Briefcases, Bags, and the Murse

[shellylh]

I actually like the Brain Backpack a lot and will have a hard time not buying it. I love the RedOxx stuff but I picked RO the first time because it was the function over form solution to what I wanted (but still looked good to me). I think case, right now, the Bihn seems like both for what I'm looking for. I wish their factory store in Seattle had better hours so I could go over and find a laptop sleeve or case that might fit in the Backpack but they have really limited hours from what is posted online.

The Brain Backpack is awesome and will hold a lot. It is also really rugged. I bought one a while back but it was just too big for my small frame. I would definitely recommend this. I know there are people who love the tough RedOxx stuff and I tried to (love them) but I just think the Tom Bihn stuff is much more thought out and I keep going back. I would suggest something like SuperEgo if you want to go with a one strap bag but with a large laptop, I personally would go with a backpack.

[shellylh]

Interesting concept.  I wonder how well it would work in practice.  

 

A new photography backpack by MindShift Gear, Think Tank's new outdoor photography gear store. 

 

 

 

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/134466492/rotation180-photo-backpack

[pigmode]

I'm leaning towards the Missionworkshop Sanction for a cycling pack.

http://missionworkshop.com/products/bags/backpacks/rucksack/sanction.php

[grawk]

I bought a saffron air boss today. I had the option of getting them to put the headcase logo on it, but that would have taken an extra month, and I need it in exactly a month, so didn't want to risk it.

[swt61]

I'm just mad about saffron.

[agile_one]

... and saffron's mad about me ...

 

back to topic - Nate, I throw a 15" MBP in the outside pocket of my Sky Train all the time - just need to be mindful that external padding is nil.  Very comfy as a carry or as back pack.  As to missing pockets, I usually have the Gator along with me, and that sucke up all the bits and pieces that accumulate along the way.

[MexicanDragon]

I bought a saffron air boss today. I had the option of getting them to put the headcase logo on it, but that would have taken an extra month, and I need it in exactly a month, so didn't want to risk it.

I thought you had to be on the Travel Team to have a logo...

**BRENT**

[Voltron]

[Dusty Chalk]

I'm just mad about saffron.

Thanks, now that's stuck in mah head.

[TMoney]

I'm afraid to ask if the bag is yellow.

[Dusty Chalk]

It's very yellow. Try doing an image search on red oxx saffron.

[n_maher]

Brain arrived yesterday but I haven't had any time to look at it yet. Immediate first impression is that it's a very well made piece, not that I expected anything less.

[cutestory]

My favorite quote from Spock's Brain:

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzuXqzdYmTQ

[VPI]

Time to pick up yet another bag for the train commute.  Mostly iPad and some little stuff.  The Coach leather bag lasted 6 months before needing to go in for service for shoddy work and the Tumi bag has pretty much fallen apart but I haven't bothered getting it serviced.

 

Anyone have recommendations for a nice leather bag that have impressed the Briefcase/bags and the murse devotees?

[falkon]

Maybe this?

[VPI]

I could definitely see that in the rotation.

[Voltron]

My daughter has one of these, a Batchel from Cambridge Satchel Company.  It is practically indestructible.

 

Another highly regarded brand is Saddleback Leather, which offers a 100 year guarantee

 

 

[VPI]

Nice additions Al.  I was looking to buy my first Tom Bihn thing, a strap, but the shipping is so stupid I couldn't bring myself to by a 30 dollar strap and pay a third of the purchase price again for ground shipping.

[n_maher]

Have Colin make a run to the corporate store for you, Jeff.

[VPI]

That is a good idea since he will be in Virginia next week.

[The Monkey]

 

 

[Dusty Chalk]

's'not black enough.

 

EDIT:  No, wait a minute, yes it is.

[Salt Peanuts]

Another highly regarded brand is Saddleback Leather, which offers a 100 year guarantee

 

Damnit, Al, now I want one of their bags even though I've no need for one.

[Voltron]

Was it the 100 year guarantee that grabbed ya? 

[VPI]

I am contemplating one of their bags but I think I would miss additional pockets,etc. that Saddleback seems very limited on. There is some compartmentation in the main area but no place else to shove little things I need quick access to like I have in most of my bags.