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Messenger bag or backpack for MacBook Air
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I looked around for a bag for quite awhile. I decided on a bag from sfbags. At first I was thinking about the medium Cargo Mambo Combo, but the more I looked and read the more I thought that *for me* the Cozmo would be better because of the opening in the top and no flap. I really liked the leather on the flap on the Cargo, but the Cozmo just seemed more practical.
In the end I ordered the Cozmo Mambo Combo (the bag, a sleeve and a utility bag). I carry a little more than the OP, but the medium size looked just about right for me.
Andy
In the end I ordered the Cozmo Mambo Combo (the bag, a sleeve and a utility bag). I carry a little more than the OP, but the medium size looked just about right for me.
Andy
I have been using one of these packs from osprey
http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/ReSourceSeriesRecycledMaterials
here are a whole list several different sizes to choose from, very comfortable and good prices.
http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/ReSourceSeriesRecycledMaterials
here are a whole list several different sizes to choose from, very comfortable and good prices.
The SF Muzetto bags look absolutely gorgeous. The pine trim really caught me eye, and the worn leather done right is always a nice effect. The slightest scratch/scuff on your bag won't make you break down in tears. I read a couple reviews today and they are just about pushing me over the edge for getting an MBA. So I'm a sucker for accessories, leave me alone 
Seriously though, the Muzetto seems to be a great case. The photos/reviews/videos all show things like putting an MBA/iPad, bluetooth keyboard, AC adaptors, wallets, iPhone, etc. all in there where it's all easily accessible. Back pouch as well with room for magazines or whatever you want quick access to.
<edit> I think the Muzetto has 2.5" of internal capacity, of which you'd be using probably 1.5" between an MBA and iPad in thin cases. Should still easily fit a scribbler unless it's a real monster. </edit>
The difficult question remains ... 11.6 or 13 I seem to change my mind every day.
Seriously though, the Muzetto seems to be a great case. The photos/reviews/videos all show things like putting an MBA/iPad, bluetooth keyboard, AC adaptors, wallets, iPhone, etc. all in there where it's all easily accessible. Back pouch as well with room for magazines or whatever you want quick access to.
<edit> I think the Muzetto has 2.5" of internal capacity, of which you'd be using probably 1.5" between an MBA and iPad in thin cases. Should still easily fit a scribbler unless it's a real monster. </edit>
The difficult question remains ... 11.6 or 13
I seem to change my mind every day.
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Post some photo's of the bag or backpack you use for your MacBook Air!
Post some photo's of the bag or backpack you use for your MacBook Air!
I just got one of those... it's an amazing bag. I'm surprised how much stuff I can fit in it.
120 bucks? Damn I spent 50 on messenger bag and 20 on the macvelope. I can fit everything I need in it including mouse and keyboard, cables, iPad, my passport hard drive, DVD drive
How much can you fit in that?
I didn't want to fit in a lot. I wanted the smallest bag with padding to protect my MBA 11, plus a room for a notepad, cables, charger, sunglasses case, and maybe one book. One of the main reasons I got an MBA 11 was so I could travel light.
Same. I just dont put everything in my bag. MBA cables pen and paper is all I need usually. O ya and iPad can't forget
Everything I fit in my Tumi bag, except of course the 15" MBP, but at a fourth the cost. I'd say the Ristretto is more cleverly designed than the Tumi and just as well built.
Ristretto is nice but it's hard to find stuff in the pockets, that's the problem with vertical bags - too deep and narrow.
Horizontal bags always seem so much more functional, a messenger bag with a backpack strap would be perfect, best of both worlds. Only one I know of is the eagle creek world traveler, but it's a little big maybe?
Horizontal bags always seem so much more functional, a messenger bag with a backpack strap would be perfect, best of both worlds. Only one I know of is the eagle creek world traveler, but it's a little big maybe?
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Using a Tom Bihn backpack now, bought the black, it's a keeper, functional, look's great, made in North America.
http://www.tombihn.com/page/001/PROD/100/TB0110
My wife uses a Louis Vuitton Handbag.
I must admit, it is perfect for an 11" MBA!
But at over $2000, not really the most affordable solution.
I must admit, it is perfect for an 11" MBA!
But at over $2000, not really the most affordable solution.
this is what I use for uni:
http://www.nixonnow.com/softgoods/mens/bags/field-backpack-C1577.html
Doesn't hold much but that's the point. Forces me to keep only what I need, and my back thanks me.
http://www.nixonnow.com/softgoods/mens/bags/field-backpack-C1577.html
Doesn't hold much but that's the point. Forces me to keep only what I need, and my back thanks me.
I love timbuk2 and sfbags.com..I just ordered this bag today as it's a new design that is really well thought out - watch the video...
http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/command-laptop-messenger-2012
http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/command-laptop-messenger-2012
I'm using the Booq Taipan Shadow bag. I got the one sized for the 15" MBP because it leaves a little more room for my 13" MBP, iPad and cables. Once I started using it for the 13" MBA I realized I have a bit more space than I need, even with the Speck sleeve on the MBA.