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weissinator · Jul 6, 2006, 02:50 AM

Has anyone heard anything about the Shinza ZeroShocks? They seem to have gotten the 17" sleeves out in about a month (17" MBP released April 24; sleeve released mid-May), but there's been no word as far as I know about 13.3" sleeves even though it's been nearly 2 months...meh.

mavherzog · Jul 6, 2006, 05:46 AM

Originally Posted by weissinator

Has anyone heard anything about the Shinza ZeroShocks? They seem to have gotten the 17" sleeves out in about a month (17" MBP released April 24; sleeve released mid-May), but there's been no word as far as I know about 13.3" sleeves even though it's been nearly 2 months...meh.

I am anxiously awaiting their arrival. Had one for my 12" iBook and absolutely LOVED IT! I am making due with the Sony Vaio sleeve right now...but that will be kicked to the curb as soon as Shinza releases a ZeroShock sleeve for the MacBook!!

katy · Jul 6, 2006, 12:37 PM

Tucano second skin

weissinator · 09:20 PM

UPDATE -- got a SECOND reply, from the same person, but with more precise info:

Your request has been one of many wondering when we will have the new 13"
sleeve available for purchase. We are completely out of stock for all the
MacBook sleeves. These sleeves are custom order and have taken a
frustratingly long time to design. Thankfully, we have been told that all
colors in the MacBook Pro sleeve will be available for purchase in the last
week in August. We have included a design for the 13" MacBook and this will
also be available at the end of August. We hope that you will wait patiently
with us and order your sleeve when it becomes available. Thank you for your
interest in shinza.com.

Sincerely,

Audrey
Shinza.com
Customer Service

To be perfectly honest, I'm not really sure I AM willing to wait -- might just get the STM Rebound instead, since it seems to be the same materials and ships out July 12.

Bolero421 · Jul 6, 2006, 04:08 PM

I got my STM Alley bag yesterday. It fits my Macbook almost perfectly, I'm very happy with it. Bonus points for it not looking like a typical notebook case, the vertical orientation is very nice. People have already posted several pictures of it in this thread so I wont. The coloring is interesting; depending on the light it appears black, grey, or a very dark olive-green.

The one thing I don't like about the STM Alley is the velcro fasteners for the front and secondary flaps. Velcro annoys the heck out of me and I actually find it fairly painful to listen to as it is ripped apart (not dissimilar to "nails-on-a-chalkboard" for a lot of people). To fix this I went to my local hobby store and bought a set of magnetic clasps, very similar to what you see on a lot of women's purses. I removed the velcro with a razor and affixed the magnets to hold the front flap. They are very secure and, more importantly, very quiet. Unfortunately I only bought one set to try it out so I need to go buy another for the inner flap closes the laptop bay itself.

Yakov · Jul 6, 2006, 05:31 PM

i took some pics of the macbook case from sony

six images in my flickrset

paytonc · Jul 7, 2006, 02:31 AM

Just received a Pinder sleeve (http://www.pinderbags.com/14_inch_laptop_carrier.html) which somehow came to a mere $24.50 shipped via 2-day Priority -- guess I'm the only one who likes orange. Used a since-discontinued Timbuk2 sleeve with my iBook, but it had a few shortcomings: no pockets (= full hands and pant pockets), left the computer exposed on the top, and only available in basic black. Besides, they haven't built one for the MacBook yet.

The Pinder fits great along the sides, but it does leave a few inches at the top -- a good spot to stash a camera and a phone, perhaps. The side pocket's roomy enough for a large magazine (good for use with the bag as an insulating lap desk), the AC adapter, and assorted detritus. The hardware's top notch. In short, great for my needs: insulation inside my usual messenger bag or the occasional walk down to the café.

Two photos:
MacBook inside: http://www.flickr.com/photos/paytonc/183898389
Stuffing the side pocket: http://www.flickr.com/photos/paytonc/183898374

uicandrew · Jul 7, 2006, 02:54 AM

i'm receiving a 13" macbook-specific thin sleeve with handles and shoulderstrap on monday, so i'll post pics at that time. I would say it is a cross between the marware sportfolios and the sfbags, all at a reasonable price. I actually might sell the one i ordered on macnn because i'm having second thoughts on the color that i ordered (white/silver to match my macbook)

i will reveal the bag on monday, but as a teaser, including shipping, this sleeve/case only cost $46, VERY reasonable for a macbook-specific sleeve. (the closest competitor can come close to $100 with the piggyback.

mavherzog · Jul 7, 2006, 08:41 PM

Originally Posted by weissinator

UPDATE -- got a SECOND reply, from the same person, but with more precise info:
To be perfectly honest, I'm not really sure I AM willing to wait -- might just get the STM Rebound instead, since it seems to be the same materials and ships out July 12.

Heh, I just got the same email from them. I actually AM willing to wait. I had a ZeroShock for my 12" iBook and absolutely loved it.

Lucky8 · Jul 7, 2006, 10:34 PM

Originally Posted by katy

Tucano second skin

What kind of screen saver cloth is that?

weissinator · Jul 7, 2006, 11:50 PM

What kind of screen saver cloth is that?

I'm pretty sure it's one that comes with the Tucano sleeve -- I think it's just a microfiber thing.

katy · Jul 8, 2006, 04:04 AM

Originally Posted by weissinator

I'm pretty sure it's one that comes with the Tucano sleeve -- I think it's just a microfiber thing.

You're right.

shiropetto · Jul 8, 2006, 10:56 AM

i just asked for a free microfibre cloth at the nearest glasses store.... it fits perfectly

harrisjamieh · Jul 8, 2006, 11:17 AM

My LArobe sleeve will be with me sometime next week... I had one for my iBook and it was great.. this time I went for the black w/white piping scheme... I'll post some pics when it gets here.

Ouhei · Jul 8, 2006, 11:39 AM

Has anyone ordered the tom bihn softcase? I'm planning on getting that one before I go back to school.

Nikhil72 · 10:16 AM

I just received the Mamba S from BooqBags for my BlackBook...it was $109 but it's perfect. It's a vertical messenger design with a generous number of pockets. The outside flap has its own iPod pocket with headphone hole...it's magnetic and when the flap is lifted, there are two pockets...I keep my eye glasses case in one and my cell phone in the other. In the main compartment there are several more pockets and some room for a small book or magazine or file...I keep my power adapter and Apple remote in here...in a separate padded compartment goes the MacBook and it fits perfectly. The bag is relatively lightweight and is very durable feeling; it's also very comfortable to carry. I've used BooqBags before and I love their products and this certainly doesn't disappoint.

The size of the laptop comparment was made for a 12" PowerBook but the MacBook fits perfectly...it's a nice, snug fit...I don't think it's loose at all.

TheoCryst · Jul 9, 2006, 01:52 AM

Any word yet on the Incase Neoprene Sleeve? The iBook model is excellent, so I'll assume that the MacBook sleeve is of comparable quality unless I hear otherwise.

monkeybrain · Jul 9, 2006, 07:03 AM

Has anyone had any experience with Sumo sleeves? This one: http://www.laptopstuff.co.uk/product...category_id=79

would seem to be a better fit and offer more protection than the Tucano sleeve: http://www.macheaven.co.uk/?page=proddetail&prod=19370

Choice is more limited in the UK (unless you want to pay the high shipping charges for stuff from abroad).

davdav · Jul 9, 2006, 09:22 PM

I had a ZeroShock for my 12" as well and loved it.

Although I am waiting for the school hymn for my macbook because it is just so beautiful.

Crumpler... get your act together!

weissinator · Jul 10, 2006, 12:16 AM

I've ordered the STM Rebound (or, more precisely, gotten a relative to buy it for me as a gift). I'm not willing to wait until the end of August for the ZeroShock when there's a sleeve available that, to all appearances, is essentially the same. Esp since I'm going to be traveling between now and then. I'm also getting the InvisibleSHIELD, since I have the white Macbook and I'd really like to avoid getting frightening stains from my hands.

I'll post when things arrive.

Disengage · Jul 10, 2006, 12:18 PM

I just placed an order for the Vyper XS2 which is now available on boogbags website. It should be here within the week, I'll post impressions after I get it.