My cheap no-name Chinese backpack is finally falling apart, after over 20 years of absolutely solid service.
I want something that will last at least another 20 years, will hold a modern 16" laptop (e.g. Macbook), and will also let me toss a pair of jeans and light jacket in, when I ride home from work in the spring and fall afternoons.
I’d like to avoid American brands if possible.
Looked online at the SwissGear 5698 and Endure, but don’t know how well they’re built, or if they’ll hold my junk.
Any recommendations?


https://freitag.ch/en_CH/products/bags/backpacks
I am using a Freitag backpack (they don’t sell the one I own anymore). It is now 10 years old and it basically looks like new. They are made from old car/truck parts and very durable in my experience. Bit pricey though.