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Eagle Creek Convertabrief

Eagle Creek Convertabrief – The new briefcase.

In the market for a new laptop case, but don’t want one that looks like the one your dad takes to corporate job? Or maybe you just need one that’s a little more tough and a little more suited to travel. Then you will want to take a look at the Eagle Creek Convertabrief. It has all the basic features you would expect to find in a shoulder style laptop case and even a few you wouldn’t. Of course it goes without saying that since the Eagle Creek Convertabrief is made by Eagle Creek, you know it is travel tough.

Eagle Creek has a habit of creating awesome travel gear and the Eagle Creek Convertabrief is no exception. If you work from your computer while you travel or just have the need for a bag to house your mobile office, the Eagle Creek Convertabrief is it. The main compartment is big enough to house a 17 inch laptop, but snug enough to hold a smaller size without it sliding around in transit.

Twp features the travelers are sure to appreciate are the hidden security pocket and the back slip panel. The back slip panel allows you to easily slide the Eagle Creek Convertabrief onto your rolling carry on telescoping handle for easy and secure transportation through the airport. The hidden security pocket is fleeced lined which makes it idea for small electronics and other important valuables.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
Amazon.com: $124

Why they rock:

  • Concealable and padded backpack straps make the cross town trek simple and comfortable
  • Dual tote handles tuck away when not in use; padded shoulder strap is removable and adjustable
  • Main compartment features a suspended and padded laptop nest to protect 12 to 17 in. laptop computers
  • Organization panel stows a cell phone, pens and sunglasses
  • Front zippered pocket keeps tickets, boarding passes, itinerary and other essentials within reach
  • Interior zippered pocket secures keys and other valuables
  • Concealed, fleece-lined security pocket stows expensive gadgets
  • Back slip panel lets you stack bag on top of wheeled luggage
  • Constructed of heavy-duty Helix nylon with ripstop and ballistic reinforcement

Seat-of-the-pants rating: 8 out of 10

At first glance the Eagle Creek Convertabrief may seem a bit expensive. But if you have ever spent any amount of time working abroad in places like Costa Rica or Brazil, you can appreciate a laptop bag that is designed to handle the rigors of exotic travel.

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Amazon.com: $124