack. While it's not a big deal for me, it might not fit comfortably on someone who is 5'5" or under.

Great Backpack
I have used briefcases for work and always ran into problems. Either with carrying the case or trying to fit things. The backpack has a lot of different compartments and because you can carry it on your back it's never a problem. I would highly recommend it. Oh and my laptop fits nice and secure too.

Excellent Backpack for College!
Prior to purchasing from altrec.com I bought the North Face Surge Backpack (Black) on eBay for $91 USD. The item I received was full of faults and defects. I returned it for a full refund and decided try again online. (Avoiding eBay of course). I chose altrec.com because of its great customer service ratings, and its strong foundation as a recognized online retail store. I bought it here immediately with free shipping, and much to my surprise, I had my backpack delivered to me in less than a week! I must say the backpack is truly worth the money. I am 6 ft tall, and it fits me very well. It has many useful pockets to store anything and everything related to school. I myself am a college student so it holds many of my heavy textbooks and my 10.2 inch netbook easily. I love the way they designed the inside of the backpack with the contrasting red and gray fabric. Every single detail of the backpack was well constructed with high quality materials. You'll have to buy one yourself to see what I mean. I've been carrying around the standard 2 pocket Jansport backpack for many years of my early middle school and high school life, that this backpack seems like a luxury to me. I already know 3 friends who want this backpack because they saw me wearing it. I'll definitely be carrying this guy around for many years to come with complete satisfaction.