GIVEAWAY: And The Winner Is...

Alright, you filthy animals! The time has come.

We want to thank you guys for your interest. We've loved reading the stories of your old, faithful, ratty backpacks. The new opportunities, the ending chapters. The big-boy jobs and the style transformations. We feel like we know each of you a little better, and that's a wonderful thing in our book. 

Our winner is Josh Krasovec, the Kansas City police officer who plans to use the Bleecker Utility Tote to schlep around gear for his newborn daughter, and then pass along this beauty of a bag to her when she comes of age. Brilliant. (And we're already picturing you motoring down the road on your motorcycle with this thing, Josh. Badass.)

To be honest, all your stories were excellent. We especially loved Jerry Stoffl's hilarious empathy for the duped New Yorkers. Brad Rice's philosophizing on the process of reinventing his style. And of course, ThreadWise's courageous husband, who's soaring above Iraq and Afghanistan and protecting our freedom. A humble thanks to both of you.

BUT: Before you walk away with heads hung low, know that we've got several more giveaways just ahead in the coming weeks—everything from winterwear to illustrated stationery. Don't miss 'em!

And, of course, a huge thanks goes the team at Coach for their generosity and damn fine bags.