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Best rMBP Backpack + Sleeve, or TSA Bag

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tenshu2k

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Hello,

I know there have been a couple of threads on these so far, but I couldn't find a solution to my specific question. I'm looking for a high quality backpack that will be used primarily to carry a rMBP 15", and a limited amount of cargo (a book or two, change of clothes, etc).

Something TSA compliant would be ideal, but if not, the laptop section should be large enough to accomodate a sleeved rMBP. Style also matters to some extent, a lot of the TSA "approved" ones look a little akward to me. If not xray friendly, I'd also need a slim sleeve, so recommendations for those are appreciated as well.

Things I'd like to have: iphone slot, padding, water holder, top section for passport/wallet/glasses.

Anyone have a recommendation for a backpack (and a slim sleeve if its not tsa compliant).

Thanks!

So far looking at:
Thule 25L, Booq Flow M
 
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tenshu2k said:
Hello,

I know there have been a couple of threads on these so far, but I couldn't find a solution to my specific question. I'm looking for a high quality backpack that will be used primarily to carry a rMBP 15", and a limited amount of cargo (a book or two, change of clothes, etc).

Something TSA compliant would be ideal, but if not, the laptop section should be large enough to accomodate a sleeved rMBP. I'd also need a "slim" sleeve.

Things I'd like to have: iphone slot, padding, water holder, top section for passport/wallet/glasses.

Anyone have a recommendation for a backpack (and a slim sleeve if its not tsa compliant).

Thanks!
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Incredible bag, I absolutely love it. Has everything you wanted and then some.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004I6MAXW/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00
 
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Timbuk2 commute is my everyday bag. It's very nice and fits a lot of stuff for such a moderately sized bag.

The command L is my "carry lots of crap" bag. It fits a huge amount of stuff and also TSA compliant.
 
Thanks for the replies. I decided to go with something more backpack like, since the other options were a little pricey.

Narrowed down to these two:

Thule 25L
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Ogio Squadron RSS II
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Both are roughly $100, Thule maybe slightly cheaper.

Any opinions?
 
tenshu2k said:
Thanks for the replies. I decided to go with something more backpack like, since the other options were a little pricey.

Narrowed down to these two:

Thule 25L
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Ogio Squadron RSS II
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Both are roughly $100, Thule maybe slightly cheaper.

Any opinions?
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I had the Thule, returned it, just didn't like it.
If you dont like the one I suggested the Ogio, actually looks pretty darn nice.
Kinda wish I'd seen that one before. :)
I am extremely happy with mine, but I'd be tempted to try the Ogio myself.
 
Jazwire said:
I had the Thule, returned it, just didn't like it.
If you dont like the one I suggested the Ogio, actually looks pretty darn nice.
Kinda wish I'd seen that one before. :)
I am extremely happy with mine, but I'd be tempted to try the Ogio myself.
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The Ogio seems to have a removable sleeve, which is a plus. Any reason in particular you didn't like the Thule? The only thing holding me back from the Ogio is the size (31L vs 25L with Thule).
 
Hey man,


I'm in the same market as you, and i narrowed the list down to 3 favorites.

1. Thule 32L Crossover. (the one bigger than the one you posted)

2. Samsonite Xenon 2 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007B5POVC/ref=gno_cart_title_2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJBS7YW0D4w

3. Samsonite Tectonic
http://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Uni...TF8&coliid=I3Q87M41X0NNTT&colid=2JE9BQ0GDHXPE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0B_gMJUkvg&feature=relmfu

All 3 support up to 15 or 17" Macbookpros. :D Lemme know what you think


PS: my previous 2 backpacks were Samsonites each lasted me over 4 years, and the only reason i'm changing them is because i'm tired and want an awesome one for my new macbook.

PSS: Tectonic is my least favorite of the bunch
 
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noodile said:
Hey man,


I'm in the same market as you, and i narrowed the list down to 3 favorites.

1. Thule 32L Crossover. (the one bigger than the one you posted)

2. Samsonite Xenon 2 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007B5POVC/ref=gno_cart_title_2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJBS7YW0D4w

3. Samsonite Tectonic
http://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Uni...TF8&coliid=I3Q87M41X0NNTT&colid=2JE9BQ0GDHXPE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0B_gMJUkvg&feature=relmfu

All 3 support up to 15 or 17" Macbookpros. :D Lemme know what you think


PS: my previous 2 backpacks were Samsonites each lasted me over 4 years, and the only reason i'm changing them is because i'm tired and want an awesome one for my new macbook.

PSS: Tectonic is my least favorite of the bunch
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The tectonic looks good, very reasonable on Amazon (down to $50 from $160).
 
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tenshu2k said:
The tectonic looks good, very reasonable on Amazon (down to $50 from $160).
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Just double check because i think its the only one that doesn't have a separate laptop compartment. (only a section in the main compartment).
 
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