Seattle-based entrepreneur and inventor of the modern backpack, Murray McCory, died last month at the age of 80.

He brought lightweight packs to millions of students and transformed the way they carried their textbooks to school.

Take the school backpack, for example. Its invention can be traced to one man, Murray McCory, who died last month. McCory ...

He started the backpack company in 1967, while still in college, and went on to revolutionize the way students carry books.

Murray McCory, JanSport co-founder and modern day backpack creator, has died at 80. McCory founded JanSport in 1967 with his then-future wife and later developed a way to make smaller, softer ...

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.

The brand’s school book packs in particular ... and a timeless design. Jansport is one of the most beloved, well-priced backpack brands for students of all ages, thanks to ultradurable packs ...

While some Birkin owners have turned their luxury purses into oversized, leather charm bracelets, it’s hardly the only design ...

Whether you are looking for a new backpack that fits everything you need for work or school, or you want a versatile pack for ...