By Susan Seliger
Time to get the kids — and yourself — ready for Fall. Tired of that heavy old backpack? Here’s one from Progressive Kid – a web store with some of the best eco-friendly stuff for your favorite small fries — that will work for you, too.
It’s Good: It’s smaller than the average pack (1300 cubic inches/22 liters capacity; 1 pound 9 ounces/.71 kilograms weight). Plus it’s got these features:
- Single zip front panel access with mesh and fabric utility pockets
- Pass-through access to internal pocket
- Two recycled PET mesh side pockets
- Recycled spacer mesh harness and back panel
- Recycled removable web waist strap
- Recycled PET stretch woven cell phone/electronics harness pocket
- Recycled PET main body fabric
- Recycled Regrind buckles
- Internal front panel organization
- Internal laptop sleeve
- Smart key clip that works with electronic keys
It’s Green: Made by Osprey, known for their earth-friendly ReSource series from 70 percent recycled materials. Also the color names alone are worth it: Rainforest green or glacier blue.
It’s Here: Progressive Kids Store
It’s: $59
Photo credit: ProgressiveKid.com