MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread

[yaymath]

So, what's the best sleeve for a 15" rMPB? After reading this thread, it seems like Booq Mamba sleeve is the best one available and Incase (including the slim one) are not tight enough. Is it still true? It it worth spending $40 on Booq compared to about $15 on Incase (eBay)? Also, those of you who've had Booq Mamba for a while, does the zipper really scratch corners?

 

[mrmarts]

Hey Guys

I am looking to get the new 13" MacBook retina, I am wondering with the recent changes to its form factor will covers from the previous gen retina fit the new model?

 

[Dyce]

Does anyone know any websites/stores that sell red skin cases ? I've got Speck marked down, just seeing if there's any where else.

 

[Itskorbitch!]

I just bought the: Brenthaven 13" Collins Sleeve
It should arrive the 28th, disappointing cause the mac gets here the 25th all the way from shanghai. but whatever. Ill make sure to post pictures when I get it

http://store.apple.com/us/product/HC003ZM/A/brenthaven-13-collins-sleeve?fnode=50

 

[No-Me]

I just received a smooth leather sleeve from Joli Originals for my retina MacBook Pro, it's a bit expensive but it looks and feels amazing. It is a bit awkward at first to get a MacBook in and out of a sleeve but it fits perfectly.

Decided to also get one of the smooth ones for my new MacBook Pro that's hopefully going to be delivered tomorrow! Still doubting about the colour though, I like the brown/aqua, but I also like the grey/red.

 

[nosetrick]

Just threw away an order on this baby from Santi Leather on Etsy.

 

[hardy1]

Any new speck cases for rmbp 13 om the Market?

 

[Formativeyears]

I just ordered a sleeve from Rickshaw Bags: http://www.rickshawbags.com/laptop-ipad-sleeves/macbook-air-sleeves.html#sleeve-for-macbook-air-13.

I actually ordered the 13" Macbook Air sleeve for my new 13" rMBP (someone in the comments said it fit just fine) since I like the design better than the sleeve they make for the rMBP.

Use code: RADDADBAGS for 10% off!

 

[wingnut8]

I ordered this in the plaid because it was on sale for half off.


www.rei.com/product/834428/timbuk2-showdown-daypack

 

[Jg220]

How long do the picaso lab sleeves usually take to ship?

 

[qujiangyin]

highly recommend!

I just brought the Côte&Ciel 15" Zip Sleeve for MacBook Pro from apple store, and it fit the 15" retina perfectly!

 

[Zephyer]

Any water resistant (of some sort) backpack recommendation for a collage student for 13" rMBP?

 

[shiva31]

I'm considering buying this one for my new 13". Does anyone has it or know whether it's good quality ?

http://www.webstore.thepropertyof.com/collections/day-tote/products/tommy-flight-bag#.UmmjFVy0PyY

 

[acebot]

Is this a typo? I'm looking into getting a hardcase for my new late '13 retina. It says it fits the newest version, but it also says it fits the old '13 retina's. How is that possible? Am I crazy or.....?

http://www.amazon.com/Kuzy-13-Inch-...e=UTF8&qid=1382655844&sr=8-2&keywords=kuzy+13

Thanks in advance for your input.

 

[Blue Sun]

Anyone know of a good sleeve for the 15" rMBP that does NOT have any zips? I got the InCase Neoprene sleeve yesterday but I can hear it scrape on the zips as I slide the machine in.

 

[dyzfnctional]

cases from speck and others for the 13" rmbp fits the new 13" rmbp? please let me know, going to pick one up later today.

 

[kshen1]

cases from speck and others for the 13" rmbp fits the new 13" rmbp? please let me know, going to pick one up later today.

No.

 

[trekky1700]

I picked up a black leather sleeve from Targus which seems really nice, and it was only $17.
http://www.targus.com/uk/product_details.asp?sku=TES606EU

 

[Watabou]

Anyone going with a hard shell case with their new Haswell MBPs? Starting to look at those again. Speck cases have the worst reviews and people are complaining that their laptops are now badly scratched up because of the Speck case and that the clips break off after a few weeks of usage.

I found Moshi has pretty good reviews but it is a bit expensive though.

I just don't want any scratches on mine. I already have a Waterfield case that I will use:

 

[Zephyer]

Anyone going with a hard shell case with their new Haswell MBPs? Starting to look at those again. Speck cases have the worst reviews and people are complaining that their laptops are now badly scratched up because of the Speck case and that the clips break off after a few weeks of usage.

I found Moshi has pretty good reviews but it is a bit expensive though.

I just don't want any scratches on mine. I already have a Waterfield case that I will use:

personally, i deeply considered a case (moshi), but then i realised - heck, i spend good $$ on this, and its gonna be only few years - i should enjoy this as it was intended to. think about it!

(i talk about those plastic shells. a carrying sleeve - ofcourse!)

 

[dyzfnctional]

so does anyone make cases for the newest rmbp 13 yet? Just picked up mines tonight at BB and want to protect it.

 

[Domdog31]

personally, i deeply considered a case (moshi), but then i realised - heck, i spend good $$ on this, and its gonna be only few years - i should enjoy this as it was intended to. think about it!

(i talk about those plastic shells. a carrying sleeve - ofcourse!)

Same here. Those plastic cases are fugly - akin to screen protectors on an iphone.

I however have a few sleeves for diff occasions. One for rugged transport and one for around the house. The naked laptop is a joy to handle and view.

 

[LC155]

What do people think about the Brenthaven collins carrying satchel?

http://store.apple.com/uk/product/HA677VC/A/brenthaven-15-collins-sleeve-plus?fnode=50

They do a bigger model that'd offer more protection, but how are they rated for protecting the Macbook here?

 

[Flomer]

Sleeves/Cases for new rMBP

Hello all,

I received my rMBP yesterday and it just hit me I need to get a sleeve/case. But will the current sleeves/cases fit the new rMBP?

I was thinking of getting this one: http://www.hardgraft.com/collections/all/products/xii-macbook-heritage

 

[robvas]

It's like 2mm thinner why wouldn't it fit? I used 13" Pro and 13" Air cases for my rMPB