He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school. By Clay Risen Murray McCory, who founded the outdoor equipment company JanSport ...

After the death of Murray McCory, a founder of the outdoors equipment company JanSport, readers recalled how their backpacks served them on life’s journeys. By Amisha Padnani Amisha Padnani is an ...

Is the Eastsport or JanSport backpack better? Both Eastsport and JanSport are common names when it comes to back-to-school shopping and backpacks. Both of these brands are trusted and familiar, but ...

This article contains affiliate links. For decades, the JanSport backpack has been an undisputed icon. It's the symbol of back-to-school, a trusted travel companion, and a product so legendary for its ...

Backpacks have come a long way from their original utilitarian function. These days, backpacks are both functional, carrying books, overnight gear or supplies, and stylish. Whether you are living the ...

Which is best, JanSport or Nike backpacks? Both Nike and JanSport are recognizable brands all around the world, although both are known for different reasons. While Nike is a crowd favorite among ...

Yes, this is a brand new backpack, and it's for sale (or will be, in spring 2011). In 1972, Jansport put out a grande-size aluminum-frame backpack (revolutionizing the look of retro gear for decades ...