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TheIceMan · 11:54 PM

Harpoonface: I got the Nike Epic 1 from Finish Line for $64.99. Great price! I was able to stop by a local sporting goods store to check it out before buying it. I think that it should be able to fit the 15" PB just fine (in its padded laptop sleeve) AND have enough room for a few books and folders. It's not the roomiest backpack out there, so it won't fit tons of books and other stuff. But it should hold a few books and some of your stuff too. There are lots of storage space, including a wet storage area at the bottom of the backpack. I love the look, color, and design of the Nike bag.

h00ligan · Nov 26, 2003 , 12:24 AM

I am tall and the horizontal cases tend to really get in the way on the subway. I would love to get a vertical style case. I was thinking of a booq bag.. i see a lot of them at ebags as well though. Does anyone have a suggestion for a vertical style case.. or should i go with the booq.

cheers.

ihobson · Nov 26, 2003 , 03:55 AM

Well everyone's added their 2cents so here's mine.

I got some Waterfield stuff a few months ago - sleeve, pouch, iSight case, and camera case. And I have to say they are very well made, look great, and work well. Plus the service is first class.

I got complete replies within hours to my (many) questions before ordering. I ordered on Wednesday pm my time and received at home in the UK less than 48 hours later (still waiting for an Apple store UK order I made at the same time).

They have all sorts of alternatives as well - backpacks, messenger bags etc. I like the way you can mix and match with the same style to build up your own solution. They also ensure a perfect fit for each model of laptop (eg TiBook vs AlBook)

I don't have any stake in Waterfield other than as a happy customer.

They're over at http://www.sfbags.com if you want to find them.

ghost_flash · Nov 26, 2003 , 11:02 AM

It's on ebay: Shame on me right?

Well, I don't use it... only used it about a dozen times in a year
and I'd rather sell it off and use the money for the holidays.

Regards,
Ghost_flash

Here is where you can view my auction:

rfxs · Nov 28, 2003 , 10:35 PM

Pelican makes two bombproof laptop cases. The 1470 and the 1490. I was wondering how a PB15 would fit the 1470. It is a few inches smaller than the 1490, but I think there would be enough room left for the charger and some misc. gear. I know it fits, but I don't think it leaves much room. I can't imagine traveling with anything less than these waterproof cases...but they are heavy and it would be nice if I could go with the smaller 1470.

thanks

jamester · Nov 30, 2003 , 07:43 AM

I ordered myself a Waterfield Designs sleevecase last night for my 12" powerbook. I should receive it by Wednesday. I chose Waterfield because of some good reviews and the fact that I can build my own custom solution from products they offer - I can get attractive cases for my iPod, my iSight, and my digital camera, for instance. Then get a Cargo bag to hold it all together. =)

A piece at a time, that's my plan.

uv23 · 01:58 PM

Hi folks, lot of questions and answers on here so I'll try not to rehash. I was wondering if any Canadians have any specific experience with any of these bags/bag companies? I'd rather order within Canada or from a US retailer that's really good at shipping to Canada, as I want it quick and don't want to get screwed on customs etc. I wish I could find some of this stuff locally. Specifically, I need a sleeve or some such for my 12" PB. I already have a vertical messenger type bag that I think would work great as the case for the sleeve. Weather resistant would be nice but not necessary. Cheers.

Edit: well I couldn't wait. The booq PowerSleeve 12 looks really good and suits my style as it looks a lot like a record bag. So I bit the bullet and paid that $52US fedex shipping to Canada.

I hope it's worth it.

sweatervest · Dec 1, 2003 , 09:36 PM

I got the Crumpler Weebee for my 12" PB:

It's just so hip. It makes me feel urban and cool, even if I'm not.

jendmb34 · Dec 2, 2003 , 08:06 PM

i thought this was a really great review, with nice pictures, for anyone considering the tom bihn id bag. i'm sold on it and the brain cell. i wish they still had the black/silver/periwinkle option instead of black/silver/sapphire for the id. i think periwinkle looks great in the pics on this site.

http://www.the-gadgeteer.com/tom-bih...ag-review.html

http://www.tombihn.com/

uv23 · Dec 3, 2003 , 02:48 PM

Figured I'd put a link to my Booq PowerSleeve 12 review in the sticky thread, so people can find it later: http://forums.macnn.com/showthread.p...hreadid=191595

ginoledesma · Dec 8, 2003 , 11:40 PM

I'm a backpack kind of person, and prefer them over cases (or any hand-carried baggage). I like the InCase Sling Pack, but I also found that the Samsonite 225-series Outliners Connection backpack is both affordable and sturdy. Its got a padded back and straps, which makes it comfy to carry even heavy loads (its 2 bags-in-1). Seems to be ideal for college students or people who like backpacks.

mdc · Dec 9, 2003 , 04:49 AM

that samsonite backpack looks interesting. do you know what the size fit for a 12" powerbook is like with college textbooks?

thanks

Bonhomme7heures · Dec 9, 2003 , 12:46 PM

I just received my Marware Sportfolio Sleeve.

It's a perfect "snuggle" fit for my 15" AL Powerbook.

I really recommend it. It's going to fit perfectly in another carrying bag or my actual backpack.

http://marware.com/SFSleeves.html

I think that the most important feature is the the protection that's inside the zipper so it will not scratch the powerbook.

http://marware.com/SFSleeveDetail4.html

Have a nice day!

futurist · Dec 10, 2003 , 01:14 AM

anyone using the hedgren extreme (show on the main page on their site) http://www.hedgren.com. Looks cool and alot of spaces And also the whole backback is like the case Anakin use in starwar. wonder if anyone using it? need some feeback. Look at incase back back and this hedgren. thanks

ginoledesma · Dec 11, 2003 , 09:25 AM

futurist, I don't own one, but I did consider it with the Samsonite backpack connection. The Hedgren model (the Extreme Profile Collection, if I'm not mistaken) has a very nice organized interior. There's room for your pens, CDs, a book or two (or paper notebook), the laptop itself, and the like. The back is stiffly padded and I think will be able to take a beating.

However, one thing I noticed is that the fit and comfort of the bag will depend on how wide you are. The back padding arcs to provide some form of back support to ease carrying heavy loads, but for people who are ... "horizontally challenged" (like me) or have broad bodies, then the arc edges will be bothersome (because it doesn't encompass the whole back). Best to try it on your back to know how it feels.

domymel · Dec 12, 2003 , 05:08 PM

Pro File 15 Shoulder Case by Brenthaven
I saw it in the Apple store online, while looking for a bag for my 15" Al. The main concern is the size of the compartment. Is it too tight for the Al?

brentahven bag at the apple store

Cheers,
Dom

(",)PB12 · Dec 14, 2003 , 02:51 PM

Can somebody teach me to use the Crumpler Very Busy Man. I just got mine today and i have no idea how to sling it around me. There's an extra strap to clip on to the other side of the bag ... i'm totally lost there.
And the straps are kindda funny they are sewn diagonally instead of straight up so that got me too ... how do i use this bag? ha ha

Lost&Confuse

(",)PB12 · Dec 14, 2003 , 04:22 PM

i'd really appreciate it if someone will post pics of somebody posing with the bag slinged on them ha ha thanks alot.

badtz · Dec 18, 2003 , 03:04 AM

http://www.willowdesign.com/SLV-22.html

if someone could post a review after they receive the new willow case minimus bag, that'd be great

curious

parallax · Dec 20, 2003 , 06:01 PM

Originally posted by geeoff:
I was really interested in that bag, but the specs on Timbuk2's web site for the laptop compartment looked too small for my new Al 15". Does it fit alright? Have you had a good experience with it yet?

I bought a Timbuk2 case for my Al 15" and it's just /wonderful/. The laptop fits in snugly and the case can fit a bunch of other stuff too... makes my backpack obsolete.

pimephalis · Dec 23, 2003 , 06:08 PM

I am seriously considering purchasing a Crumpler bag in the coming weeks, but I'd like to get a better idea of the dimensions of the bag on a person's body. Maybe I'm just obtuse, but I can't really take HxWxL and translate that size into something real and visual.

Does anyone know where I might find some photos of these bags on people rather than on the shelf? Could you lucky owners out there take photos of yourselves/loved ones/total strangers wearing these bags and post them? I'd be forever grateful...