Briefcases, Bags, and the Murse

[Voltron]

Ultraviolet would be awesome.

But Ultra Violence would be awesomer!

Edited February 1, 2011 by Voltron

[shellylh]

Tom Bihn is fast, my ordered shipped this afternoon!

I was looking at the Tom Bihn ID bag to take as a personal item to carry along with the Aeronaut when I need to carry the Macbook Pro (15") on a trip. For those who have one, would this be too big to work as a personal item? I wouldn't be using this for everyday needs as I already have a Chrome Soma for that. However, I think the Chrome bag is too big for a personal item (plus it looks like a backpack which sometimes isn't allowed for personal items) although it does fit underneath the seat. Also, it would be too difficult to carry the the Chrome when using the Aeronaut as a backpack.

Edited February 1, 2011 by shellylh

[The Monkey]

Shelly, I love the ID and I think it works as a carry-on, but it's not exactly compact. I have shoved it under my the seat, though.

[shellylh]

I guess I can stick with my the Timbuk2 Freestyle bag (or Gator when it arrives) as my personal item, for ipad+small camera+other stuff, and stuff cords and laptop in the Aeronaut.

Edited February 1, 2011 by shellylh

[Currawong]

Oh, and I bumped into another One Bag site:

http://www.onebag.com

This is a strictly informative site (no forum), and the guy, Doug Dyment, seems to have also helped design both the Skytrain and Airboss.

I had no idea there was such a thing as a "one bag" type movement out there, and I do find it amusing that it's pretty much what we knew and were doing 30 years ago, but I will say that the technology has improved greatly since then, especially with bags and clothing, and I've learned a few things over the past couple days of looking around (what's the best clothesline, best travel towel, etc.).

I read quite a bit of that site and it gave me quite a bit to think about regarding bags and packing. I'm going to have to try his wrapping, not folding technique for clothes the next time I take nice clothes anywhere.

After seeing that Tom Binh strap, I'm wondering if I can trouble you to receive one of those straps for me (and maybe something else if you all keep suggesting cool accessories) and put it in the bag when it is sent to me. It would save me a crapload on shipping.

Something worth checking, now I am thinking of practicalities is: Will the bags come in their own, individual packages to make it easy to send on to everyone? It might be worth checking with them if you can get individual packing boxes or bags and not end up with them all arriving in one box, which would make for more work.

Tyll: There are most definitely multi-chargers that abolish the need for carrying a bunch of wall-warts. The last one I saw had a battery for charging your devices, so you only had to charge its battery at the airport.

Edited February 1, 2011 by Currawong

[boomana]

I read quite a bit of that site and it gave me quite a bit to think about regarding bags and packing. I'm going to have to try his wrapping, not folding technique for clothes the next time I take nice clothes anywhere.

Bundle wrapping is the way to go, though I recommend doing two bundles, stacking them one on top of the other, with the first one containing most everything, and the second, just one complete change of clothing, the ones you want to wear first after arriving, even if that's just your sleep clothing. Otherwise, it's a real pain to find that one sweater or whatever when you're tired and don't want to deal with the whole bag.

After seeing that Tom Binh strap, I'm wondering if I can trouble you to receive one of those straps for me (and maybe something else if you all keep suggesting cool accessories) and put it in the bag when it is sent to me. It would save me a crapload on shipping.

Right now, my understanding is that Red Oxx will be shipping the HC bags individually to folks, though I've sent an email to confirm. If that's not the deal, I, quite frankly, am not willing to deal with shipping out larger bags to everyone getting one, so we'll see.

[The Monkey]

One problem with Tom Bihn: expedited shipping charges. Jebus. I'd love to get a couple of packing cubes for Mayberry, but I'm not willing to spend $1.3 million in shipping. Eagle Creek makes decent packing cubes right? I probably don't need to get too obsessive about packing cube brands...do I?

[tyrion]

Tom Bihn is fast, my ordered shipped this afternoon!

I was looking at the Tom Bihn ID bag to take as a personal item to carry along with the Aeronaut when I need to carry the Macbook Pro (15") on a trip. For those who have one, would this be too big to work as a personal item? I wouldn't be using this for everyday needs as I already have a Chrome Soma for that. However, I think the Chrome bag is too big for a personal item (plus it looks like a backpack which sometimes isn't allowed for personal items) although it does fit underneath the seat. Also, it would be too difficult to carry the the Chrome when using the Aeronaut as a backpack.

Shelly, I have the ID and will be traveling with it on Thursday night but there should be no issue carrying it on as a personal item. It's not much different in size or character from a briefcase.

[tyrion]

Here are a couple of pics of my Aeronaut packed for the trip. All that is missing is a couple of small items that will go in the pocket on the left side that is open. It weighs 15 pounds as is:

[boomana]

You packed already?

[tyrion]

I was home for lunch and figured I might as well do something useful and was curious if everything would fit.

[shellylh]

Realizing I could carry the laptop in the Aeronaut, I ordered the Copilot in black (with Absolute strap and ipad cache). I hope to be able to use it as my everyday "purse." It will carry slightly more than the Timbuk2 Freestyle that I have. The big plus for me in the water bottle holder and the fact that it is just large enough to carry a pad a paper. It should be the perfect "personal item" to carry onboard with the Aeronaut.

Think I may end up canceling my travel team gator order. I just don't know what I would use it for (except maybe as a camera bag for the DSLR). I like the look of the Timbuk2 Freestyle and TB Copilot more than the Gator (I actually don't like the outside pockets on the Red Oxx bags very much). Any suggestions?

[Voltron]

Just get an HC market tote and bring your gear to meets in it. Or get some other small item just to have the logo item and be part of the group.

[tyrion]

Realizing I could carry the laptop in the Aeronaut, I ordered the Copilot in black (with Absolute strap and ipad cache). I hope to be able to use it as my everyday "purse." It will carry slightly more than the Timbuk2 Freestyle that I have. The big plus for me in the water bottle holder and the fact that it is just large enough to carry a pad a paper. It should be the perfect "personal item" to carry onboard with the Aeronaut.

Think I may end up canceling my travel team gator order. I just don't know what I would use it for (except maybe as a camera bag for the DSLR). I like the look of the Timbuk2 Freestyle and TB Copilot more than the Gator (I actually don't like the outside pockets on the Red Oxx bags very much). Any suggestions?

Shelly, I am returning my iPad Cache 1. It is meant for an iPad without a case. I bought the Apple case, since my wife took mine and it fit but was tough to get in and out. I found that the iPad case and my ID provided enough protection for the iPad. Which size Cache did you order? I also have the Clear Organizer Pouch - med. and the Padded Organizer Pouch - Med. If you or anyone else has any interest, I can bring them and if someone wants them, they can pay me, saving me from having to ship them back.

[shellylh]

I thought they would fit the ipad inside of the Apple Case because of this post.

http://www.tombihn.com/blog/node/1272

I just ordered the one that was an option for the Copilot and said "ipad."

I better find out and/or cancel my order before it is too late.

Edited February 1, 2011 by shellylh

[boomana]

Mike, I might be interested in the medium padded pouch, but I'd need to see it. I have the small right now, which I like to dump my iPod and pico slim in my purse.

[tyrion]

I will bring both. I am in no rush to send them back.

[The Monkey]

The cache I have fits my iPad with the official Apple case. Is there more than 1 iPad cache now?

[shellylh]

Now I am confused. I have canceled my order for the Cache for now.

[tyrion]

I have the verical cache 1. I can get the iPad with the Apple case in it but it requires some effort. Shelly, I will bring mine with me so you can check it out and compare to Dinny's.

[shellylh]

Except I won't be there.

[tyrion]

I forgot and that sucks (you not being there not me forgetting). I could just ship it to you to check out.

[shellylh]

I will probably just get something locally at Microcenter (maybe something like the Timbuk2 case that is in the Freestyle - that works well probably because of the soft fabric inside). I don't need anything special... just something to keep the dirt and crud out and something that isn't too bulky.

@Mike and Dinny: The Cache size 1 and ipad cache do seem to be different so maybe the ipad cache is slightly larger.

Edited February 1, 2011 by shellylh

[Dusty Chalk]

That Indigo is gorgeous, Shelly.

[shellylh]

That Indigo is gorgeous, Shelly.

Everyone says that it looks even better in person - cannot wait to get it.