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Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Any good recommendations for laptop backpacks?
I'm looking to get a new bag to carry by laptop and a few devices everyday to and from work as well as when I travel and thought some of you reading this might have some recommendations. Features I'm looking for:
  • padded back, ergonomically designed
  • adjustable shoulder straps
  • padded area for a 15" laptop
  • multiple storage compartments
  • something that looks good
Thanks in advance!

27 comments

I've been asking myself the same question lately. I'm thinking of going with one of these:

http://www.booqbags.com/Detail.bok?no=365

It has style and functionality - which I think is a great combination. :)

By Anonymous Mike Downey , at Tue Jun 28, 01:42:00 PM PDT  

While not a backpack, these babies are awesome. I love mine.

http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/catalog/categories.t2?categoryId=7

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jun 28, 01:52:00 PM PDT  

a little pricy but very very much worth it.

http://www.timbuk2.com/

By Anonymous Ryan Guill , at Tue Jun 28, 01:53:00 PM PDT  

I used a Kensington Saddlebag for about five years before the market got hot for these bags. They do not make it any longer, but they replaced it twice for me. The first time I wore through the leather, the second time was a freak strap. No questions either time, they simply shipped me a new bag. Incredible customer service.

However, I'm thinking of ordering the recommendation here. Looks nice.

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jun 28, 01:58:00 PM PDT  

I have a Swiss Army. I love it. Very strong and very padded, but unfortunately Swiss Army website is hard to navigate.

By Blogger John D Giotta , at Tue Jun 28, 02:01:00 PM PDT  

www.spireusa.com

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jun 28, 02:13:00 PM PDT  

Yeah the tibuk2s' are awesome I got an XL one and it fits my laptop and a few books.

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jun 28, 02:40:00 PM PDT  

The NorthFace Recon backpack is awesome. A nicely padded back, lots of compartments including a space for a laptop and water bottles. You can even hide some of the unused straps in compartments along the sides. You can find an example here: http://www.backcountry.com/store/TNF0723/The-North-Face-Recon-Backpack-1850-cu-in.html

By Anonymous Paulo , at Tue Jun 28, 03:15:00 PM PDT  

I am looking for same. Have to have backpack for the ergonomics. Near trying this one out.

It seems to have a very nice laptop section for really easy access. See second picture under the main one for the view I'm referring to.

By Blogger Bryan Zug , at Tue Jun 28, 03:38:00 PM PDT  

Just before I took a trip to China this past Xmas, I went shopping for my laptop. I had a new laptop bag, but knew I would be hiking at times and wanted a backpack. I was at Frys Electronics and decided on a Samsonsite laptop backpack.


Very good padding for the shoulders and the laptop area was well padded. It also had tons of extra storage so I could carry all my other gadgets and carry water bottles on the sides.

Here is the link, although it looks like they have changed the model line a little. http://www.samsonitebackpacks.com/laptop.html

By Anonymous John , at Tue Jun 28, 03:41:00 PM PDT  

I am pretty happy with my crumpler:

http://www.crumplerbags.com/cartIndex.php?catId=5

By Blogger Nick Gerig , at Tue Jun 28, 03:49:00 PM PDT  

I spent half a day trapsing around the CBD here in Melbourne Australia and finally found something that I've been extremely happy with.

Deuter Giga II
It's a big url unfortunately..:

http://www.deuter.com/cms/front_content.php?client=1&lang=1&parent=&subid=&idcat=66&idart=154&idside=&webgrab_path=http://www.deuter.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=3_21&products_id=124

By Anonymous Brian Gilbert , at Tue Jun 28, 04:38:00 PM PDT  

A co-worker just purchased the Swiss Army (black with red trim) and it is sharp. He really likes it.

He said it cost apx $60/US

I am not sure how big of a pocket it has though but it seems like it would hold a 15"

By Blogger Bill , at Tue Jun 28, 06:05:00 PM PDT  

Alienware...without a doubt the best bag for the best machine :)

Alienware

By Anonymous Dave , at Tue Jun 28, 06:26:00 PM PDT  

Go for a crumpler! They are really well made, good material and protects your devices!

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jun 28, 06:50:00 PM PDT  

Go for a crumpler! They are really well made, good material and protects your devices!

By Anonymous Ronnie , at Tue Jun 28, 06:51:00 PM PDT  

Being from Australia I'd have to recommend:

STM
(can hold up to 17" powerbook)
http://www.standardtm.com.au/backpacks

I've been using one for over a year everyday, and it hasn't faultered yet...

And Crumpler:
(weird site, good bags)
http://www.crumpler.com.au/cartIndex.php?catId=5

By Anonymous Aran Rhee , at Tue Jun 28, 11:22:00 PM PDT  

Not sure if they are available any more or not (eBay maybe), but there were some backpacks made for the XBox. It's black with a big green XBox logo on it, but it holds lots and is padded on the inside. Has some straps in it to hold stuff down and a pretty big compartment on the outside, for holding the controllers. I use mine on occasion, although I prefer my Timbuk2 these days.

By Blogger Mike , at Wed Jun 29, 05:02:00 AM PDT  

If you are looking for truly ergonomic features and a more professional appearance in a backpack, check out:

http://www.kensington.com/html/4727.html

If you take the product tour, you'll see the feature that I like about it: adjustable lumbar support. It also got a good review in PC Magazine a little while ago. I got mine at Circuit City.

By Anonymous Jamie , at Wed Jun 29, 07:28:00 AM PDT  

I'm a big fan of this bag from Targus.
http://www.targus.com/us/product_details.asp?sku=CVR600

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Wed Jun 29, 06:18:00 PM PDT  

thanks to everyone's recommendations. I think I've decided on one and will make a post about it once I receive it ;o)

By Blogger Bill , at Wed Jun 29, 06:59:00 PM PDT  

I use a crumpler bag, nicely designed and comfortable carrying experience. I like it better than my previous leather bag.

By Anonymous Tim Wang , at Mon Jul 04, 10:58:00 PM PDT  

Have had this one for about a year and a half, still fits exactly like when I bought it. Was a bit pricy then, but well worth it. Can't hardly tell that I have a computer an some books on my back =)
http://www.johnlewis.com/Shopping/Product.aspx?Type=SKU&ID=230203976&source=12021
/magnus

By Blogger Magnus Wallon , at Tue Jul 12, 08:45:00 AM PDT  

I have just bought a Gravis Metro for my 15" Powerbook.

Looks good and lots of room for other stuff too:

http://www.burton.com/Gravis/SS05/Gear/products.asp?productID=6253

By Anonymous Anonymous , at Tue Jul 12, 03:00:00 PM PDT  

For $30 + S&H you can have my Swiss Army Brief. It is black, comes with two straps - a shoulder strap and a backpack strap, a padded case, and Swiss Luggage ID tags. and of course, you can add lil' storage options for your phone, pda, etc.

I bought it for my wife, she pretended to like it because it was from me. I liked it so much, I bought myself one. Now she uses a different bag. It is taking up closet space in my tiny beach house.

Call it a Flasher discount.

idirect@gmail.com

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By Blogger ?? , at Sun Feb 19, 07:07:00 PM PST  

If you are looking for a laptop bag or sleeve look at www.ltgear.com. Thaey have a great selection of bags and travel gear. Most Bags will fit laptops. Great service. No complaints from my end.

By Anonymous kiki2002 , at Mon Mar 12, 10:09:00 AM PDT  

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