Recommend me a Case or Backpack for my T61p (I'm a student too)

I recently purchased a T61p 15.4 inch widescreen notebook.

I went to Best Buy the other day and nothing really caught my eye.

I'm going to be working on a masters I dont know If i'm going to be hauling my notebook back and forth every day from school or not.

Can someone recommend me a good solid carrying case or backpack which can fit 1-2 text books along with my notebook??

Thanks so much!

 

I just bought this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834990016 for 29.99 and I love it. I'm using it for my HP8510p.

 

I'd suggest a Heys ePac.
I own a Heys ePac17 for my 17" Sager and I really recommend it.

Have a look at this topic for pictures of my backpack loaded with books.

Note that I was told they only ship in Canada. So if you live in the U.S. you're out of luck for this bag.

 

Hmm... I was thinking of purchasing the exact same case for my Vostro 1500.

How's the room in that thing? How snugly does it fit?

 

Also, have a look at the Links to Bag Makers, Dealers and Reviews topic.
The list contains a lot of companies, so if you have some time you can go through them and find something you like.

 

Thanks for the help guys!

Do most people use backpacks or a over the shoulder carrying case?

 

It's really up to you...

If you're going to carry a lot, you'll be better off with a backpack. This is especially true if you have a heavy notebook or plan to bring a lot of books with you. Better to have all the weight divided up on your back and two shoulders instead of carrying it all on just one shoulder.

Have a look at this topic and this topic for polls on this subject.

If you want my opinion, I would recommend a backpack. But again, it's just a matter of personal preference.

 

Yeah I'm leaning for a backpack. Those sites are Canadian correct? I would like to see them in person, but its okay If I dont as long they will ship to the US.

What about Jansport? believe it or not I have a Jansport backpack that is 15+ years old that I used in jr high, the seams started to come loose and the leather ripped. I sent it to Jansport and they practically rebuilt it to brand new condition for FREE after so long of owning it!

What about these?
http://www.jansport.com/js_product_detail.php?cid=40&pid=TKV3
http://www.jansport.com/js_product_detail.php?cid=40&pid=TFN6

 

Heys is a Canadian company and they do not ship to the U.S..
I haven't heard of Jansport (but I'm really no export when it comes to backpacks). It looks like a nice backpack and since you've had a good experience with them in the passed it certainly seems like a great option for you.

 

I have a Mobile Edge Express and I'm really happy with it. It has a lot of space for my laptop (15.4"), books, and other junk.

http://www.mobileedge.com//items_him.asp?cid=3&scid=3&pid=48

 

the north face "big shot" is nice for carrying laptops in its padded divider and wont make you look like a computer geek.

 

try out swiss wengers are really nice