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    Sleeves/bags for the HEL-80

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by Kil4Thril, Oct 26, 2006.

  1. Kil4Thril

    Kil4Thril Notebook Enthusiast

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    What are you guys using? I need some protection for this thing, but it seems all I can find local are 15" or 17", and nothing seems to fit correctly. All the backpacks I find look like a camping knapsack :rolleyes: All I want is space for the notebook and a few accessories (mouse/trackball, charger, microfiber towel). Elegance is appreciated (I love black or red leather), but not a necessity.
     
    Kil4Thril, Oct 26, 2006
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  2. triplets

    triplets Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am using a Dell XPS Laptop Backpack with my HEL80.
     
    triplets, Oct 27, 2006
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    chrisyano Hall Monitor NBR Reviewer

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    I have a Victorinox Parliament brief for my notebook. They make leather versions, but they're really pricey even if you go with the standard Nylon. Either version is real nice. I have to use the 17" sleeve though, since it comes with a standard 15" sleeve that's too tight to use with 15.4" systems.

    Take a look at ebags if you haven't already.

    EDIT: Here are some nice sleeve-makers you may want to look at.
     
    chrisyano, Oct 27, 2006
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    Kil4Thril, Oct 27, 2006
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    I ordered one of the sleevecases from sfbags.com and should be getting it today. I'll let you know how well the HEL80 fits. I tried one of the REI sleeves, but it just wasn't big enough. The battery stuck out the top.
     
    racerdg, Oct 27, 2006
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    I've got a spire volt xl. It's a bit pricey. You can buy the sleeve seperately though, and it fits the hel80 (with 9-cell) like a glove.
     
    l33t_c0w, Oct 27, 2006
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    TC03 Notebook Evangelist

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    I'm using an Eastpak Provider (schoolbag) since I have to carry books and stuff as well. When I don't have to carry around this extra load, I use a simple Eastpak-bag with the CaseLogic NCLE sleeve.

    [​IMG]

    Fits with ease. The 9-cell battery will fit easily as well.
     
    TC03, Oct 27, 2006
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    Brianj Notebook Geek

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    North Face Surge, but you won't like it :D
     
    Brianj, Oct 27, 2006
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    I use an OGIO metro bag just fine... (mine is black, had it for 3 years still looks new being used every day for college and work)

    [​IMG]
     
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    wtlloyd Notebook Consultant

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    I got a Booq Powersleeve L case - it just fits the Hel80 with 9 cell battery. I am disappointed that the front expanding pouch is accordian style, it tapers to the bottom. This means the mouse and power supply are squeezed in when you close the flap - and there is no way to close the front flap itself, potentially allowing things to fall out...

    I will probably move on to something else - a shame, as the Booq is extremely well constructed, and wasn't cheap....
     
    wtlloyd, Oct 31, 2006
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