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Keen Alameda 15 Laptop Bag

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Using recycled aluminum and repurposed rubber scraps from its footwear, Keen delivers a feature-packed bag you can feel good about.

Roomy main compartment offers space for books, binders and portfolios; internal laptop sleeve accommodates a 15.4 in. laptop computer
Main front flap opens wide with a U-shaped zipper for easy access to the interior; flap zips closed and stays shut with a magnetic connection point
Zippered pocket under flap features an organizer panel for electronic gadgets, pens and keys
Rear zippered pocket keeps magazines, files and important documents within reach
Side pockets stow a water bottle and compact umbrella
Wide shoulder strap with recycled-aluminum cam buckle adjusts for comfortable over-the-shoulder carrying; padded handle lets you haul it at your side
Recycled rubber, taken from the outsoles of Keen shoes, adds excellent abrasion resistance and a unique look to the bottom of the bag
Polyester construction with welded seams is water- and abrasion-resistant for years of use

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Keen Alameda 15 Laptop Bag Customer Reviews

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Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag

2.6

(based on 8 reviews)

57%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Weather proof (3)

Cons

Wears easily (3)

Best Uses

Commuting (4)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Practical (5)
- Primary use:
- Business (4)

Reviews

Reviewed by 8 customers

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Mar

2008

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great Laptop Bag!

By NinoM

from Lake Oswego, OR

About Me Practical

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Pros

Comfortable Strap
Good Protection
Lots Of Pockets And Features
Weatherproof

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Light Protection
Travel

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

I purchased this bag in a REI store on a whim. It has served me great so far. I love the urban look and the eco-friendly design. It holds everything my REI laptop backpack did and looks better to boot!

Dec

2009

(10 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Strap failed within 24 hours

By Gate73

from Greenwich, CT

About Me Avid Traveler, Office Professional

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Pros

Lightweight

Cons

Serious design flaw
Wears Easily

Best Uses

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

We bought this bag in anticipation of a four week overseas trip. Unfortunately, the strap failed within 24 hours of the bag's first use.(Naturally, the failure occurred just as we were deplaning after a 16 hour flight. Not a pretty sight.)

The strap is made of two materials: a padded nylon portion that is attached to a nylon webbing portion. The attachment of the two materials failed. Upon inspection, it appears that the two materials were joined by nothing more than glue.

Stay away from this bag--far, far away.

Sep

2008

(5 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

return to sender

By axle

from Evergreen, CO

About Me Practical, Studly

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Pros

Easy to open
Weatherproof

Cons

Insufficient Padding
Not Enough Pockets
Uncomfortable Strap
Wears Easily

Best Uses

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

The strap on this bag is enough reason to return it. Very uncomfortable. The zipper pull on the back broke off before I even left the store. I liked the magnetic latch on the front, but that is it. The cell phone pocket is on the wrong side for a right handed person and isn't adjustable. And the velcro part for that was already coming off. I had the bag for a week and couldn't wait to get back to town to return it.

Nov

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Poor Quality Construction and Materials

By CaribouRiver

from MN

About Me Office Professional

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Pros

Lots of Storage

Cons

Uncomfortable Strap
Wears Easily

Best Uses

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

The shoulder strap is stitched together in the middle. The stitching began to pull apart after just a few weeks of use and was about 25% unraveled when I returned it. Other stitching where the strap attaches to the bag began to disintegrate as well. I replaced it with a Timbuk2 Commute 2.0 Large with a lifetime warranty.

Service and delivery comments:

I purchased this from my local REI store and returned it as soon as the problems appeared.

Mar

2009

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Caution this bag is extremely spacious!

By jessylee

from Albuquerque, NM

About Me High-End Shopper, Practical, Stylish

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Pros

Comfortable Strap
Good Protection
Lots Of Pockets And Features
Rugged
Weatherproof

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting
Heavy Duty Protection

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

This is a great bag. This bag is extremely spacious and holds a lot of stuff. I tend to load it down so sometimes it's heavy, to heavy to carry but I'm a pack rat. It's kind of hard to open but it will deter a thief, I don't need to worry about my wallet or anything else being stolen or falling out. There have been times when I have forgotten to zip the front pocket where I keep my wallet, loose papers, bank card, check book, etc and the amazing thing is that nothing fell out of the pocket because the bag also has a magnetic flap. The shoulder strap is comfortable I would have preferred it in black but it's still a keeper.

Dec

2010

3.0

Great if you don't get thirsty!

By Erin Athlete

from San Jose, CA

About Me Classic, Practical

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Pros

Attractive
Comfortable
Good Strap Length
Roomy

Cons

Water bottles fall out

Best Uses

Computer
School

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

I love the look and feel of this bag. Unlike other users, after months of use, I have had no issues with the straps or compartments... except the water bottle compartments. They is deceptively shallow, and have no means of cinching the bottle or keeping it close. I am the type of person who always likes to have a bottle with me, but this bag holds no more than a 500ml disposable bottle, and even those tend to topple out if you aren't careful. I broke my favorite Nalgene when the bottle went flying from the bag in the middle of an airport terminal as I was walking to the gate.

Water bottle usage aside, I love the look and feel of this bag. There are ample compartments for papers, laptop, headphones, etc. The fact that it's waterproof, but a little less industrial-looking than the Timbuk2's is also very nice. If you don't mind throwing your bottle in the bag, or don't carry water, I would recommend this product. If you do want easy access to your water bottle, keep looking!

Nov

2010

2.0

Mistake to buy..should have read reviews

By visionrad

from Arlington, VA

About Me Career, Comfort-Oriented, Modern, Practical

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Pros

Attractive
Roomy

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Airplane travel
Commuting
Computer
Office
School

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

I should have read the reviews. I bought this bag a few months ago and I've used it extensively, for work and international travel, and after gradual frustration with the ergonomics, ended up buying the Osprey Astro instead.

Pros: I haven't had quality problems, unlike others. its a good looking bag, IMO, which honestly is one of the reasons I bought it. Its fairly roomy as well.

Cons: The major problem I have is access. Mine doesn't have a magnet closure that I can identify, nor any velcro. The only open/close mechanism is a zipper that, due to the odd shape of opening, is kind of awkward to use. If you don't use this zipper, the default state of the bag is open; no velcro to close the front flap. The opening itself makes it awkward to get a laptop in/out.

The front zipper is also kind of awkward, and the front storage pockets aren't that useful. The straps extend into the side pockets, limiting their usefulness.

I wouldn't buy this again. As above, the Osprey Astro is much more comfortable and ergonomic.

Jan

2010

3.0

Great bag...so far!

By Fishhead

from Cookeville, TN

About Me Student

Pros

Adjustable
Comfortable
Lots of Storage

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Keen Alameda 15 Computer Bag:

Great bag, but the magnetic connection point is a concern for me. I may be a little paranoid, but I don't want magnets anywhere near my hard drive, so I cut the magnets out :-) A "hooks and loops" connection point would be an improvement!