I've been strapping my notebook briefcase on top of the passenger seat on my VFR, but it's always seemed a little unstable.
Today I ordered an Ogio Metro notebook backpack from Ebags.com. The price was right ($52 shipped), and it had a pretty high customer rating. I'm just curious what others here are doing about commuting with a laptop and all its peripherals? Any personal experiences would be welcomed.
TAY,
Tom
I have one of the those bungie net thingies. I lay the manufacturer's computer bag on the passenger seat and strap it down with that.
Haven't had any problems with it.
That bungie net is worth every penny of the $10 it cost. A friend of mine has strapped 2 gallons of paint on his bike with one.
I currently just put my lappy in my regular old backpack. The backpack has chest and waist straps so that helps, but i'd like to get a backpack that was designed for a laptop. I have a hard time getting myself to buy one because my laptop has a 15.4" wide screen, and most backpacks for laptops say its good for up to 15".
I would bungie mine to the seat, but that would bounce the laptop around MUCH more than is good for a delicate laptop. Laptops just are made to be jostled like that. It will most likely cause premature problems for the laptop. When the laptop is on your back, there is far less bouncing and jostling.
What size laptop do you have VFRJoey? I'd be interested if you have a 15.4" screen or greater.
Thanks!
Targas makes some cool "backpack" styled notebook carriers. I got mine at CompUSA.
Good Luck
Jimmie
AXIO is coming out (Mid March) with a line of hardcase backpacks that are made for laptops and still look sleek and aerodynamic. And AZ is going to carry them, can you say club discount? Price about $145 list.
At about 21 X 11 x 8, they should haul the biggest laptops. I want one too, but I would like the option of using it as a tankbag until I arrive. :doh:
Someone buy one and do a write-up.
Larry
Hey FIGGAH I have a Dell Latitude with a 15.4" screen and I put it in a Joe Rocket Tank bag. You kind of have to put it in akward but I actually like it that way. It goes in Diagonal but I put things below it and on top to absorb the shock. I have not had any issues with mine.
I'm surprised nobody seems to mention Boblbee hardshell backpacks when people ask about what's out there for laptop transport. I have the bigger "Megalopolis" model that accomodates my work laptop when I decide to ride to work on my bike. I also use it as a regular backpack when taking short trips when I want a change from my tankbag. If there is a negative about the Boblbee, it's a little heavier than most other packs. It however provides more protection for your computer or anything that you carry and keeps them from getting banged around during transport. The Boblbee packs have very comfortable harness systems that follows the contour of the back and has strong and substantial webs and straps that makes the pack feel like it's part of your body. What's nice too is, you can get the pack in colors that will match your bike if you're into the color coordination thing with your gear and bike. It also does not flap around and should provide better aerodynamics at speed. I got mine for a steal at CompUSA when the main branch here in SF decided to stop carrying them. ($89.00!) beer.gif . You can get them pretty cheap at auction sites because retail sales for the pack seems to have fallen off drastically since the dot com boom went bust :ghostface: .
A couple of people even asked me when they saw me wearing the pack whether it snaps on to the tail of my bike, They thought that the sleek pack also doubles as a tail cowl when I'm on the bike.
Beck
95 VFR
I can't stress enough how much easier a good laptop backpack will make your life. �I currently own a Zoom laptop pack made by Spire USA (www.spireusa.com), and have for about two years now. �It is far superior to anything I have ever seen, and especially my own expectations. �Not only does it have a very well layed out accessory pouch, that I keep everything from my mouse to my digital camera in, but it also has it's own sleve for the laptop in it's own pocket. �The sleve is very padded, along with pads on the back of the backpack to resist impact as well as help with the softness on your back. �It has very strong straps, and many of them, so as to keep it on your back at all times. �It also includes padded shoulder straps to add to the comfort. �
This is truly a well designed pack that would probably save your computer in a get off. �Also, I've benn caught in a Florida monsoon while wearing the pack and the insides where completely dry when I got off the bike.
I know this post sounds like an advertisment, but trust me, I do not have any affiliation with this company. �I'm just a customer that has been supremely satisfied with their product, and their customer service. �When I talked to them, they said the majority of thier customer base were motorcycle riders.
If you really value your laptop and are serious about protecting it, and being comfortable, I highly recomend this company and their products. �You'll pay between $90 - $150 for a pack, but IMO, it is well worth it.
Hope this helps you. biggrin.gif �