Backpack for computer

[VERT]

My job pretty much requires me to always carry a laptop. My current computer bag is bulky. I was thinking it might be nice to carry a single get home bag/computer bag. A backpack would be great for carrying a little gear, maybe some extra clothes for over night and my computer. A hidden holster would be nice as well. Anybody seen or own something like this?

**Disclaimer - My employee handbook states that we are not allowed to carry weapons. My plan is not to carry a personal firearm that could be used to defend myself or others.

 

[buckstopshere]

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I use a Swiss army bag and I love it. I can take all my biz stuff and a 72 hour kit and still have room for stuff.

If your flying, you don't even have to take it out of the bag.

 

[lucky4034]

Swiss backpacks are great for exactly what you are asking from it. I used to travel a lot in the Navy with my laptop, and my swiss backpack was perfect as it had a nice protective pouch designed for a laptop. As well as a pouch designed for an ipod/smartphone with earphone wire port.

Plenty of extra pockets for wallets, keys etc... and large main compartment that is plenty of room for a change or two of clothes.


Very comfortable and durable as well as affordable....

http://www.google.com/webhp?rlz=1C1...c77a1873acb10c5&biw=1024&bih=653&ix=hea&ion=1

 

[Amattern]

Here is the backpack I carry at school. I can bring Mac and all my books to class with no problems, plenty of room.

Actually now that my classes aren't all on one day im looking for something a little smaller.

Epic - Backpacks

 

[goinggreyfast]

I have one of those Swiss Backpacks. Got mine at Sam's Club for cheap too. Nice backpack. If you want, I'll bring it with me tomorrow night at the Meet & Greet and you can check it out. Heck, I might even let you fondle it. (The backpack that is.)

 

[Dead Duck]

If it's also security that you want - Push HERE.

I have the PacSafe 200 and couldn't be happier with it. When traveling and leaving my car, I feel better with the extra deterrent while leaving my stuff locked in this set up. Even in the trunk, I'll cable it to the body of the car.

Wherever you are with it you can just pull out the cable and lock it to whatever you want. Plenty of room for my laptop, guns, knives, radios, holsters and whatever. My kids call it the "backpack of mass destruction".

My laptop in its protective sleeve measures 11in x 16in and fits fine and has room to spare. This of course doesn't include the rest of the backpack's dividers and pockets. The cable netting security comes in handy but this backpack is a bit pricey.

 

[VERT]

I was looking at the Swiss packs at Staples today. The zippers and such look to be of better quality then some of the others. Do any of the models happen to have hidden or lockable pockets?

 

[buckstopshere]

I was looking at the Swiss packs at Staples today. The zippers and such look to be of better quality then some of the others. Do any of the models happen to have hidden or lockable pockets?

Not that m aware of. Mine doesn't have anything like that.

 

[Olive Drab]

I got lucky and found one of these on Craigslist for $5 about a year ago for my son. Lots of padding, storage, and carry options if you're into ACU.

New ACU Army National Guard Backpack Universal Camo Bag | eBay

 

[jotto]

Might also want to check out some of the products from Maxpedition. Very well made bags in a lot of different set ups. They have the Testudo laptop backpack as well as different types of single strap packs as well.

Just a suggestion.

 

[snapping turtle]

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[mrjarrell]

Loads of folks have already beat me to the punch. The Swiss is one of the best I've run across. It's a good quality pack at a great price point. Good materials and designed well, to boot.

 

[perry]

Check out the LL Bean "Quad Pack". Nice laptop pouch and room for lots of other junk. The pictures on the website don't do a very good job of selling it. Also, it looks like they just have red in stock right now. And, guaranteed for life.

Quad Pack: School Backpacks | Free Shipping at L.L.Bean

 

[Kafer_Mike]

I've packed around an OGIO Metro for over 5 years. I like the multiple exterior pockets, interior organizer, and the side laptop sleeve -- and that fact it wears like iron.

 

[Icarry2]

I like my Targus

 

[ballzac86]

Oakley Kitchen Sink. "little" pricey at $170, but I haven't regretted paying that one bit. Nor have I lusted after any other laptop bag in the year that I've had it. It holds my holstered USP45c in one of the side pockets. Have never seen a negative review of this bag either. Very "tacti cool."

YouTube video showing all the different compartments on it.
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...uQUhpwfmqCJT0Hwng&sig2=MndExTcCYYDEUmwFCe7inw

 

[g00n24]

I really like my 5.11 backpack. It has a separate laptop pouch in the main pouch. Great pockets everywhere in this thing. Including one that has a large velcro (soft side) patch that is perfect for attaching a cheapo holster to for carry if you need, very comfortable too.
Doesn't look "tactical" either
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/251156961021-1.html