BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY - Lands’ End StudyHaul backpack review and giveaway plus a $10 Wal-Mart gift card
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If you are breathing, I’m pretty sure you’ve seen some sort of back-to-school promotion already, whether it is your local store stocking up on school supplies or TV commercials for the latest kids fashions, it is about that time of year.
One of the staples of “back-to-school” time is the backpack. I don’t know what the statistics actually are, but I’d bet most kids use a backpack over any other sort of book bag. As a parent, you have to balance your kids desire to have the coolest look and your desire to have a durable, functional pack that doesn’t leave them walking like the Hunchback of Notre Dame.
Lands’ End recently sent me one of their Cordura StudyHaul Backpacks to try and this pack seems to fit the bill for affordability, durability, style, fit and function.
Basic Details:
From Lands’ End:
Cordura® StudyHaul is made for kids who are tough on packs. It’s made of Cordura nylon, which resists tears and abrasions better than other standard pack cloth. In fact, it’s three times more durable than standard polyester, and two times more durable than standard nylon. The pack is also made for ultra-organizers. Compartments on both sides give them plenty of pockets for all their school supplies and more. Plus, an exterior stash pocket gives them a handy place to store a light jacket, notebook, or book. A big main compartment stores plenty of books. 100% Cordura nylon. 17″Hx13 1/2″Wx6 1/2″D. 1490 cu. in. Spot clean. Imported.
Tough and organized.
* Side pockets have compartments for all their supplies
* Stash pocket keeps smaller items handy
* Wide-opening top is easy to load
* Cordura® nylon resists tears and abrasions better than standard pack cloth
* Reflective trim helps make them visible
* C-shaped padded shoulder straps fit kids better
* MP3/CD player pouch & cord port for tunes
How it’s made:
The StudyHaul backpack is well made and appears very durable. The fabric seems tougher than your typical backpack and I think it will hold up well to the rough and tumble life of any student! All the pockets, attachments and straps are sturdy and strong and will hold up well to a ton of abuse. The back of the pack and the straps are padded in all the right places to help make this pack as comfortable as possible when loaded down with books, as I’m sure it will be each and every day.
How it functions:
This backpack was made for the truly organized or at least those who strive to be. There is a main large pocket for all of a student’s books, is tall enough to accommodate some larger items and opens wide enough for easy access. In front of that are two smaller compartments to store any items that they need to access quick and easy. The sides of the pack are where the real cool stuff happens. Each side contains a vertical pocket accessed by a zipper. One side with places for pens, a pouch for a calculator, a clip for keys and a couple of extra pouches for a wallet or anything else your student carries around. The other vertical pocket has a pouch for an mp3 player, a zippered mesh pocket for some loose items and another pocket and even has a slot/cord port that they can put their headphones through to listen to their tunes while their mp3 player stays tucked safely in their pack.
How it fits:
This pack fits comfortably on the back. The padding, the arched straps and the overall shape of the pack really make it feel light and comfortable, even when loaded with books. It is not real wide and therefore keeps the weight of the pack centered on the back rather than shifting back and forth which helps to keep your student comfortable and make the pack easy to carry even when full.
How it looks:
The StudyHaul backpack looks rugged and durable, but attractive. I received the Garnet color and I really like it, but it is not necessarily for the girly-girl. There are two shades of red on the pack, both are attractive and would work for both boys and girls. The accents are done in a nice dark grey and compliment the red very well. There is also some reflective fabric throughout, on the front of the pack and up and down the straps in order to help keep your student visible.
The bottom line:
If you looking for a durable, attractive, comfortable and roomy backpack with enough compartments to accommodate even the most organized of students, this pack is definitely worth a look. I was impressed with the quality and it certainly lives up to the Lands’ End name.
If you are interested in the Lands’ End StudyHaul backpack, or any of their huge line of backpacks visit their website at: landsend.com. They have a very large selection and you are sure to find one that suits both you and your child. All of the backpacks at Lands’ End carry their “Guaranteed. Period.” guarantee, which means if you are not satisfied for any reason you may return your purchase for exchange or a full refund. Lands’ End has offered our readers an extra bonus too, FREE SHIPPING now through July 30th; just use the code BACKPACK and the pin 2784.
About the giveaway:
Lands’ End not only sent me a backpack to use and review, they sent me 2 of them, which means one of our lucky readers gets one too! In addition, we here at What’s That Smell? are throwing in a $10 gift card to Wal-Mart to help fill the backpack with school supplies.
One reader will win the following:
1 garnet colored Lands’ End StudyHaul backpack and a $10 Wal-Mart gift card. Total value: $49.50
How to enter:
- Visit the backpack department at Lands’ End and pick your favorite pack from their large selection
- Come back here and leave a comment stating which one is your favorite and who you would buy it for
Earn an additional entry for each of the following activities:
- Subscribe/be subscribed to our newsletter
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NOTE: You must provide an additional comment for each additional entry you have earned.
This giveaway is open the continental USA only and ends at noon August 8, 2008.
Winner will be selected by random drawing using Random.org.
Note: Please make sure to enter our other great giveaways:
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Tags: Contests/Giveaways, Lands End, Reviews, StudyHaul backpack
July 25th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
I like the one you have and I also liked the green. If I was buying one it would be for my son and he would like the red better then the green I like. I already do get your emails whoo hoo !
July 25th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
I like the Multitask Backpack in Concord Purple for moi.. LOL , for my son Gabriel likes the Boys Pre-school in Cobalt, they have some really nice back packs!
phillipsonlygirl at gmail dot com
July 25th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
We are of course e-mail subscribers!
July 25th, 2008 at 12:38 pm
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July 25th, 2008 at 12:38 pm
Of course you knew we’d blog:
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July 25th, 2008 at 12:41 pm
We stumbled!
July 25th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
I’d get the Wheeled MultiTask Backpack for my daughter. Thanks so much for the opportunity.
July 25th, 2008 at 2:51 pm
I would go with the girls solid preschool backpack for my 4 year old.
July 25th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
I am subscribed
July 25th, 2008 at 2:59 pm
and I stumbled.
July 25th, 2008 at 3:17 pm
I like the design on the Uniform Print ClassMate Junior Backpack. thanks for the giveaway!
July 25th, 2008 at 4:47 pm
I had a featherlight when in college and loved it! I thnk the preschool ones are adorable.
Love the new cordura one you are giving away. Very excited about this one as the oldest starts fullday preschool in the fall!!
July 25th, 2008 at 4:49 pm
Oh and I have the button.
July 25th, 2008 at 4:50 pm
My favorite is the Solid ClassMate™ Junior Backpack for my son! Thank you for the giveaway!
July 25th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
First I have to say, I LOVE school supply stuff. Backpacks, pencils, notebooks, etc…love it all.
With that said, if I were to buy one from that site RIGHT NOW, I would get the girls preschool one (purple with flowers).
My son has an old preschool one that has thomas the train on it and my daughter likes to wear it. So I would get her a new one for girls!
July 25th, 2008 at 5:16 pm
I am one of your subscribers…I have the info on my google home page so I can always see your top three newest blogs!!
July 25th, 2008 at 5:16 pm
I have your button on my blog
July 25th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
I am subscribed
July 25th, 2008 at 5:41 pm
They really do have a large selection to choose from. My personal favorite is the ClassMate™ Wheel Pack in light lilac. I would buy this for my son. I would have to re-think the color though, as the light lilac is my favorite, not too sure if it would go over well for him.
July 25th, 2008 at 10:34 pm
love the multitask backpack!
thanks!
moore.g at insideconnect.net
July 25th, 2008 at 10:34 pm
we are already subscriber!
thanks!
moore.g at insideconnect.net
July 25th, 2008 at 10:41 pm
I LOVE this blog. Thanks for the email reply. I’ll get on that Paypal
We like the Print Classmate Junior BackPack. I’m also about to add your button. Again..great blog!!
July 26th, 2008 at 12:53 am
I just LOVE the Wheeled MultiTask Backpack in Vintage Olive. I think the wheeled backpacks are great! Saves the back!
July 26th, 2008 at 12:53 am
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July 26th, 2008 at 12:55 am
I subscribed to your newsletter!!!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:09 am
I have your button on my sidebar!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:10 am
I blogged about this great giveaway!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:35 am
And Lastly I Stumbled this post!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:57 am
My girls were fighting just yesterday about backpacks and we left the store with NOTHING instead.
I want:
Classmate wheel in pink and anything BUT pink!
July 26th, 2008 at 2:19 am
My personal fav is the Uniform Print ClassMate Junior Backpack. My oldest got a LL bean backpack last year so if I win this, it will go to my youngest dd.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:20 am
Already a subscriber!
July 26th, 2008 at 2:22 am
Blogged about this contest:
http://www.allaboutkimberly.com/backpack
July 26th, 2008 at 2:27 am
You are officially stumbled.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:29 am
And finally….you are dugg!
July 26th, 2008 at 2:29 am
I would get the Wheeled MultiTask backpack in dark cobalt blue for my brother…he loves any kind of backpack with wheels because it’s just easier to deal with!
July 26th, 2008 at 2:29 am
And I’m already a subscriber! =)
July 26th, 2008 at 5:24 am
I love the one you have posted but the other one I like would be the Solid ClassMate™ Backpack in lilac color,so cute,I keep foster kids an the state doesnt always provide them with nice back to school items,so this would be so nice,thanks
July 26th, 2008 at 7:32 am
I am also a subscriber
July 26th, 2008 at 7:50 am
Print ClassMate™ Junior Backpack is my favorite.
July 26th, 2008 at 7:52 am
I am a subscriber.
July 26th, 2008 at 8:06 am
I liked the Boys’ Preschool Backpack. I would give it to my son.
July 26th, 2008 at 8:44 am
Uniform multitask backpack in black is the one Id pick for my son for his Senior year of High School! Hes had a rough summer and needs a boost, wrecked his first vehicle because of a tire blowout and hes not been able to find a summer job because of the economy.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:06 am
I like the Boys Preschool Backpack in Blue. I would purchase it for my son who will be going to 4k.
gratefulsoul at hotmail.com
July 26th, 2008 at 9:09 am
My favorite is the ClassMate Wheel Backpack. I’d buy it for my daughter to use at school. It seems that each year the kids have to carry more books, notebooks, etc. and I do not like the idea of them carrying the load on their backs. The wheels would be perfect.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:13 am
it is hard to decide a favorite in the lands end line. My son is entering middle school this year and would definitely opt for the Wheeled MultiTask Backpack in black (the only color he wears these days). As for my daughter the Ergo Junior backpack is already on her wishlist!
July 26th, 2008 at 9:16 am
I like the MultiTask Backpack for my 12 year old son. It holds everything from school supplies to jackets. A very versatile backpack. Thanks for the opportunity!
July 26th, 2008 at 9:19 am
love the organization here and the sturdiness
July 26th, 2008 at 9:22 am
I like the Ergo backpack in pink.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:23 am
I really like the CassMate Wheel backpack. I would give it to my husband for use when we travel.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:56 am
Ergo Junior Backpack for our daughter in pink.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:57 am
My son is in middle school and it’s all about cool. He likes the messenger bag from Lands End. I like this backpack because of the organizational features. Hey and a gift card to fill it who could ask for more.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:59 am
The multitask backpack is great
July 26th, 2008 at 10:03 am
I like the Multitask Backpack in black.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:10 am
I am a subscriber. I like the Multitask Backpack. Thanks for this great giveaway.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:12 am
My favorite is the ClassMate Wheel Pack in pink! It would be perfect to wheel around all those heavy school books! I would buy it for my daughter.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:13 am
I like the featherlight in green for my son who is going into first grade!!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:13 am
i’ve just added your button too!!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:14 am
I have your button in my side bar
http://samsakara.blogspot.com/
July 26th, 2008 at 10:14 am
I like the FeatherLight Backpack. I’d give it to my sister.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:15 am
I added your contest to my blog here
http://samsakara.blogspot.com/2008/07/contest_26.html
July 26th, 2008 at 10:16 am
I subscribed to your RSS feed.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:16 am
Uniform Solid ClassMate™ Junior Backpack in orange for my son. thanks.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:21 am
I added your button to my blog at…
http://randomthoughtsandsuggestions.blogspot.com/
July 26th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Ya know, I never think of Land’s End for things like backpacks (tsk, tsk!) but now I see that I should!! I an totally digging the Uniform MultiTask Backpack in Berry!! I can see so may uses for it for ME! (insert evil laugh)
Great giveaway!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:26 am
Already a happy subscriber.:)
July 26th, 2008 at 10:27 am
And of course you are on my sidebar dearies!!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:43 am
I love the multitask backpack, it would be perfect for my daughter. I’ve always loved LE products, they are so durable. Thanks for offering it!
July 26th, 2008 at 10:46 am
These last like they should all school year.
July 26th, 2008 at 10:53 am
classmate in pink
July 26th, 2008 at 10:59 am
I like the junior backpack. I have been looking for a backpack for my daughter who is starting kindergarten and they all look so big. This would be a perfect size.
July 26th, 2008 at 11:29 am
I like the girls preschool backpack in Light Lilac. I would love to win this backpack for my daughter who starts first grade this fall, it’s a wonderful backpack! Thanks for a great giveaway!
July 26th, 2008 at 11:43 am
I like the “MulitTask” backpack, it would be great to work on my son’s organization skills! I’d love to win this great prize for him to start junior high!!
July 26th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
I get the Uniform ClassMate™ Wheel Pack in blue for my oldest daughter. She’s going into 5th grade and I promised when her backpack weighed more that her (and it did last year) I’d get her one with wheels!
Thanks for the chance!
July 26th, 2008 at 12:45 pm
My daughter is going off to college and badly needs a backpack - we can’t afford one nearly this well made, but I am keeping my fingers crossed. My favorite one is fact the Uniform Cordura Studyhall backpack in the berry color!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:04 pm
I like the girls preschool backpack in the lilac shown.
July 26th, 2008 at 1:04 pm
I’m subscribed
July 26th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
My daughter really likes the Print ClassMate Junior Backpack with the flowers. She has a think for pink. So this would be for her!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:31 pm
I love and need this backpack. I got 5 kids and I love this.
thank you
July 26th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
I would donate the backpack to a local center that helps school children from needy families who otherwise could not afford a backpack.
I’ll splurge on something fun from Wal Mart like candy, snacks or a DVD
July 26th, 2008 at 1:33 pm
What a great back to school prize.
Thanks for all the wonderful contests!
July 26th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
Uniform MultiTask Backpack in black is my favorite and I would be giving this to my son Ryan
July 26th, 2008 at 2:13 pm
the classmate jr look great
July 26th, 2008 at 2:14 pm
My favorite is the Uniform Wheeled Classmate Junior. I would buy this for my grandson. Thank you for the contest.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:25 pm
I like the MultiTask backpack in black. I think that would pretty much carry it all. Thanks for the giveaway.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
I’m subscribed to your email too.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:37 pm
I like the ClassMate™ Wheel Pack — purple!! It would be great for my niece.
July 26th, 2008 at 2:37 pm
I’d buy the FeatherLight backpack in navy for my granddaughter, because with all the stuff she hauls around, she doesn’t need any extra weight.
July 26th, 2008 at 3:03 pm
LOVE the ClassMate™ Wheel Pack. This has GOT to be better than kids carrying all that stuff on their backs! I’d like to get the giveaway pack for my daughter!
Thanks!!
July 26th, 2008 at 3:04 pm
I love the Multitask Backpacks. They look like they could hold everything.
July 26th, 2008 at 3:27 pm
Hey Kim-
Wow it looks like you had success with your Smashbox Cosmetics Giveaway. I tried to get in on the action, but I just couldn’t keep up! haha o well. anyways, How have you been?
I would love the Preschool girls backpack for my daughter. The purple one with flowers. Awesome giveaway, thanks so much girl~!
Hope all is well with u and yours, Mary
July 26th, 2008 at 3:29 pm
Stumbled this post! Oh, and I forgot to say I’d love to win the backpack for my daughter. Duh! =)
July 26th, 2008 at 3:32 pm
Dugg ya- username Mary512
Forgot to say my Stumble upon username is hellomary018. Wow I’m forgetful today!
July 26th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
Blogged ya:
http://mommyland512.blogspot.com/2008/07/win-lands-end-backpack_9529.html
Thanks again!
July 26th, 2008 at 3:54 pm
I would pick the Uniform MultiTask backpack for my niece!!
July 26th, 2008 at 3:57 pm
I am subscribed
July 26th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
I like the Light Lilac Classmate Wheel Pack.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:16 pm
I like the Uniform FeatherLight Backpack in green.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:17 pm
I have your button.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:20 pm
I’m a subscriber.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:30 pm
I like the Uniform Ergo backpack. I would get it for my daughter because her current backpack is falling apart.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:33 pm
I would get Print ClassMate Junior Backpack for my sisters.
July 26th, 2008 at 4:46 pm
the uniform multi-task for grandson pete
July 26th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
Subscribed. Thanks.
gkstratos@ yahoo.com
July 26th, 2008 at 5:04 pm
My favorite is the Rugby Backpack and I would buy it for my son.
gkstratos@ yahoo.com
July 26th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
I like the uniform solid classmate junior backpack with wheels and a handle. My son loves this type of backpack.
July 26th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
I love the pink ClassMate™ Wheel Pack
July 26th, 2008 at 5:15 pm
I’m an email subscriber as well.
July 26th, 2008 at 5:44 pm
I blogged you here:)
http://saveyourmoneymama.blogspot.com/2008/07/happy-saturday-enter-some-giveaways.html
July 26th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
I like the Rugby. Thanks great giveaway.
July 26th, 2008 at 6:49 pm
my lily would love the girls solid preschool backpack. what a great product
July 26th, 2008 at 7:13 pm
Solid ClassMate™ Junior Backpack for the little ones!
July 26th, 2008 at 7:27 pm
The SturdyHaul in black appeals to me. I’d keep it and wear it on hikes.
Thanks for the contest.
July 26th, 2008 at 7:28 pm
I love the MultiTask Backpack in garnet. I would love to win this prize for my son RJ. What a wonderful giveaway. Thanks for offering this.
July 26th, 2008 at 7:32 pm
I love the Sturdy Haul Backpack in black, love all the pockets and neat way its designed, really would love to win this, thanks for the contest with such a useful prize. Good Luck to all!!!
July 26th, 2008 at 8:00 pm
The one you have is awesome, I also like te girs and the boys preschool backpacks! I would give mine to one of my grandchildren. Since I buy the school supplies for 6 children, winning a backpack would be a great help. Thanks for the chance
July 26th, 2008 at 8:37 pm
My daughter loved the Print ClassMate Junior Backpack. They make such great backpacks.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:01 pm
The mutitasker you cant beat it
July 26th, 2008 at 9:15 pm
I like the Uniform Featherlight in Dark Cobalt and I’d buy it for my nephew, Jack!
July 26th, 2008 at 9:26 pm
I love the girls’ preschool backpacks. How nice not to see a bunch of character on them. I’ve got 3 kids if I won, one of them would be getting it.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
Wheeled MultiTask Backpack is my favorite I would get for my nephew. He always has heavy stuff it seems and this would be helpful for him.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Print ClassMate Junior Backpack $32.00 Solid
July 26th, 2008 at 9:30 pm
I subsribed to your newsletter too.
July 26th, 2008 at 9:33 pm
I like the Print ClassMate Junior Backpack. Thank you
July 26th, 2008 at 9:34 pm
I also subscribed to your newsletter too!!!
July 26th, 2008 at 9:56 pm
I’d buy the wheeled classmate junior in pink for my niece who is starting 1st grade in the fall. pink is her favorite color and well the wheels would help her carry her things and wouldn’t be hard on her cause she’s still a small kid. thanks!:)
July 26th, 2008 at 10:31 pm
I’d get the Uniform MultiTask Backpack in black for myself. I go to school so a new one would be nice.
July 26th, 2008 at 11:04 pm
like the SturdyHaul, i would keep it for myself
thanx
July 26th, 2008 at 11:27 pm
I like all the backpacks from Lands End. They are the uniform provider for my boys school. My oldest has the colleigate backback and my little guy needs one! I put your button on my sidebar
July 26th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
put your button on my side bar
July 26th, 2008 at 11:49 pm
Digg it!!!
July 27th, 2008 at 12:04 am
I really like the Uniform Cordura backpack and would probably get it in black. My kids like that. LOVE Lands’ End. Great giveaway. Thanks. (PS I am also a subscriber).
July 27th, 2008 at 12:07 am
What a great giveaway! I also like the FeatherLight Backpack in blue. I’d get it for my son.
July 27th, 2008 at 12:18 am
I like the Featherlight Backpack and would buy it for my son.