the perfect laptop bag? reccomendations please.

Milkyman · Jul 5, 2003

I wasn't sure which forum to put this in so i just chose the flame free way and put it in off topic. My friend is shopping for a bag for her new laptop and I was wondering what you guys think about the bags you have. She is fashion conscious, so the pleather "steal me" bags are out of the question. She also needs something a little more than a laptop sleeve, at least enough room for a notebook or two in addition to the laptop.

HokieESM · Jul 5, 2003

I actually ordered a Dell nylon bag when I got my i600m... and I've been very happy. This one to be exact. Its actually quite "stiff"--the center pocket has hard sides, and plenty of room for the computer and a 1" binder. The front pocket has the obligatory pencil pockets, and the back one is perfect for random papers and files.

WarmAndSCSI · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: HokieESM
I actually ordered a Dell nylon bag when I got my i600m... and I've been very happy. This one to be exact. Its actually quite "stiff"--the center pocket has hard sides, and plenty of room for the computer and a 1" binder. The front pocket has the obligatory pencil pockets, and the back one is perfect for random papers and files.

The same one I have. I really like it. It's the deluxe Dell nylon carrying case. Pretty kewl.

lasergecko · Jul 5, 2003

I know several girls who have this: Jansport Lap Station
http://www.ebags.com/JanSport/Lap_Station/product_detail/index.cfm?ModelID=4513&bb_id=c3825|b1&ProductList_10_Link=Details&sub_site_id=10

stonecold3169 · Jul 5, 2003

I own this Kensington saddle bag and have had it for almost 4 years now. The bag is beautiful looking, is made with high quality suede, and fits a notebook fine in one built in compartment and notebooks, binders, and books in the others.

A big advantage to it is that while it has built in protection and chambers for laptop type stuff, it doesn't really look like a laptop bag, so thieves stay away. I couldn;t be happier with it, and after 4 years of using it daily it still looks brand new.

mugs · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: Milkyman
I wasn't sure which forum to put this in so i just chose the flame free way and put it in off topic. My friend is shopping for a bag for her new laptop and I was wondering what you guys think about the bags you have. She is fashion concious, so the pleather "steal me" bags are out of the question. She also needs something a little more than a laptop sleeve, at least enough room for a notebook or two in addition to the laptop.

Jansport used to make an over the shoulder style laptop bag that was really nice. Very contemporary looking, can't tell it's a laptop bag at all. I got mine off eBay a year ago, and the guy said they discontinued them... anyone know what I'm talking about? Are they still available? Anything similar?

Edit: There is no flame-free way to post here - a lot of people get pissed if you post something in OT that belongs in another forum.

BruinEd03 · Jul 5, 2003

hm...do all laptop bags fit all laptops? I'm gonna get a Dell 600M...

-Ed

Cat13 · Jul 5, 2003

I got a Targus laptop backpack and its great. I won't go back to the normal bags again. Alot of room and easier to carry around.

Jul 5, 2003

I am pretty proud of my little notebook setup and have been looking for an excuse to brag so here goes

Pics are 700K for 56k beware.

First off I got this Radtech Powerbook sleeve for the notebook itself. pic pic

Then I got an Incase laptop sleeve for the notebook to fit in another bag. pic

Finally I got this sporty Manhattan Portage DJ Bag to fit it all in. pic

In the end the notebook is ultra-protected and I am styling at the same time.

biffbacon · Jul 5, 2003

i bought a laptop backpack from comp geeks

clutz123 · Jul 5, 2003

Spire. Expensive but awesome bags.

m2kewl · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: stonecold3169
I own this Kensington saddle bag and have had it for almost 4 years now. The bag is beautiful looking, is made with high quality suede, and fits a notebook fine in one built in compartment and notebooks, binders, and books in the others.

A big advantage to it is that while it has built in protection and chambers for laptop type stuff, it doesn't really look like a laptop bag, so thieves stay away. I couldn;t be happier with it, and after 4 years of using it daily it still looks brand new.

their saddle bags are da bomb. i got one as a gift, all black with a Mac logo on the front. protects my ibm t20 nyc's daily deadly subway commutes.

mpitts · Jul 5, 2003

I love my bag and laptop sleeve from Timbuk2.

If she is fashion conscious, it is prefect. You can create your own bag with whatever colors you want.

Highly recommended

mpitts · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: m2kewl

Originally posted by: stonecold3169
I own this Kensington saddle bag and have had it for almost 4 years now. The bag is beautiful looking, is made with high quality suede, and fits a notebook fine in one built in compartment and notebooks, binders, and books in the others.

A big advantage to it is that while it has built in protection and chambers for laptop type stuff, it doesn't really look like a laptop bag, so thieves stay away. I couldn;t be happier with it, and after 4 years of using it daily it still looks brand new.

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their saddle bags are da bomb. i got one as a gift, all black with a Mac logo on the front. protects my ibm t20 nyc's daily deadly subway commutes.

So it is IBM compatible?

m2kewl · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: mpitts

Originally posted by: m2kewl

Originally posted by: stonecold3169
I own this Kensington saddle bag and have had it for almost 4 years now. The bag is beautiful looking, is made with high quality suede, and fits a notebook fine in one built in compartment and notebooks, binders, and books in the others.

A big advantage to it is that while it has built in protection and chambers for laptop type stuff, it doesn't really look like a laptop bag, so thieves stay away. I couldn;t be happier with it, and after 4 years of using it daily it still looks brand new.

Click to expand...

their saddle bags are da bomb. i got one as a gift, all black with a Mac logo on the front. protects my ibm t20 nyc's daily deadly subway commutes.

Click to expand...

So it is IBM compatible?

LOL

loup garou · Jul 5, 2003

I have this one, sweet bag. I used to have one of those Manhattan Portage bags dwell mentioned...very nice bags as well.

ElFenix · Jul 5, 2003

i think what i want is a study slip cover so i can just put my notebook into a regular backpack.

notfred · Jul 5, 2003

this is mine

Yeah, ok, my laptop is kinda scratched up... oh well.

Yomicron · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: stonecold3169
I own this Kensington saddle bag and have had it for almost 4 years now. The bag is beautiful looking, is made with high quality suede, and fits a notebook fine in one built in compartment and notebooks, binders, and books in the others.

A big advantage to it is that while it has built in protection and chambers for laptop type stuff, it doesn't really look like a laptop bag, so thieves stay away. I couldn;t be happier with it, and after 4 years of using it daily it still looks brand new.

Another vote for the saddle bag. I have one and love it, it's well made, has room for non-laptop items, and has backpack shoulder straps that can be folded away into a pocket.

DanTMWTMP · Jul 5, 2003

this is my laptop carrying case...

the best!! it carries my stuff for college, and my laptop..and my laptop accessories.....BEST.plenty of room for my 15 inch behemoth....

0roo0roo · Jul 5, 2003

i just use a case logic neoprene laptop sleeve and put that in my normal backpack. its slim and convenient. its not going to protect it from a drop kick though, its neoprene.

BruinEd03 · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: werk
I have this one, sweet bag. I used to have one of those Manhattan Portage bags dwell mentioned...very nice bags as well.

geezus effing christ!! $428 for a bag?! I could buy a laptop w/ that amount these days.

-Ed

Koing · Jul 5, 2003

Originally posted by: BruinEd03

Originally posted by: werk
I have this one, sweet bag. I used to have one of those Manhattan Portage bags dwell mentioned...very nice bags as well.

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geezus effing christ!! $428 for a bag?! I could buy a laptop w/ that amount these days.

-Ed

That is what I was thinking!

Hamburgerpimp · Jul 5, 2003

I have the Pelican Laptop Case and I have to say it's awesome!

Milkyman · Jul 6, 2003

has anyone else tried bags from spire usa? we were actually looking at getting one of those.

the perfect laptop bag? reccomendations please.

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