Can this bookstand collapse flat and become portable (i.e, fit in my backpack)?
393486
The bookstand will collapse flat but I am not a student and do not require use of a backpack, because I use mine at my desk all day, and have no need to transport it around, but from looking at the size it may be possible to fit in a backpack, but I would use the dimensions given and measure backpack to be sure of length and width dimensions, the depth once collapsed is not that much and will not take up a lot of space, probably about the same as a fairly thin text book. I hope this helps in making your decision.
1846509
Yes it would fold to fit into a backpack, but I would be careful because it's plastic so if you stuff your backpack with heavy books (like me) then it can break.
2255720
I personally would not say it is portable but it is not heavy to carry. Its not a collapseable stand.
1101169
If all you had in it was the laptop, then yes, it collapses really well. If you hav a lot of other items other than the laptop, I don't think it will do well as it expands really well.
651553
You'd have to take 2 screws out (1 on each side) for it to fold flat. If they modified the design to allow folding, this product would be perfect in my eyes!
159063
Personally, I wouldn't try to use it as a portable item. Granted, it is not heavy but it is bulky and takes up quite a bit of room. If you were to use a larger backpack, it might work.
1701516
yes, as long as you don't jostle the stand. It has a wide perch and I have had books on it that are heavier than my laptop.
1846514
I put it in my backpack. It isn't super flat but flat enough so long as your backpack isn't crammed full.
941064
Probably not. Guess it depends on the size if your suitcase. Are the dimensions listed? I'm not at home or I would measure. It does collapse to only a few inches.
632237
I'm thinking it will hold a 5lb. book. I'd be a bit concerned about the tilt action with that weight. This stand doesn't LOCK in place in the traditional upward position. It should have a locking mechanism, but it doesn't for this model.
178547
Yes, the shelf can either be folded in half or placed flat. I've used it both ways and when placed flat it doubles the storage space. I am currently using it placed flat.
575262
Not really. I don't think it was designed to collapse but, it could be folded down a little.
102991
No, it isn't foldable, but as others have noted, it's pretty streamlined so it's not a really obtrusive piece of equipment, depending on the room in which you keep it. I ~could~ fit it very comfortably in my bedroom sliding door closet and put extra shoes on it (very handy) but then I wouldn't be using it to work out, like I'm supposed to. I have it near a bedroom bookshelf, and it's really easy to use, but out of the way, too. Depends on how you want to store such equipment.
1846512
Being a backpacker myself, yes, it does fold flat enough to fit in a backpack. When the adjustable arm in the back is released to lay against the back of the book stand, you have about 3 1/2" that protrudes from the bottom as you can see in the picture. This would not prevent you, however, from carrying it in the pack. The dimension of the stand is 8" high and 11" wide. Hope this helps.
1956027
Absolutely yes. You will need something much sturdier to support your textbooks.
1155138
yes. at the moment, i am reading a small paperback book while using the bookstand. but, before reading a new paperback, i always take the time to fold back each page. this way the book stays more "flat" and is easier to handle, whether in a bookstand or in your hand.
1106024
Not really. It's too large to be portable. It's a nice product and a GREAT value but not really ideal to knock down and set back up.