Which bag should I choose?

[Stevel93]

For my macbook air 13 inch? Which do you guys think would be better?

http://www.amazon.com/STM-Small-All...MF83/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1312390827&sr=8-1

OR

http://www.amazon.com/Oakley-Checkp...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1312391001&sr=1-2

Budget is $50 so any other ideas from amazon?

 

[WhoDatWayne]

That is a tough one. The Oakley bag is stylish but the STM bag looks more practical as it appears to offer more options.

 

[misterquin]

They're both ugly.

 

[iExpensive]

The STM seems to have a better design. The oakley seems more of a hikers bag lol.

 

[Gemütlichkeit]

Which seat can I take?

I'd say go with the first one.

 

[Stevel93]

That is a tough one. The Oakley bag is stylish but the STM bag looks more practical as it appears to offer more options.

Thanks that was what I was thinking can't decide

 

[Stevel93]

They're both ugly.

Helpful...

 

[defected07]

While I was looking at commuter bags, I had considered ones meant for laptops, but was more concerned about room for other stuff as I don't usually bring a laptop to work -- so I went with a Chrome messenger bag (they're a bit pricey though, but might as well take a look to see what your options are: http://www.chromebagstore.com).

THAT BEING SAID, I thought these Belkin bags were pretty nice and well priced:

http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Laptop...UTF8&coliid=I3Q30A9391Y324&colid=HYQEPIFNN3YH (Sling)

http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-15-4-Inch-Messenger-Bag-Cabernet/dp/B000S5BFS8/ref=dp_cp_ob_e_title_4 (Messenger)

They're meant for 15.4", but if you don't mind some extra room, they'd work fine. But maybe a smaller, more form-fitting case might be more protective? Since the Air wouldn't move around as much?

Timbuk2 also makes some nice messenger bags/backpacks, though they do start a bit above your budget.

 

[Stevel93]

I think I'm gonna go for the STM one, hopefully the velcro won't be too loud

 

[onthecouchagain]

I think I'm gonna go for the STM one, hopefully the velcro won't be too loud

Let us know how it is. Im interested in the bag too! : )

 

[Stevel93]

Let us know how it is. Im interested in the bag too! : )

Will do!

 

[defected07]

Yeah, I forgot how annoying velcro is, until I got this bag.

I feel bad for the people around me on the train when I open it. I'm sure a lot of people have "velcro-phobia" :lol:

 

[onthecouchagain]

Well, how's the bag? =]

 

[leftywamumonkey]

What about the STM Scout bag?

 

[The Norman]

When I was an undergrad I had an obnoxious Velcro bag. I eventually performed surgery on it to remove the Velcro and add snaps. I'm certain my classmates and professors were very happy with the switch.

 

[imahawki]

I wish more of these bags were shown with a "model" (I see one of these does). I think some of the smaller vertical bags really run the risk of looking like a purse.

 

[onthecouchagain]

I may give this a shot: http://www.acmemade.com/product/The-Sleeve-Plus,56,10.htm

Or this: http://store.apple.com/us/product/H...fnode=MTY1NDA2Ng&mco=MjAzOTk0ODE&s=topSellers

Anyone can shed any feedback on either of these two bags?