MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread

[mr.anthonyramos]

Has anyone tried the updated Vectros for the MacBook Pros?

I had one on my MBP Retina 15" and loved it!

https://www.thule.com/en-us/us/comp...thule-vectros-macbook-pro-bumper-15-_-3203576

 

[ilikewhey]

thanks mod!

 

[mr.anthonyramos]

my new mcm stark backpack, fits both 13inch 2015 and 15inch 2016

ok this site's image posting tools is clearly retarded. guess u guys have to take my word for it LOL

[MOD NOTE]
I fixed for you. The image was not working because the link you provided didn't end in a jpg

Never been a fan of branded bags especially MCM's branding but to each his own. I would buy the business bag though if the logos weren't everywhere on the bag.

 

[ilikewhey]

if i'm gonna spend that much on a bag it better be obvious, else i can easily buy a cheap non brand bag that looks the like the expensive one

 

[Quackington]

I have used Radtech sleeves for all of my wife and I's MacBooks and MacBook Pros for many years. I still use a variety of different cases and bags depending on what I am doing or where I am going, but the Radtech sleeve is a constant. All my Mac laptops are basically scratch free since they are always in the sleeve when not being used. I also recommend the Radtech ScreenSaverz to go between keyboard and screen. I usually order a matching set--Sleeve and Screensaver--with any new laptop. My current 12" MacBook lives in the Indigo blue sleeve with indigo screensavers.

Thanks for the reply. I think I'll go for Radtech again then. Shame I have to import it. The one retailer which used to sell it here no longer exists, I think.

 

[sky87]

Thanks for the reply. I think I'll go for Radtech again then. Shame I have to import it. The one retailer which used to sell it here no longer exists, I think.

I had to import mine too - but I signed up for an account with Radtech before ordering and they gave me a couple of coupons including 50% off international shipping which saved me a decent amount and let me go for a slightly more expensive shipping option. Just ordered it on Thursday and it will reach me on Monday according to FedEx...

 

[Quackington]

I had to import mine too - but I signed up for an account with Radtech before ordering and they gave me a couple of coupons including 50% off international shipping which saved me a decent amount and let me go for a slightly more expensive shipping option. Just ordered it on Thursday and it will reach me on Monday according to FedEx...

I didn't even know that they do international shipping. I normally just get things shipped to a friend in the States who then sends on to me.

 

[felixroqu3]

I bought this one per your recommendation and it's PERFECT! Since I put my mac in a messenger bag this one allows the computer to fit nicely. Thank you! I highly recommend this one too.

Glad I was able to help!

 

[deeddawg]

Anyone picked up the latest 15" MBP and can recommend a good sleeve?

Incase Icon sleeve. https://www.incase.com/devices/macb...leeve-with-diamond-ripstop-for-macbook-pro-15

No zippers. Excellent edge and corner protection, perfect for carrying in your existing backpack or messenger bag.

 

[czerney]

Incase Icon sleeve. https://www.incase.com/devices/macb...leeve-with-diamond-ripstop-for-macbook-pro-15

No zippers. Excellent edge and corner protection, perfect for carrying in your existing backpack or messenger bag.

I pulled the trigger on the https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B07B3PLVCP/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and it protects the mbp very well. My gripe though is every time I have to pull the corners over the edge of the laptop every time I put it in and it's a bit annoying.

This incase one though actually looks pretty good and I will save the link to it, for when I'm finally annoyed enough with this one

 

[maflynn]

I slapped a dbrand skin on the laptop to protect it, and I've been using an old WaterField Racer-X bag. The thing is over 6 years old and has held up strong, which is why I'm in no hurry to replace it.

 

[YatBob]

I pulled the trigger on the https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B07B3PLVCP/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and it protects the mbp very well. My gripe though is every time I have to pull the corners over the edge of the laptop every time I put it in and it's a bit annoying.

I order this case and I agree the flap became annoying very quick, after a few days I am returning it and looking for something else

 

[AdamA9]

Does anyone have a recommendation for a messenger/backpack that is slim and can fit a 13" MacBook Pro 2018 and a 12.0-inch iPad Pro?

I quite often move around with both devices and at the moment just chuck them in a backpack that isn't made for carrying either.

Thanks.

 

[maflynn]

Does anyone have a recommendation for a messenger/backpack that is slim and can fit a 13" MacBook Pro 2018 and a 12.0-inch iPad Pro?

187 pages, there may very well be one that fits.

While I haven't purchased it yet, this post about a Waterfield Zip Laptop Briefcase fits the bill. The medium sized model can hold a MBP and iPad

 

[AdamA9]

187 pages, there may very well be one that fits.

While I haven't purchased it yet, this post about a Waterfield Zip Laptop Briefcase fits the bill. The medium sized model can hold a MBP and iPad
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Thanks. Didn't really want to go through all the pages

 

[maflynn]

Thanks. Didn't really want to go through all the pages

lol, why not

 

[mark-in-mk]

Thanks. Didn't really want to go through all the pages

Take a look at Thisisground Mod Laptop. I use it for exactly what you are looking for. Awesome quality.

 

[maflynn]

Take a look at Thisisground Mod Laptop. I use it for exactly what you are looking for. Awesome quality.

Ouch, and I thought WaterField designs were pricey

 

[raab]

Damn, that's just as bad as MCM pricing

 

[unagimiyagi]

Hey guys, in 2018 is there a viable option, tested and vouched for by this community, for a hard shell sleeve for the MacBook Pro 13 and 15" 2018 models?

I'm thinking of something like the Thule gauntlet 3, but I keep hearing mixed reviews, as if it's not a custom fit for the MacBook pros and it slides around.

https://www.thule.com/en-us/us/comp...let-30-macbook-pro-sleeve-13-_-tl_85854236959

The reason soft neoprene sleeves don't work for me is b/c they do not alleviate pressure on the screen when in a backpack. You develop white spots over time, and keyboard mark indentations on the screen, both of which are not acceptable to me. So I'm looking for a rigid sleeve that isn't too bulky if possible. The new 2016 -2018 MacBooks are extremely susceptible to these problems due to the design and thinness of the lids. I did not complain about this with the prior generation as much, b/c I knew that I put too much pressure on the lids if I saw keyboard marks. But this is absolutely not true for the newer generation.

 

[M.Rizk]

Anyone found a clear hard plastic case that fits the new 15" MBPs? I have been searching for days but all I found had reviews with many complaining about them cracking from normal use. I used to have Speck cases on my 2012 MBP and they were really good but Speck has been out of stock for over a month now so I doubt they are making it anymore.

So far it seems like I will be going for a sleeve instead but this will only protect it when inside a bag or when I have the MBP shut down and not in sleep. (link: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/...1&fs=f=15_mbp_thdblt3_late2016&fh=4592%2B4804)

 

[MCFS]

New one I want - and it fits the 2017 15" MBP retina perfectly!

Hugo Boss

It is SO nice - now I just have to figure out how to justify the price!

Hey!

Did you buy this?

 

[bloodasp]

Does anyone here use a hard case like thkse from speck, mosiso or incase? Does it really scratch the mbp finish? I'm assuming that if I put a case on my mbp 15, it will no longer fit a sleeve should I want to put it in one.
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Anyone found a clear hard plastic case that fits the new 15" MBPs? I have been searching for days but all I found had reviews with many complaining about them cracking from normal use. I used to have Speck cases on my 2012 MBP and they were really good but Speck has been out of stock for over a month now so I doubt they are making it anymore.

So far it seems like I will be going for a sleeve instead but this will only protect it when inside a bag or when I have the MBP shut down and not in sleep. (link: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HLL22ZM/A/incase-15-icon-sleeve-with-woolenex-for-macbook-pro-thunderbolt-3-port-usb-c?fnode=d6d2617b4d0da63a8b9d2d1517d2236da2a41b91dc64cae623909b24905c6636576b997b3e651a91ac1e2b59950c98744aa35dff06f7e4fc58b4f5bf6105287747775aaa485c75d4711ad7e0e5acc406cd4bee92720bcd9a19cff213db1d248d20ce9e2c5cc983f4bfba6413dca79e81&fs=f=15_mbp_thdblt3_late2016&fh=4592%2B4804)

have you seen those from incase slim/festher or mosiso?

 

[M.Rizk]

Does anyone here use a hard case like thkse from speck, mosiso or incase? Does it really scratch the mbp finish? I'm assuming that if I put a case on my mbp 15, it will no longer fit a sleeve should I want to put it in one.
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have you seen those from incase slim/festher or mosiso?

Apple is selling the Incase hard shell and at least 3 so far gave it bad reviews on the online Apple Store. They are all complaining that it cracks for no apparent reason (no dropping, hitting, etc).

 

[bloodasp]

Anyone here who has the tomtoc 360 protrctive sleeve for mbp 2018 15? Seems to have good reviews but want to get any firsthand experience.