Back to school Reebok backpacks
The selection of backpacks Reebok for the new school year brings together bags from the brand born in Bolton, England, designed for transitioning between classes, training, and the gym. Junior high students, high schoolers, and college students will find models with padded backs, featuring compartments that separate notebooks from sports gear, adorned with the brand's vector logo.
A bag for classes and training, on the same back.
From Bolton to the vector logo: the Reebok legacy
The story of Reebok begins in 1895 in Bolton, Lancashire, where Joseph William Foster supplies runners and pioneers athletic spikes. In 1958, two of his grandsons, Joe and Jeff Foster, establish a new brand and name it after the name in Afrikaans for the rhebok, a grey antelope from Southern Africa known for its agility. The vector logo, a sleek shape inspired by the British flag, appears in 1992; replaced in 2014, it returns in 2019 and currently adorns most of the brand's bags. This dual culture, English athletics and American fitness of the 1980s, explains the sporty look of its bags.
What size of Reebok bag for a day of classes
For a day of classes, a bag of twenty to thirty litres accommodates folders, a pencil case, a water bottle, and PE kit without overflowing. Below this, the size is suitable for a student travelling light or for one taking only a laptop and a notepad; beyond that, the bag becomes heavy to carry from morning to night. Also, check the internal organization: a padded pocket against the back protects the laptop or tablet, and a front pocket keeps keys, transportation card, and phone within easy reach. Bags designed for sport sometimes add a separate compartment, ideal for isolating a damp towel or a pair of trainers from the notebooks.
Carrying a loaded bag without straining the back
A loaded bag is carried on both straps, adjusted short enough so the top of the bag touches the shoulder blades and the bottom does not fall below the waist. When carried on one shoulder, it tilts the torso and eventually pulls on the lower back. Books and the laptop are packed against the back, with lighter items towards the outside to keep the weight close to the body. Doctors commonly advise not to exceed about one-tenth of the child's weight: a forty-kilo secondary school student should carry no more than four kilos. A chest strap, when the bag has one, stabilizes the load when cycling or running for the bus.
Other bag brands
The other brands in the selection, Eastpak, Herschel, Sandqvist, Rains, adidas Originals, Urban Classics, are gathered on the backpack page for the new school year.
Caring for the fabric and zippers of the bag
A Reebok bag made of polyester is cleaned by hand: empty it, turn the pockets inside out to remove crumbs and dust, then scrub the fabric with a soft brush and lukewarm soapy water. Using a washing machine is to be avoided, as it compresses the foam backing and weakens the straps' seams. Drying should be done outdoors, bag open and upside down, away from a radiator. The zippers last longer when you don't strain a bag that's overly full, and a bit of dry soap rubbed on a sticky zipper makes it slide smoothly again. Refreshed at the beginning of summer, the bag is ready for a new school year.
Frequently asked questions
How is the name Reebok pronounced?
In France, it is most often pronounced "ri-bok", close to the English pronunciation. The name comes from the Afrikaans rhebok, an antelope from Southern Africa, which Joe Foster found in a dictionary he won during a race as a child.
Can a Reebok bag backpack serve as a sports bag?
Yes, for a gym session or club training: an outfit, a water bottle, and a towel fit in. For a weekend tournament or bulky equipment, a larger sports bag is more practical.
What size computer fits in a backpack?
It depends on the internal pocket: compare the diagonal of your screen, in inches, to the size indicated on the bag specifications. A computer that is too large puts stress on the seams and distorts the back; a slim case adds protection against shocks.
Does a Reebok bag backpack resist rain?
Its polyester fabric can handle a shower on the way to school, but it is not waterproof, and water eventually seeps through the seams and zippers. Store documents and the laptop in a plastic pouch on days with heavy rain.
What backpack for a primary school child?
A bag of around fifteen litres is sufficient for primary school. It should not exceed the width of the shoulders or drop below the waist, and its padded straps should be adjustable as the child grows.
