Waiting for delivery of T60p. Any carrying case decisions?

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collector_edi · #1 Post by **collector_edi** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 2:26 pm

I know this has been discussed at nausea in the other categories. Nonetheless since the T60 is a new breed, I was wondering if anyone decided on a carrying case. I am leaning toward something light [thinkpad and notes only] and carrying a second bag for books, folders, accessories etc.

Any decisions made on the carrying case?

hoya · #2 Post by **hoya** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 3:04 pm

try www.sfbags.com

I've purchased several and they are all SUPERB. Gary is the owner and very attentive to emails.

I bought the medium Cargo and sleevecase #11 for my T43 and I plan to use the same for my 14" T60. I sometimes use the sleevecase on its own (it has its own removable shoulder strap) when I don't need to anything other than my T43. highly recommended.

collector_edi · #3 Post by **collector_edi** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 3:09 pm

hoya wrote:try www.sfbags.com

I've purchased several and they are all SUPERB. Gary is the owner and very attentive to emails.

I bought the medium Cargo and sleevecase #11 for my T43 and I plan to use the same for my 14" T60. I sometimes use the sleevecase on its own (it has its own removable shoulder strap) when I don't need to anything other than my T43. highly recommended.

Thank you. I am leaning toward leather. Any good leather cases? I do not like the attache design that Thinkpad promotes. I think Targus makes it.

hoya · #4 Post by **hoya** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 4:29 pm

I briefly tried the IBM Leather Attache (made by Targus) and was very impressed by the quality. they are $129 at thinkpad.com but I've seen them elsewhere for around $60.

there is also the leather ultraportable which would be fine if you're getting a 14" T60, though I personally have never tried one.

Tumi and Brenthaven also make some very nice cases so I would check their sites.

let us know what you end up buying. - john

collector_edi · #5 Post by **collector_edi** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 10:23 pm

hoya wrote:I briefly tried the IBM Leather Attache (made by Targus) and was very impressed by the quality. they are $129 at thinkpad.com but I've seen them elsewhere for around $60.

there is also the leather ultraportable which would be fine if you're getting a 14" T60, though I personally have never tried one.

Tumi and Brenthaven also make some very nice cases so I would check their sites.

let us know what you end up buying. - john

Nice bags at both sites. A little pricey for my budget. Targus is beginning to look nice again. I liked this item however the thinkpad is not listed on the compatability page.

Google Model # CQEPL2 or visit http://www.targus.com/us/cases_notebook ... geNumber=2

pundit · #6 Post by **pundit** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 10:27 pm

This is probably not what you're looking for, since you mentioned leather, but I've received a Crumpler Luncheon, and it has an inner laptop sleeve that (apparently, from published dimensions) fits the 15" T60p snugly.

I was insistent on going for something that's not plain black, and I'm very pleased with the appearance of this bag.

collector_edi · #7 Post by **collector_edi** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 11:03 pm

pundit wrote:This is probably not what you're looking for, since you mentioned leather, but I've received a Crumpler Luncheon, and it has an inner laptop sleeve that (apparently, from published dimensions) fits the 15" T60p snugly.

I was insistent on going for something that's not plain black, and I'm very pleased with the appearance of this bag.

I'm open to all suggestions. I did take a gander and still leaning toward leather or nylon.

Thank you...

kaotic504 · #8 Post by **kaotic504** » Tue Mar 07, 2006 11:07 pm

if you want a REALLY nice bag, go to www.timbuk2.com . build your own bag out of ballistic nylon.

fullauto · #9 Post by **fullauto** » Wed Mar 08, 2006 12:31 pm

Dudes and dudettes, there is only one bag for the venerable Thinkpad.

Tumi.

jeremivw · #10 Post by **jeremivw** » Wed Mar 08, 2006 4:07 pm

fullauto wrote:kaotic...you really liked Brokeback Mountain didn't you...

just kidding.

Dudes and dudettes, there is only one bag for the venerable Thinkpad.

Tumi.

OMG! I can't stop laughing!! "I wish I knew how to quit you"!!

Thanks for the Tumi tip, too.

hoya · #11 Post by **hoya** » Wed Mar 08, 2006 11:39 pm

I checked out Tumi tonight at the store in Georgetown - I'd still take my Waterfield Cargo any day of the week, but it's decent.

fullauto - that is some funny stuff. you have a blog or something I could check out? dry wit is my drug of choice

wpwood3 · #12 Post by **wpwood3** » Thu Mar 09, 2006 12:40 am

I'm leaning toward the WaterField sleeve case with flap, strap and piggyback. Whoa...say that fast!

ehsu · #13 Post by **ehsu** » Thu Mar 09, 2006 11:01 am

they are expensive, but how about http://www.booqbags.com

collector_edi · #14 Post by **collector_edi** » Wed Mar 22, 2006 2:13 pm

I decided to go with the Leather Attache. I received it yesterday and I am please with the quality. I wanted something executive looking and light to compliment the weight of the notebook.

I am still waiting for the t60p scheduled for delivery 3/26th.

Waiting for delivery of T60p. Any carrying case decisions?

Waiting for delivery of T60p. Any carrying case decisions?

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