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The Tri-Star Proves its Worth in the Overhead Compartment

TOM BIHN Tri-Star

"The Tri-Star also proved it's worth this weekend... coming up to Seattle the flight was packed and the overhead bins stuffed. Many folks had to check their carry on bags after getting on. I was told I had to check mine, but I was able to fit it in between two large wheeled space hogs effortlessly. The picture doesn't do justice the poetry and satisfaction of the moment. Though I didn't get a picture of it, the Synapse was nestled comfortable under the seat... it makes a great personal item since it's so easy to find what I want."

Posted by Loki in the TOM BIHN Forums.
darcy | 11 March 2010 3:06 pm | |  

"Seriously excellent product."

TOM BIHN Brain Bag Review
"I was noticing the other day that my Tom Bihn backpack [Brain Bag] is still pretty much as good as new. I cannot find any way in which it is not in the same condition as the day I bought it. Seriously. I blogged about it when I got it two and a half years ago, and I’m happy to report that reports of their excellent durability are true. I use it every day, take it every where, shove it in my trunk every day on the way to and from work, and it appears to me to be as good as the day I bought it. I am not kidding — this thing is in tip-top shape. I can’t recommend them enough. Seriously excellent product."

Read the full review @ Nick Hodges blog.
darcy | 9 March 2010 3:10 pm | |  

In stock: Brain Bag in Universal Camouflage

In stock: Snake Charmer, Guardian Light (White)

The Snake Charmer is now shipping in all colors - Black, Olive, and Cayenne.

The Guardian Dual-Function Light is ready to ship in both White and Red.
The Snake Charmer and Guardian Dual-Function Light by TOM BIHN inspected by two birds
darcy | 9 March 2010 2:05 pm | |  

gmich: Brain Bag Goes To Class (Review, Packing List, Photo)

Below is a review of the Brain Bag posted by gmich in the TOM BIHN Forums. His packing list is especially useful in visualizing just how much the Brain Bag can carry:

As a professor of education, I often have a lot to carry to my classes. But no matter how much I have to bring with me, I really try to avoid carrying more than one bag. And that's where the Brain Bag comes in.

Last week I had it stuffed to the gills (though I could have squeezed in more if I'd had to:). The photo above shows it loaded down with:

  • 11" Acer netbook in a horizontal Brain Cell
  • Archos 5 Android 5" internet tablet in a TB small padded organizer pouch
  • 3 thick 8x11 textbooks
  • 1 thick 7x10 textbook
  • 1 file folder full of 30 laminated 8x10 photographs
  • Freudian slip containing:
  • --3 plastic file folders full of papers/assignments/student work
    --2 Moleskine notebooks (one large, one small)
    --3 magazines
    --iPod and earbuds
    --Sprint Mifi
    --2 DVDs
  • 2 hardcover children's picture books
  • 1 VHS tape (yep -- still use them occasionally)
  • 2 stacks of index cards
  • several pens, highlighters
  • 2 flash drives
  • stack of business cards
  • It was heavy, but not bad considering all that was in there. And the best thing about it is that, with the two large main compartments, it's so flexible. You can configure it to carry a change of clothes, two laptops, groceries -- just about anything.
    The Brain Bag Backpack by TOM BIHN goes to class
    darcy | 8 March 2010 4:01 pm | |  

    Flickr: Smart Alec Bag Inspectors

    TwinCitiesGal Review: The Brain Bag

    The Imago Messenger Bag by TOM BIHN

    "For years I’ve been crazy about luggage. But my biggest issue has been trying to find a decent laptop carry-on bag. I’ve struggled with various makes and models and have encountered the same problem with each bag or backpack – the ones I’ve been using just aren’t roomy enough.

    However, all of that changed when I received my Brain Bag from Tom Bihn — the official luggage of The Vacation Gals. When my family traveled to Orlando last month I had the opportunity to test this backpack. The Brain Bag and my Tom Bihn Imago messenger bag (used as my purse) were our only carry-on items. And they worked out perfectly. Here are the reasons I haven’t been able to stop raving about this work-of-art laptop bag."

    Read the full review: Perfect Carry On Laptop Backpack: Tom Bihn Brain Bag
    darcy | 8 March 2010 2:42 pm | |  

    In stock: Packing Cube Shoulder Bag, Swift

    The Packing Cube Shoulder Bag in Steel and the Swift in all colors are back in-stock and ship within one business day - thanks to our amazing Seattle factory crew!
    darcy | 5 March 2010 1:15 pm | |  

    Seattle Store Open Saturday 12-4

    Our Seattle Retail Store/Factory Showroom is open tomorrow (Saturday, March 6th) from 12:00pm - 4:00pm. See you there! Note: we'll also be open an additional day in March: Wednesday the 24th from 11:00am - 3:00pm.
    darcy | 5 March 2010 12:28 pm | |  

    In stock: Aeronaut Packing Cubes, 3D Clear Organizer Cube

    The Aeronaut Packing Cubes and the 3D Clear Organizer Cube are back in-stock and ship within one business day.
    darcy | 5 March 2010 11:06 am | |  
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