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    What are good backpacks for 15.4"?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Robin15, Oct 23, 2008.

  1. Robin15

    Robin15 Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys/gals, I was looking for a backpack that would hold my 15.4" laptop sturdy against my back. I would prefer having it from hp since I have an hp dv5t :D . Thx
     
    Robin15, Oct 23, 2008
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    It doesnt need to be from HP. It's a rip off usually and you can get other better ones. Look at www.lowepro.com and chek them out. I have one and it is luggage quality and an excellent backpack.
     
    ahl395, Oct 23, 2008
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    Lattice Notebook Evangelist

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    I'm a fan of the Swiss Gear backpacks. I have one that fits my Toshiba Satellite really nicely, and it has great weight distribution - everything feels lighter on my shoulders - and the laptop compartment is very nicely padded.
     
    Lattice, Oct 23, 2008
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    You can try the Slappa backpack although they're kinda pricey (~91 shipped). I bought one for my 17inch (they have one for smaller sizes too) and it is awesome. Great design, protects your laptop very well, roomy for all your necessary stuff, it's just awesome :)
     
    JBN, Oct 23, 2008
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  5. Cin'

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    Cin', Oct 23, 2008
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    Robin15 Notebook Consultant

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    sweet, thx
     
    Robin15, Oct 24, 2008
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  7. jjgoo

    jjgoo Notebook Deity

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    swiss gear usually makes the best for lappys
     
    jjgoo, Oct 24, 2008
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    I use the North Face "Surge" pack... it's got a dedicated ultra-padded laptop compartment with a seperate zippered pouch for the power adapter. Quite a nice bag. The 2008 models are like $120, but I bought mine on sale at EMS for $90. If you have the money, I'd go with the North Face.
     
    Ardroth, Oct 25, 2008
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  9. Robin15

    Robin15 Notebook Consultant

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    I just got swiss gear, a little too late to get the North face, Im happy though. Thx guys
     
    Robin15, Oct 25, 2008
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  10. Cin'

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    Ooh! Nice choice! :) Which one? Did you get the Synergy? :D

    Cin! ;) :)
     
    Cin', Oct 25, 2008
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    Targus makes alright bags if you dont want to spend a fortune, but you get what you pay for
     
    Duster73, Oct 25, 2008
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    I've been a fan of the Solo/US Luggage Urban series, I have the vertical messenger myself, and if the build quality of the backpack version is similar then I would recommend it
     
    DJ_Hoon, Oct 26, 2008
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    JinRoh, Oct 26, 2008
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  14. Cin'

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    Hey Jin, yes...I finally did receive it! I haven't posted any pics, yet..but I will within the next several days for yah!

    It's a great backpack! And, it's hold's my 1530 well...very generous with space, secure, and well..it's just works for me!~ ;) :cool:



    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Oct 26, 2008
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    kojack Notebook Prophet

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    I have a swiss gear backpack, works great for my 15", however for my 17" I have a targus messenger bag. My vote is for the swiss gear or case logic packs. they are great....
     
    kojack, Oct 26, 2008
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    martinmach, Oct 27, 2008
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  18. Robin15

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    yep, got what you recommended... ;)
     
    Robin15, Oct 27, 2008
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  19. Cin'

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    Awesome! You will surely like it....Let us know when it's arrived! ;) :cool:


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Oct 27, 2008
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