Originally Posted by
SpitFireVRR
I love the write up on this, do you have any first hand experience with them? I was also looking at Deuter, however non of their commuting packs with the rain covers seem to have a laptop compartment. I have been looking at the Chrome/Timbuk2 packs, but I don't think I'm hipster enough to pull of these packs, and I dislike the lack of organizing areas. I talked to a good friend and it appears I'll be carrying my 15" Macbook, a pen, pencil, notepad, and a calculator, plus a possible change of clothes.
As far as sizing is concerned; I'm 6'0, ~180, athletic build. Would you still recommend the smaller size? At the current moment, I am not sure if I can do the Osprey, since there is no indication of how large the laptop can be. If It can fit a 15", I'll more than likely go with this.
This pack is more than large enough for a 15" Macbook. You'll have room to spare. :-)
I do have first hand experience with this pack. It's big enough that I use it in the cooler months, when I tend to carry more stuff. I can fit my laptop, various electronics, a change of clothes, and a small lunch and breakfast inside.