How strong are the zippers? I tend to overstuff my backpacks, and zippers are always a failure point.
1340708
My daughter has been using this for the last year and a half for carrying her stuff for speech competitions. She stuffs a 17" computer, iPad, chargers, jackets, high heel shoes, a change of clothes, snacks, hats and gloves, etc. In other words, a lot! She has never had a zipper issue that I am aware of. She absolutely loves this bag. It still looks brand new, but it was also not used every day, but a few days a week. Still, any zipper can only handle so much. You cannot expect it to stretch when it is not capable of doing so. These are very strong, though.
1340709
We had the same problem you mentioned with backpacks over the years. My son carries a heavy load of school books, binder and a computer on a daily basis. He carries this gear all day, from class to class and through a long commute. Before we bought this backpack, he regularly went through more than one backpack per school year. But this backpack is actually quite strong. My son is currently using his second SwissGear Sherpa backpack because the first one dramatically outperformed every other backpack he had ever owned, lasting several years. When it finally did give out - it was the zipper, but it had done such a great job, we searched for (and bought) another just like it. We had the same problem you mentioned with backpacks over the years. My son carries a heavy load of school books, binder and a computer on a daily basis. He carries this gear all day, from class to class and through a long commute. Before we bought this backpack, he regularly went through more than one backpack per school year. But this backpack is actually quite strong. My son is currently using his second SwissGear Sherpa backpack because the first one dramatically outperformed every other backpack he had ever owned, lasting several years. When it finally did give out - it was the zipper,... » Read More We had the same problem you mentioned with backpacks over the years. My son carries a heavy load of school books, binder and a computer on a daily basis. He carries this gear all day, from class to class and through a long commute. Before we bought this backpack, he regularly went through more than one backpack per school year. But this backpack is actually quite strong. My son is currently using his second SwissGear Sherpa backpack because the first one dramatically outperformed every other backpack he had ever owned, lasting several years. When it finally did give out - it was the zipper, but it had done such a great job, we searched for (and bought) another just like it. « Show Less
1340710
Very Durable. I still have mine after a year and the zippers holding up pretty good
1340711
My son, a freshman in high school, stuffed a 15 in laptop, a 2.5 in. thick notebook, a 1 in. notebook, his PE clothes, a lunch box, and sometimes a tennis racket in his and the zippers held up all year. I would say that the zippers are above average. He liked this backpack so much that I have ordered a new one to have on hand when the one he used last year wears out.
143081
The ones I received are very tough. They are more like a "freezer" strength bag rather than the flimsy sandwich or regular type ziploc bag. I use them for delicate supplements when traveling but have used them for many other items including jewelry.
271644
Good question. Never had that problem, but the zipper on mine got stripped a couple of months ago so I'm getting a new one just like the old one. Great little bag though, no complaints on mine, got a lot of good use out of it.
310686
one of the zippers got stuck on mine closed with my license and debit card in it. I tried with vice grips and pliers and only exploded the zipper handle. I ended up cutting a small corner of the inside of the pocket to get my stuff out. Once they stick close I think they're done forever. I will probably update my review about this now
1035678
No. In fact the zippers pulled off the edges of 2 of the pouches after about 3 weeks. :(. Fail.
222884
I never had a problem with the straps but the zipper broke. It wouldn't connect back together and when I did get it fix, i couldn't put too much stuff in it because I will bust back open. It's a great bag overall.
722817
I've used mine almost every day since receiving it, almost three months ago, and have not had any problems. I love it! Perhaps there is a manufacturing flaw with your zipper.
35113
For the past year, I have used the Jansport Driver 8 backpack. I have never experienced a problem with the bottom collapsing, even with it loaded down by multiple heavy textbooks and a laptop. It wont tip if the largest compartment carries the most weight. However, it will tip if the front compartments have the most weight.
278050
I've had a couple pullys connected to certain zippers break off but nothing too serious otherwise!
1570330
Hello Tiffany. The Slim Back Pack's zipper should not break unless it is forcibly handled (twisted). If the zipper breaks and if the item is still within warranty, we will replace it provided you have a copy of the sales receipt.
1122674
Bought this at the beginning of October, 2013. I use it every day and haven't had a single problem. Zippers are holding up just fine on mine.
219930
I have this product and so far the zippers seem fine, no problems. Time will tell, I guess.
1192275
The zipper seems pretty solid, we haven't given it too much use yet so I can't say if it holds up. The whole thing seems pretty sturdy, especially for the price!
68404
They are very strong. We overstuff ours, every time, trying to get the most out of each bag and they always come out easy with no leaks or tears. I'm no sure of the mil, but as other have said they are a very sturdy bag.
908613
The zippers haven't caused me any issues thus far. I am sorry if that doesn't help much.
1698496
They are fairly sturdy. Depending on how much you throw your backpack around, they should be ok.
1708421
I have an HP dv7 17" laptop. I could shoe-horn it into this pack, but it stresses the zipper. By the time I add 30-40 lbs of school books it will pop the zipper right open. That is what eventually happened to my last SwissGear backpack (different model), and my laptop fit into it w/o stressing the zipper. I'm returning this backpack... still trying to find one to suit my needs.