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    Need a new Backpack

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by mythless, Jan 8, 2007.

  1. mythless

    mythless King of Pies

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    Hi guys, I currently have the tom bihn vertical brain cell for my A8Js, but I need a backpack that would fit it. I know tom bihn has there line, but I was wondering if there is something cheaper out there. Anyone got any ideas?

    Thanks
     
    mythless, Jan 8, 2007
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  2. jujube

    jujube Notebook Deity

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    You might want to checkout mobile edge, targus and kensington. Avoid crumpler if at all possible, I'll rather use a grocery plastic bag over crumpled's
     
    jujube, Jan 8, 2007
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  3. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    Kensington makes some good backpacks. Some were reviewed on this site recently.
     
    jetstar, Jan 8, 2007
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  4. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    Also consider at the Wenger Swissgear bags such as the Star. It doesn't look like a laptop bag, is very comfortable to wear (I use one for commuting on a bike) and has good storage for smaller items.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Jan 8, 2007
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    grumpy3b Notebook Evangelist

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    I have an Eastpack model from about 5 years ago that I think was made by Targus. It has been an EXCELLENT bag over the years. Nice rubberized handle with comfy shoulder staps and a waist strap. I found it then on eBay for about $35 it was a $80 bag at the time.
     
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  6. mythless

    mythless King of Pies

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    Hrmm the mobile edge looks nice as well the kensington (one though) they do provide a laptop compartment but do you guys think it will fit my A8Js with the Tom Bihn brain cell?
     
    mythless, Jan 8, 2007
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    iatacs19 Notebook Consultant

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    Wenger Swissgear bags are really heavy even when empty. I prefer Targus because they are lighter bags and decent padding.
     
    iatacs19, Jan 9, 2007
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