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    Do Laptop Bags Require Padding?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by agent007, Mar 27, 2007.

  1. agent007

    agent007 Notebook Consultant

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    Hi All,

    My Manhattan Portage bag has a minimal amount of padding.

    I have seen bags that have a lot of padding and are fat. Are these bags better in terms of absorbing shocks? Do better padded bags absorb everyday shocks better than minimal padding?

    Do I need a good padded bag for everyday use?

    TIA
     
    agent007, Mar 27, 2007
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  2. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    I would think padded bags are better at absorbing shock. And for everyday use, I would definitely get a bag with good padding.
     
    jetstar, Mar 27, 2007
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  3. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Generally, yes, however, if you invest in a sleeve, thick padding is not a necessity.
     
    coriolis, Mar 27, 2007
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  4. Wiz33

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    This all depends on the amount of padding in the sleeve. Most thinner sleeves are only designed to protect a laptop against other stuff when placed in a briefcase or backpack. You'll need a well padded one for protection against drop and such.
     
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  5. coriolis

    coriolis Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Indeed, but some sleeves are pretty protective, like the Tom Bihn Brain Cell(which I own, so that's probably why...) :p
     
    coriolis, Mar 27, 2007
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  6. Tim

    Tim Notebook Virtuoso

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    You want to make sure that you have enough padding so pressure can't cause damage. Also it helps when you are constantly moving your laptop around like I am at school. I bump into walls and stuff and I don't have to worry about my laptop breaking.
    Tim
     
    Tim, Mar 27, 2007
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