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The Targus Groove Notebook Backpack is the affordable backpack for your notebook and all of your gear. The padded sleeve protects notebooks with screens up to 15.4". The front section provides generous storage for CDs, pens, a key clip, mobile phone pocket and a port hole for headphones. In addition, there is an extra pocket for files or accessories and even a side pocket for your water bottle. All these features are designed into a durable nylon case with a PVC bottom for protection against water and wear making this the backpack to own.
Features:
Padded sleeve protects notebooks with screens up to 15.4"
Front storage section includes padded cd and mobile phone pockets with port hole for headphones, pen loops, and key clip
Extra pocket for files or accessories
Side Pocket for extra storage and water bottle transport
Durable PVC bottom to protect against water and wear
Technical Specs:
Color: Black
Device Compatibility: 14.2" x 2" x 11"
Exterior Dimensions: 15.1" x 7.75" x 17"
Exterior Material: Nylon
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Weight: 2.42lbs
Features:
Padded sleeve protects notebooks with screens up to 15.4"
Front storage section includes padded cd and mobile phone pockets with port hole for headphones, pen loops, and key clip
Extra pocket for files or accessories
Side Pocket for extra storage and water bottle transport
Durable PVC bottom to protect against water and wear
Technical Specs:
Color: Black
Device Compatibility: 14.2" x 2" x 11"
Exterior Dimensions: 15.1" x 7.75" x 17"
Exterior Material: Nylon
Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Weight: 2.42lbs
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Targus Groove 16" Notebook Backpack is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
David I. from
very nice
very nice~
Date published: 2020-06-15T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
eldahoud from
16 inch Groove Backpacks
Excellent size. Internal storage places that work. The material is durable.
Date published: 2022-12-13T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sreng81 from
Solid Laptop Backpack
This backpack is the right size for most laptops. It has three main pockets and plenty of space and dividers for organizing your things. The quality seems very good, but I cannot comment on durability. My old backpack lasted at least ten years, so I expect the same out of this one. The fabric, zippers, and straps are high quality. The only complaint is the shoulder straps seem a little too small. I need more room to sling it on my back with a coat on. I am an average size guy.
Date published: 2019-03-29T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
eps327 from
Excellant Backpack
I've had mine for 6 yeard and it has little to no wear. I'm very hard on my equipment and this bag is really a suprise. For the money you can't go wrong. It's sturdy, well padded, and there isn't a flimsy part about it. Buy it and the next time you see me you'll thank me.
Date published: 2012-02-16T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SmithZ from
Good product
Good product very useful bag for short traveling, and maybe, with a laptop. The only downside of this bag is the main zip doesn't have anti-slip function like provided in Samsonite's bags.
Date published: 2019-12-01T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
josgrevar from
Best backpacks ever!
8 years of heavy use, and still going strong! Best backpack I've ever had. It's actually the second Targus bag I've owned. The first one lasted me over 10 years. Same model.
Date published: 2023-09-25T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
IMVJordan from
Perfunctory Replacement
This Targus product is a good, not great, replacement for the HP product that I previously owned. Not enthused about this product's overall engineering (earphone hole on top of compartment - rain water leaked into hole). Not as feature-rich as previous HP product that I owned. For example, there is no padlock holes, or other locking mechanism, on computer compartment for added security. Auxiliary compartments are undersized a bit, for my tastes when attempting to carry other books / electronics.
Date published: 2012-05-04T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sasha from
Extremely strong and value for money
I bought this bag 13 yrs ago. Best purchase I've ever made. I call it my take everywhere bag. I use it 6 days per week, it has been on every trip and a few overnight hikes for the last 13 yrs, it has moved me to Mexico and back. The straps finally broke a few weeks ago and I was devastated. I stitched then back up and I'm still using it. I'm however thinking of getting another one. This bag is just amazing.
Date published: 2023-04-07T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
xistag from
The Best Backpack I've Ever Had
I am yet another reviewer here that has had this model of backpack for nearly 13 years now. Came back to the Targus site to check out their latest offerings as it is finally starting to fray to the point where it isn't as comfortable to wear as it used to be, but with that said, the first bit of fraying did not happen until about 7 years into ownership with this bag.
This bag has been with me for so many phases of my lifetime both during and after college. I've taken it with me after living in 3 different states over the past decade and it has held up for every challenge I had for it. I can't tell you the amount of times I've overstuffed this bag and it still held up very well. Even with the fraying that is happening, there are no holes or gashes in the bag that compromises the interior. Some of the interior compartments have gotten a beating over time and are falling apart on the inside, but the backpack is still very usable.
It's hard to part with this bag after it has been with me for this long in my lifetime thus far, but I hope the other products on Targus' website are just as durable and well made, especially for such an affordable price. They will definitely have a very happy customer for life.
If you want a backpack that you know will withstand the test of time and can take on most types of adventures you throw at it and at a good price, this is it.
Date published: 2023-08-01T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Scott from
A nice pack for organizing your business.
My old one had more pockets and I like that better. But still a nice pack.
Date published: 2021-02-05T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mark R from
Just bought my third one.
I buy a new one every three or four years. It does the job. I love it.
Date published: 2020-07-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jay from
Perfect
I've had mine so long I honestly forgot where I got it. I had to look it up. I used it 5 days a week for years. It's finally time for a replacement. Great bag! Tons of pockets, pouches, seperations, etc for carrying lots of different items.
Date published: 2020-02-12T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Parag from
A true Workhorse
After 8 years and over 20 countries, this back pack's zipper finally gave in. Seriously ergonomic and a reliable back pack with enough room for everything.
Date published: 2019-10-14T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Prem from
Excellent Product
Good for laptop bag for office use, Good Feedback from employees.
Date published: 2017-06-07T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
jay1116 from
Spacious durable bag that's lasted 13+ years.
This is by far the best backpack I've ever had. It's finally starting to fray and fall apart, so I need a new one. Actually, it started to fray about 3 years ago, and that speaks volumes to how strong it is. Normally when a backpack starts to fray, it's trash after about 3 months.
The good:
1. Capacity: The backpack holds your whole day. I've traveled with this backpack, and can honestly fit more things in here than a carry on bag.
2. Light weight. I have another backpack that feels heavier than this bag with nothing in it.
3. Durable: given how many times I've overstuffed the bag, I'm amazed it took this long to fray. I'm most surprised by the double lining on the bag. Where a hole would lead to contents being exposed, the fraying has only affected the top layer of the bag, keeping things inside protected.
4. Comfort: I received the bag free with my laptop, so I didn't use it much when I first got it. But then one day I put it on. I was shocked how comfortable it felt. Even after 13 years, with thinned out padding on the straps, the bag is still relatively comfortable.
5. Protection: This will protect your laptop, only when it's in the laptop compartment. Don't make the mistake I did with my latest laptop.
6. Compartments galore. This is actually a joy and pain, but I love having multiple places to separate things. This comes in handy for dance class, when I need to separate wet clothes from everything else.
7. Easy loading, thanks to the zippers and design.
The bad:
The bag does fairly well in the rain, but would be nice to have the rain protector I've seen on other bags.
Also, the number of hidden compartments is a bit much. The compartments within compartments thing means things can easily get misplaced, and take time to find. I've accidentally left food in my bag because when I emptied it out, I missed a compartment.
Overall, the quality of this bag has sent me back here. I would consider buying this bag again. However, I'm also considering other things, because Targus has made so many improvements on design in 13 years. But if you want a spacious bag that will get you through the day, or a trip, and protect your laptop, this is it.
Date published: 2023-07-04T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
null from
This is a pretty good bag. It is not the top of the line, regarding quality, but it will serve the purpose of keep my work laptop protected when I commute between my home and the office.
Date published: 2021-10-18T16:59:53-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
kc from
laptop bag
good backpack, lot of space
Date published: 2023-07-03T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Hieu Ha from
Nice backpack
It fits perfectly my 16inch gaming laptop.
Date published: 2023-06-06T00:00:00-04:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Abi from
Not worth the money
Bag size and style was not as expected . A bit high priced
Date published: 2023-01-03T00:00:00-05:00
Rated 5 out of
5 by
WIMCO Corp from
Outstanding Item as a gift to employees or as an extra at onboarding
Nice size compartments, suitable for our needs and monograms nicely.
Date published: 2023-09-13T00:00:00-04:00