Dakine Cosmo Backpack

I just rec'd this little backpack - it's exactly what I was looking for. I have sloping shoulders, so it's impossible to keep a 'shoulder-bag strap' on me without hunching that shoulder up (thereby resulting in a nice headache after >1 hour). I've got several 'cross-body' bags, but for travel & wearing to work here in Aspen I wanted a mini-backpack which hangs from both of my shoulders and out of the way; I'm not doing a 6-hr day hike, or climbing a 14,000-foot mountain, so I don't want or need the usual day-pack size. I also love all the colors and patterns available - I had a hard time choosing one. Note that these little packs are definitely machine washable/dryable (made out of nylon, not cotton quilting), so don't worry about buying a lighter color.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The straps on this Dakine pack ARE LONG ENOUGH FOR ADULT WOMEN! I looked everywhere on the internet, & nowhere was it mentioned how long the straps are, so here you go: they can be adjusted to a maximum length of 31" as measured from the top of the strap to where it's attached at the bottom, plenty long enough for even this plus-sized gal (I even have 2.5 "extra" inches of strap when I adjust them to the length perfect for me.) I had bought a 'girls' backpack once before, but was disappointed because the strap-length was really designed for girl-size bodies, not women (Posted on 5/9/12)

This is very well made; of excellent quality materials. It fits very nicely on the back and is very comfortable. And the price was remarkable. I would recommend this for anyone. I bought it for my vacation and ended up using it as my regular purse. (Posted on 10/11/11)

This was a very cute bag, however too small for me. I didn't check the measurements and was looking for a school bag. I would of kept it if I practiced for sports or camping. (Posted on 3/29/11)

This is the most awesome bag I ever have used! I have also given it to some friends who also love it!! (Posted on 11/9/10)

i always get sidetracked by the mini jansport backpacks, and then i remember that there's no front pocket organizer. that's why i love dakine. (Posted on 9/11/10)