lube_thighwalker t1_j9qe14w wrote on February 23, 2023 at 8:44 PM

Avoid backpacks with the laptop sleeve directly on your back. I’ve had two laptops die that way until I switched to a photography bag.

Apecase has been the perfect bag since 2012. All are under $200!

Depending on your laptop size, ACPRO1800, ACPRO1900, or ACPRO2000. I carry around a gaming laptop and it all fits almost perfectly snug.

The lens/camera interior is removable and adjustable. Really cool system. To do a quick swap. Haven’t even used it for photography in years because it’s perfect for travel.

Fits in airplanes perfectly.

If there’s rain, it has a water proof cover in a pocket at the bottom.

Plus they have a lifetime warranty on the site. Never called it in to check but my bags never had an issue and I’ve literally used it every day. Maybe I’ll make a post for the sun.

Due_Vegetable_2023 OP t1_j9ri5n5 wrote on February 24, 2023 at 1:10 AM

how did the laptops die? and do you mean a separate compartment or the sleeve rests on your back and isn't on the other side of the bag? Thanks for the insightful reply.

lube_thighwalker t1_j9rjwwr wrote on February 24, 2023 at 1:23 AM

It was a dakine backpack with the laptop sleeve right between the back and bag. I didn't think it provided enough cushion. Walking to and from places. Lots of bouncing against my back.

I put my laptop in a laptop sleeve and put it inside my bag. I just love how much padding the apecase has since it was made for camera glass.

edit: that was also back before solid state drives. SO maybe you wont have my problems.

Due_Vegetable_2023 OP t1_j9rkpaf wrote on February 24, 2023 at 1:29 AM

Yeah, IDK. I have had a sleeve against my back for a while without issue. I can see how that would be an issue, just has never happened to me. A lot of sleeves now have a buckle on top to further secure the backpack. But do what works. A working computer is better than hundreds down the drain.