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#1 twiga

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:11

As per subject, can anyone recommend a good pack for lugging around a laptop (15.5")? Also does anyone know of a model that supports a laptop AND hydration? Or is this the holy grail?

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:15

Hmmm the 1 reason I dont cycle to work and back is because my laptop weighs 3kg's. I cannot imagine lugging a laptop and water being at all pleasant.
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:17

twiga ASG advertised one a while ago that was really cool it had a built in solar panel for recharging i dont remeber it having an hydration option, maybe contact ASG for more info or else Belkin make a back pack that i use but also no hydration system
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:22

I have cycled with my laptop before - I used a Targus Campus backpack which did the job 100%. I would not recommend including hydration in the same backpack for the simple reason that if it leaks (and it will happen) then your laptop will be kaput. Use a bottle instead! If you are looking for this Targus backpack, I also happen to have a brand new one (in black).
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:23

www.knrflatrock.co.za.
They have very nice backpacks.

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:26

I have been using a Crumpler laptop backpack for a year now and its supper tough and durable , they have a full range for all sizes go check them out.
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:34

thule make nice ones too
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:44

Thanks for all feedback.

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:48

i have cycled with my laptop in my targus bag - good quality bags - mine is now about 7+ years old
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 10:53

Targus +1

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 11:02

Targus +1,

I load in it my clothes (excl shoes), laptop, lunchbox and some other add-ons for the laptop no problem. Use a bottle instead of a hydration pack.
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 11:17

First Ascent Orbit 35. Can take hydration and laptop, with food, clothes etc. Also has straps that go around the chest. Has a waterproof cover that you can pull over, which actually works. Brilliant piece of kit, oh and has a little side pouch for the pepper spray quick access.

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 11:24

I use one of these:

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Dakine Duel. Ok, so it may not have a hydration pack... but it looks awesome and has a mini cooler bag that can fit 3 red bulls Posted Image

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 11:28

View PostHJV1999, on 16 January 2012 - 10:53 , said:

Targus +1
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been using one for years , something about it just works perfectly , size ,design
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Posted 16 January 2012 - 12:17

View Posttwiga, on 16 January 2012 - 10:11 , said:

As per subject, can anyone recommend a good pack for lugging around a laptop (15.5")? Also does anyone know of a model that supports a laptop AND hydration? Or is this the holy grail?

Hi twiga

We have what you are looking for!

Our Solar Backpack is great for a techie on the go; it can charge virtually all handheld electronics (mobile phones, mp3 players/ipods, cameras, PSP, etc.). Equipped with the latest generation solar panel, energy is captured from the sun and stored in a lithium ion battery located inside the bag. Energy is held for several days, so you can have access to free electricity virtually anywhere you go! Convenient and stylish, this backpack is designed to meet your every need!


Patented technology photoreactive material. Made from conductive polymers and nano-engineenered materials. Tough, waterproof, lightweight, flexible, reacts with both indoor and outdoor light.

User Friendly Connection to devices: Solar Messenger Bags include a USB charg-ing adapter for common cell phones and other handheld devices. For other devices you can use your own USB cable. Available as a spare part.

Features include:
· Solar panel and internal battery pack
· Octopus adapter
· Reflective piping
· Lockable zippers
· Quick access cell phone pocket
· Headphone port
· Padded, breathable back panel
· Side pockets lined with ultra-soft material (for protection of sunglasses and items with delicate surfaces)
· Two additional pockets on the outside of the bag
· Two separate internal compartments: one featuring a padded laptop sleeve, the other featuring an internal organizer and more pockets for ultimate organization and protection of your items

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Posted 16 January 2012 - 12:30

View Posttwiga, on 16 January 2012 - 10:11 , said:

As per subject, can anyone recommend a good pack for lugging around a laptop (15.5")? Also does anyone know of a model that supports a laptop AND hydration? Or is this the holy grail?
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