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    Looking for a backpack with these features

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by agmy, Dec 16, 2008.

  1. agmy

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    I need a bigger bag than my current messenger for my laptop. I am considering getting a backpack instead of a briefcase / messenger style for the extra space, but have some specific features that I want:

    - Stable, rigid padded bottom: Padded for the laptop, rigid for the ability to sit up (I prefer a bag with more structure and less slouch)

    - Separate compartment for laptop OR a section with a foldover cover for the top of the laptop: I don't want other junk I have in the bag mucking up the laptop by accident, e.g. pens that get unscrewed, glue stick, etc.

    - Will fit a 15-15.4" laptop (dimensions roughly 13.5" x 10.25" x 1.6") comfortably.

    - NOT a huge bag, if possible, able to fit under a plane seat. I also don't want something designed for a 17" that will cause my laptop to swim around the compartment/section.

    - Quality, quality, quality - No cheap zippers, fabric, etc. Please don't recommend a cheap-quality bag, price is not the most important factor here.

    - Nothing overly gaudy.

    Any suggestions? :D
     
    agmy, Dec 16, 2008
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  2. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    For everything you are asking for, I would check here:
    http://www.ebags.com/

    Swissgear makes some great, quality bags, also!
    You may want to check here..some are on sale right now:
    http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1229449412/ref=a9_sc_1?ie=UTF8&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=swissgear

    Hope that helps! :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 16, 2008
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  3. andya1280

    andya1280 Notebook Enthusiast

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    i just got a swissgear synergy backpack today, its great. got it from dell with a 20% off coupon for $39.99+tax. has plenty of pockets, and lots of padding. goes for almost $80 at bestbuy so if your interested, shop around for a better deal.
     
    andya1280, Dec 17, 2008
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    akh1989 Notebook Consultant

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    akh1989, Dec 18, 2008
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  5. nandeep

    nandeep Notebook Enthusiast

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    you can check alienware bags, they are huge but best in quality with lot of compartments. ur laptop is more secure than in any other bag.
     
    nandeep, Dec 18, 2008
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  6. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    That is a great deal for the Synergy...I have the Synergy for my 1530..YOU will love it. It's what I feel, one of the most reliable, and durable backpacks out there! :D OH and very roomy & protective of your lappy!!! :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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  7. Tinselworm

    Tinselworm Notebook Deity

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    i got a really good one that fits 15.4", it has an air padded section and it is against your back so it doesn't hand away from you, it also has a tracking barcode to put on the laptop if it gets recovered by police, it is a Tech Air with I-trak. it came with the name of the machine that made my bag and the person who quality checked it signed in it :p
    http://www.techair.co.uk/store/productFeatures.asp
     
    Tinselworm, Dec 18, 2008
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  8. ahl395

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    The Lowepro Tropolis 1250 is perfect. ;)
     
    ahl395, Dec 20, 2008
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  9. thespeakerbox

    thespeakerbox Notebook Guru

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    +1 i love lowepro
     
    thespeakerbox, Dec 20, 2008
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  10. Bungles

    Bungles Notebook Guru

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    I ordered the HP 17" Sport Notebook Backpack

    It was a stellar buy. Regular $49.99 but it has a $30 rebate and I used live.com to get 2% more off so It was under 20 bucks :)

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834998756

    could be a hair to bigg for what u want but it doesn't seem to be too bulky...I'll know more when it arrives on monday :0
     
    Bungles, Dec 20, 2008
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