According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, approximately 3,400 children were treated in emergency rooms in 1999 for injuries related to backpacks. Many orthopaedic surgeons will tell parents to limit backpack weight to 20% of their body weight to prevent injuries. Many parents are considering the new wheeled backpacks. Here are the top five rolling backpacks for parents to consider.
1. Olympia Rolling Backpack
Rolling backpack features full lining, in-line skate wheels, adjustable center strap, self-repairing excel zippers, three section retractable handle system, comfortable padded back with padded wheel covers, and front mesh pocket with bungee cord.
2. High Sierra Wheeled Book Bag
This High Sierra product offers a large front-load main compartment, zippered front pocket with organizer, recessed retractable handle system, and 2x2 inline skate-style wheels with corner protectors. Special features include a mesh water bottle pocket on one side and accessory pocket with flap on the other, comfortable padded back with fold down wheel cover and well padded backpack straps.
3. LLBean Rolling Deluxe Book Bag
This rolling book bag from LL Bean features a strong frame with sturdy wheels for a smooth ride, a retractable handle and tuck-away straps that let you carry lighter loads with ease. It is made from rugged pack fabric with a ballistic nylon bottom. There are two main compartments and two mesh water bottle pockets. Front pockets with organizer panel keep supplies accessible.4. CalPak Rolling Backpack
This rolling backpack is just for those situations when you do not want to carry your bag. It is made from heavy-duty polyester and features a pull handle, in-line skate wheels, a large main compartment, a padded back, padded straps, and an interior organizer.5. TPro Lite Xtreme Rolling Backpack
TravelPro has created a very durable and attractive rolling backpack. I like this one because the straps can hide away so they are not in the way while rolling. It comes in blue, gray or green, and has a very durable fabric and frame. The handle also extends 42 inches so it can work well with older or taller kids.