In the future i plan on using my 2009 Ninja500 to commute into work, can anyone suggest a good bag/option for carrying a dell laptop?
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options for carrying laptop while commuting?
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Nofear
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I have a Dakine 101 backpack, I use it to carry my laptop to school. Its kept nice and safe along your back in the sleeve, and any bag made by Dakine is very high quality in my experience.
http://www.amazon.com/Dakine-8130-030-29-DAKINE-Mens-Pack/dp/B002C5IPCQ
SweetOnion
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I've got an Alpinestars backpack, that has a laptop holding compartment within.It's a decent enough bag... supposedly holds a helmet but I've yet to figure out how to make it hold my helmet without feeling like I have someone's knee in my back.Bag has good quality zippers and straps. I take it on vacation, and I wear it on the bike. No rips or tears, no broken parts what so ever, and it's coming up on the 2 year old mark.They are a bit pricey, like $150+ ... I got it as a gift from the fiancee, otherwise I wouldn't drop that kind of money on a back pack. But it is nice.
I've been using the same dakine backpack since high school (I'm 27 now) with no problems, rips or tears. Only thing is it isn't waterproof, but most bags aren't and that is something that a simple plastic bag can fix. Great price too.
If you have the money though, I recommend any OGIO product. Best all around design and quality I've seen in any kind of bag in a while.
If you have the money though, I recommend any OGIO product. Best all around design and quality I've seen in any kind of bag in a while.
GentlemanRacer
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Switch to a Macbook Air. I switched from a Powerbook to an Air and the few lbs less makes a huge difference on the commute. Dell probably has some mini subnotebook that you can put into a docking station at the office.
Lugging around some Dell beast would be miserable. I even use a leather briefcase and wear the shoulder strap as a double backpack straps, and it's fine. The weight savings on the machine make more of a difference in comfort than the aerodynamics of the bag at speeds below 130.
Lugging around some Dell beast would be miserable. I even use a leather briefcase and wear the shoulder strap as a double backpack straps, and it's fine. The weight savings on the machine make more of a difference in comfort than the aerodynamics of the bag at speeds below 130.
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Bigevildoer
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I like my Axio Swift 2.0. Great for laptops, books etc. Limited use for larger items, as there are padded (non removable) dividers in it at the bottom.
You can find them online for about $75 delivered.
You can find them online for about $75 delivered.
Backpacks can flip you onto your chest, in a crash.
Tank bag, tail bag, or hard luggage would be best. My own preference is Givi hard bags, like the V35. A top box would work too.
Tank bag, tail bag, or hard luggage would be best. My own preference is Givi hard bags, like the V35. A top box would work too.
R1Style
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OGIO No drag backpack
very nice and comfortable! And I also like, that the zipper is from the inner side: prevents riding with unzipped backpack (which I did sometimes before.
This.
I have one and love it.
I used a magnetic tankbag for the longest time. A technique I think - you could partially unzip the magnets and a knapsack carrying strap would come out to sling around.
I preferred not wearing a knapsack because commuting with one on get kind of hot.
I preferred not wearing a knapsack because commuting with one on get kind of hot.
It's always easiest to just throw it in the trunk? http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/814/139/
If you want somethign for the laptop ONLY, get the built ny:
I went with an MEC bag: http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Packs/Daypacks/PRD~5009-106/onsight-petite-fille-daypack.jsp (disregard the name, and I got it in black). It's honestly the best backpack that I've ever had...and it's cheap, too. It's been 3 years and it's holding up great + It's so comfy. The bag can fit my 13" macbook, 2 textbooks, + a couple of small books/items. Unless moeny isn't an issue, don't pay the premium for motorcycle backpacks.
To make it waterproof, you can get a liner (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/HikingCamping/StuffSacksPillows/PRD~5016-043/mec-silpu-pack-liner.jsp) or a cover (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Packs/RainCovers/PRD~5000-282/mec-daypack-rain-cover.jsp). I used to use both, but I find that the cover does the job well enough.
I went with an MEC bag: http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Packs/Daypacks/PRD~5009-106/onsight-petite-fille-daypack.jsp (disregard the name, and I got it in black). It's honestly the best backpack that I've ever had...and it's cheap, too. It's been 3 years and it's holding up great + It's so comfy. The bag can fit my 13" macbook, 2 textbooks, + a couple of small books/items. Unless moeny isn't an issue, don't pay the premium for motorcycle backpacks.
To make it waterproof, you can get a liner (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/HikingCamping/StuffSacksPillows/PRD~5016-043/mec-silpu-pack-liner.jsp) or a cover (http://www.mec.ca/AST/ShopMEC/Packs/RainCovers/PRD~5000-282/mec-daypack-rain-cover.jsp). I used to use both, but I find that the cover does the job well enough.
It's not good for the laptop over time. Life would be so much more convenient if I could just put it on my dufflebag & strap it down with the rest of my stuff. Although I'm not sure how much padding is your trunk...
Mine is in a backpack, that I put in the trunk upside-down (back to bottom). That provides enough padding, I've found.
There's a bag by swiss that a lot of people at York use and that I personally use. To protect from water, I just throw the charger and laptop in a plastic bag. So far, even in 10mm storms, my laptop isn't getting wet neither are my books. My back on the other hand hurts like a ***** after a while =/ God damn sport position.
Been looking into messenger bags as of late...Really like the stuff these guys make: http://missionworkshop.com/
However, if your commute is longer I'd agree with tank/tail bags. If you want a hybrid solution, go for the Icon Tank Bag. Converts into a backpack and can carry your helmet. Would recommend a padded sleeve for your laptop though.
However, if your commute is longer I'd agree with tank/tail bags. If you want a hybrid solution, go for the Icon Tank Bag. Converts into a backpack and can carry your helmet. Would recommend a padded sleeve for your laptop though.
I have a Cortech Sport tailbag. It worked pretty well as long as the load wasn't too heavy, and the bungee cords stretch over time and need to be replaced periodically. Overall a pretty good bag for the money with enough room for a 15.4 laptop in a padded sleave, power cable, shoes, rain pants, and lunch. For sale, $30.
I also now have the Kriega, hence the reason the Cortech is for sale. The Kriega is definitely a better bag, and fastens more securely, but it's not quite as big as the Cortech, and the Kriega was almost double the price (new).
I've also tried backpacks, but I find the tailbags work better for me.
+1 to the Icon Urban Tank Bag!!
I used to commute to work with the Cortech tail bag, it was great!!
But the Icon tank back is much more versatile. With the hidden shoulder straps and helmet strap, you can take a laptop, pair of shoe, rain gear and helmet all in one go. It shouldn't have any problem fitting 15" laptop.
I used to commute to work with the Cortech tail bag, it was great!!
But the Icon tank back is much more versatile. With the hidden shoulder straps and helmet strap, you can take a laptop, pair of shoe, rain gear and helmet all in one go. It shouldn't have any problem fitting 15" laptop.
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