M17x Bags, Backpacks, Cases & Sleeves - Discuss Here

You're right about my love of Brenthaven bags. Mine fits, but very snugly and I wouldn't be able to fit a 1inch binder in there. And I'm unable to slip the computer into the lappy compartment. I can only slide it into the space in front of it, and can barely zip the bag closed. And when it fully zips up, it's really tight and you can totally tell that there's a computer in there due to the rectangular shape it has.

Does the zipper have 2 pull-thingies? Or just 1? (Not sure what they're called, but ya the thing you pull on to close it lolz). Is your bag the 15inch or 17inch version? Can you also share photos of the bottom of the bag, and comment on how much padding there is on the base, INSIDE of the bag? Dont need any more commentary regarding those rubber thingies on the outside.

Thx!

 

Entering the M17x R3 size in the fit link says that the Ricardo Beverly Hills WILL NOT fit the laptop.

Never was a big fan of the side pocket myself.

 

Is this the first gaming rig you've ever owned?

I'm not understanding this, or why you think it's such a huge point to protect your laptop against burglars like they're all around you (unless you live in that bad of a town...). If it's in a bag, it's in a bag, I really doubt people are going to call you out if your backpack is shaped like a square. Are you planning on walking around in dark places at all hours of the night with your laptop or something? In public places where there are a lot of people around, I can't imagine someone actually coming up to you and jacking you unless you're just in a crappy neighborhood.

 

Whether or not he really needs it, the OP said he wants it so there is no reason to try to derail him.

back on topic: I got the Astro Scout and will post video review/pics with the Alienware m17x r3 in and out of it.

 

Orion is still the way to go. Liking it more and more every day. Love the fact that it opens 180 degrees. Great for loading the lappy.

 

Yes my first, and yes I do live in crappy area/work in crappy area. Will also be going to grad school in the Fall (hopefully), so inevitably will be walking alone at night for evening classes, and of course there won't be crowds of ppl at that time which is key for burglars to jump me.

I can't wait for these pix. This is my 2nd choice backpack.

How thick is the padding on the base and the left/right sides? Also, remind me if there's a gap between the bottom of the lappy slot and the base of hte backpack?

----

Also just got back from Target. They had no more black Tuari 17" sleeves, but the ones they did have were magenta and blue. It's the same old same old (inadequate padding), so I didn't buy it. Will be shopping for a backpack afterall, dammit Doesn't help that backpacks are really expensive.

 

There are 2 "pull thingies" (I can't think of what to call them either. Haha) on each compartment, and they actually have little loops on them for locks if you wanted to do that.
It's the 17 inch version, no 15 inch bag will ever fit an m17x from my understanding. And that photo was actually from the inside of the bag, it was just fully unzipped, and a really bad picture. I'll try and take a better one that actually shows you the padding when I get off work, which will be about midnight or so, or 3 and a half hours from now depending on where you are.

 

Looking forward to the photos + commentary

 

^I noticed a few threads up that people were scared of getting their stuff stolen. For that, I would advise the mobile edge securepack, which I have and can personally vouch for as a fantastic bag. It is almost impossible to open it without taking off the bag and reversing the straps.

 

To OP:

It will be a while until I can post pics/review because I have the bag, but my laptop will be here earliest in 2 weeks

 

I tried my hardest to get a photo to show it, but it's really hard to pull it off.

This kind of works... The padding goes right up to the bottom of the zipper, and there's a little extra padding for the laptop compartment. it's rigid too, so that it would absorb the shock really well. I honestly would have no problem with dropping this bag with my laptop in it.

 

Can you edit the photo with arrows designating the bottom of the backpack, and a measurement of how thick that bottom padding is? And also please indicate how much of a gap there is between the bottom of the laptop compartment and the base of the backpack? Cuz my Brenthaven has almost 2inches of space between the base and the bottom of the laptop compartment. Additionally, there's like 1-1.5inch of padding on the base, and like .75-1" thickness in padding for the lappy compartment.

Thx!!!!

 

You can really keep me on my toes with this. haha
this should do it then.

 

Thanks for the photo, bud. Only 1/4 inch gap between the base and the compartment, eh? That's too small of a gap... Also, only 1/2inch padding for the base---that's really cuttin it close too.

Gotta continue shopping, I guess. For now I'll just stick with my Brenthaven, even though it's a tight fit. Don't really need the space just yet anyway, as grad school doesn't start till Fall.

Can someone share a similar photo as Sean's but for the Orion backpack? TYIA!

 

Man, you have very strict standards. Maybe you should buy some sort of military-grade, bulletproof, bomb-proof, fingerprint scanner enabled, suitcase. haha

 

I was actually going to go to the Army HQ at the mall nearby to see if they had any nice backpacks, and just make a sleeve of my own That is, if I don't find a good quality bag before that trip happens

 

I'm waiting for noodles pictures of the scout, myself. That backpack is pretty steezy. I haven't looked at the Orion that much, now that I think about it.

 

Could you post pix of the bag now, and with a pen or a CD for reference?

 

I'm pretty sure I'm going to go with the Orion backpack or messenger bag, not sure which yet. It will be used for medical school so I have to do some research to figure out which one is more practical. I will post plenty of pics and give a review when I get it(which won't be for a little bit bc the EDD on my lappy isn't until the end of April).

Sam

 

I just looked at the Orion...It looks pretty hideous in comparison to the Scout. Just my opinion though.

 

The reviews seem to be good, and I'm not going for the most aesthetically pleasing bag on the market...

 

Yeah, I gotta have that steeeeeze.

 

I actually liked the look of the Orion, but I think the Astro Scout is more suited for me because they have the headset contraption in the front

 

Photos!!! Thanks!

EDIT: Anyone know if the Level8 Atlas backpack fits the R3? http://themacfeed.com/2010/07/review-level-8-atlas/ How about the Targus A7? http://www.amazon.com/Targus-Commuter-Backpack-Designed-TSB200US/dp/B0043TKASQ/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_4

EDIT2: Man, another nice backpack I just discovered: BBP Industries. I wonder if it'll fit the R3: http://themacfeed.com/2010/04/review-bbp-bags-industries-backpack/ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HxnF9Fufw4U

 

YouTube - SLAPPA M.A.S.K. Custom Build 17" Laptop Backpack

Was just looking at this vid for the M.A.S.K Backpack will check it out more.

 

I did some research on the SLAPPA M.A.S.K. bags and They seem perfect except for the fact that a few reviews state that it is a little lacking in proper cushion on the underside of the bag which is supposed to protect everything inside when you sit it down. However the reviews on the bag are still very, very high.

 

I still wont have my machine for another month, 5/5 but I bought a Slappa Matrix Pro 17'' for $50 off of ebay. I figure I won't be throwing myself at anything or dropping it off of ladders, so ~1'' of padding is enough for me.

 

I did the same. I bought a Slappa M.A.S.K. as well as an SSD and RAM for the new system which I am still waiting for. lol.

 

Hi everyone!

First of all, sorry for my poor english.

I´ve reading (and learning) a lot from this forum since i deciced to acquire a m17xr3. A couple days ago arrived to my home the Astro scout backpack i had purchased last week, so i decided to contribute with this, hope it helps.

Although my laptop still didn´t arrived i figured out some photos could interesting you, at least for sizing matters. I have an edd of 4/15 ( yet nervous), so i hope next week i can expand this with more info.

Here are the pics, to get an idea im average height (1.77m), relatively slim (65 kg) and Virgo.



Pd. Yes, it´s an aliendog. No, not reponds as Scrappy doo

Ask wathever you want guys.

 

Thank you for the pictures! What are the backpack's dimensions?

Also, I lol'ed at "Virgo" hahahahaha.

 

The Astro Scout is Very comfortable!

I compared it with my friends Slappa MASK and I definately prefer my Scout. I think the Scout is more comfortable and doesn't have to much of the silly design making it a little more professional looking.

Just my 2 cents though

 

Where's the photos you promised ?

 

I told you when I get my laptop in.

The constant asking isn't helping either. It's actually getting quite annoying

 

10char

 

Just remembered that this guy posted some pix of the Astro Scout in the G73 backpacks thread: http://forum.notebookreview.com/6337994-post133.html

But, it doesn't look like it has very thick padding... Can someone confirm/refute?

Thx!

 

Ordered my Slappa M.A.S.K backpack over the weekend, but still waiting on my R3. I'll try to snap some pictures if people want but my droid isn't taking very good pictures lately hehe.

 

Very interesting. I have the same issue, which is why I didn't have any photos to post of my M.A.S.K. However, I did get my new Nikon P7000 last week, so I hope to take some pics soon...at least once I figure out the various posting rules and best site to host them.

 

My girlfriend's DroidX takes good pictures, but my first generation Motorola Droid seems to take fairly fuzzy pictures lately. I'm sure your pictures will turn out much better with your Nikon hehe.

 

Hi again!

The official dimensions as listed in the website are 14" long x 7" wide x 19" tall. Later at home i will check it (In cm´s ).

The padding is enough thick for me, besides the laptop cage (very furry), it has additional padding at the back and bottom. In addition the front has a semi-rigid framework, so the weakest point (as usual i suppose) are the sides. Despite of this i think it would resist a little fall without problems, (but its not suited for kung fu figthing.)

As noodles256, ill do a complete photoreview of this when i get the laptop, but if you have another specific question just tell me. (unfortunately my edd has change to 5/9 PAIN )

Meanwhile here are some reviews i founded:

YouTube - astro gaming scout backpack

YouTube - Feed Bleeders Episode 3 Astro Gaming Scout Backpack Review

Thats all folks.

 

Thanks for this. I'm sorely disappointed with the looks of the insides though. Doesn't look very padded/protective, especially with how flimsy the compartment is. Can you comment on the base of the compartment, and also the base of the backpack? How thick is the padding?

Thx!

 

Dookie I think your best option is to purchase a backpack that you like aesthetically/organizationally, and just add your own foam padding within it. The amount of padding you're demanding won't be met by any backpack.

 

This.


10char.

 

I picked up a Swiss Gear Ibex 17" backpack for my R3.

It fits well. Tight but the zippers go up and around without needing to pull them over nor does the zipper rest against the R3.

I actually use it to carry my R3 and my work laptop, a Lenovo T-61 plus all accessories.

I have had good luck with Swiss Gear backpacks so I am sticking with them.

 

Do you put it in the Ibex bag with or without the sleeve? I also have an Ibex backpack that I used for my XPS M1710 from back in the day, so I wouldn't mind not having to buy a new bag if the R3 fits with the sleeve!

 

Got my Slappa M.A.S.K Koa today and it's exactly as I expected. The build quality appears to be excellent. The bag looks incredibly strong and I'm sure I'll be very happy with it when I get my R3.

 

Bought and received the Alienware Orion backpack. Pretty happy with it. Plenty of room for all my stuff, plus it was "free" as dell sent me a $100 coupon for canceling my replacement order twice.

 

Did you ask for the backpack or did they just offer it to you without you ever mentioning it?

 

Have had ideas lately of making my own sleeve out of ballistic nylon plus foam I got from a case at work that used to hold the projectors and the foam I can buy at Michaels'. It's really dense foam stuff too---came stock with the dell projectors in their suitcase/hardcase thingies. I just ripped out the foam and tossed the cases. Will cut 'em out and glue 'em to some cheapy nylon/cotton fabric then sew the ballistic nylon on teh outside of that.

Can't wait till I find a nice backpack to put this in shortly after

 

very impressive, I am also waiting for my R3, but I may buy Astro finally

 

but it's only sold in official website? I couldnt find any seller in ebay or even amazon?