Wako

Tomorrow I will be buying a new MacBook, and I was wondering what carrying case I should buy. I checked at the Apple Store, and if I want to get the plastic cover (the exoskeletton) and a carrying case, it would cost over 150 just for that. What do you guys use/recommend?

Thanks!
-Wako

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John Clay

I'd suggest not getting a hard plastic case, as that may cause heat issues. Also increases the bulk of the unit.

As for cases - I'd suggest a sleeve, and then a bag of some sort. InCase makes/made some very good neoprene sleeves (Similar to this Incase Products). Only some stores still have stock, as the 13" has been discontinued it seems.

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Wako

I had a 15" MarWare case with my PowerBook.

The reason I want the hard plastic case is that I'm going to be using the MacBook in rough conditions around people *not so careful* this summer. Does it tend to scratch as much as the iBook?

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Monkeyman, eh?

green canvas InCase bag is what I've got.

I really like it, so far.

It doesn't have a strap, which is the only shortcoming so far.

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csonni

I recently purchased a MacBoook along with an Incase Neoprene Sleeve and a SGM Small Alley Case. Nice fit.

redronin

Hi,
You may want to look at Tom Bihn.
TOM BIHN Designs - Laptop Bags, Laptop Backpacks, and Laptop Cases

mikeinmontreal

Check the AppleStore in Laval before buying. Good deals on refreshed. Mike.

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Done! The BlackBook already has my name on it!

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lreynolds

I'll second the STM small alley.

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Wako

I found a MarWare for a resonable price, I think I'll get that. I need to consider I'll be carrying my school backpack too, so I think the STM Small Alley isn't best.

Also:

It is a good investment?

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