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Do you guys have any experience with laptop backpacks (not bags, or totes, or any of that spine-deforming cr*p) for 17" notebooks?
I have to admit I overlooked the portability property of my computer when I got it, and it's dawning on me now that 17" might not have been the brightest idea.
It's not so heavy, in all honesty, but finding a way to lug it around is proving to be a pain. Any advice?
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malilini wrote:Do you guys have any experience with laptop backpacks (not bags, or totes, or any of that spine-deforming cr*p) for 17" notebooks?
I have to admit I overlooked the portability property of my computer when I got it, and it's dawning on me now that 17" might not have been the brightest idea.
It's not so heavy, in all honesty, but finding a way to lug it around is proving to be a pain. Any advice? I know what you mean. It isn't only the laptop that's a pain in the arse, but also the power cord, and anything else needed. I used a messanger bag for a while, which killed my back. I did some snooping at www.apple.com/ca at the store, and there are some decent looking ones. My problem is I need room for other things too, and I like to see things before I buy them.
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MDoucett wrote:I know what you mean. It isn't only the laptop that's a pain in the arse, but also the power cord, and anything else needed. I used a messanger bag for a while, which killed my back. I did some snooping at www.apple.com/ca at the store, and there are some decent looking ones. My problem is I need room for other things too, and I like to see things before I buy them. I'm sort of sceptical towards buying cases/bags from apple.com for items that are not of apple descent lol. Just because a 17" MacBookPro fits into a certain laptop compartment doesn't mean that other 17" laptops will as well. MBP's are very thin (and beautiful! *drool*), and could probably fit into some loose compartments for smaller notebooks. Apple makes sure they fit Macbooks, but that's not a guarantee for other brands. Plus, there's the obvious "I want to see/touch/try it first".
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malilini wrote:I'm sort of sceptical towards buying cases/bags from apple.com for items that are not of apple descent lol.
Plus, there's the obvious "I want to see/touch/try it first". Agreed. I just meant in general, I was looking on their website. I was reading the customer reviews and stuff to see what people really thought of them. Anyway, I'm really hard a backpacks, so I may buy a hiking backpack, and just get a laptop sleeve.
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I just went out to do back to school shopping ^^ Happy about that. I'm gonna try the notebook thing. Its 200 page notebook, should that be enough for one class that runs all year?
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its depends how big you write and how much additional information your professor gives you during lecture. 200 pages per class was fine for me tho.
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TaintedKane wrote:I just went out to do back to school shopping ^^ Happy about that. I'm gonna try the notebook thing. Its 200 page notebook, should that be enough for one class that runs all year? Yeah I used about half a notebook for a semester course.
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I went to Mountain Equipment Co-op today after reading about the durability of their backpacks on this forum and I am really happy with what I bought.
I have backpack issues. I went to Lincoln Travel Bags and bought a Roots $50 backpack a few months ago and after I put one book in it, the partition cloth inside the backpack ripped. I then went to Bentley's and bought a Nike $50 backpack and their partition cloth was thin too but it seemed as if it would be ok.
Finally, I decided to visit Mountain Equipment Co-op and they have awesome backpacks. I bought a nice backpack that would fit my laptop and about 4-5 thick books if I have to only for $39. Their partition cloth is very thick and their warranty is for a few years. They have good deals.
I would definitely recommend their backpacks.
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I got a Obusform back pack. Its fairly large. Water Resistant (which was great because it rained a couple days ago and my papers for OSAP didn't get wet ^^ and its suppose to stop back pain. It even came with a cd that taught you how to use the straps and stuff. its also got a 3 year warranty. Its even recognized by Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Its got all this other stuff written on the enormous tag that flips open xD. Its cheaper than a 5 Star Backpack. (I know this because I returned the 5star bag for this one) I was lucky enough to find it in Zellers. I think its 20 something in price. If anyone wants to read more about it http://www.obusforme.com/category_nav.asp?ID=1&cssbp=setupI can't find a picture of mine on the web though
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LOVE back 2 school shopping
especially the clothing part and shoes part
but yea i am basically getting notebooks and pens and paper
still haven't found a laptop yet
and i HAVE NO IDEA what kind of bag i should get
i haven't worn a backpack in ages
and messenger bags hurt my shoulders i usually wore the purse/bag thing
like the tna ones
and i'm not sure it is going to cut it for university
this sucks
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As far as bags go, it depends. You can go the whole year without bringing any textbooks or your laptop to school, lots of girls just bring purses or large bags.
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I don't have much for school right now...I'm starting my first year, so I'm just going to kind of get a feel for everything first. I have a large bag that I got in Japan that I'm mostly just going to use. I also have a notebook for each class, a handful of pens in a variety of colours, and a case for my laptop, should I choose to bring it.
University of the Fraser Valley - Bachelor of Arts '12
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