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    Macbook Pro Bag/Carrying Case

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by MKang25, Jul 14, 2009.

  1. MKang25

    MKang25 NBR Prisoner

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    I am looking for a laptop bag for my MBP. Was hoping to get some suggestios here. Preferably I would like to stay away from Messenger bags since they tend to hurt my shoulders.
     
    MKang25, Jul 14, 2009
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    00fez Notebook Deity

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    I have this. It's the Mamba Pack by Booq. Very well made, it's cheaper now, I bought it a year and a half ago, way back when the 2.2ghz c2d mbp with 128mb 8600gt was all the rage, back then it set me back $195 I think. It still looks like new, nothing's torn apart and I use it now with my 13" mbp.

    I definitely recommend it to anyone. The price is worth it for the longevity. If you want real life pictures just ask and I'll post some.
     
    00fez, Jul 14, 2009
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  3. NgCir

    NgCir Notebook Consultant

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    This is a review I did for another Booq bag that I currently use for my 17" (bottom of the page). There is a version for the 15" as well. It is in the messenger style I suppose, but its very comfortable.

    Review

    The Mamba pack that 00fez has is the other bag that I was considering. I think its real nice...and its a backpack.
     
    NgCir, Jul 15, 2009
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  4. chris-m

    chris-m Notebook Evangelist

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    If weight gets to your shoulder(s) w/ messenger bags, that backpack by Booq might just be the best option out there.

    FWIW, if you (or lurkers) are also interested in briefcase-style bags, Waterfield makes a lightweight bag specifically for MB/MBP/MBA called the Racer-X. Not for the light of wallet, but comes with lifetime guarantee and the guy who answers your phone calls is the owner. Rare these days, to say the least.

    http://www.sfbags.com/products/racerx/racerx.htm

    I've got their "cargo combo," which is <s> great</s> the best messenger I've ever owned. But you're not shopping for messengers, so...
     
    chris-m, Jul 15, 2009
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  5. MKang25

    MKang25 NBR Prisoner

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    Seems a bit big though, at 3.4lbs. Was looking for something a bit more smaller so that even if i don't carry around a 15.4" laptop I can just use it to carry around books and stuff without it looking huge.
     
    MKang25, Jul 15, 2009
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  6. Vogelbung

    Vogelbung I R Judgemental

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    The weight is par for the course for a soft bag with a few bits & bobs inside. Barring a pocketed / handled sleeve you're not going to find anything that much lighter.
     
    Vogelbung, Jul 15, 2009
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  7. Estelio

    Estelio Notebook Guru

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    I highly recommend this to you: http://goincase.com/products/detail/nylon-backpack-cl55105

    I have several friends that use it and I am always jealous. It's perfect for holding a bunch of other stuff and it's available in the traditional backpack of the "sling" style backpack. I have two friends that took them to Europe for a month and they came back looking brand new.
     
    Estelio, Jul 27, 2009
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