BACKPACK REVIEW
All Over Print Backpack
Stephen Joseph
Generous capacity with some nice organizational features; not bad on comfort.
MSRP: $29.90
Mfr. Recommended Age: School-age kids
Capacity: Excellent
Organization: Very Good
Comfort: Good
Fit: Good
Quality: Good
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THE SCOOP
The Fun
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Generous size
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Lots of compartments
The Frustration
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Minimal padding
The Specs
Capacity: Excellent
12"W x 16"H x 6.5"D
The All Over Print has some pretty spacious accommodations. A full-sized folder, small notebook, and a couple books fit inside with room to spare. A change of clothes fits right in as well.
Organization: Very Good
This one's a winner when it comes to pockets. The main opening of this bag has a sizable back compartment. It's not fully secure (it doesn't seal off with velcro, snaps, or the like), but the elastic lining does a fair job of keeping things tucked in. The front pocket is sizable enough to hold a change of clothes, though it doesn't have any compartments for pens, pencils, permission slips, etc.. There are two generous side pockets, both of which are large enough to hold a water bottle. Bonus: A zip pocket at the top of the bag. It's small but handy for items kiddos want to access quickly.
Comfort & Fit
Comfort: Good
Like the Wildkin Sidekick, this pack has somewhat minimal padding on the shoulder straps and across the back. The sizable front pocket helps distribute weight, but it doesn't have a front strap to take some of that weight off little backs and shoulders.
Fit: Good
Again like the Wildkin Sidekick, this backpack was too long for a 4-year-old, 42" child to wear comfortably. Once a child has grown into it, the Sidekick still fits well at the 48" end of the spectrum. If you're considering this pack, we recommend holding off until the little one is closer to five.
Quality: Good
The pack arrived in good condition. The colors are vibrant and the zippers work well. The front interior pocket is unlined.
Conclusion
The All Over Print is cheerful and spacious. It's the size and shape of a school backpack, but it doesn't have the same level of padding as some of the other models we reviewed to help cushion little backs and shoulders.
