iBook is in the mail, help me get a case!

lynch · Aug 1st, 2005, 11:53 PM

Hey guys,

I "Switched" and now I need to find my new 12" iBook a home. I know there's a number of "Recommend a case" threads but I didn't see one that applied specifically to backpack style cases.

I'd like to get something that is specifically designed for or can be shaped to fit the 12" snuggly. I need room for other things as well so the sleeves are out of the question.

I think I need a well padded backpack or shoulder bag. Does anyone have any success stories?

Anyway, I'm glad to be part of the team. I hope the purolator guy gets here quickly!

Commodus · Aug 2nd, 2005, 12:22 AM

How about The Moderate Embarassment from Crumpler? It's not cheap, but it has a dedicated 12" sleeve as well as room to haul other items. It'll certainly stand out amidst the usual bags.

andrewenterprise · Aug 2nd, 2005, 01:04 AM

Go for a sleeve and use your existing backpack, or go to Sports National and get the Targus Laptop Backpack, they have excellent pricing.

SoyMac · Aug 2nd, 2005, 01:09 AM

First off, lynch, CONGRATULATIONS on the switch and the new iBook!! You will never look back.

I have a backpack for my Powerbook that I would recommend. It's not perfect, the sleeve is not snug, - some of the pockets could have been better thought-out, but it protects my computer very well (the computer is suspended off the bottom of the case, so will never touch the floor, even indirectly), it has lots of storage areas, and I wear it on my bicycle with comfort and security.
It's the Targus laptop backpack. I got it about 3 years ago, so maybe the internal storage design has improved. Very comfortable, reasonably priced (around 119$?) and it's black and grey, so you'd be very fashionable.

If you thought the iPod was well-designed...

guytoronto · Aug 2nd, 2005, 08:20 AM

Best thing to do is to hit a few shops, and try a few out.

Trying to determine the best case from a website is like getting a haircut over the phone.

Most Mac resellers in Toronto (read: NOT the Apple Store), have a decent selection of cases for iBooks and PowerBooks.

lynch · Aug 2nd, 2005, 08:59 AM

I'm from Waterloo, but currently working in Ottawa. Can you guys recommend any shops to stop by in the Ottawa area?

I'm going to swing past the usual places this week, but I'm not really familiar with the area so I'm not sure where all the resellers are.

Vexel · Aug 2nd, 2005, 09:19 AM

This would be the post to post this question. I'm looking for a pack for my iBook.. which has 1 strap which goes across the chest.. but acts as a normal backpack. Anyone know of any good ones? I really like the stress not being on my shoulders.

jasonwood · Aug 5th, 2005, 10:39 PM

Vexel,

If a shoulder bag carrying the weight you expect to carry will be too hard on your shoulders, I don't think a sling-style backpack would be any different...

But if you go with a Crumpler Hee-Goer, Part And Parcel, Horseman, or Cashmere Blazer (shoulder bags), at least you get the 3rd Leg Stabalizer to engage when running, skipping, jumping or riding in order to secure the bag up on your back like a backpack.

Here's an entertaining movie that explains the 3rd leg... How to Wear a Crumpler Bag

Still, if you're planning on carrying heavy loads, you can't beat the comfort of a good backpack... especially one with spine slot and contoured shoulder straps... such as the Crumpler Salary Sacrifice, King Single, or Beer Back ;-)

HowEver · Aug 6th, 2005, 08:39 AM

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Jordan · Aug 6th, 2005, 09:46 AM

There's Willow Design out of Burnaby, BC. They're going out of business but they still have some stock for sale.

I bought the Darwin Pack, it's very big, too big. I can pack all my Powerbook stuff, PDA stuff, camera stuff, and a change of clothes

Kinda heavy though.