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    ( 17" + ) More of a Poll... Please tell... what carrying case do you have? ( 17" + )

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by xnewxmailx, Jun 18, 2011.

  1. xnewxmailx

    xnewxmailx Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm mostly interested in people's bags for monster laptops... 17"+
    People that travel or carry their beastly machines around a lot.
    I typically am carrying lot more than just a computer, so the case is important to me.

    These are remarks from other threads... partly what spurred me to start this thread.

    What bag do you have?
    Happy with it?
     
    xnewxmailx, Jun 18, 2011
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  2. xnewxmailx

    xnewxmailx Notebook Enthusiast

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    My current bag is an Asus Gaming Bag that came with my 17" G2S (Its dated now - but it served me well)

    I'm currently without a case for my new 17.3" Dell M6600 but an leaning toward a Slappa 18" backpack.

    M.A.S.K. KOA GAMER Bundle by SLAPPA
    M.A.S.K. KOA GAMER Bundle by SLAPPA



    What do you use?


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    Dell Precision M6600
    8GB, DDR3-1333MHz SDRAM, Intel® Core™ i7-2720QM
    NVIDIA Quadro® 4000M : 2GB GDDR5
    17.3" (1920x1080) with Backlit keyboard.
    250GB & 500GB 7200rpm HD + 8x DVD
    Fortnax Extreme Notebooks added Bigfoot Killer 300Mbps Wireless-N 1102
     
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    Brendanmurphy, Jun 18, 2011
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  4. xnewxmailx

    xnewxmailx Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks for starting us off Brendanmurphy. Yours is also one I've been considering.
    Nice bag man!


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    Dell Precision M6600
    8GB, DDR3-1333MHz SDRAM, Intel® Core™ i7-2720QM
    NVIDIA Quadro® 4000M : 2GB GDDR5
    17.3" (1920x1080) with Backlit keyboard.
    250GB & 500GB 7200rpm HD + 8x DVD
    Fortnax Extreme Notebooks added Bigfoot Killer 300Mbps Wireless-N 1102
     
    xnewxmailx, Jun 18, 2011
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  5. fred2028

    fred2028 Sexy member

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    Currently it's a Swiss Army bag from Staples
     
    fred2028, Jun 18, 2011
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    Cheap bag that came with my laptop.
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 18, 2011
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  9. xnewxmailx

    xnewxmailx Notebook Enthusiast

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    :D Thanks for the great responses so far !
    Taking the time (as you all have) to include a link will be appreciated by many.
    Nice to see a non-backpack in the mix too.

    I didn't order my SLAPPA yet... I was pretty much decided but after seeing some of your bags, I may end up changing my mind.

    Many of the threads I saw, people only remarked on what they think 'may' or 'may not' be good... unless you sift through a lot of threads you don't get to see what others are actually using. As short as this list is.. its pretty diverse already.

    Anyway, thanks for the replies so far.

    Cheers!
     
    xnewxmailx, Jun 18, 2011
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  10. Akari

    Akari Notebook Evangelist

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    I got the Alienware Orion Messenger bag... It's quite nice, feels high quality and can hold quite a bit.
     
    Akari, Jun 18, 2011
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  11. Räy

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    I use a Targus XL for my m18x and college books. You pretty much have slim pickings if you want a backpack for a bulky 17". The Targus XL was the cheapest at $55 for me. If money isn't a factor of course, you can go bananas on backpacks over $100.
     
    Räy, Jun 19, 2011
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  12. archmark

    archmark Notebook Guru

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    Hi i have just received my new bags but mine is black... :D
    Z0506, grey 17.3" messenger
    the problem is that i haven't received yet my m6600 :mad:
     
    archmark, Jun 19, 2011
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  13. Simplified

    Simplified The Most Awesome

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    I use Crumpler bosses bed when I carry my M17x + Cooler.
    [​IMG]

    When I just carry my computer (without cooler) I use a targus XXL
    [​IMG]

    If you need to choose one, go for the Crumpler Bosses Bed (the first one)
     
    Simplified, Jun 19, 2011
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    Oaklay SI Bag.

    [​IMG]
     
    iPhantomhives, Jun 20, 2011
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  15. pengy_666

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    I have a Targus citygear laptop bag, Loads of pockets, Even a side one for a water bottle, Pocket on the back zip pocket on the lid, And the front has a double zip to access the front which can store, Mp3 player Cd/Dvd's and double pockets and a business card holder.
     
    pengy_666, Jun 20, 2011
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  16. Hirohata

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    Alienware Orion Backpack. Had to restitch it once due to it getting caught on a nail accidentally, but still going strong :)
     
    Hirohata, Jun 21, 2011
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    I wanted then i saw the price these things were going for and i cried
     
    Brendanmurphy, Jun 21, 2011
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    It's only because of the name brand... unfortunately.
     
    HTWingNut, Jun 22, 2011
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  19. xnewxmailx

    xnewxmailx Notebook Enthusiast

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    Its definitely a cool bag and good ground between a messenger and an even more pricey pro photographer pack or something... gotta use :twitchy: and say nice avatar lol.

    x
     
    xnewxmailx, Jun 23, 2011
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    wow now thats a bag with attitude!
    also looks like my dive gear and that makes it even cooler still.
    may check it out.

    right now im using the timbuk2 zeitgeist.
     
    trvelbug, Jun 23, 2011
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  22. xnewxmailx

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    Yup. Makes me feel less like reporting that I bought a proverbial purse !

    | tle400 | by Targus

    Later on I think I'll still get the Slappy I mentioned earlier....but I can't go bagless day to day with a 17.3" !!! (So I settled for a purse.)

    That said... so far this is a good case. Yeah I got a deal, but my power brick and my laptop fit along with my oversized wallet, a few portable drives and junk and my must carry papers tucked in with my Dell.
    I am was a little shocked to see how little trouble I have fitting this laptop into bags... my 17" Asus is ha;f the machine but too big for it.
     
    xnewxmailx, Jun 24, 2011
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  23. UndeniablyPC

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    I use The North Face Overhaul 40. It has an extremely large compartment for your laptop, and has a lot of space for whatever else you want to throw in there. I also use the BUILT 17"+ sleeve when I put it in the bag. It might be a bit overkill, but it protects it.
     
    UndeniablyPC, Jun 30, 2011
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  24. KLF

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  25. lukimonki

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    Technically my northface is not a laptop bag my it fits in there pretty nicely and plenty of extra room for my mouse huge power brick and a gamepad
     
    lukimonki, Jun 30, 2011
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  28. cenix

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    the incase backpack looks really sleek and nice!
     
    cenix, Jul 4, 2011
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    I use a Orion M18x backpack for my M17x, it's huge, fits all my papers and stuff along with the laptop.
    It's also checkpoint friendly, which can also be helpful when you look for a lost USB key in there or other small things.
    I personally prefer backpacks over messenger bags as the weight is almost equally distributed to your shoulders resulting in almost no back pain at all :D
     
    katalin_2003, Jul 4, 2011
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    the astro scout is awesome too, it's huge, but doesn't look it from the outside

    ASTRO Scout Backpack
     
    timtravel42, Jul 4, 2011
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    A pelican case for my 17 XPS....but I'm in AFG and travel a bit, so I think it might be a little overkill for somewhere normal lol
     
    Jbrewton45, Jul 5, 2011
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  33. Erecent

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    I'm thinking of going with this

    Ballistix PTAC Matrix Laptop Shoulder Bag by SLAPPA

    Does anyone have a good recommendation for a messenger bag that fits a 16" laptop? I travel a lot and i'm afraid that a backpack will be considered as a carry on for some picky Airlines but they don't usually regard a laptop carry case or messenger bag as a carry on.
     
    Erecent, Jul 5, 2011
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  34. dgdraftinguy

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    Here is a video of the incase with Dell M6600 17.3" Laptop

    Video
     
    dgdraftinguy, Jul 6, 2011
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  35. Jarhead

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    I have two cases. My primary one is some 15.6" case made by a company called Verge (not sure what model; it has no tags and I received it as a gift). The edges and corners are stiff and it looks pretty professional looking, so I like it. Also has a metal zipper and plenty of pockets to store my stuff in.

    My older case is some el-cheapo Targus 15.6" messager bag. Thin foam padding, plastic zipper, nothing special.
     
    Jarhead, Jul 10, 2011
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  36. unreal25

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    Personally, I like Slappa, even though I wouldn't mind little more extra space. I use the Spider (see review in my sig) and didn't have trouble in few of my travels so far. There isn't that much legroom (or at all) if you plan to keep in below the seat in front of you. On the other hand, there's barely any room to begin with.
     
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    I've already posted about my messenger bags. For backpack use, I have a black LL Bean Deluxe that has seen its better days (it's definitely worn). Considering that before, I use to have to buy a new bookbag every school year because I'd break it from "normal use", I'm pretty happy that the Deluxe has been with me for three years. I also have some Eastsport bag older than that, which is still useable should I need more than one bag.
     
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    goincase.com has 40% off all products, including laptop bags. The coupon expires January 3 @ midnite. checkout their facebook page for more details.

    coupon code: 40000FANS
     
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