SwissGear Synergy Backpack - Questions

Hi there. I am thinking about buying this backpack for my M1530 (15.4") but I am not sure if this is what I am looking for.

I mean, I bought my backpack with a "Targus Campus Backpack", but I didn't notice it was the "XL version, up to 17" so the backpack is too... tall? high? I don't really know how to say it.

So, this is the SwissGear http://www.amazon.com/SYNERGY-SwissGear-Wenger-Computer-Backpack/dp/B0007CIX1O
and this is my "current backpack" http://www.amazon.co.uk/Targus-Campus-Notebook-Backpac-Carrying/dp/B00068OEOO but mine was called "Campus XL - Up to 17"" and this one is for 15.4" (which would be perfect, I can't find the 17" ).

What do you think? Is the SwissGear smaller or bigger than the Targus? The targus was a lot bigger/taller than my current non-laptop backpack, and I don't really need it to be so tall.

Finally, I'm also considering this backpack http://www.xataka.com/2008/02/07-mochila-aspen-capacidad-y-proteccion-incluso-contra-la-lluvia but I think it may be... to small. What do you think?

EDIT: Forgot to say, I can't find the SwissGear or the Aspen in my city, so I'd have to buy them online, without trying them first (as I did with this targus 17")

 

Oh, wow...tough call. I really like the SwissGear Synergy Backpack after looking at it, and the one you were looking at buying

The SwissGear, and the one you currently have look similar in size. The SwissGear, just looks like it might work for you Just my opinion though~

Remember, you can always get both..and return the one that doesn't work for you when ordering online

 

Unfortunately, I can't return any backpack because I will have to order it from... UK as SwissGear isn't sold here in Spain.

I also like the look of the SwissGear, but I'm not totally sure (Maybe I won't like it when it arrives, like my Targus...)

 

Oh no!! So, you really do have to make some *swift* decisions! LOL

Well, I wish I could help you...but that decision is yours!

Personally, I really liked the SwissGear (my opinion though)

 

Thanks, hehe.

Maybe I should wait till I go to the mainland (I live in a... special city) and I can go to a mall where the Portdesigns Aspen is sold and see it in person and decide whether to buy that or to order a SwissGear.

PS: I have always wondered... Who's that pretty girl from your avatar, Cin' ?

 

The Swissgear bags are good. The Maxxum may be another option which looks a bit smaller than the Synergy. You could also look into the Teton. It's a nice price at Morgan who also have the Rival.

I have both the Swissgear Star and the Rival but have never used the latter because it can hold more than I ever want to carry.

John

 

Ooh special city, sounds *mysterious* LOL Anyway...If you can wait..and are really wanting to check it out, then perhaps maybe???

Swiss Gear FTW!!! Yeah.kidding (your choice)

 

Check out the review that I did for it. The link is in my signature.
Tim

 

Thanks, I had already read it, but I can't tell if it's bigger or smaller than my current backpack by the pictures.

I'd need to see it in person

 

I've decided to go with the Synergy, and I just had a question about getting it from Buy.com. Any help would be appreciated.

Does Buy.com sell the Synergy with the velcro strap or plastic buckle for the laptop compartment?