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    GS60 Backpacks/Bags?!

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by DMoore03, Oct 4, 2014.

  1. DMoore03

    DMoore03 Notebook Consultant

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    As the title says guys, currently i'm in the market for a new backpack for my msi gs60, show off your bags and make suggestions with what works well with this size laptop!
     
    DMoore03, Oct 4, 2014
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    Kevin@GenTechPC Company Representative

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    You can check out Targus, that's the brand that I use.
    Targus 15.6" bag choices on Froogle
     
    Kevin@GenTechPC, Oct 5, 2014
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  3. tallan

    tallan Notebook Deity

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    Nothing against Targus (they make a good product at a fair price) but they look very mass-produced to me. As you know you need a generous "15 inch" bag to fit the GS60, and if you'd like to add a little personality and color to the mix you could look at the Timbuk2 line. I've had a couple of their bags for a decade and they wear like iron, plus the design is very flexible depending on the model. If you order directly from the company you can specify color choices; Amazon stocks many of the most popular SKUs and colors.
     
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    Kevin@GenTechPC Company Representative

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    I know, and you are right, they are mass-produced and quality has reduced in the recent years. If you are into a more premium brand I would then recommend Tumi instead.
    There are many choices out there so it really depends on your like.
     
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  5. DMoore03

    DMoore03 Notebook Consultant

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    Are you better off getting a 17" bag if you plan on putting your gs60 in the sleeve it comes with?
     
    DMoore03, Oct 6, 2014
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    MSIGeno Company Representative

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    If you want something really different and stylish, maybe you can check out chrome industries (no affiliation). i use their messenger bags and they are pretty awesome.
     
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    MrD1sturbed Notebook Evangelist

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    For backpack I use the Everki Flight. It fits both my GS60 and my MacBook Pro with room for pretty much anything else I could want.

    For messenger style, I'm a huge Timbuk 2 fan and use the Command Messenger Large. Again it fits the GS60 with no issues and a boat load of other stuff. Can't fit two laptops in this one, but it works great for one.
    The Commute 2.0 is also a great choice for messenger style bag.
     
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