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    Need a compact backpack for the HEL80

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by AndyNJ, Apr 10, 2007.

  1. AndyNJ

    AndyNJ Notebook Geek

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    I'm ordering an HEL80 and figured that I'd get a new bag for it while my wallet is open.

    I searched and read through a few threads about bags and looked a few reviews, but I didn't seem to find what I was looking for yet.

    I want a backpack that is compact. I will only be carrying my notebook, power adapter and maybe a bottle of water. For longer trips where I need to carry more I'll take my existing bag, but I want something light, half-decent looking and thin for every day use.

    I hate carrying a bag that stick out a foot and a half off my back.

    Ideas?
     
    AndyNJ, Apr 10, 2007
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  2. pyro9219

    pyro9219 Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    My OGIO Metro bag is only about 4 inches thick when I've only got "daily stuff" in it + a notebook computer. it doesn't get huge till I load it up with books...

    Not really sure what you are looking for I guess.
     
    pyro9219, Apr 10, 2007
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    Jabe Notebook Guru

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    I bought myself an EastPak bag. It's quite big when fully loaded, but I needed the space. I know there was another one that would fit my HEL80 and appeared smaller, but can't remember the exact name of it. Nevertheless it was one of the Campus series, which are made for carrying laptops.
     
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    AndyNJ, Apr 10, 2007
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    Kensington has been making some pretty nice notebook bags lately. Their Contour line in particular is not so "computer-bag-looking" and I think I remember seeing a few sleek models.
     
    chrisyano, Apr 10, 2007
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    Be sure to atleast check out the OGIO metro if you haven't already.. I've had mine for 5ish years and it still looks new. Doesn't look like anything you would carry a notebook in either.
     
    pyro9219, Apr 11, 2007
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    i went with the targus backpack, works perfectly an the hel80 fits perfectly
     
    Superjrj, Apr 12, 2007
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  10. AndyNJ

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    samsonite! i was WAAAY off!

    :)
     
    AndyNJ, Apr 13, 2007
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