Traveling with a laptop

aaron · Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2004 6:33 pm Post subject: Traveling with a laptop

When traveling with a laptop, sometimes it's handy to keep what you are carrying discrete. Can anyone recommned any bags or cases that do just this? I recently became aware of the Knomo laptop bag, but it seemed to be more of a fashion accessory (and perhaps drew people's attention to it, rather than the opposite). Any suggestions?

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GregW · Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2004 7:33 pm Post subject:

I have occasionally just wrapped my laptop in some dirty clothes and put it in my carry-on bag. Of course, that was pre-9/11 when one didn't have to remove the laptop and put it through separately for the X-ray machine.

I would like to get something like this: Over the Shoulder bag. I try and walk home from work when I am in Toronto, so I think it would make you look like a bike courier instead like an office worker.

Greg

lindi13 · Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2004 8:22 pm Post subject:

maybe this is a uk thing but i thought some laptops come with special cases for everything you will need for it. if not i suppose a shop which sells laptops will be able to assist you in your product search.
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aaron · Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2004 9:48 pm Post subject:

Most laptops come with cases that scream "I'm carrying a laptop!", lindi13. I am asking about those bags that don't do that. i.e. bags that you can carry a laptop in, yet it's not obvious what the contents are.

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georgep · Posted: Tue Nov 09, 2004 6:51 am Post subject:

When i travel i just take my OLD toshiba Libretto laptop to store my pictures and do some quick emailing. But because it's so small (size vcr tape) i just put it in my backpack that i carry as handluggage. (next to most of my camera equipment that i also don't want to show to much)
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chooooocolat_moose · Posted: Sat Nov 13, 2004 11:25 am Post subject:

You can try this : I have a bagpack with an inner room for my camelback. Seems to be big enough to hold a laptop too. But the idea of running around with a bagpack and in a suit is not ideal too...Maybe a new fashion revolution Laughing

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Guy · Flight Steward Joined: 14 Nov 2004 Posts: 83 94 ants

I saw once a backpack with a laptop case inside. No one could guess what's inside the bag- it looks like a normal one...
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cbfb · Posted: Tue Nov 23, 2004 4:14 pm Post subject:

Had a look into this myself a while back. These might be of interest:

http://www.coluco.com/airbag/index.asp
http://www.eaglecreek.com/60137.html
http://www.epacks.co.uk/itmidx2.htm
http://www.coluco.com/tecair/index.asp

Didn't buy one in the end as they are a bit on the expensive side. Went for another technique - fill my briefcase so full of junk noone could possibly run off with it. Works so far.

John_from_Eurapart · Posted: Sun Nov 28, 2004 3:40 pm Post subject:

When I fly I take a Tungsten T3 PDA and Wireless keyboard they fold down to fit into my pocket and don't cause weight problems with the No frills airiles weight limits. The one thing I am missing is a WiFi card but Palm now make one for the T3. When I get one (hope the price drops a bit first) I will be able to do almost everthying a laptop can do except download digital photos from my camera to it.

When traveling by car I will continue to take my laptop and hide it away in a hidden compartment in the trunk.

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petertdavis · Chief Steward Joined: 14 Nov 2004 Posts: 199 220 ants

I throw mine in an old fashioned briefcase. I don't know if that makes it any less attention-grabbing to crooks.
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adexec · Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 2:38 am Post subject:

I bought mine from PC World in UK.

Its a backpack that slings over your shoulder (only one strap) goes from left shoulder to right hip.

Doesnt look like a laptop bag at all!!! My 17" widescreen laptop fits perfect and you cant tell.

yourlifepassion · Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 3:28 am Post subject:

I use my frietag bag. Sturdy, stylish, recycled, and expandable! That have a laptop specific bag, but I use one of their regular ones.

See:http://www.freitag.ch
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Straniero · Posted: Wed Jul 20, 2005 11:32 am Post subject:

I carry my laptop, and camera gear in my 30 ltreTatonka pack that also comes with me as hand luggage.

Carry too much crap is a sure way to minimise the enjoyment of your trip.
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