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    Unbelievable Saving on Swiss Gear Bags at amazon.com!!

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Cin', Dec 15, 2008.

  1. Cin'

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    Very nice, unfortunately, all of the backpacks appear to be too small for my 9262.
     
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  3. Cin'

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    What size is your 9262?? :D ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
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    Unbelievably huge. ;)

    For example, the rear end is 2.5 inches thick.

    At any rate, nice find though. I'm sure someone will find it useful. :)
     
    dtwn, Dec 15, 2008
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  5. Cin'

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    OhMY..that is large! :D

    So it won't fit a 15.4?? What about a 17" bag??


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 15, 2008
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    Nope, reading the reviews, it mentions that the 17" bags don't exactly fit 17" laptops. :confused: :confused:

    I would like a bag that does not need to be ripped. :D
     
    dtwn, Dec 15, 2008
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    I know it does. :)

    I was actually hoping to get a good deal on the Swiss bags as they are supposed to be very well made.

    I actually already have a bag, a Slappa Matrix
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    It actually fits 2 17", which I will be bringing around tomorrow. Unfortunately, I only hope it will last, even though it's meant to carry up to 80 lbs.

    Thank you very much though. :D
     
    dtwn, Dec 15, 2008
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  9. Cin'

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    Swiss Gears are great..I have the Synergy for my 1530 :D :D

    The Slappa is supposed to be fairly decent.

    What about the Swiss Gear Pegasus or Maxxum? Those are 17" but supposed to be a bit oversized??

    Here is the Pegasus!

    http://www.amazon.com/PEGASUS-SwissGear-Wenger-Computer-Backpack/dp/B000FQ8E3Y

    And no problem...I like looking at bags, myself :D :D :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 15, 2008
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    Believe me, I've noticed. :)

    I picked the Slappa because it was large, stylish and supposedly capable of withstanding heavy weights.

    I also considered the Targus XL (previous bag is a Targus), and the Pegasus, but they both looked rather oversized.
     
    dtwn, Dec 15, 2008
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    Thanks! :D

    Yep, like I said the Slappa is pretty cool! ;)

    The Targus XL I also like! No worries, you will find the one that works for you! ;) :cool:

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 16, 2008
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    I'll see how my Slappa holds up to 2 days of traveling with over 30lbs. We'll find out.
     
    dtwn, Dec 16, 2008
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    are any of them thin? i have the maxxum and its kind of too big
     
    breadnbutter, Dec 17, 2008
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    Yes..I would like to know too! :D

    I believe a few of them are ;) :) Expand some of the pics, and sometimes you can tell! ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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    imo slappa is way better than swiss gear. but these are still pretty nice my slappa has been through hell and back lol
     
    zfactor, Dec 17, 2008
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    Z...how long have you had your Slappa? Those are built very well! :D

    I have always liked the Swiss Gear brand ;)

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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    Even at the discount it is absurd to pay so much for laptop bags. How much cost do you think actually went into the making of such bags? :rolleyes:
     
    kns, Dec 17, 2008
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    :S

    It's a shame amazon.com isn't the same as amazon.ca >_>

    amazon.ca is so lame... they really should just shut it down or something There's like... nothing there. >_>
     
    TemjinZero, Dec 17, 2008
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    Cost into making the bags...probably a few *Dollars and Cent's*...You know what?? I'm not to sure, I didn't think of the actual cost of making a bag, when posting the deal I found. :confused: :rolleyes:

    Swiss Gear is a good brand, a deal was found ~ therefore posted here in the Tech Bargains section of the forum! ;)


    Cin.
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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  20. The Fire Snake

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    Researched the Slappa cases a little. They look real nice but their prices are crazy. $180 retail for a messenger bag :eek: ? Way out of my price range. Don''t see the point either.

    Cin - what do you think of the 17" Swiss Gear briefcase bag that they have?
     
    The Fire Snake, Dec 17, 2008
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  21. Cin'

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    Woah..That's some nice *change* for the Slappa.. :eek:..Though, it is a great bag. ;)

    Is this the one you are referring to for the 17":
    http://www.amazon.com/Swiss-Gear-SA..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=17YBY6JHQN6BJJ9KHW2G

    If so, I think it look's really nice..durable, roomy, and reliable..and for $31.98 for a briefcase bag..That's a great price ;) :cool: Are you pondering buying it?? :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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    Yes thats the one. I really need a laptop bag. I want one that is cheap and is well padded, so my laptop doesn't get damaged. I am not looking for heavy duty use since I use my machine at home most of the time and travel with it only to the local cafe and my friends house. I don't need crazy amounts of space either. Just need to be able to carry the machine, laptop mouse and power adapter. I want a messenger or briefcase type bag. My limiting thing is I have a sleeve for my machine that fits the machine well with it's 9 cell battery. So in effect my machine is close to a 17" machine when being carried, so I am looking for 17" and up size bags. Well I guess I will open up another thread for this question...

    Anyways, how does this bag compare in quality, padding, etc to the Swiss gear Synergy or Yukon? Thanks.

    Ps - I love your posts in general and your deal posts. Keep up the good work.

    BTW- are you getting a commission from Microsoft for every MS 5000 bluetooth mouse that you help to sell? JK :D
     
    The Fire Snake, Dec 17, 2008
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    I actually think that one would work for you! :D

    I also have the SwissGear Synergy..That backpack just *rocks* :D It's an awesome bag! I rely on it when packing my 1530, my 9 cell (and even my 6 cell)..my adapter, books or magazines, CD...whatever I may want to pack it with. There are all these really cool little compartments, also! :D

    I think you may see just a little bit more padding in the Synergy. I have never seen the briefcase bag in person, however ~ from the reviews..and viewing it online = It just looks really nice! So, I would continue to keep that one in mind. Those deals at Amazon right now are very good! :D

    I also have a MobileEdge Maddie Powers Cutebug Messenger Bag..LOVE it.
    Now that one, has got great *padding* I would never need a sleeve for that one (it has core padding inside) ;)

    Here is a page on amazon.com with some 17" Swissgear backpacks ;)
    http://www.testfreaks.com/netbooks/dell-inspiron-mini-12/

    The Pegasus is a nice b.pack also:
    http://www.amazon.com/PEGASUS-Swiss...8E3Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1229548182&sr=8-1

    Thank you for your nice compliments! :eek: ;) :D

    And, maybe.maybe.not on me Pimpin' the MS Bluetooth 5000 for Microsoft! :cool:
    It is a great mouse, BTW...hee hee :rolleyes: :p :D

    There are usually good deals on the SwissGear's going most of the time, BTW. If you can't find it at amazon.com, there are plenty of other sites to check on the net! :D

    Let me know if you need more help...I love searching for good deals, and accessories in general :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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    if you look aroundonline you for sure can find the slappa's for less.. trust me
     
    zfactor, Dec 17, 2008
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    I found some Slappa's cheaper than $180!!!! :D

    I did and this is what I found ;) :cool:

    The cheapest for the Slappa Velocity Matrix..$107.99 http://www.closeout.com/db-sl-lp-19b.html

    The Slappa 17" Black Ballistix Aura Notebook Shoulder Bag Part -$134.95
    http://www.closeout.com/db-sl-lt-sh-bx-101.html

    Slappa - SL-LP-08 - 17" Metro Notebook Bag $53.99 http://www.neobits.com/slappa_-_sl-lp-08_-_17__metro_notebook_bag_p127546.html?atc=fgl

    Just a few :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 17, 2008
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    Thanks, I bought the second one.
     
    vypher, Dec 18, 2008
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    That's awesome! Glad it worked for you! :D

    Enjoy!


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    My Slappa held up amazingly well over my 44 hours of travel. Checkpoints were a pain in the behind though, taking out three laptops for inspection takes really long.
     
    dtwn, Dec 18, 2008
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    44 hours of travel..OhMY :eek: lol ;) :D

    3 lappy's for inspection..goodness...I can imagine that being a pain! :eek: :D

    Glad it held up so well for you! :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    yep my slappa's are awesome.
     
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    I like the looks of a few of the Messenger bag's :D
    Some decent deals on those to! :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    Well... I finally got me a Swissgear Blue Maxxum, though, not from amazon.com since the retailer you posted doesn't sell to Canada. T_T

    I did however, find a great price for them on ebay Here.

    Apparently, they just don't sell in retails here. However, looking at every other swiss gear availible here (mostly older models by the looks of it), I'm pretty much sure that the Maxxum is the one I want. :D Best of all it's blue. My fav color. :D
     
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    Awesome! :D I want to know how it's working out for you! ;) :cool:

    Nice deal BTW ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
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    Where do you recommend I look for them for the best price?
     
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    I linked a few sites I found them for around $107.00 at, above in a reply to you ;)


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    ^^^^^^^^
    There, made is easy for yah! :D lol

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    Thanks Cin. I saw your post but I thought maybe zfactor had some "secret" places where they sell Slappa bags for even cheaper. $100+ for a bag is way out of my price range. Now if I traveled a lot, that might be another story..
     
    The Fire Snake, Dec 18, 2008
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    Hey no problem..zfactor just might have some *secret* places to shop for them! ;) :D


    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 18, 2008
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    i sell them to myself lol....
     
    zfactor, Dec 28, 2008
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    Which one did you end up purchasing?? :D

    HA!ha! I thought so...you would make a profit, if you decided to sell them onward! :D :D

    Cin ;) :)
     
    Cin', Dec 28, 2008
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