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Thursday, June 26, 2008

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Back On The Bag Hunt

A while back I was brought to an end of my hunt with a bag that was given to me by the wonderful people at Tom Bihn. It's probably the longest I have had a bag in a long time... but the the new addition of my 'regular' laptop - I have to be on the hunt again... :(

The bag I have is the Ego - and there is a Super Ego that will work for me - that is a serious consideration as the Ego bag has been wonderful. But, I haven't been on the hunt for a full sized bag in a while so I am asking you, the GBM readers, if there is something you have or a brand that I should check out! I will say that I am not a Backpack type of person, more of the 'messenger' type of guy.

It also have to fit my companion Tablet PC in there too... I have all but decided that the LS800 is perfect for me to take to my meetings, sit by me at my desk, couch surfing and child prodigy device.

So, are there any suggestions out there??

Accessories

6/26/2008 1:55 PM MST

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Thursday, June 26, 2008 2:44:01 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Coincidently, I too am looking for a new bag (I’m actually going from messenger to backpack). I’ve seen some great bags by Booq (http://www.booqbags.com/) and a friend recommended I check out some LL Bean bags. Other than that I’ve been lost and can’t wait to see what others recommend so I can compare before I purchase.

Jose R. Ortiz

Thursday, June 26, 2008 3:00:08 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

http://abcnews.go.com/print?id=2233752

Gavin Miller

Thursday, June 26, 2008 4:08:49 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I actually downsized awhile ago from a large messenger bag to smaller sling/shoulder bags (Tom Bihn Buzz and Ristretto bags respectively). My previous messenger was a Swiss Army/Victorinox bag. It was quite sturdy and had tons of storage. I think I got it at Staples.

http://www.swissarmy.com/TravelGear/Pages/Product.aspx?category=backpacksmessengersmessengers&product=30384508&

tablet envy

Thursday, June 26, 2008 6:41:17 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Try Crumpler bags at www.crumplerbags.com ; the site is weird but the bags are fantastic

Dave White

Thursday, June 26, 2008 6:52:44 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I too have always tried to find the "right bag". I am currently using a bbp hybird backpack/messenger bag. They have differnt styles and colors, but always in a "hybird" form. So far it is one of the only bags that hasn't maddened me in some way.

Dohn Fadden

Thursday, June 26, 2008 7:28:58 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I have had a couple of Crumpler bags and they were very good. Honestly though, I don't think that you will find a better bag than the Tom Bihn bags. They are fantastic and very well thought out. Timbuk2 also makes some very nice bags. I have a backpack bag of theirs that I still use from time to time.

Steve Miller

Thursday, June 26, 2008 8:21:07 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I am using the Osprey Torque. The Torque and Transit are two briefcases with messenger bag styling, but with one key difference: Each has semi-rigid sides. These are great for overhead compartments - my bag contents don't get crushed when people over-stuff around the bag. Definitely worth a look.

http://www.ospreypacks.com/Packs/TravelCouriers/

JOE Houde

Thursday, June 26, 2008 8:41:20 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Hey, I like that Torque!

Matt Faulkner

Thursday, June 26, 2008 10:19:29 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Wilsons Leather had a 1" attache case thats perfect for my tablet. Has inner pockets for the power cord, SD cards, files, etc.

Brick

Friday, June 27, 2008 2:15:55 AM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Consider the Cargo Messenger style bag from Waterfield/www.sfbags.com. Not only is it sturdy and attractive, but they come with a lifetime warranty, awesome customer support, and they're made in the US. You pay a little more, but you'll feel good doing it.

FeralBoy

Friday, June 27, 2008 2:23:21 AM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

Trager Bags USA (Seattle)

Mike

Friday, June 27, 2008 11:44:14 AM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

The Torque has worked very well for me. IT doesn't have as extensive of an interior pochet set-up as the Ego does, but it can keep my iphone, x61 and various plugs all sorted, plus room for a couple of hard cover books and a file or two.

The transit is HUGE. You could pack for a weekend trip in it.

JOE Houde

Friday, June 27, 2008 3:50:25 PM (Mountain Daylight Time, UTC-06:00)

I had the Osprey Torque and it was great, but the new (and made from recycled fibers!) messenger bags are just awesome. I have the Elroy. Best thing about it is the instant access laptop zipper -- great for those airport security situations. Plus all the pockets are now much more conveniently laid out.

Bilzebub

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