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Sleeves...

I ordered an orange sleeve from Timbuk2 and also a black one from Tom Bihn, and again will make the choice and return whichever one isn't quite "right." Fussy, much?! I do like having a sleeve, though, in addition to the carrying case because in the past sometimes I have just popped my 12" PC laptop into my regular luggage and forgone an extra bag to carry, and that way it is still protected. The 12" laptop is an Averatec and two years ago when I bought it, I was able to find a neoprene Sony Vaio sleeve that fit it perfectly. Since then is when I have discovered the joys of all the choices available online. Both of the sleeves I have just ordered are "envelope-style," meaning no zippers, which I think will be better.

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On the Brink said:
I ordered an orange sleeve from Timbuk2 and also a black one from Tom Bihn, and again will make the choice and return whichever one isn't quite "right." Fussy, much?! I do like having a sleeve, though, in addition to the carrying case because in the past sometimes I have just popped my 12" PC laptop into my regular luggage and forgone an extra bag to carry, and that way it is still protected. The 12" laptop is an Averatec and two years ago when I bought it, I was able to find a neoprene Sony Vaio sleeve that fit it perfectly. Since then is when I have discovered the joys of all the choices available online. Both of the sleeves I have just ordered are "envelope-style," meaning no zippers, which I think will be better.

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Thanks once again; I had a look at the Timbuk2 - VERY NICE! :) I might attempt to find an online store who ships to Australia as I could not one in Australia selling these.

I am getting the Crumpler Considerable Embarrassment Messenger Bag instead of the Crumpler Dreadful Embarrassment Messenger Bag.

Cheers
Kristine
 
Both sleeves arrived today

...and both are really nice! The black Tom Bihn fits better into the Crumpler, but the Timbuk2 one is so pretty! It's a lovely, vivid orange and the quilted design is very attractive. Too bad they didn't put a shoulder strap on it, as it would be great to use on its own like that. Both sleeves are easy to slip the PB into and both are nicely padded, offering lots of protection.

I went ahead and ordered the Considerable Embarrassment bag so that I can see if it will be a better (smaller) size for me while still comfortably holding the PB and its gear. I believe the compartment for the laptop itself is actually the same size for either bag, it's just the rest of it which is different. The Dreadful Embarrassment bag is really nice, just a bit too large for me. Should've gone with the Considerable Embarrassment in the first place. Oh, well...

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I just got an Incase laptop sleeve (for my 14" ibook) on eBay for 30 bucks! They are discontinued....but I managed to find a new one. It's great because it has a removable shoulderstrap. I think the closest thing to it is the Marware sportfolio. However, I heard that the strap is squeaky on that bag. The Neocase from Radtech looks like a good one too. I think it's great to have a case that can be a standalone (therefore it must have some handles or strap), and can be used as a sleeve in a larger bag (those handles and straps have to be concealable or detachable). All three of those have those characteristics.
 
i juz got my zeroshock for my 14'' ibook. Its awesome!!! Iwas playing around the hardcore cover, and it really didn't make any scratch on the ibook at all. Also, it fits perfectly !!!! SO i don't need to worry about it being scratched by the zipper because of the zipper protection and perfect fit of the case. I got it from ebay for about $30. I highly recommend this case/sleeve for people who carry the ibook around for homework and stuff. It's so easy that I dare to just drop it in my backpack and go. :)

i also placed an order for an isock for my ibook...but it still hasn't arrived yet!argh.............:confused:
 
Anyone have the Waterfield sleevecase?

I was wondering how much protection it has and if the piggyback offers enough room to hold all the cables and ipod and stuff like that?
 
achie25 said:
Anyone have the Waterfield sleevecase?

I was wondering how much protection it has and if the piggyback offers enough room to hold all the cables and ipod and stuff like that?
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Those are expensive once you add all the necessary options. I configured one and it came out to 90-something bucks. It looks really nice however.
 
gunnz said:
Those are expensive once you add all the necessary options. I configured one and it came out to 90-something bucks. It looks really nice however.
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Yeah I know they are expensive. However, everyone swears by them and the bags. I looked at getting a cargo combo but it came out to just over $300. To me that is expensive. If it is something that is REALLY worth it I might consider it.
The way I look at it is I have over $2500 into my PB that I need something nice that will protect it. I want something that will hold all my cables a binder and possibly a book while providing good protection, is functional and looks good to boot.

I would rather have a messenger type bag and don't really think that I would like a backpack. Being an ex o-lineman I am a big guy@ 6'5" and 285lbs and I don't think the backpack from Booq would work as well.
 
Considerable and Dreadful Annoyances...

OK, so I started out by ordering the Dreadful Embarrassment bag from Crumpler because past experience with Crumpler bags had suggested that the one meant for a 15" laptop might be too small. Comments made by someone else on this forum also seemed to bear that out, in his discussion of the bag for the 12" PB. Got the DE bag, which is meant for a 17" laptop, and it works nicely with my Tom Bihn sleeve and the PB tucked inside, but the overall Dreadful Embarrassment bag is REALLY too big, as I'm a petite person and it rather looks a bit too much. So I thought, "OK, let's try the Considerable Embarrassment after all and see...."

It arrived today. The bag size itself is much better for my proportions, but the darned laptop compartment is TOO SMALL for my 15" PB!!!! GRRRRR! I guess because maybe it's meant for regular 15" laptops, not wide-screened?? GRRRRR!!! There is apparently an error on the Crumpler site, too, because in the description of the bag's specs the size dimensions given for the laptop compartment are exactly the same as for the Dreadful Embarrassment, which at the time I thought a bit odd. If they'd given the correct dimensions that might have saved me some frustration, not to mention time and money. <Sigh>

Now it is back to the drawing board as far as the search for the "perfect" bag to carry my PB...

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What about a band or way to hold the lid really tightly closed?

I have one of those gaps in the front right corner of my 15" PB (sorry for the double post BTW - I ask about it in another thread). I don't think a sleeve/glove will hold it tightly enough during transportation, and I've noticed that how I carry the PB (which end goes down and has all the weight on it) makes a difference in how well the lid closes...funny thing is I haven't yet taken note of which way (laying down in bag) affects flush closing cause well I guess cause i'm lazy and forgetful!

Anyway, is there a product out there that is known to hold the lid down tightly enough?

Thanks
 
STM bags

Ugg said:
I was at the Apple store in Sacramento, CA today to buy an Airport Express. Ahhhh, the joys of wireless!

Anyhoo, they had some bags there so I checked them out and ended up buying
this. It has a separate padded pocket for the computer, a special pocket for an iPod and lots of storage space for whatever. It seems really well made, although it doesn't have that "steal me, there's an expensive laptop inside" look. And, best of all IMO is the price, only $50.

It's made for computers up to 15" but the computer compartment has a velcro strap and a drawstring at the top so my 12" PB fits pretty snug inside. I'll continue to use my Shinza as added protection but I highly recommend the STM bag.
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I was just trolling looking for new case ideas for my 15" PB, en route as we speak, and I saw this post about STM bags.

I have to tell y'all, the STM bags are amazing. I bike to school with my laptop, and the STM sports bag keeps my 12" baby warm, dry, shock-proof, and happy. So, if you're in the market for a laptop backpack: http://www.stmbags.com.au/sports (rumor has it they're linked on the Apple site now?)

Also, if you want a minimalist case, Acme Made's "The Slim" is super--fits in a purse/messenger/etc, but has an attachable strap if you want to carry it separately. Better yet, when the zipper broke on mine a while back, they overnighted me a new one the next day.

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

I'm intrigued by the Foofbag, and think that might be what I wrap my new 15" PB in...
 
Majikthese42 said:
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Since I am a congenital klutz and do stuff like slam trunk lids closed on laptops, I think a hard case may be a lot cheaper for me in the long run.

Zero Halliburton -- for a 12" PB -- the Z5 (13.8 x 18 x 4 in.) or the Z5 Small (11.3 x 16.5 x 4 in.)? Which fits best? Which works best?
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FWIW, the Z5 Small *just* fits the 12" PB, with enough space left on the side for a mouse and the power supply.
 
Majikthese42 said:
FWIW, the Z5 Small *just* fits the 12" PB, with enough space left on the side for a mouse and the power supply.
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what do you guys know about the bitolithic set and the Vyper M from booqbags?

I really like the Vyper M, but it's $50. The bitolithic set has more with it, and it's only $35....your thoughts?
 
I have a Booq Vyper XS for my 12" iBook. When it arrived I noticed a couple of defects in the stitching around the case. I contacted Booq and they wanted me to send them some JPG images. I did, and they wrote back confirming it was a defect & they are sending me a new one at no charge. I don't even have to send back the defective one. It really was no hassle warranty support. I am very happy.

Now concerning the case itself. This is a VERY nice case. Even with the stitching defects it is first class, and when the new one arrives I'll be even happier. It fits like a glove & I have no doubts it will protect my iBook for many years to come. I can post some pics if anyone is interested.
 
Does anyone have recommendations for a combo laptop/camera bag?

I'll be taking a trip next month and I'd like to have a combo laptop/camera bag to carry my gear (Nikon DSLR camera body and a couple of lenses, plus batteries and chargers, CF cards, etc., and my 15" PB with its accompanying power source and BT mouse). Anyone have a good bag to recommend? I noticed the mention of the STM backpack and I'll check that out -- I"ll be going to the Apple store in a couple of days -- but any and all ideas happily accepted! I'm not really a backpack sort of person -- usually I carry my laptop separately and I have a couple of different Domke camera bags that I use, but for this trip since I'll be taking both things with me, might as well try and use one bag for the two of them. Since I'll be staying at a hotel for this trip and won't want to leave the PB in the hotel room during my absence, I need something which I can use to safely and comfortably schlep the PB around with me all day while providing quick and easy access to the camera and lenses for when I''m taking photos. I'm a fairly petite person so don't want to be dwarfed by a huge backpack or bag... Suggestions welcome! Thanks!

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Booq 12"

Hey guys,

For those looking for a 12" sleeve for a Powerbook,
A few months a ago I paid around $40 for a 12" booq sleeve.

Its a good-looking case, but not as snug of a fit as the website
would have you believe. Its got a little extra height.

The problem was easily fixed by sticking a mousepad inside the
case to take up the extra space.

Pretty satisfied over-all though. As I said it looks dope.
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Can anyone help me look for a good bag. I need to have enough room for the following:
-3 notebooks
-1 folder
-ipod
-12" ibook
-necessary adapters for my ibook
-wallet
-graphing calculator
-cellphone

and occassionally a small text book on some days and i prefer a messenger type bag vs. a backpack

i've been looking at the crumpler bags, but I'm not sure which one would suit my needs.

TIA for all your help :D
 
check booq.com -- a little pricey...but really, really nice bags. have specials spots for ipod, and the one i have can fit up to 6" of books as well as my 15" laptop.

brenthaven also makes nice bags.
 
A while back, someone had recommended the Oakley laptop bags. I bought one and I really like it. When I flew out to CA, I used it to carry my 15" PB, some papers and folders, my iPod, the power adapter for the PB, two paperback books, a couple of pens, my sunglasses, my cellphone and my wallet. Worked a treat! I don't know if Oakley has a smaller bag, one to use for 12" notebooks, but you could check online.

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Hi, i'm a bit of a dummy for Macs, i have a MBP on order, expecting that on the 23rd but i need a case for it. This is the first Mac and the first laptop i'm having. The Dimensions for the MBP is 14.1 x 9.6. DOes the MBP and the Powerbook 15" use like the same size case? i have my eyes on this one:

http://www.mac-case.com/MacCase Messenger.htm

Nice casual one. If you have any other recommendations then please let me know. But i want to know if a MBP would fit this.
 
The new MacBook Pro is going to be a little thinner and a little wider than earlier versions of Powerbooks, so be careful. Actually, I was annoyed when I bought a Crumpler case for my 15" PB to discover that the thing didn't really fit all that well, that it required some stretching of the fabric in order to make the case usable.... In the meantime I found another case or two which worked just fine to transport my PB when I needed to leave home.

It may take a while for manufacturers to produce carrying cases which will definitely fit the new MacBook Pro comfortably.
 
Personally I’m getting a Waterfield Designs Sleevecase with flap and a piggyback then get a Cargo Bag in a couple months. I don’t need it right now. This summer when I’m going to be doing more traveling is another matter.
 
Ok I have been really taking my time looking into which bag to buy and I admit even a little wishy-washy.

I have definitely settled on a Waterfield Cargo Combo. I am going to buy within the next month before my thesis project begins in April.

The only thing that I am still on the fence about is whether to go with the large or the medium. I need a bag that will hold my 15"PB and all the cables and portable FW drive and even a textbook or possibly a 3 ring binder. I think that the large wouold be handy but might be too big for everyday use and I don't like that it isn't as flexible as the medium.

Anyone with the large or medium that could give some insight it would be greatly appreciated.
 
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