You've read (or will read) other's comments and I agree with everyone. Tough outside layer, soft inside layer, hefty backpack straps, LOVE LOVE LOVE the side and top zippers, and perfect fit for my djembes (djembi?). I really was expecting to get a flimsy or poor fitting bag, but I was wrong! I haven't been this pleased with a purchase in a long while, where the product exceeded my expectations.So let's address the issues brought up by another reviewer. Yes, the carrying handle is placed in an spot that's not really balanced. But I haven't found it to be too bad. It would probably be a good idea for the next version of this bag to have the handle relocated. But don't let it stop you from getting it! I've found that if I hand carry it with the head to the rear, it's not bad. Anyway, I got it mainly for the backpack straps. These aren't just straps you can loop your arms through, these are honest-to-goodness beefy, padded backpack straps! My little adventure jam group will be hiking out to remote areas to make music and I think I will be very, very comfortable with this bag. Plus, I believe it's also waterproof? Great, because you never know what's going to happen!Bottom line: If you travel with your djembe and you travel hard, this is the bag you need to get. Forget that floppy junk at Guitar Center. Yes, you pay a bit more, but it is worth every penny. In fact, I'm tempted to get another one, so each djembe has a nice comfortable home. Overkill, I know, but whatever. It's good stuff!