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mutron · May 9, 2003, 12:13 AM

Hi,

My 17'' is getting here on Tuesday...
Have not left Taiwan yet

but i need a bag!!!!
I have read the thread for bags but there was too much information and mixed with the sleeves.

So I propose if you have time to reply here in the form of:

bag I have or would like to get: Name
type: backpack/messanger/briefcase
price-range:
advantages:
disadvantages:

Please let's keep this only for 17'' bags
and not for sleeves...

After some time let's agreegate and post the results.

Thanks!!!!

I could not sleep yesterday !!!!

wilsonX · May 9, 2003, 12:24 PM

I'm in the same boat. I found this www.spireusa.com check out the volt xl backpack. It looks great...lots of room and it comes with a sleeve for free (they call it a "boot"). I'm going to get one i think...

bluejam · May 9, 2003, 12:33 PM

www.sfbags.com. I got the Suite Spot for the 17". Comes with bag, sleeve, and cord pouch for $175. Real nice and doesn't look as geeky and plain as most others and built solid with durable material. Will last a lifetime.

phedge · May 9, 2003, 07:53 PM

Gotta go with Bluejam on this.

bag I have: sf bags, RacerX
type:briefcase
price-range:139
advantages:Well built, attention to detail.
disadvantages:Needs one more outside pocket to be perfect.

Not a big bag, but plenty of room for day to day stuff. If you need more room go for the Cozmo, or Cargo.

mutron · May 9, 2003, 11:37 PM

anyone who tried this:
http://www.tombihn.com/Merchant2/mer...egory_Code=300

MessengerStyleLaptop Bag:Courier Laptop

Up to now I find this the nicest looking
one. What do you think?

mutron · May 9, 2003, 11:39 PM

Originally posted by mutron:
anyone who tried this:
http://www.tombihn.com/Merchant2/mer...egory_Code=300

MessengerStyleLaptop Bag:Courier Laptop

Up to now I find this the nicest looking
one. What do you think?

ok here is the link is again:
http://www.tombihn.com/Merchant2/mer...egory_Code=300

the size 1 brain cell fits the 17''

$150

disadvantage: someone mentioned that the
braincell (sleeve) has a zeipper and there is a chance of scratching the laptop?

can someone comment on this?

AssassyN · May 10, 2003, 12:09 AM

My review on the Brenthaven Shoulder Case Pro 17" PB bag should be helpful...it's certainly the one I'd recommend, and you can find it cheapest at www.macconnection.com

Check my review out HERE

iDORK · May 10, 2003, 12:17 AM

Originally posted by bluejam:
www.sfbags.com. I got the Suite Spot for the 17". Comes with bag, sleeve, and cord pouch for $175. Real nice and doesn't look as geeky and plain as most others and built solid with durable material. Will last a lifetime.

Did you get the Cozmo or the Cargo for the 17"?

tritonus · May 10, 2003, 02:18 AM

www.bagreview.com

NightEyes · May 10, 2003, 12:26 PM

I have the Cargo and Sleevecase from Waterfield Designs and they are simply the best bags in the Universe. Another vote for www.sfbags.com

SwitchnSOON · May 10, 2003, 08:10 PM

Originally posted by bluejam:
www.sfbags.com. I got the Suite Spot for the 17". Comes with bag, sleeve, and cord pouch for $175. Real nice and doesn't look as geeky and plain as most others and built solid with durable material. Will last a lifetime.

I got the Racer X from those guys. A fantastic bag-highly recomended.

dar77777 · May 10, 2003, 08:43 PM

Prada Sport tech fabric laptop bag with detachable shoulder straps: $400-$500. Minimalist and stylish.

mgehman · May 10, 2003, 09:11 PM

Originally posted by wilsonX:
I'm in the same boat. I found this www.spireusa.com check out the volt xl backpack. It looks great...lots of room and it comes with a sleeve for free (they call it a "boot"). I'm going to get one i think...

I have a spire Volt XL bag. It is great, if huge, but I guess you would need that in a bag for BigAl. Lots of room. Not that heavy, hey when your laptop is almost 7lb. this matters. The only modification I made was to add a black and white Apple patch to it to distinguish it from other bags at the airport. I had a Brenthaven bag which was heavier and smaller in capacity.

bluejam · May 11, 2003, 10:04 AM

Originally posted by iDORK:
Did you get the Cozmo or the Cargo for the 17"?

The Cozmo. I love it!

vmarks · May 11, 2003, 10:40 AM

http://www.acmemade.com makes a fantastic bag for the powerbooks, 12, 15, and 17".

Close-cell foam inside, zipper that seals waterproof when closed... amazing bags.

wilsonX · May 15, 2003, 10:06 AM

Originally posted by mgehman:
I have a spire Volt XL bag. It is great, if huge, but I guess you would need that in a bag for BigAl. Lots of room. Not that heavy, hey when your laptop is almost 7lb. this matters. The only modification I made was to add a black and white Apple patch to it to distinguish it from other bags at the airport. I had a Brenthaven bag which was heavier and smaller in capacity.

Just bought the Volt XL by Spire. Can't wait for it to come. Looks like a great bag...and they gave me 15% off after I paid the full amount and then discovered a discount code. Great, friendly customer service. They responded to my emails very quickly.

iDORK · May 15, 2003, 10:09 AM

Originally posted by wilsonX:
Just bought the Volt XL by Spire. Can't wait for it to come. Looks like a great bag...and they gave me 15% off after I paid the full amount and then discovered a discount code. Great, friendly customer service. They responded to my emails very quickly.

Where did you find the discount code?

Thanks!

wilsonX · May 15, 2003, 10:23 AM

Originally posted by iDORK:
Where did you find the discount code?

Thanks!

http://www.macwishbook.com/

look for the spire 15% offer...

iDORK · May 15, 2003, 10:43 AM

Originally posted by wilsonX:
http://www.macwishbook.com/

look for the spire 15% offer...

Thanks Wilson!

By the way, I have the WaterField Cozmo for the 17" and I absolutely love it! If anyone wants to see pictures, I will take some.

merlin · May 16, 2003, 03:11 AM

Anyone heard anything good/bad about the SportFolio?

http://www.marware.com/SFExtreme.html

Buzzfish · May 16, 2003, 10:33 AM

I have the Sportfolio and I love it. Very rugged, excellent construction, very slim, but if you need to put something with some bulk to it (like the power adapter and stuff like that) the noeprene stretches to fit in in there nice and snug. It's defintely not for someone who carries around alot of little stuff with them, but if you just carry your power book and power adapter along with some paperwork, it's a great bag. And for the price, you can't beat it.

It's like a wetsuit for my powerbook with all the neoprene.

TheHAN · May 16, 2003, 08:32 PM

Anyone heard of the Jansport new Lap Station http://www.ebags.com/JanSport/Lap_St...sub_site_ID=20
It looks and feels very solid and full of pockets and little storage solutions

Andy8 · May 16, 2003, 08:39 PM

I'm getting a 17" today, so last night I ordered a SleeveCase from WaterField Designs and it has already shiipped! Sevice is excellent from these guys - good work Gary.

beachmark · May 16, 2003, 11:37 PM

Originally posted by mutron:
ok here is the link is again:
http://www.tombihn.com/Merchant2/mer...egory_Code=300

the size 1 brain cell fits the 17''

$150

disadvantage: someone mentioned that the
braincell (sleeve) has a zeipper and there is a chance of scratching the laptop?

can someone comment on this?

I am using Tom Bihn bags for some time now and very happy with it. It does justthe job it needs to do. The sleeve uses velcro and does not leave any scratches on the powerbook. Recently some stupid security guy dropped the computer in the sleeve on the grond and fortunately the computer survived the 5 feet drop. Needless to say that the guy nor his superior took the time to apologize for the inconvenience.

TheHAN · May 18, 2003, 05:22 PM

I just got the Jansport Lap Station. The 17" PB fits great in its back padded area. it has a great attachable pocket for cables etc. extra one for cd's and cd player and lots lots of space. the feel is very good considering the weight over the shoulders. Since I drive a bike this is crucial to me. Highly recommended.

- - e r i k - - · May 19, 2003, 04:20 AM

I got the InCase Extra Large Laptop Sleeve in pristine Leather.

Five thumbs up:

Here�s the only link I could dig up:
http://www.smalldog.com/product/43871