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Need a nice backpack for a heavy commuter!

bienbiensuper — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:34:12 -0800

I need to find a laptop backpack styled similarly to this messenger/briefcase bag: good hope bag My boyfriend can't carry messenger style laptop bags anymore (shoulder/back problems), but he luurrrrves his laptop bag. His birthday is coming up and I want to replace his bag with something as similar to this as possible.

I found the official backpack version of this bag from the same brand/maker - but it's too round on top and not as well styled (imho).

This bag is beautiful, but out of my price range (I want to spend ~$150). Something along these lines would be perfect!

Where can I find an ergonomic bag that's appropriate for a grown-up?

craichead — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:43:18 -0800

Where can I find a reasonably-stylish, professional-looking, ergonomic laptop bag/ briefcase type thing for a woman? After years of ignoring it and hoping it would go away, I'm finally trying to get a handle on my chronic upper back, neck, and arm pain. I've got a diagnosis (a couple of herniated cervical discs), have seen an orthopedist and a neurosurgeon, and I'm going for physical therapy. I've been toting my stuff around in a regular shoulder bag, and according to my physical therapist I need to get something more ergonomic. I'm starting my first full-time office job in a few weeks, and the dress is "professional." It's not a terribly formal office, but I don't want to show up with anything that's shocking pink or has reflective tape. What are some good options for ergonomic bags that will carry a reasonable amount of stuff and that will allow me to look like a grown-up?

Other info: I'm a shortish (5'3") woman, and I'm petite. (I don't mean that in the sense of "thin." I have narrow shoulders and a tiny rib cage. My weight is pretty average.) I would like something in which I can put my laptop, a book, my lunch and some papers. I'll be taking the bus to work.

Searching for an attractive laptop/gym bag.

metamush — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:55:44 -0800

This public transit commuting young woman needs a bag that will fit her 15 inch Macbook Pro as well as gym clothes/sneakers. This public transit commuting young woman needs a bag that will fit her 15 inch Macbook Pro as well as gym supplies. Duffel bags are out of the question. Would prefer it not to be a backpack.

Desperately Seeking Double Laptop Bag

TurquoiseZebra — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:46:23 -0800

Can anybody recommend a laptop bag that will hold two laptops? I have two laptops I need to carry but the problem is that they're both widescreen, so larger than your normal laptop and therefore don't fit a normal bag.

I carry all relevant cords, 2 small mice and misc. other items in the bag, so the roomier the better.

And of course, price is a concern, although not a dealbreaker.

I realize I may be asking for too much, but a "cute/pretty" bag wouldn't hurt either. (But I won't be too picky.)

Yes, I've Googled and looked around a bit but apparently my Google skills are failing me.

Thanks in advance!

Boston area laptop bag store?

genefinder — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 07:24:24 -0800

I need a durable waterproof laptop bag for under $100, and I need to buy it in the Boston area today. My son is off to college, and for some reason we haven't had the chance to go laptop bag shopping yet. No time to order online plus he would rather see it before we buy one. I would like to go with him today and buy one in the Boston area (preferably north of Boston rather than the city if that is possible).

He wants a messenger style, and it will need to be durable as he is a well known destroyer of bags. It needs to hold a Dell Latitude D630 and a selection of textbooks (one or two at a time I guess). It would be great if it was waterproof to withstand the New England weather. And hopefully around $100, but i would be willing to invest more for one that will last.

So does anyone know of a good brick and mortar we should go check out later? I'll check back if anyone needs more information to help out.

Good laptop and camera backpack for carry-on?

avocade — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:43:47 -0800

I need to get a backpack that fits a 17" MacBook Pro (with neoprene sleeve on), as well as some sort of separate (i.e. removable and wearable) camera shoulder bag, holding itself a canon 40D and a few lenses. Oh, and it has to get through airport security as carry-on luggage, obviously... My favorites, which I've tested, are the STM Large Rogue, STM Loop and some Crumpler bags with weird names. The STM bags seems to have a too small compartment to cram down a separate camera bag, though. And I've yet to find a Crumpler bag with an inner compartment large enough. The camera bags I've looked at are the Tamrac Explorer 2 and Express 7, and the Canon 2400 gadget bag.

And yes, I've been looking at the Tamrac Adventure 9 and the Lowepro Compurover, which are laptop-bags with a special compartment for the camera. But I really don't want to waste all that space when I don't need luggin my camera around.

Squeaky Bag!

Robot Johnny — Wed, 01 Mar 2006 09:55:33 -0800

I recently purchased a new bag (Gravis Digi) and when I walk, the thing squeaks like a sonofabitch. I'm not even sure what's making the squeaking, but the sound seems to travel along the strap of the bag, up my shoulder, straight through my ear canal, and into the part of my brain that registers annoyance. I can even hear it when listening to my iPod. Friends point and laugh. Children cry. Small animals run away. Help me!