Tank bag recommendation

[CruiserGoneSport]

Hi all!

I'm looking for a tank bag to carry my laptop and some rain gear, maybe spare shoes.

Compact is preferred, inexpensive too but I want it to last and not be a pain in the backside.

What works for you?

Thanks in advance.

Jim.

[Acadian1974]

That's complex one. Depends on many variables... size of laptop, mounting preferences etc. Twisted Throttle has a decent selection of Motech stuff, quick lock and standard magnetic/strap mount. The big considerations will be size. I opted for the Nelson Rigg strap mount bags as they were the only one's I could find that would comfortably hold my laptop. The quick lock systems are appealing for the ease of use (and the fact that the bags does not contact the tank surface), but the size was too small for my laptop.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/

[CruiserGoneSport]

Thanks!

My current (hoping for an upgrade) laptop is 14.1 X 10 inches, I also carry the power adapter and a usb mouse as well.

I've been using a backpack but it's getting a but ragged, is no waterproof, and can be hot to wear.

I was hoping other regular commuters might have found a good workable solution for less than the price of designer purses....

Anyone else?

[CruiserGoneSport]

I found this: anyone own one?

http://www.snowcity.com/eshopprod_ca...e_Tank_Bag.htm

[WebControl]

I found this: anyone own one?

http://www.snowcity.com/eshopprod_ca...e_Tank_Bag.htm

high-strength magnets will most probable affect your laptop's HDD life

[CruiserGoneSport]

Good point but, I'd assumed the magnets were for attaching the straps and would therefore not be in close proximity to the laptop.
Is this not the case?

[afelotreyu]

Oxford bags are awesome but a bit $$. they have expandable zippers, and weather protection for rainy days.

I have not seen any tank bags for like a 15"/17" inch laptop size.

What about a Tail bag?

[WebControl]

Good point but, I'd assumed the magnets were for attaching the straps and would therefore not be in close proximity to the laptop.
Is this not the case?

I have an Icon tank bag, but I never carry my laptop in it - the magnets are very strong and accidentally can damage my laptop.
When I need to carry the laptop I use a backpack (not the perfect solution for hot summer days - the laptops straps cover shoulder ventilation on my jacket)

[CruiserGoneSport]

Exactly why I don't want to buy another ( replacement ) backpack.

Tail bag maybe but, I had a bad experience with one in the past ... I arrived but it didn't .

[afelotreyu]

what is your lapto size?

Edit: And brand?

[WebControl]

high-strength magnets will most probable affect your laptop's HDD life

another option would be to replace the laptop with an abacus - no damage from magnets

[afelotreyu]

another option would be to replace the laptop with an abacus - no damage from magnets

^+1 cheaper too!

[oren102]

another option would be to replace the laptop with an abacus - no damage from magnets

+1

I personally love my AXIO Tank bag. I would never carry my laptop in it tho. I use the AXIO hardpack for that.

[CruiserGoneSport]

what is your lapto size?

Edit: And brand?

Lenovo T61P - 14.1 X 10 inches

[bboySushi]

I wouldn't get a tank bag for a laptop. The magnets are VERY strong for one. Second, depending on the riding position on the bike you're using it on, it may get in the way.

What brand tail bag did you have by the way??

[pyro_]

I carry my work laptop in an axio tank bag been doing that for a while and no adverse effects to the laptop

[CruiserGoneSport]

...
What brand tail bag did you have by the way??

Many moons ago, sorry don't recall, probably something I picked up at Canadian Tire....

[CruiserGoneSport]

I carry my work laptop in an axio tank bag been doing that for a while and no adverse effects to the laptop

Thanks, do happen to recall the model?

[matthew]

I use this tank bag that I purchased from McBrides, so that's a good indication of how old it is and it still looks brand new, even after heavy use.

http://www.frank-thomas.co.uk/index....nce-t-bag.html

[CruiserGoneSport]

Thanks!

Please keep them coming, I'm picking up parts this Saturday so I'll be shopping for one then...