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Need a backpack/bag/sleeve for your PB? Look here

Need a backpack/bag/sleeve for your PB? *Look here* Troubleshooting 50 posts Sep 24, 2003 — Sep 30, 2003

#1 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:15

Everyday it seems someone is asking for links to bags to fit their new 12/15/17 Powerbook. I thought it would be a good idea to dedicate a thread to listing all links/comments/reviews of bags and such right here. I've semi-compiled a list based on the first search page I did on this forum for *bag*. Everyone chime in with your additions! Here we go:

Waterfield Designs - cases/sleeves
Booq - cases/sleeves
Tom Bihn - everything
Kensington - everything
Brenthaven - cases
Marware - cases/sleeves
Incase - everything
ACME MADE - cases/sleeves
MacCase - everything
Dr. Bott - everything
Crumpler Bags - messenger bags
Timbuk2 - messenger bags
Chrome Bags - messenger bags
Shinza - cases/sleeves
Kata - everything
Spire USA - backpacks/sleeves
Boblbee - backpacks
Tumi - everything
R&R Cases - hard cases
ZERO HALLIBURTON - hard cases

Lots o' bags:

eBags
BagsForMe
Bagreview
Macro Luggage

Update #1:

Bailey Works - messenger bags
Ortlieb USA - everything
RadTech - sleeves/accessories
Shaun Jackson Design - bags/sleeves
Targus - everything
Willow Design - everything

Update #2:

Pelican Case - hard cases
Tenba - cases/bags
Victorinox by Swiss Army - everything

#2 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:20

you are totally right,
this thread shold be a sticky

#3 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:26

Jambags Home of the MacCase binders, sleeves, and backpacks

#4 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:34

Bookmarked! Thanks!

(I'm seeking a 17" sleeve that JUST fits it eaxactly, without a buckle.)

#5 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:48

There is a nice thread on this from MacIntouch, too.

#6 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 16:53

you missed out Radtech:

http://www.radtech.us/

I've just ordered the powerbook sleeve from there as i've already got a nice laptop bag from Muji.

#7 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 17:13

Quote:

Originally posted by Jbroad572:
Jambags Home of the MacCase binders, sleeves, and backpacks

It's in the list, under "Mac Case"

#8 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 17:21

Lattimer, that's great work - thumbs up. On my bookmark list now too...

Anyone want to make this a sticky?

#9 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 17:25

Quote:

Originally posted by Eciton:
Anyone want to make this a sticky?

Definitely.

#10 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 21:20

I have browsed all of the links in the above thread, and i found a new favorite bag! But i want to see what it's interior looks like.

The Tom Bihn Hipster Laptop bag. The site has NO pictures of the interior of the bag, maybe someone who owns one can snap a pic for me?

Thanks

#11 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 21:25

I take it the Cargobag from waterfield will not fit the 15inch pb?
http://www.sfbags.com/PRODUCTS/CGM_INFO/cgm.htm
Medium Cargo $189 Soft Case 16� x 12� x 3� / 2.9 lb.

#12 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 21:45

Quote:

Originally posted by nagromme:
Bookmarked! Thanks!

(I'm seeking a 17" sleeve that JUST fits it eaxactly, without a buckle.)

Nice work...A labor of love!

#13 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 21:48

Quote:

Originally posted by Sakino:
I take it the Cargobag from waterfield will not fit the 15inch pb?
http://www.sfbags.com/PRODUCTS/CGM_INFO/cgm.htm
Medium Cargo $189 Soft Case 16� x 12� x 3� / 2.9 lb.

You can always email the guy from that site, his customer service is great.... i talked with him the other day here is what he said

"The best cases for your new 15" Powerbook are

Medium Cargo
Large Cargo
Small Cozmo
Large Cozmo
15" Racer-X"

#14 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 22:43

Lattimer,

Thanks very much for your efforts. Been looking for a slim sleeve that was a bit different than the norm and wasn't totally overpriced. Just ordered a Zeroshock sleeve for my 12" from Shinza in red! Will let you all know how it turns out when I receive it. Currently using a louis vuitton dust bag from my girlfriend's purse as a thin sleeve ala radtech. It actually fits incredibly well, but is more ad hoc than I would like.

Thanks again and this should definitely be a sticky!

#15 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 23:39

Pelican cases are rad. I have a pelican 1490. my tibook 400 has called it home for a bit over 2 years traveling to / from work every day and about the country. My tibook looks surprisingly good for as many times as it's been around the block...

plenty of room, looks the business, tough as nails. give them a look.

http://www.pelican-case.com/pelican-flashlights/

-tibook400
-albook1ghz on order
-various other beige boxen

#16 Wed, 24 Sep 2003 - 23:46

Lattimer: Great work. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. If there was an award for "Most Useful Thread of the Month" yours would definitely win!

#17 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 12:37

Thanks everyone for your kind words...looks like I have votes for the most useful thread and least useful thread as well: Stupid Question

#18 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 13:07

Radtech just earnt itself 19 pounds for your efforts.

Sadly however i wasn't impressed with the bag makers, some were nice but didn't ship to the UK and the rest were ugly.

#19 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 14:08

Quick vote for Willow Design. Their cases are simple, light and guaranteed for life. Never a problem with one yet...

#20 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 14:28

Victorinox (the swiss company) makes a nice little laptop case protective sleeve type deal that works amazingly with my PB15". great for carrying it or even throwing it in a backpack or soemthing, without getting too professional with a suitcase type deal. it shouldnt cost more than 55$ or so and even comes with a strap. they sell them at Mori Luggage and the 'nicer' luggage places. i got the one that slides in the laptop from the side rather than the top because it wont fit in the top one.

http://www.gearshark.com/finder/det.../8539.html?no_f

works pretty well. thought id add in.

e

#21 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 15:42

Here is one more for the list. Tenba makes camera bags and has a line of products especially for the new powerbooks.

http://www.tenba.com/

#22 Thu, 25 Sep 2003 - 20:45

Does anyone else know sites that sell messenger bags that would be a good combo with the sleeve from Waterfield or another company. I'm considering purchasing a waterfield sleeve, but i want a messenger bag as well. I've visited every site i can find, still looking for that perfect messenger bag.

Lou

#23 Fri, 26 Sep 2003 - 04:48

Check out Chrome bags. Should be added to the list above.Chrome messenger bags and sleeves

#24 Fri, 26 Sep 2003 - 05:23

Quote:

Originally posted by ewiser:
Check out Chrome bags. Should be added to the list above.Chrome messenger bags and sleeves

It's on there under "Chrome Bags".

#25 Fri, 26 Sep 2003 - 07:25

In the UK, check out TechAir...

I have one of their backpacks (Libera), and although it's a little boxy, it seems very protective. Big enough for my 15" TiBook, possibly too small for a 17" and overkill for a 12".

Great thread, BTW!

#26 Sat, 27 Sep 2003 - 21:29

I just wanted to give a 2 thumbs up to Waterfield Designs?!?! I ordered a bag Thursday afternoon, great customer service. It made it here today with ground shipping. I must say GREAT SERVICE. The price tag is WELL WORTH IT.

#27 Sun, 28 Sep 2003 - 01:57

Quote:

Originally posted by Bruck:
Does anyone else know sites that sell messenger bags that would be a good combo with the sleeve from Waterfield or another company. I'm considering purchasing a waterfield sleeve, but i want a messenger bag as well. I've visited every site i can find, still looking for that perfect messenger bag.

Lou

what purpose does a sleeve serve if your 'book is already in a bag or case? is it supposed to be in addition to? or just another option to carry? thanks for your input!

nick

#28 Sun, 28 Sep 2003 - 02:56

I got a sleeve from waterfield design, it's the only sleeve I know, that has changed the size for the 15" alu. So it should fit perfect!

#29 Sun, 28 Sep 2003 - 04:11

there is another firm, not mentioned on this list.... from switzerland

http://www.zahara.ch
sleeves and bags

#30 Sun, 28 Sep 2003 - 04:28

One more for the list: ZeroShock sleeve.

@ Shinza.com