Backpack for 15.4" widescreen

I'm in the market for a laptop backpack to transport my new 15.4" laptop. What i'm looking for is something with good protection obviously. It looks like a lot of the backpacks out there don't have any sort of padding for the top side of the machine.

What would be my best bet for good protection in the $100-150 canadian range?

Thanks

 

When you say top side what do you mean? Are you talking about the very top of the backpack where you insert the laptop?

I got this backpack and I really like it. I am posting a review which should be up pretty soon. http://www.targus.com/us/product_details.asp?sku=TSB029US
Tim

 

yes, i mean the top where the laptop goes in. do any backpacks offer padding there or would i have to go for a side entry one?

 

I am not sure if too many backpack have a padded top...But you shouldn't be throwing your backpack on the top anyways...Right???

I think sidebags would have more protection on top. However they hurt your shoulder after you wear them for a while.
Tim

 

i just got the targus feren, and i love it. heres my quick review on it:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=59300

 

I have the Targus Chicago backpack...I absolutely love it, plenty of padding and support. Plenty of compartments and best of all it ran me about $45 through HP.

http://www.targus.com/us/product_details.asp?sku=TCG650

 

so there arent any notebook backpacks that provide protection on all six sides?

 

if you're looking for THAT kinda of protection, you might wanna consider a briefcase type, I don't think ANY backpacks have thick paddings on top due to the zipper. if you want high quality and durable bags, look at booq. I have the boa xl for my 17"

 

go to www.ebags.com/friends/mike for a 25% discount
also look into the ogio metro i have it and enjoy it alot

 

I just bought this one Sumdex MT-2 Series and it looks great with great protection. I don't think it has a padded top.

 

yep, the ogio's look really good.

what exactly is the difference between the "metro" and the "metroid"

 

I have a neoprene sleeve for mine when it's in the bags...that to me is enough protection. I feel the strap on top of the inner-lining for the laptop is good enough to keep it in place very securely, and add in the sleeve on top of that for great protection. It fits in the bag snugly too which is good...no sloshing around.

 

also, will it hold my Acer 8204?

the laptop measures 14.3 x 10.7 x 1.5

 

i dont know but everyone i know says the ogio metro is the king of all notebook backpacks and i really love this thing.

the only thing its missing is a designated sunglass pocket but i can live without it

 

o and this backpack has a place for your mouse ac adapter another pocket i dont even know what its for lol.
but what i reall liked is this backpac can fit a fullsize keyboard

 

does anyone know of any canadian retailers for the ogio backpacks?

 

well i ended up settling for the Targus Citygear Chicago, mainly because i couldnt find the OGIO anywhere in canada.

 

You won't regret it...I LOVE that bag. So will you.

 

i kind of wished i had gotten that. lol, this targus feren is a little too small for my taste

 

Here's one that offers maxium protection, but its a brief case not a backpack.
http://www.mezzi.com/product.php?id=1&prodid=19

 

i have a like new targus backpack 4sale if any1 is interested: http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=59638

 

Yeah, I realize it's good for the electronics, but man, I didn't move to Wilmington, NC from Ohio to enjoy the cool temps of my apartment. Too bad the ol' g/f doesn't understand that same thing. I like fresh air. Even if it's hot.

Relating on topic, I've seen my laptop temps rise about 5 degrees to around 30 idle when the windows are open...so really AC in my case doesn't make a HUGE difference unless I'm throwing it under load.

 

I have the Targus Pulse and Grove backpacks. Both look very nice and sturdy, plus good price too.

I will use the Pulse one more as it offers a waist strap as well. Helps for support.

Was hard deciding too, however I will pickup a normal case too for times when I dont need the backpack as it is kinda big for quick outings. But for a trip or going out for the night, it will work great. Plus has a line out slot for your media players etc. =)

 

hi ppl, im lookin for backpack for my 6400 notebook, the thing is im confused about which of these should i go for,,,
1. Targus 15.4" CityGear Chicago Notebook Backpack
and
2. SYNERGY from SwissGear by Wenger Computer Backpack,,,
I have attached the snap of the Synergy backpack, any comments on both of these and your thoughts on to which one should i go for,,,im lookin mainly in terms of protection that the backpack can offer and also the looks,

thnx
bob

 

My personal vote goes to the CityGear Chicago from Targus...I absolutely LOVE that backpack...tons of space, tons of storage, comfortable as ever to strap on the ol' back...and it looks cool. To me that is everything I ask for.

And the build quality to me is solid as a rock.

 

I got the CityGear Chicago the other day, it's great. I don't know anything about the other, though.

 

imo, I would say the booq boa is the king of laptop backpacks

 

expensive though....

 

Try the timbuk2 Ace Day pack. It has supposed 360 protection and is probably the best looking thing out there. No offense to targus... but they really don't have aesthetic design in mind when they make their things.

Or do what I do. Get a sleeve (mines is the Pinder THIN) and then just put it in your normal backpack.