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    Backpack for school

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Ontario Scholar, Mar 14, 2006.

  1. Ontario Scholar

    Ontario Scholar Notebook Enthusiast

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    I just bought an XPS M140 for law school and I need a big backpack that can carry my lappy, my books, PDA and other fun things. I plan on biking with it everyday (when the weather's nice anyways.)

    I have been considering the Targus XL Notebook Backpack it is $54.99 at TigerDirect.

    Does anyone have any experience with this backpack or suggestions for another one that would suit my needs?

    Thanks.
     
    Ontario Scholar, Mar 14, 2006
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  2. pbcustom98

    pbcustom98 Goldmember

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    the bag looks very nice, although i will never buy anything from tigerdirect ever again..

    if it were me, i would search through www.pricegrabber.com

    hope this helps

    pb,out.
     
    pbcustom98, Mar 14, 2006
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  3. Ontario Scholar

    Ontario Scholar Notebook Enthusiast

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    What happened with TigerDirect? I am just asking because I have only had good experiences with them.
     
    Ontario Scholar, Mar 14, 2006
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  4. pbcustom98

    pbcustom98 Goldmember

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    i ordered around $1000 of parts for my computer (was building my own at the time), and everything came opened and used..the motherboard that was sent to me had the HSF locks chipped off. when i tried to return it, they said to me...why dont you use it first before you declare to us that it isnt good.

    that is the basic story..

    pb,out.
     
    pbcustom98, Mar 14, 2006
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  5. JiantBrane

    JiantBrane Notebook Evangelist

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    Well, it's certainly large enough. Never heard any complaints about it.
     
    JiantBrane, Mar 14, 2006
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    ghsoccer4 Notebook Consultant

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    if you havent bought yet the oigo metriod is a great backpack
     
    ghsoccer4, Apr 20, 2006
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    titaniummd Notebook Deity

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    I have the Targus Gravity which is similar in design. The pack is padded, as are the straps. It CAN get quite heavy with a regular sized textbook and your notebook/spare battery/power brick.

    Booq has the sharpest looking notebook backpacks, IMO:

    http://www.booqbags.com/Search.bok?category=Backpacks

    You can also check www.apple.com They have a wide selection of backpacks/messenger bags and sleeves. I am looking into the STM Alley and Maccase Jacket.
     
    titaniummd, Apr 21, 2006
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