Booq Vyper exo Laptop Bag Review
Back in March I sold my G5 tower in favor of the mobile life and have been using a 17″ MacBook Pro since then.
There are a plethora of bags/totes/backpacks/etc for traveling with your laptop so there was a pretty big sea of things to chose from. I’ve tried a few different bags over the past few months a must say that the bag I use now is by far my favorite.
Booq is know for their durable and sleek bags. Almost all of their bags are made out of ballistic nylon, waterproof zippers, and a hard shell with seatbelt nylon straps. These things are seriously heavy duty. I was particularly attracted to their Vyper exo line which is large enough to carry some extras with you but not so bulky that it looks like you’re carrying around a duffle bag.
Their Vyper exo line is also their first product to make use of their new Terralinq feature. Each booq bag comes with a unique ID number etched in metal and attached to your bag so that if you loose your bag (and laptop), the person who finds it just goes to the booq site and reports the bag with the unique ID. You’d then hopefully get your precious cargo back.
I lugged around my 17″ MackBook Pro all over the country in both cars and planes and must say it easily withstood the beating. It fit perfectly in under-seat airplane storage while still holding all the random extras I was carrying with my laptop.
The only thing I might change is to lower the number of extra pockets and storage areas. It seems a tad overkill to me but I’m sure others could easily put them to use.
The price tag on a Vyper exo XL (the largest size) is $195. The price can give a little bit of sticker-shock, but these really are top of the line bags that you’ll get years of use out of. 10 out 10 stars…easily.
Matt Radel on August 31st, 2007 at 11:52 am
That’s pretty cool. I’ve been rockin’ this guy since I got my mbp. I love it.
Galley on September 1st, 2007 at 3:07 am
I use a WaterField Designs VertiGo with an iPod Gear Pouch for accessories.
http://www.sfbags.com/
tycho on September 2nd, 2007 at 5:53 am
I bought a Brenthaven backpack at the same time as my MBP17. It may not be pretty, but it’s very tough, very well padded, and worth every penny. It’s also better looking in real life…
5cents on September 3rd, 2007 at 5:33 pm
I’ve got myself a Vyper Exo M that I’ve been using for about six months. I love it as do others who have seen me with it. The only thing I’d change is pocket location. The pockets on the same face as the pen holders seem useless to me as any substantial item placed in them interferes with closing the case. Still, the thing is amazing and tough. Replaced my messenger bag to become by go-bag.
nikki chu on October 1st, 2007 at 1:18 am
check out http://www.nikkichubags.com
for designer leather laptop totes.
minikperi on December 12th, 2007 at 6:50 pm
I bought a Brenthaven backpack at the same time as my MBP17. It may not be pretty, but it’s very tough, very well padded, and worth every penny. It’s also better looking in real life…
Courtland Santos on February 29th, 2008 at 12:21 pm
I like your information, very informative! I can sure use your help.
nickatnite on April 28th, 2008 at 10:43 am
Waterfield Designs http://www.sfbags.com
The Best of the Best.
MattDD22192 on November 1st, 2008 at 1:03 pm
I’ve had my Booq now for 2 months, its the best bag I’ve had to date. Exceptional construction, good looks, and WOW tons of room.
Lenovo notebooks & laptops on November 3rd, 2008 at 7:04 pm
agreed tons of room and lasts well
laptops and notebooks on November 4th, 2008 at 5:19 am
nice review thank you for sharing
Jack on November 21st, 2008 at 9:21 pm
check more high quality laptop bags, please go to http://www.beyondpack.com