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A great MacBook carrying case / bag

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Returnd2Mac

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Howdy, all:

After spending all the time I could looking at carrying cases, reading posts on this website, and feeling like I've done a pretty good job at sizing up the market, I wanted to share with you guys the case I purchased so I might help in the decision-making process for somebody.

I decided on the Brenthaven Metro. It is a classic design, dare I say stylish, and offers corner and side panel protection for a modest price. It comes in three colors...

I found the best price on cases2go.com - 62.96 w/free shipping.

I intend to use this case for 13.3 inch macbook and take it places quite frequently.

I welcome any questions you might have.

Sincerely,

Returnd2Mac :)

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The Brenthavens aren't that great as far as a lot of room for extras, but they are really good at protecting the machine inside. Good choice.
 
Id suggest a Timbuk2 i have their messenger bag it fits it like a glove..:cool:
 
iGary said:
They ARE good, but keep in mind that the Brenthaven has a hard insert that prevents damage. ;)
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Gary,

I'm considering getting a Metro because of the Brenthaven reputation. Do you think my MacBook would really survive a 3 foot drop in one? Is there any other brand that is as protective?
 
Clayj,

I am considering those also, but what concerns me is they don't seem rugged enough to stop a drop. If I am going to be travelling I want my MacBook protected to the extreme.
 
Returnd2Mac said:
Howdy, all:

After spending all the time I could looking at carrying cases, reading posts on this website, and feeling like I've done a pretty good job at sizing up the market, I wanted to share with you guys the case I purchased so I might help in the decision-making process for somebody.

I decided on the Brenthaven Metro. It is a classic design, dare I say stylish, and offers corner and side panel protection for a modest price. It comes in three colors...

I found the best price on cases2go.com - 62.96 w/free shipping.

I intend to use this case for 13.3 inch macbook and take it places quite frequently.

I welcome any questions you might have.

Sincerely,

Returnd2Mac :)

SC_Metro_View1-Brown.jpg
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Brenthaven's are definitely a good choice. Another alternative is the Booq line of bags, the sleeves fit inside backpacks and protects while keeping the profile slim, which makes them ideal for students.
 
does anyone have any suggestions as to a good backpack to cary a mbp 15" for college? I want one that would still be acceptable for college but protect my laptop as well. Thanks for the help
 
I'm a bit confused with Brenthaven. I'm probably going to get a Fusion messenger bag, but I'm wondering whether there's a sleeve included with it or not....

I'd love to get a Booq, but they're a bit pricey.
 
ChrisWB said:
Clayj,

I am considering those also, but what concerns me is they don't seem rugged enough to stop a drop. If I am going to be travelling I want my MacBook protected to the extreme.
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Hey Chris. I think out of all the bags I've seen and used, I'd trust my laptop to be inside a Brenthaven case. After using my Metro Case for a few weeks, I don't doubt that my MacBook could survive a 3 foot drop while inside the case, although I don't think I'll try it out. As far as the Booq Vyper is concerned, I've used them, and don't think they're nearly as protective as the Brenthaven. The Vyper will definitely protect against all kinds of scratches, but I don't know about impact protection. It's very thin, and I don't know if it would provide much protection against anything other than scratches and small bumps.

If you really want your MacBook protected, I'd go with a Brenthaven case.
 
regre7 said:
I'm a bit confused with Brenthaven. I'm probably going to get a Fusion messenger bag, but I'm wondering whether there's a sleeve included with it or not....

I'd love to get a Booq, but they're a bit pricey.
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From what I understand, the Fusion will come with a very protective sleeve, that's removable. I was looking at it today, and it seems like with the sleeve in, there's not much more room.
 
fastlane1588 said:
does anyone have any suggestions as to a good backpack to cary a mbp 15" for college? I want one that would still be acceptable for college but protect my laptop as well. Thanks for the help
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If money is not an issue, I suggest that you get a good North Face backpack and a Booq Viper sleeve.
 
Guys, I contacted Axio about their hardsleeves and received a polite reply. Apparently Axio will release a hardsleeve specifically designed for the MacBook in September. I have a trip in three weeks so this won't be an option for me, but I felt it may help others.
 
I never got the point of hard cases.... The point of a soft interior is to spread out the impact if dropped over time, applying less force over a longer period of time. With a hard case, I'd imagine it's just like dropping it, just without the scratches.
 
regre7 said:
I never got the point of hard cases.... The point of a soft interior is to spread out the impact if dropped over time, applying less force over a longer period of time. With a hard case, I'd imagine it's just like dropping it, just without the scratches.
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I think there's a thick, soft foam lining inside the Axio hard case. I guess that would spread out the impact over a longer period of time. I've never used the Axio one, but I would think that it would work pretty well. They are expensive though.
 
PAQ AS-309 is a good choice for MacBook

I highly recommend PAQ AS-309 for carrying bag for 13" MacBook. It is made with great material and lots of rooms for battery charger and external mouse.
You might also try PAQ NA-001 if you need bigger case for MacBook PRO 15" or 17".
 
Updated list of MacBook carrying bag manufacturers

Returnd2Mac said:
Fastlane and other readers, here are a few of the sites I looked at which may help you find something appropriate for you:

www.paqmfg.com/product-detail.jsp?id=786
www.paqmfg.com/product-detail.jsp?id=836
www.brenthaven.com
www.tombihn.com
www.targus.com
www.booqbags.com
www.foofbag.com
www.radtech.com
www.acmemade.com
www.timbuk2.com
www.samsonite.com

I am glad my search is over! :)
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I added the two PAQ bags to the list
 
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