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    Recommend me a laptop-friendly backpack/bag thing?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Mohdoo, Sep 6, 2008.

  1. Mohdoo

    Mohdoo Notebook Guru

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    Looking to replace the one I currently have because, well, it really isn't all that great.

    So are there any that are specifically recommended? My main concern is keeping my baby safe, of course!
     
    Mohdoo, Sep 6, 2008
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  2. John Wolf

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    I suggest the 17 size bag from the overclockers website. ;)
     
    John Wolf, Sep 6, 2008
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  3. networkwasher

    networkwasher Notebook Consultant

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    I use the SwissGear Synergy... a little pricey, but I absolutely love it. You can fit a lot of gear in this bag and the protection is outstanding!

    http://www.amazon.com/SYNERGY-Swiss...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1220740069&sr=8-1
     
    networkwasher, Sep 6, 2008
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  4. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    The SwissGear Synergy is a popular bag....Here is a linky:
    http://www.buy.com/prod/wenger-syne...aker-of-the-genuine/q/loc/16234/10393071.html

    $49.99 at buy.com ;)

    and here is a review:
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=116476

    also... www.ebags.com
    has some nice variety of bags ;) :)

    and here is a linky in this section for Links to Notebook Bag Makers, Dealers and Reviews
    http://forum.notebookreview.com/showthread.php?t=50734

    Hope that helps! ;) :)

    Cin.

    You got yourself a nice backpack...If, I already didn't have my Targus..I would get the Synergy for when biking with it! ;) :)


    Cin.
     
    Cin', Sep 6, 2008
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  5. Crimson Roses

    Crimson Roses Notebook Evangelist

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    How big is your notebook? That would help a lot. ;)
     
    Crimson Roses, Sep 6, 2008
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  6. .:Stan:.

    .:Stan:. Notebook Guru

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    I use the Kensington Contour backpack which is durable and confortable; the only one that fits pefectly your spine. It has a S shape form. It comes also with a lifetime warranty wich is good. Try it in BestBuy store. It costs 80-100$
     
    .:Stan:., Sep 6, 2008
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  7. Mohdoo

    Mohdoo Notebook Guru

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    Sorry! I got the Lenovo T400. It has a 14" screen.

    Thanks for replies so far everyone. Checking them out now :D
     
    Mohdoo, Sep 6, 2008
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  8. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Sweet! Let us know what you decided to do. :)



    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Sep 7, 2008
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  9. runofthedill

    runofthedill Notebook Consultant

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  10. Yotsuba

    Yotsuba Notebook Evangelist

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    Pretty much anything by Targus is good.
     
    Yotsuba, Sep 7, 2008
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  11. bikerboy94

    bikerboy94 Notebook Evangelist

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  12. built

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    I love my Swiss Gear Synergy...awesome backpack.

    Two thumbs up.
     
    built, Sep 7, 2008
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  13. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    It's great to hear nice feedback about the Synergy...since so many inquire about it! ;) :)


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Sep 7, 2008
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  14. built

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    Functional and looks great too. :)
     
    built, Sep 7, 2008
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  15. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Just another reason why I like it! :) :)
    How long have you had yours, also?

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Sep 7, 2008
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  16. built

    built Notebook Deity

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    I have had it a little less than a month. I got it for $55.20 through Dell, which has a discount deal with my company.

    You're going to love it!
     
    built, Sep 7, 2008
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  17. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    That's a pretty good deal..I forgot about my EPP discount thru Dell...hmm now I need to rethink.. ;) :) NAH..wont' be that hard...I need to look at the pricing at Dell ;) :)

    Thanks!


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Sep 7, 2008
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  18. built

    built Notebook Deity

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    Check it out, Cin. Dell EPP often gives some pretty deep discounts, even on non-Dell items. I always check there first.

    Good luck!
     
    built, Sep 7, 2008
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  19. Cin'

    Cin' Anathema

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    Yeah...I completely forgot the EPP... :eek: Thinking it was for lappy's etc. :eek:

    So, I surely will!

    Thanks again!

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Sep 7, 2008
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