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    Protecting laptop in the rain

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by techman41973, Dec 6, 2008.

  1. techman41973

    techman41973 Notebook Consultant

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    I often travel to the Northwest with my laptop and need to carry my laptop for significant distances in rainy weather. I have a great laptop backpack that I like and prefer, but its not exactly waterproof. It gets damp inside the bag. In the past I would just wrap my laptop in a trash bag. But thats probably not the best solution. I could use an umbrella, but I hate them, I prefer a good rain jacket with hood.
    What ideas do others have to protect your laptop in rainy weather (besides just the backpack itself).
     
    techman41973, Dec 6, 2008
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  2. lixuelai

    lixuelai Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    How big is it? If it is a smaller notebook you can probably find a large enough zip lock bag.
     
    lixuelai, Dec 6, 2008
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  3. Cin'

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    Hey there,
    You could also try something like this:
    Belkin F8N038 14" - 15.4" Notebook Memory Foam Sleeve
    http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-F8N038-14-Notebook-Memory/dp/B000OH1QZ2

    Not sure of the size of your lappy, so I went with the 15.4". It's made of waterproof materials to protect, and has nice handles :D

    Hope that helps,

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 6, 2008
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    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    David, Dec 6, 2008
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    Cin' Anathema

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    Cin', Dec 6, 2008
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    Maniatiko Notebook Consultant

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    umbrella ftw.
     
    Maniatiko, Dec 6, 2008
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  7. anthonylei

    anthonylei Notebook Enthusiast

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    plastic bag?

    or get a water resistance laptop but they (or it) are not cheap, like Panasonic toughbook
     
    anthonylei, Dec 6, 2008
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    D1330HI Notebook Geek

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    I like STB! I use the integrated rain hood that covers the entire backpack and stores in the bottom.
     
    D1330HI, Dec 8, 2008
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