Jansport Superbreak Review (You might actually be surprised...)

[@Nomads.Nation]

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[@loreraymond7386]

I had a big student bagback from Jansport and it last almost 25 years with an intensive use. Most resistant bag i ever had.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Yea they are stitched to last for sure

[@stephaniemoura9325]

The jansports bag I had has now been passed down to the younger generations in my family

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@stephaniemoura9325 and they'll pass it down to their younger generation lol

[@kindplanet1]

Jansport is pretty trash, in my opinion.

[@rbaziuk4053]

​@@kindplanet1serious question, why?

[@sajid1979]

I got mine back in 2000, a rubber bottom. Called Sole Burner. Awesome bag. Still got it. Used it for uni days 00-05.

[@Nomads.Nation]

hell yea, these bags last the test of time

[@AMFisher2]

These things are beasts. I love my JanSport Hatchet and the little taco pouch that doesn't exist anywhere anymore. I do love the fact that the pockets don't eat into each other's space.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Such beasts. Nothin but love for this brand

[@atp6]

I bought a Jansport for my wife to use in grad school like 8 years ago and it’s now my gym bag. So great to toss around, get dirty, and recycle.

[@Nomads.Nation]

They are cheap and indestructible - gotta love it

[@stacy1025]

I had that backpack and last me 7 years until I gave it away from going to school to trips around my country, I don’t know now days, but back in 1999 it was a great backpack.

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s a classic for a reason!

[@laeonflux]

I still have a Jansport Fifth Avenue Hip pack and it's still in great shape, it's 8 years old. I change bags so much though that I haven't given that thing a real heavy use but still it's surprisingly durable for the price point.

[@Nomads.Nation]

My thoughts exactly. These things last and they are very affordable

[@chionophilaine]

Started using Jansport when I was in uni (some 10+ years ago lol) and my bags are still going strong. I used to carry a lot of very heavy and big nursing books and none of my Jansport bags ever broke. I tried Herschel and it broke after 2 years. 😅 don’t think I can switch anymore and will stay loyal to Jansport. I want to try Fjallraven but they don’t really do sales and is quite expensive. 😂

[@Nomads.Nation]

no need to buy a Fjallraven, it seems like you've found your spirit-pack 🧘‍♀️ 🎒 😉

[@arthuslim]

Kudos for doing a budget backpack review. And a pretty detailed one despite its simplicity. Coincidently i just bought Jansport Double Break for my boy.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Cheers! And I’m sure your boy will love it

[@Keith_Aerotrunk]

This review video is definitely worth watching. The pros and cons are really helpful. It gives helpful advice on who it's perfect for (and who it's not). Jansport is made to last. Keep sharing more Aaron!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks Keith! I’m always impressed with Jansport’s build 💪🏾

[@Keith_Aerotrunk]

@@Nomads.Nation You are the best Aaron! Keep sharing more.

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@Keith_Aerotrunk 💯

[@bernardrobertgilbride603]

I have a connection with jansport! Great backpacks 30 years ago I had a version of a SUPERBREAK! I love that backpack,my wife is an artist. she drew cartoon character. Great back backpack. Jansport is a wonderful and always have backpacks that fit every one’s budget. Here’s to another 50 years!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Cheers to that!

[@kme3894]

the zip tag thing is not a mistake. You use the one tag to tie it to the other zipper to prevent it from accidentally opening or being opened by a pickpocket

[@Nomads.Nation]

Good to know!

[@kme3894]

@@Nomads.Nation at least that's how I use it and I find it super useful :)

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@kme3894 it’s a great hack - thanks for sharing

[@TheGloryofMusic]

The Superbreak has only one pull-tag and same with some other models. You can remedy the dangling straps by looping them around the base of the strap. The best basic backpack I've seen is the Eastpak Padded Pak'r Backpack--weatherproof nylon material, great zippers, and wide straps.

[@Nomads.Nation]

cheers!

[@ggorter]

He said you should expect a year of use out of it. Mine is 10 years old and I've beating it up pretty badly and it's still pretty functional

[@Nomads.Nation]

Expect one - if you get ten, then amazing!

[@FidelCashflow13]

Super hard disagree on the video,I've had a Blue Jansport I've been using for almost 20 Years and besides needing a wash it looks pristine with constant use as a nomad. Possibly the best ($15-$20?) Ive spent in 2004 dollars. Id buy another without even thinking about it.

[@Nomads.Nation]

They are super durable bags, no doubt about that

[@sajid1979]

Once I had a leak in my attic, the leak was over my old superbreak bag. The water went inside empty bag. And the bag held the water 💧! Damm!!

[@Nomads.Nation]

DAMN!

[@machtmer]

Thank you, Aaron, for doing a review on JanSport. I would say that I kinda think this particular bag is intended for either Jr/Sr HS students or the budget-conscious; for those customers, JanSport rocks. Their Campus bags are a bit better. And yeah, they don’t offer much built-in tech protection, so protective sleeves/cases are a must. But they also hold a ton, and are pretty indestructible (my wife has a Campus that lives on the back of her chair and carries what feels like 30lbs of stuff). Definitely not accessible for the visually-impaired who need organization, but all those PU coated YKK AquaGuards are neigh inaccessible for anyone who has muscle control issues. For the right customer, they’re perfect. 👍

[@Nomads.Nation]

Great to hear from you Ryan and totally agree

[@bernardrobertgilbride603]

Superbreak plus has the water bottle pocket and the additional layer inside the backpack

[@Nomads.Nation]

thanks! I can't keep up with them lol

[@adamwilson1691]

I have the version with the water bottle holder and it is essential for me. mine also has a laptop pouch. great little EDC bag.

[@Nomads.Nation]

It’s a classic for sure

[@darylanncampbell8701]

Is that version waterproof

[@goofygooberr43]

Had the same jansport backpack from middle school to college. Use it now as a tool bag haha

[@Nomads.Nation]

That’s the versatility of Jansport!

[@justbrowsing81]

Jansport is such a classic!! Used to seem them a lot here, in mainland Europe. The one you used to see most, and still see a lot, is the Eastpak. That seems to be a mainstay amongst the young'uns and also makes some cool, affordable packs.Cheers, Chris

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks Chris! It’s absolutely a classic. Maybe we’ll review the Eastpak next 😎

[@bobbydigital316]

In the UK we use Superdry Montana bags, similar look and price point but imo, a nice look.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Seems pretty similar, are they durable?

[@uwu1876]

How did you get the version without the water bottle holder or laptop sleeve? I keep looking everywhere, but all they have are the low-quality versions with those additions.

[@Nomads.Nation]

yea, these big companies (like Osprey, Nike, etc) move so fast with iterations and they never make announcements or update their websites, so its very difficult to know what is available and what is out of stock

[@joecarroll8286]

I’ve bought a few off eBay recently and they’re all the non-water bottle version if you’re still looking.

[@uwu1876]

Is there a link you can provide? It would help very much. I've been looking for the default, regular black version. @@joecarroll8286

[@Wildwaffles71]

Does anybody know why some jansport backpacks have white insides and others don’t?

[@Nomads.Nation]

They just have different versions of the bag that are available in different colors. White inside will get dirty fast - so keep an eye out for that

[@Balthazar2242]

The use transparency with this bag is off the charts. Thing doesn't draw _anyone's_ attention, even your own. Nothing to brag about. It just functions as a backpack, not as a statement. That being said, the quality of this bag is like $10 in my opinion. $40 seems ridiculously expensive for a bag this bare-bones

[@Nomads.Nation]

Great points! I wish this bag was cheaper haha, but Jansport has to make money and no way they’d do so at $10

[@BPe-ie9je]

I had the original jansport. it had leather straps. bought 1972

[@Nomads.Nation]

Those were the days lol

[@BPe-ie9je]

it was orange/red too

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@BPe-ie9je meant to be ;)

[@Noah-uo8rn]

How does it hold up in the rain?

[@Nomads.Nation]

Not well at all, it’s a budget bag with budget materials

[@Duanewrites]

For me, here's a lot of nostalgia with Jansport. I bought one when I began college in 88ish, and dropped it in the trash in 2018. It was a school bag, teacher bag, and finally a beach / pool bag. It was kind of gross at the end.

[@Nomads.Nation]

totally get the nostalgia, it's an iconic brand in that sense

[@ryanbane]

How TF you made a 14 min high production value video about a 2 pocket backpack is beyond me. This is why I could never be a creator. 😂

[@Nomads.Nation]

Haha thanks for the backhanded compliment? 😜

[@RebeccaSmith77]

I have had Kankens, Ogio, Jansports, Timbuk2, etc., and while those are all great for different uses, I always default back to Jansport. My sons both used the same Jansport backpacks throughout their ENTIRE elementary through highschool years. They never needed, nor requested, new backpacks. I used, I think, a Big Student backpack through college, and I carried a ton of sh!t, and tossed that bag everywhere. It went through it, and it never even had a snag or scuff anywhere on it. I just ordered a Main Campus for work (to carry my lunch, tablet, work binder, and everything else I bring to work). So affordable and durable for *my* uses. But I don't go hiking in Illinois, and my bag is not typically exposed to various weather conditions. ❤❤

[@Nomads.Nation]

yup, Jansport's durability is their best selling point

[@ghostmonkey0432]

I wonder if youd ever do a review of the jansport hatchet

[@Nomads.Nation]

One day hopefully! I’ll add it to our (very long) request list :)

[@RebeccaSmith77]

I am about 2 minutes-something into the video, and to my understanding, I swore the regular Super Breaks bags do not have the water bottle pocket, but the Super Break Plus bags do? Maybe? I thought that's what I found while checking out their bags. I could be mistaken, tho.

[@Nomads.Nation]

im not sure, their website confused me, but they seem to have plenty of options in stock which is a good thing

[@RebeccaSmith77]

@@Nomads.Nation Ok, so after looking on their site, the regular Superbreak backpacks DO have a water bottle pocket. BUT. Apparently, there's the Superbreak, the Superbreak Plus (which, too, has a water bottle pocket AND a laptop compartment), and then there is your bag which is a Superbreak One. I cannot find the Superbreak one on Jansport's site, so I'm thinking it's a discontinued variation of the Superbreak. And it appears that the Superbreak One does NOT have a water bottle pocket. Mystery SOLVED. My job here is done. 😁

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@RebeccaSmith77 thank you for your help haha

[@RebeccaSmith77]

@@Nomads.Nation lol it was bothering me. I went back to your Amazon link, and I found there IS a red one pictured with a water bottle pocket, but I figure that Amazon just put up a wrong picture for the bag, but maybe that is the one you thought you were getting?

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@RebeccaSmith77 seems like it haha, but also I just think that they change/modify their models often

[@dminalba]

I’ve had my black superbreak for over 20 years and in the good condition

[@Nomads.Nation]

Yup, they are incredibly well made

[@ABCTEST213]

Wondering when your brand's backpack will be ready? Can't wait to see!

[@Nomads.Nation]

We are getting closer, got some big announcements coming in the next few weeks, stay tuned!!

[@MouseCIick]

i prefer the leather bottom version better. adds some support and more organization. the leather has a nice patina over time too.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Good rec - cheers!

[@DavidMaharaj-rm1td]

I doesn't have bottle pockets though 🙁

[@KTkryst]

I use this bag for travelling. Can fit alot 👍

[@Nomads.Nation]

its a classic!

[@everywhere3301]

I still have my black and pink jansport from the flea market. Got it in 2014 😂 and going strong

[@Nomads.Nation]

They are very well made

[@bani_niba]

I used this bag when it wasn't ironic and was what everybody (at that age) was carrying.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Me too. How times have changed lol

[@auduffer]

The perfect bag to get your kids they can just beat the hell out of and you don't feel bad if it gets busted up.

[@Nomads.Nation]

If I ever have kids, they are all getting this bag lol

[@theplourde]

Aaron while I loved this review - I can’t abide by Jansports after spending $50 on a Main Campus pack and finding it to be the worst backpack I’ve ever bought. Later donated it to a charity that was looking for school supplies for kids.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Haven’t reviewed the Main Campus yet - hoping to soon

[@rbaziuk4053]

What didn't you like about it?

[@theplourde]

@@rbaziuk4053 the straps weren’t wide enough for me so they were uncomfortable. Laptop sleeve was small for my liking and it was touch trying to get a 15” Dell into it. Water bottle pocket is that mesh netting type that I knew wouldn’t last. Zippers felt incredibly plasticky and cheap. Main pocket was okay but didn’t offer much space and for my job at the time, I was bringing a jacket or hoodie and my lunch and that was a struggle. The outside pocket was okay but as I started to carry more EDC items, I couldn’t keep them organized (I’ll admit to some OCD). Top carry handle - yeah. That stitching. It has a real polyester crinkly feel to it and I don’t like that noise. If I hadn’t taken the tags off I could have maybe exchanged it at the store I bought it from or maybe reached out to Jansport directly but I was so annoyed I ended up donating it and I’m sure it found a better home. I now use this hiking/camping backpack from Walmart and I’m still searching for the right one.

[@J_SMOOV]

The Toyota of Backpacks

[@Nomads.Nation]

Dependable af

[@thorburnjschwegler]

JanSport bags are the best bags I have ever worn

[@Nomads.Nation]

They are iconic for a reason!

[@thorburnjschwegler]

@@Nomads.Nation yeah my JanSport has been with me for decade through thick and thin, and still using it

[@emo_toes]

i have a jansport that lasted me for almost my whole school life

[@Nomads.Nation]

Oh yea, they are very well stitched - they can last a long long looooong time

[@amnanisar624]

It’s almost 80-100 NZD 😮‍💨

[@Nomads.Nation]

😬

[@supyos430]

All the ditchera had this bag lol

[@SanFrantixXx]

Because of Jansport I only like bags that have front pocket and outside water bottle.

[@Nomads.Nation]

Can’t blame you - it’s a classic combo

[@unfi6798]

That particular Jansport is not a Tech Backpack mate but you could use it if you can't afford an expensive one. Two seats behind us just yelled out that you are not giving the pack a fair review & sounded discouraging. Perhaps you should just review items that you prefer & like or how about the following? Matein Travel/Laptop B/pack, Nomatic Travel B.pack, Chrome Industries Urban EX2.0, Travel Platinum Elite or Samsinite Classic Leather B/pack. A mission if you choose to accept it.!! Dad used a Jansport like yours but blue through his primary & secondary education up to university & in between where he has to work to support himself. Howzat eh.!? I have that same backpack now.

[@JM-ct9lg]

I have a Chrome Urban Ex 2.0 30L. It rocks!

[@Nomads.Nation]

Thanks for the feedback! I was trying to be fair with the review - I actually love the bag at the price point! Weather-resistance aside it’s a freaking steal in terms of durability

[@g2whatbrodie283]

Take a drink every time he mentions he didn’t get the one with a water bottle holder.

[@Nomads.Nation]

You’ll be wasted in 3 min lol

[@DavidMaharaj-rm1td]

Unless it's a superbreak one

[@BPe-ie9je]

I thought northface bought jansport

[@Nomads.Nation]

Did they?

[@BPe-ie9je]

All I can say is Jansport Store in Boulder CO , Table Mesa, was changed to Northface. I had bought the daypack and a Jansport backpack (fabulous) there. @@Nomads.Nation

[@Nomads.Nation]

@@BPe-ie9je Good to know! Also, I used to live in Denver for 3 years, I miss it greatly! Have a Great Divide for me 🍻

[@BPe-ie9je]

@F L Hope they havent messed with quality

[@RoyJblack]

Takes me back to HS 🥲

[@Nomads.Nation]

Nostalgic af, right?