The hunt was on for a back sack. A student at 49, I carry a lot of heavy books, and my messenger bag was creating back pain. I didn't want a juvenile, skateboard, or cute back sack. While in west 49 I found a leather-like brown back sack, which looks like a purse. Classy, and more mature, it is worth the $49, as I could use it for weekends away, day trips, etc..