help me find a bag for my macbook please

[sooz]

hi, i've had my macbook pro for a while now, but still don't have a case for it. The only suitable cases i've seen are just boring black. I want something that looks slightly more stylish and isn't too bulky. Anyone have any ideas where i can get one?

[2fives]

Personally I like the plain jane black case/bag what ever.

But check this out. here (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?logon=&langid=EN&sku_id=0665000FS10073741&catid=10104#)

[smueboy]

hi, i've had my macbook pro for a while now, but still don't have a case for it. The only suitable cases i've seen are just boring black. I want something that looks slightly more stylish and isn't too bulky. Anyone have any ideas where i can get one?

Bag or sleeve? Crumpler make cool bags and Foofshop.com make sleeves that sure aren't boring. Then again, the Booq sleeves are black but pretty damn stylish...

[Zegna]

Here is what I'm seriously considering right now.

http://www.acmemade.com/theslim.html

A bit on the pricey side, but the reviews I have read say they are excellent. What do you think?

[mac000]

incase bags/sleeves are pretty nice, you can find them on Apple's store website

[dr427]

I really like my Incase I bought from the Apple Store.

I got a thin satchel type in Orange. It has a ultra soft microfiber type lined interior and a few small pockets. I can take my MBP, AC Charger, Remote, & Thumbdrive all at once in a very thin package.

[djkny]

Here is what I'm seriously considering right now.

http://www.acmemade.com/theslim.html

A bit on the pricey side, but the reviews I have read say they are excellent. What do you think?

the acme Clyde looks even better, albeit pricier.

[chatoyer]

I just picked up an STM Evolution bag (http://www.stmbags.com.au/smallevolution). Quite nice, and have used their bags for years without any problems. I have a 'Small Loop' that's been around the world with me three times (carrying an IBM Thinkpad X40). Can get them at Radtech (http://www.radtech.us/) if you're in the US.

[mfInc]

I just picked up one of these: http://www.mac-case.com/Leather%20Site/Big%20Pictures%20Pages/Sleeves/MacCase%20PL%20SleeveBK.html

I am very satisfied with the quality of it. And it looks amazing.

[eluk]

STM definitely worth considering. I have a Large Convertible for my 17".

[aljlin]

I bought the brenthaven bag which is nice, but not totally aesthetically appealing. I have heard quite a few about the Timbuk2's. http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/retail/catalog.htm?categoryId=85 Those seem pretty good. Don't worry about if it says powerbook 15" my friend has one of them and says his macbook pro works. I don't know since mine hasn't arrived yet. It's sitting in the distribution center waiting for me. YAY! :)

[BenHoleton]

If you want one that's not boring, check this out:

http://www.barrysfarm.com/index.php?p=36

[Mac'Mo]

if you want something not simply like a black executive, you should look at crumpler bags. some people on this forum swear by them and their site is DEFINITELY anything but boring black.

[stevento]

i found a cheap one by targus for $30. and it works perfectly.

[Dfndr90]

You can not go wrong with the Jack Spade Laptop bag. It is stylish and very low profile. It fits my C2D Black book and charger just fine, plus it does not scream I have a laptop.


http://www.jackspade.com/shop/product.php?productid=19698&cat=257&sku=CH5042436C201


Matt...

[HowEver]

No, but it screams you have $350 for a laptop bag... Wow.

You can not go wrong with the Jack Spade Laptop bag. It is stylish and very low profile. It fits my C2D Black book and charger just fine, plus it does not scream I have a laptop.


http://www.jackspade.com/shop/product.php?productid=19698&cat=257&sku=CH5042436C201


Matt...

[phungy]

You can not go wrong with the Jack Spade Laptop bag. It is stylish and very low profile. It fits my C2D Black book and charger just fine, plus it does not scream I have a laptop.


http://www.jackspade.com/shop/product.php?productid=19698&cat=257&sku=CH5042436C201


Matt...

Wow... too pricey for a messenger bag.

[gcrowell]

I have a Timbuk2 Commute (http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/retail/catalog.htm?categoryId=85&skusetId=29) and think it is an outstanding bag. Have had Tom Bihn and Outland, and like this one the best. Good size, room for some extra stuff, but not too huge. Built-in sleeve, lots of pockets to organize all ur stuff.

[Mac'Mo]

wow i see someone recommended jack spade bags and they're really great and stylish but are by no means budget or mainstream. =(

[cyberddot]

No slight intended, just making note that the macbook/mbp bag threads are kind of numerous, so you might find even more help searching for previous threads on the subject. I found some here (http://forums.macrumors.com/search.php?searchid=4938525) with the forum search and here (http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=macbook+pro+bag+case+site%3Aforums.macrumors.com&meta=) using MRoogle (http://mroogle.yo-momma.net/). :)

[grafikat]

For all of you DIY'ers, here's a site I found:
http://isoglossia.com/?p=375

Make it as unique as you want!

[DarkNetworks]

TechAir is pretty reliable. Have one and have been using it for a year now.

[bob t'carpenter]

I bought one of these for my Macbook and am really pleased with it. Depends what you want, I liked its simple stylishness and doesn't look too slickery dickery. This is for their macbook pro range:


http://wrappers.typepad.com/macbookprosleeves/

[aaron.lee2006]

I have this and love it. it has a spot for a phone right on the shoulder strap as well. This one is for the MB Pro but it is also available in the 13" version.

http://www.stmbags.com.au/mediumalley

[timerollson]

I own this. It's the small loft bag from STM. It's perfect for your Macbook sizewise.
http://www.ghc.co.uk/acatalog/stm_loft_sml_chclt_ornge.jpg

I bought it from a site for $44.

[Dfndr90]

No, but it screams you have $350 for a laptop bag... Wow.


Wow, I am glad I did not mention I also use a Y-3 Messenger bag for the BlackBook. That one is pricier, and much harder to find. I use a Timbuk2 for my work laptop, and Crumpler for my camera bags. But sometimes, you have to treat yourself and your Mac good.

Matt...

[Snide]

I own this. It's the small loft bag from STM. It's perfect for your Macbook sizewise.

http://www.ghc.co.uk/acatalog/stm_loft_sml_chclt_ornge.jpg

I bought it from a site for $44.


I have been considering this bag. Do you know how it compares to the STM Alley?
Also, where did you get it that cheap? The best price I've seen is $54 delivered.

[Craigy Boy]

I'm after a crumpler school hymn case for a macbook pro (my mate has one for his 12inch iBook and swears by them). Can't seem to find them on any UK sites though. however here are a lot of 15 inch ones, but descibe themselves for the powerbook. Looking at the dimensions i don't think those cases will fit a macbook pro. Any ideas where I can get one from? If not, any american sites that ship to the UK pretty cheaply?

Cheers

Craig

[00hkelly]

www.crumplereurope.com is a good place to get crumplers in the uk, also http://we-sell-crumpler.co.uk/ i own many crumpler bags but for my macbook pro i decided to go with Huzzk Bags http://www.huzzk.com i got the black gt and will try to post some photos later if i can be bothered but i have 3 history exams tomorrow afternoon.
hugo

http://www.itoyzstore.com/product_images/MacBookPro15/GTBlackBig.jpg

[Craigy Boy]

Really like the look of the huzzk case. How do they perform? I just want somethin that protects the macbook pro really well and doesn't make it that much bigger. I've found the huzzk on ebay, anywhere else sell them? (couldn't find an add to basket or price on that official site)

[bbydon]

is that rubber?

[00hkelly]

its got a good rubber outside with the tyre texture wich looks VERY good in the flesh, the inside is neoprene/wetsuit material the zips are as good as any crumpler bag i have and around them is a good sturdy fabric. the bag is made very well and seems sturdy and good quality. i just have this bag inside my crumpler messenger bag with all my other stuff. in each corner on the inside is a diagonal piece of elastic which allows you to keep the bag attached to the laptop if you want to use the lappy on your knees for example and dont want the case flying everywhere. the zip covers 3 sides but doesnt go right to the edge of the 4th, i think this is for ventilation when you are using it with the mbp in it as it leavs a slight gap for the fans. soz no pics as am busy.
you can get them on ebay or go tohttp://www.itoyzstore.com

[IFBrock]

Step 1 - Go to eBags.

Step 2 - Get a Timbuk2 or a Manhattan Portage.

Step 3 - You Win!

[Snide]

I have been considering this bag. Do you know how it compares to the STM Alley?
Also, where did you get it that cheap? The best price I've seen is $54 delivered.

http://www.ghc.co.uk/acatalog/stm_loft_sml_chclt_ornge.jpg

Just picked one up from the STM folks at Macworld SF for $45.00 with no tax.
Nice bag!

[phungy]

Step 1 - Go to eBags.

Step 2 - Get a Timbuk2 or a Manhattan Portage.

Step 3 - You Win!

Love the instructions! :D

[valdore]

I bought the super neato Swiss Army backpack at my nearest Apple store, so that I could ride around on my bicycle and take my laptop with me. I can't recall specifics on the price but I think it was at least $60 or $70 -- but it's worth it for a good build quality in the bag. I've run through so many crappy, el cheapo backpacks that end up with broken zippers, that I got tired of it. It's something I don't use just solely for toting my laptop, but for books, my SLR camera, et cetera.

[rdp5008]

I have a Crumpler Part and Parcel for a 15" laptop that I've used only a few times. Like brand new, $145 msrp. Let me know if you are interested.

-Russell

[GnarleyMarley87]

They sell the STM Alley bag at Micro Center in Georgia and California for $44.

[GnarleyMarley87]

Anyone have any experience with Dakine?

This bag looks pretty sweet for the price. I need something to fir my macbook and 2 books and notebook.

http://www.ebags.com/dakine/campus/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=72080

[quigleybc]

I'll be using this (http://www.hudsontrail.com/viewItem/18/137/874/?PHPSESSID=431242e1c2df190f80a051896c73d2f9) bag combined with a Booq Vyper (http://booqbags.com/s.nl/it.A/id.65/.f) shell when I get my MB

[kill-your-tv]

www.tombihn.com Made in the usa. Way cool staff. Way cool stuff.:cool:

[GnarleyMarley87]

I'm considering this one from Manhattan Portage.

http://www.manhattanportage.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=198

:apple:

http://www.manhattanportage.com/catalog/images/products/large/1201_Olive.jpg

[Leftovernoodles]

Hi there. When I was searching for a case, I came across these. http://www.zattache.com/styles.htm
Ebags.com used to sell them, but they don't seem to carry them anymore. They're very nice looking though. Good luck!

[skyrockets1530]

I bought a toffee sleeve (www.toffeebags.com) its really great because i have another bag to put it in- but it doesn't have a handle or anything like that. Looks nice and protects the computer though. There was a review of them here (http://www.macgeekery.com/opinion/articles/reviews/tasty_toffee)- quite happy with it.

Thanks

[showtime]

The zeroshock III from elecom. It's thin and sleek and offers great protection. Plus it comes in flavors of white and black so you can match with your macbook if you like. I got mine for about $35 shipped

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/2927/121133zeroshock3white2zy6.jpghttp://img516.imageshack.us/img516/1411/b6ca1jpgpm3.jpg

[SMM]

CDW has pages of them, in all styles and price ranges.

[n00basaur]

Anyone have an applesac?

[Ludde]

If you want something sturdy you might want to take a peek at www.brenthaven.com

[jdiddy]

Love this Incase bag. It functions as a bag and as a sleeve. The strap is removable so you can toss this bag inside of another. The interior of the bag itself is a very soft material to help against scratches.
http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/lm_incase_black_sleeve_altview.jpg

[deadpixels]

If you want something sturdy you might want to take a peek at www.brenthaven.com

i second that, your first concern should be protection (not style) unfortunately, it seems it's difficult to get both. so there are maybe a lot of cool bags out there but will they really protect your laptop?

[Father Jack]

Try a FOOF bag

FJ

[biturbomunkie]

i currently have a maccase sleeve, and i'm getting an oakley icon 2.0.

other stuff that have caught my attention:

booq vyper m2

tucano

i saw someone suggested a jack spade. just beware that some JSs are really heavy so it's not fun to put a MBP and some books in 'em.

[Blaat Mekker]

Really like the look of the huzzk case. How do they perform?
I've gone through two of those Huzzk Sleevie GT cases, both of them had both zippers broken off within two weeks of use. Even while I always have the zippers up when I put it in my bag. So in my opinion they are a waste of money. The inside of them is nice though

[jkester]

I bought this and love it: http://goincase.com/projects/arkitip/detail/13-krink-sleeve-cl57158