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Hi all, I am new to posting, however I've been reading posts for awhile now. I need help with buying a new laptop bag. I've made the choice to buy Tom Bihn, however I feel like I am in full blown paralysis by analysis right now. I am looking for an airplane travel bag that will fit under the seat in front of me and looks professional enough for meetings. I travel with a MBP 13, denon NC-800, folio, magazines, charges (phone/MB) and a small book. I'm 6'3" 195lbs, so space is critical in those tiny airplane seats. I travel domestically and half the time I'm on a small regional jet.
The Zephyr seems to be the best fit, however I watched the youtube review and the reviewer commented on how big the bag was?? Is it really that big? Should I be looking at a Cadet? Any insight or comments would be greatly appreciated.
I have the larger cadet in black/red and I really like it. It will definitely hold everything in your list, although it doesn't hold bulkier items well (water bottles, umbrellas, etc.) so don't plan on carrying those inside, although it can be done if you don't have much else. The quick slide-out cache for your laptop is pretty cool, I really like it and works well, I've only used it through TSA security a few times though.
I Just like the bag because it's look quite formal. I hate bags with flaps that fold over.