What Backpack do you use?

isaaus · 7th May 2008, 8:45 AM

Hi guys

As the title states. I am interested in getting a new backpack as the old one got stolen. I need following items in it.

Compartment to store few pens
Compartment for a laptop (15.4")
Compartment for few books.

Thanks

mixology · 7th May 2008, 9:18 AM

I've got recommended
http://rushfaster.com.au/product.php...RA-GSTAPLE-BLK

* Durable nylon with PU2 backing
* Padded ergonomic back panel and shoulder straps
* Customized Gravis print lining
* Seperate computer pocket with neoprene cradle, which holds up to 15" laptop
* External removable mobile phone/MP3 player pocket

3 seperate compartments

theres other ones on the website so have a pick lol

also heres a discount coupon: AppleTalk (Creditz go to kingyubbo)

NSanity · 7th May 2008, 9:19 AM

Check out a Crumpler store - take your lappy down and have them show you what can fit in there.

Fantastic quality bags.

mixology · 7th May 2008, 9:24 AM

^ dammn mann them backpacks are quiet expensive lol $200+. but i guess you get what you pay for.

sunrise · 7th May 2008, 9:41 AM

I got a Mountain Designs chimney 30. It's not specifically a notebook bag, but it has got a sling type thing along the back of it in the main compartment, that I put my notebook in. While there's no protection, aside from the back of the backpack being padded, I think with a Neoprene case for the notebook, it should be fine, atleast for me... (I don't plan on throwing my bag around..so it'll hopefully take ok to accidental knocks,etc ok)
Plus the bag has LOADS of room left over (it has more room than some bags claiming to be 35/40L)! and the bag is under 1kg, so it's light! (Weight and space were the 2 most important things for me).
Got it on sale for $80 in store.

gEoFeRSeN · 8th May 2008, 5:57 PM

i got a gravis backpack recently from rushfaster and works a treat. heaps of room and pretty comfy to for a backpack

NSanity · 8th May 2008, 6:00 PM

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Originally Posted by mixology

^ dammn mann them backpacks are quiet expensive lol $200+. but i guess you get what you pay for.

They are disgustingly over-designed. Top Quality stuff.

Infact the only thing I dislike about crumpler is their website.

Its shit and makes me want to gouge my eyeballs out. Thankfully they have walk-in stores - and they'll custom make a bag for you if none of theirs suit.

PapaDom · 8th May 2008, 6:10 PM

I got the official Dell XPS one.

NSanity · 8th May 2008, 7:15 PM

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Originally Posted by PapaDom

I got the official Dell XPS one.

Same - I have a crumpler for my work lappy (Dell Latitude D630)/carrying stuff to and from work.

Smokin Whale · 8th May 2008, 8:30 PM

I use my quicksilver backpack for everything, it does the job

-spam- · 8th May 2008, 9:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mixology

^ dammn mann them backpacks are quiet expensive lol $200+. but i guess you get what you pay for.

Definitely. I have one of their camera messenger bags and its been through hell and still keeps my gear safe.

As far as backpacks go, i am currently using a Lowepro Fastpack 350. A little large and probably not what you are after. Takes my 14.1" acer 4920 (can take up to a 17" one easily) as well as some crap in the top and all my camera gear in the bottom part.

Headless Turkey · 8th May 2008, 9:26 PM

got a neckbeard to go with that backpack

-spam- · 9th May 2008, 4:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Headless Turkey

got a neckbeard to go with that backpack

Haha, yeah. It does get a bit heavy sometimes. Thats why I dont always carry all my camera stuff in it. Just a light kit.

Although the bag does have about an inch of padding on the back of it and about half that on the inside of the shoulder straps.

SyntheticNight · 9th May 2008, 6:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mixology

I've got recommended
http://rushfaster.com.au/product.php...RA-GSTAPLE-BLK

Damn that is one sweet looking pack!

TheAvatar · 9th May 2008, 6:48 AM

I use this one - http://www.myshopping.com.au/PR--176...lling_Backpack - was a freebie from work

7th May 2008, 9:18 AM	#2
mixology Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The Bay Area Posts: 401	I've got recommended http://rushfaster.com.au/product.php...RA-GSTAPLE-BLK * Durable nylon with PU2 backing * Padded ergonomic back panel and shoulder straps * Customized Gravis print lining * Seperate computer pocket with neoprene cradle, which holds up to 15" laptop * External removable mobile phone/MP3 player pocket 3 seperate compartments theres other ones on the website so have a pick lol also heres a discount coupon: AppleTalk (Creditz go to kingyubbo) Last edited by mixology; 7th May 2008 at 9:21 AM.

7th May 2008, 9:19 AM	#3
NSanity Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Melbourne, Vic Posts: 3,282	Check out a Crumpler store - take your lappy down and have them show you what can fit in there. Fantastic quality bags. __________________ -NSanity

7th May 2008, 9:41 AM	#5
sunrise Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Under the sea. Posts: 594	I got a Mountain Designs chimney 30. It's not specifically a notebook bag, but it has got a sling type thing along the back of it in the main compartment, that I put my notebook in. While there's no protection, aside from the back of the backpack being padded, I think with a Neoprene case for the notebook, it should be fine, atleast for me... (I don't plan on throwing my bag around..so it'll hopefully take ok to accidental knocks,etc ok) Plus the bag has LOADS of room left over (it has more room than some bags claiming to be 35/40L)! and the bag is under 1kg, so it's light! (Weight and space were the 2 most important things for me). Got it on sale for $80 in store. Last edited by sunrise; 7th May 2008 at 9:45 AM.

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7th May 2008, 9:24 AM	#4
mixology Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The Bay Area Posts: 401	^ dammn mann them backpacks are quiet expensive lol $200+. but i guess you get what you pay for.

8th May 2008, 5:57 PM	#6
gEoFeRSeN Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Perth WA Posts: 3	i got a gravis backpack recently from rushfaster and works a treat. heaps of room and pretty comfy to for a backpack

9th May 2008, 6:48 AM	#15
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