MacBook Pro 15" Case

[jdmlight]

So, I just got a MacBook Pro 15" for college (hooray for Apple Refurbished!) and I know that I will need a case. I want a messenger-bag style because it's easier to maneuver around a large campus (such as University of Minnesota Twin-Cities). It's also easier to get my laptop/books in or out quickly. (I'm not averse to a backpack if someone really thinks they're a better option) Using the MacRumors case buying guide, I came up with these four laptop cases:

<http://www.samsonitecompanystores.com/webapp/scs/servlet/SItemDisplay?productId=258104&storeId=10151&langId=-1&pc=C30&pcode=> Samsonite Pro-DLX

<http://sumocases.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=81> Sumo 15" Men's Professional Computer Case

<http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/bagbuilder> I can't post a direct link because it's build-your-own bag in a flash player. It's the Laptop Messenger, Medium size.

<http://www.booqbags.com/s.nl/it.A/id.281/.f?sc=12&category=-112> Mamba Saddle, red

<http://www.brenthaven.com/catalog-premium-pro-ii-apple.html> Brenthaven Premium Prolite II (Prolite II with a sleeve)

Thoughts? Other recommendations? I don't want to make a bad decision because: a) This is a lot of money and b) I have to use this for 4+ years at college.

 

[Tom B.]

It depends on how much you need to carry, but I have always liked the Incase Canvas Vertical Sling:

I think a vertical messenger bag would be the way to go because I've always thought they are a lot less cumbersome that horizontal ones.

 

[jdmlight]

It depends on how much you need to carry, but I have always liked the Incase Canvas Vertical Sling:



I think a vertical messenger bag would be the way to go because I've always thought they are a lot less cumbersome that horizontal ones.

Not enough space for other stuff. However, you brought up a good point. I want to be able to carry my MBP as well as enough materials for a class or two. So, I want something that can carry my MBP, a textbook, and one or two binders.

 

[mikethemovie]

I have a brenthaven Prolite III.. Its freakin brilliant with lots of space for other stuff.. highly recommmended..

http://www.brenthaven.com/catalog-prolite-iii.html

 

[jdmlight]

I have a brenthaven Prolite III.. Its freakin brilliant with lots of space for other stuff.. highly recommmended..

http://www.brenthaven.com/catalog-prolite-iii.html

Thanks! That was the one that was missing from my list. I accidentally closed the window with the various cases I was looking at last night (yes including hitting the "I want to close this window" button in Safari ). That was the one I didn't remember.

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[jdmlight]

After looking at these cases for a while, I've decided on the booq Mamba Saddle (red). It looks to hold a ton of stuff and booq cases seemingly always have great reviews.

Does anyone recommend against this case/against booq?

 

[jdmlight]

After looking at these cases for a while, I've decided on the booq Mamba Saddle (red). It looks to hold a ton of stuff and booq cases seemingly always have great reviews.

Does anyone recommend against this case/against booq?

Well, I bought the booq Mamba Saddle today. I'll post a review when it comes in the mail.

 

[GGJstudios]

After looking at these cases for a while, I've decided on the booq Mamba Saddle (red). It looks to hold a ton of stuff and booq cases seemingly always have great reviews.

Does anyone recommend against this case/against booq?

The booq Vyper M2 sleeve for the 15" MBP is extremely well made and very durable. High quality, great-looking design, fast shipment, reasonable price!

 

[jdmlight]

OK, I received my booq Mamba Saddle. I like it - it feels like it's built very sturdily and like it will last a while. It also holds a lot of stuff - there are many pockets perfect for all of the assorted accessories I have (cables, mouse, iPod, pens/pencils, etc) and there is enough space for a class or two's worth of books/folders.

 

[BMP1199]

Would my MBP plus 2 thick books fit in there? By thick books I mean Calc books that are probably 1.5-2 inches thick.

 

[webs2slow4me]

look on apple's site for the Swiss backpack, I'm buying a MacBook pro for college too, it has room for books and it is pefect for the computer. I had a chance to see it and touch it and it at the local apple store and it a perfect.