SAHARA from Wenger Triple Gusset Computer Backpack

by Wenger

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 7.5 x 16 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007CIX1Y
• Item model number: WA-7402-14F00
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 8, 2005

Product Description

Wenger Computer Backpack: fits most 15"/15.4" widescreens; double padded computer pocket; shock absorbing shoulder straps; air flow back padding; essentials organizer; expanding files; dual handle system (carrying handle + trolley straps)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very well made and light with adequate storage, April 24, 2005

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Jason J. Mucio - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SAHARA from Wenger Triple Gusset Computer Backpack (Personal Computers)

I bought this bag recently for my Dell Inspiron 6000d, which has a 15.4" widescreen display. The computer fits very nicely in this bag, it's pretty much an exact fit, any bigger and it wouldn't work but this way it is snug and does not shift around. There's enough room in the same compartment that the computer sleeve is in for a couple books about two inches thick a piece but you can also fit smaller books in the middle pocket, which has dividers built in for folders, papers, or files. The front pocket has lots of smaller pockets inside for calculators, writing utensils, granola bars... It's actually got quite a few places to put things and is very well designed, there are some larger pockets in the main compartment as well. What I like most about it is that it's light and it keeps your laptop and the books (the heavier things) closer to your body which makes it easier on your back. Plus, it is not so huge like some other backpacks can be. All in all, it's a very nice pack.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!, August 16, 2006

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Jake McKee (Austin, TX, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: SAHARA from Wenger Triple Gusset Computer Backpack (Personal Computers)

I've been searching for a decent laptop backpack for a while. Here's the criteria that this one met and allowed me to stop searching:

- Plenty of space for stuff, without looking like the backpack is bursting at the seams (this thing can taken TONS of stuff without changing shape...TONS) You can fit this in the overhead without wondering if it'll fit just because you've put a bunch of stuff in it.

- A pocket config that allows for small stuff (keys, pills, pens) separate from a place for paperwork, etc. separate from the laptop area (including storage for the many cords and accessories I carry). This bag designs that perfectly.

- Comfy back and straps (this one has the added bonus of a back padding design that helps vent it when you're wearing it. No more sweaty back when huffing through an airport

- Small top pocket that holds quick access items like iPod, keys, sunglasses, etc.

- Solid top handle

- Water bottle pocket (This was actually a make or break feature for me ... I always have a bottle of water with me, and I like it to be cold - which means condensation. Do bag manufacturers who don't include this feature expect me to seriously throw my water bottle with with my laptop and hope for the best??)

The downsides to this bag are minimal:

- My 15" MacBook Pro fits fine, unless I'm using the protective neoprene sleeve... then it's tight. My previous Dell 15" fit perfectly fine, with room to spare. (The fact that I'm having fit problems is the reason this bag doesn't get a 5 star rating)

- The side pouch that isn't the water bottle holder is largely wasted because of the design

- Removable phone case is worthless - too small and doesn't attach very well (so it swings around)

All in all, I'm VERY pleased and have been recommending to friends and co-workers regularly.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Doesn't fit all 15.4" widescreens, May 20, 2006

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D. Deason (Memphis, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: SAHARA from Wenger Triple Gusset Computer Backpack (Personal Computers)

I recently bought a Dell Latitude D820 with a 15.4" widescreen and wanted to get a backpack style computer case. I needed one that looked business like and most of the backpack styles don't look very business like, but the Sahara does and is a very nice backpack with plenty of storage space. It is also sturdy and stands up on its own so you don't have to worry about it tipping over all the time.

Since the tags said it would fit most 15.4" widescreens I bought without trying out my laptop first. When I eventually did put my laptop in the bag I discovered that it was too big and I had to pry the backpack up over the end of the laptop to get it to fit, which seemed to put too much pressure on the laptop case.

If the backpack was just a little taller, it would be perfect.