Microsoft Rainier Backpack for 15.4" Laptops

It's design, material (PVC Poly), form and pockets ... THE PERFECT notebook backback! I really looked around and searched for all kind of backpacks and this one took my interest at once. It's really confortable to carry, the notebook is completely protected inside it's material is water-proof and the laptop pocket is specially designed with additional materials to soften eventual hit. You have lots of pockets and even pockets for mp3 player, cds, easy-reach pocket for keys and money... The backpack is superb!

I have to say that the picture does not really do this bag justice. It is much nicer in person. My husband had an Eddie Bauer Laptop backpack for many years but was starting to tear. I looked for a while because I read that some backpacks will not fit a 15.4 like advertised. He has an HP 15.4 and it fits perfectly with a little room left to zip. The orange interior is interesting because you can easily see whats inside. Since most computer accessories are black. Lots of pockets for all your things. I recommend this for all those looking for a nice laptop backpack. It does not look like a childs bag so it is good for the professional.

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We've all gone through the range of backpacks in our lives. In today's age of technology, we require a lot more from our backpacks. And it's still not enough to just have a slot for a laptop. There must be padding around the laptop area and on the bottom. There must be protection from the other objects in your backpack. And there must be structure to the bag itself so that you don't have to worry every time you set the backpack down. The MICROSOFT RAINIER is hands down the best backpack ever made.

I'm a film student and I often have to carry my Macbook Pro 15, an external hard drive, big headphones, a couple textbooks, keys, pens, ipod, BPA free water bottle, and other accessories. The Rainier has enough pockets (and not too many) organized in a way where you instinctually know where to look for whatever you're looking for. This will truly be your best friend at work or school. When I set the Rainier down, it sits upright (just like in the photo) at your side like man's other best friend. All your gear is not sitting on top of each other.

Swissgear, Belkin, Booq, Brenthaven, Ogio make good bags. None of their bags can compete with this one. If I lost my Rainier and Microsoft jacked up the price of this one to $200, I'd still buy it.

And... it's not as geeky in person as it looks in the photo.

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Recommendation:

I would not recommend this pack due to the weakness of delicate zippers used to secure essential compartments.

Pros:

The bag is well designed/organized. The overall size permits many different items to be stored securely and conveniently. There is ample padding to protect your fragile devices. Light rain did not penetrate the contents during messy weather.

My Microsoft laptop backpack routinely and comfortably carried:

13" Laptop

AC Power/Converter Cord for Laptop

Bluetooth Laser Mouse

USB Mini & Micro Cables

USB Accessory Hub

Smart Phone

Digital Pocket Camera

Digital Mini Camcorder

Pens/Stamps/Other Small Office Supplies

Envelopes & Folders Containing Reports, Mail, etc.

Lunch/Snack Items & A Bottled Beverage

Windbreaker Jacket & Gloves

Cons:

After less than six months one of the zippers came apart rendering the backpack useless. If you purchased this pack use care in handling/using the zippers as they are delicate and will come apart. If one of the zippers that secure a main compartment fails, the pack will be made useless for its intended purposes. No sternum strap to better secure a load when walking fast or over rough terrain.

Appearance:

My personal preference is to have a backpack that does not suggest to criminals, 'Hey guys look, the laptop is in here, come and get it!' which this pack effectively does with its bright orange zipper pulls that shout out the Microsoft brand name. Instead I would recommend a design that mimics a daypack used for trekking.

Comparison: Microsoft Rainier vs. SwissGear Computer Backpack (Black):

I recently switched to a SWISSGEAR model and have noticed by comparison the materials used are more rugged (heavy-duty). The SwissGear pack, more than adequate for my purposes, can easily accommodate a 15" laptop but overall was less roomy than the Microsoft Rainier. The SwissGear pack is more adjustable with better pulls and side panel cinch straps to secure contents, important if you have to walk a long distance, or have reason to traverse uneven or difficult terrain on foot. SwissGear also includes a sunglasses loop and a small enclosed compartment (big enough to hold a slim-line digital voice recorder or pocket knife) on the shoulder straps. Neither pack had a sternum strap.

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I just bought this to replace a notebook back pack I have had for 8 years. I like that tis is a lot lighter and more stylish, but there is a flaw that really annoys me, a lot. I do not pick up the back pack, swing it over the center of my back and then insert both arms into the straps to use to shoulders and my back to carry it. I tend to fling one side of it over one shoulder only and walk from my car to the coffee shop or work, or back to the car. My last back pack had a rubberish underside to the straps, so they sort of gripped my shoulder, keeping it sort of in place. This back pack has a mesh like material that does not grip at all, in fact seems to glide rght off like teflon. So I put it over my shoulder and walk no more than 5 steps and it had slid off my shoulder onto my arm, which is annoying and if carrying coffee, causes it to spill. If only the unit had a non-slip material on the underside of the straps it would be perfect.

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