Originally Posted by
logicalrealist
As an alternative to a dedicated laptop backpack, I use a Kelty Redwing (it has a light internal frame) and a Waterfield laptop sleeve. I find this to be a fairly flexible combination.
I just bought a laptop, and I am using this solution too. I like having the sleeve for when I only take the laptop to a friend's house, etc. For travel, I plan to put the laptop into a regular backpack along with cords, etc. and other carry on items.
Lots of flexiblity and the regular backpack might be less of a target for thiefs.