UF Product Review
by ez

If like me you watched the film 'Yamakasi' and went on a mission to find the backpacks used in the movie, you'll understand fully how difficult it is to find them.  I searched everywhere with every brand imaginable without any luck.  What I was searching for was a backpack that was comfortable, able to hold all necessary items (cell phone, wallet, water, beanie hat, jelly babies, plasters, straps and in some cases my digi cam), and yet still small enough to be able to run from one spot to another without feeling like I was going camping.  In my quest to find the perfect backpack, I went through many different types until accidentally happening upon the Billabong one.  The picture above doesn't really do it justice, as when strapped onto your back, its tiny.  It has many different compartments and has a load of secret ones too (in case you are carrying contraband). The best bit of all is that I picked mine up for only £18.  The straps are fully adjustable for ultra comfort and there's a link that you can hook between both the shoulder straps (chest level), which means you can go running with it on and not have to worry about it slipping or working its way off.



Style - Although the pic above shows a sandy coloured one, the one I have has a black and orange colour scheme and looks fine. Many varieties available.  Heavily branded with Billabong all over it but with this company you always get good quality. 4/5

Fit - Fully adjustable to suit everybody's requirements.  Shoulder straps are padded thickly to provide ultimate comfort.  You can go out running with this on and hardly notice its there. 5/5

Grip - N/A

Shock resistance - N/A

Weight - Made from very strong canvas type material and very light. 4/5

Durability - Have had mine for about 7 months and have even trained while wearing it (rolling) with no wear and tear.  5/5

Value - Picked mine up from a surf store for £18.  4/5

Overall - If you are after a small backpack that can carry all of your necessary items, you won't go far wrong with this one.  4/5


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