The best ... back-to-school packs

Fat Boy

This heavy-duty nylon pack won’t “easily abrade, tear, or let in water if caught in the rain.” Available in 13 patterns.

Price: $30

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Contact: Highsierrasport.com

Super Deluxe Book Pack

In addition to lots of pockets, this oversize pack has an “extra-tough bottom” and “padded, curved straps” that

reduce carrying strain.

Price: $50

Contact: LLbean.com

Wit

This lightweight backpack earns “high marks” for comfort, and its secret rear pocket is “ideal for keys, money, or a cell phone.”

Price: $70

Contact: Eaglecreek.com

Apex Pack

This pack “keeps it simple,” with one big compartment, a separate zippered section, and a front organizer pocket. A “cushy back and thick straps make it comfy.”

Price: $50

Contact: LLbean.com

Lands’ End MultiTask

This pack has plenty of pockets, but none are “overly specialized,” which is “good for a high schooler who finds too-structured features impractical.”

Price: $39.50

Contact: Landsend.com

Source: Good Housekeeping