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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:42 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Best back pack for laptops?

This is something that i think too few poeple look at, what is the best back pack for carrying a lappie to school and back
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:46 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I heard targus is a very reputable notebook backpack company.
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:48 PM   #3 (permalink)
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I use a sleeve and toss it into a regular bag.

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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:50 PM   #4 (permalink)
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i have THIS ONE from mountain equipment coop. inside has a neoprene lined pocket for laptops. just a simple, basic, backpack. nothing fancy. there's also a larger 3-compartment one, but i like the smaller more slim look of my smaller one.

if you carry a targus, most people will know you are carrying a laptop in there

much cheaper than Targus, protects the laptop fairly well, good quality, and lifetime warranty!

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The internal laptop holster stops a couple of inches short of the pack bottom, to keep your computer from slamming on the ground when you set down the pack.

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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:54 PM   #5 (permalink)
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This one is onsale at Futureshop:

http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/pro...28&catid=10651
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:54 PM   #6 (permalink)
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I find that crumpler bags are great for laptops! I've already got two, just picked one up recently. The padding is great in them and there's pockets everywhere you need them. They have a catalog on their website.

NB: Avoid buying in store as crumplers can be very expensive! I normally order it off ebay from a place in Montreal because they're drastically cheapers than in store prices.
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 10:56 PM   #7 (permalink)
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Messenger/laptop bag?
http://www.ebags.com/business_cases/...=4001+20026174

How about Timbuk2's? Be aware that only their messenger bags are still made in SF, laptop bags are too complex and are made in..china
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 11:04 PM   #8 (permalink)
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Globo has some really nice Swiss Gear laptop backpacks for $69.99. They've got the features of the Targus ones, but look more stylish, and are cheaper than the ones by Timbuktu.
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Old Aug 16th, 2005, 11:33 PM   #9 (permalink)
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I suggest HEX, has some nice ones, Jansport also has some, try some brands that futureshop/bestbuy do not carry, so that people don't know you're carrying a laptop.
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 02:17 AM   #10 (permalink)
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i say use a sleeve so you can put it in any pack or case.
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 02:28 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Best buy has some cool backpacks that fit laptops like a charm
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 09:14 AM   #12 (permalink)
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I use a targus messenger bag I picked up from Office Depot last year for $50.
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 09:19 AM   #13 (permalink)
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I find that crumpler bags are great for laptops! I've already got two, just picked one up recently. The padding is great in them and there's pockets everywhere you need them. They have a catalog on their website.

NB: Avoid buying in store as crumplers can be very expensive! I normally order it off ebay from a place in Montreal because they're drastically cheapers than in store prices.
I have a Crumpler too. Great bag, seems bomb proof.

One thing to note, there is a LOT of padding, which is good and bad. Good because it protects your computer. Bad because it makes the bag bulkier. I wouldn't recommend Crumpler bags for smaller people unless you are only toting around a 12 inch notebook.
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 09:24 AM   #14 (permalink)
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I just got the Samsonite New Jack backback laptop bag.

Its on sale at Bestbuy for $29....great bag
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Old Aug 17th, 2005, 11:57 AM   #15 (permalink)
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Swiss Gear.

I've had mine for 2 school years and it's holding strong. By far the toughest backpack i've ever owned. And it comes with a 10 year warranty! Very well built.
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