Week of 14 February, 2010 - 01:00 to 21 February, 2010 - 00:59

$2 for two stickers (includes shipping.)

Features the same Matterhorn artwork as our Luggage Tag.

Available for order here. Ships within one business day.

"The Tom Bihn Checkpoint Flyer bag is designed specifically to get your MacBook through an airport security screening.

No more pulling out your MacBook and putting it in a plastic bin. With the Checkpoint Flyer, you can leave your MacBook inside the bag and breeze through the X-ray machine."

Read the full review @ Cult of Mac.

"Here are a couple of shots of my Synapse on a recent day hike in the mountains of Northern California. It was my first time hiking with it and it performed very well. It was light, and moved well, even while I was scrambling and jumping from rock to rock. I was very excited to be able to use my 2 liter water bag in the back pocket... though it had to be somewhat underfilled (the drinking tube is visible in the picture). Overall, I couldn't be happier. The synapse has made for an excellent every day bag. I love the compartmentalization that means there is room in the smaller pockets even when the main compartment. and is proving itself as adept on the trail (even for a reasonably long day hike)... and the ability to use a water pouch effectively is great. "

See larger versions of Loki's photos in the TOM BIHN Forums.

We've added eight new pictures of the Zephyr briefcase to its page. And more are on the way - stay tuned!

"I never in a million years imagined myself to be traveling with a laptop, but received one as a gift this past Christmas. I had some trips planned and found that I would need to bring my computer to New Zealand, Australia, New York and Nevada. The Checkpoint Flyer is fabulous!! It's a breeze to get through both domestic and international security. In fact, the security personnel at Auckland International Airport asked where I purchased such a "brilliantly designed" bag. My only regret is that I failed to order a shoulder strap for it, which I will be doing soon. The bag is perfect! I have even been using it when I bring my laptop to work. Thank you for designing such a functional bag...a very thoughtful creation!"

Cheers!"

- Amy.

When we asked Amy if we could post her feedback on our blog, she replied:
"I just returned from another trip and the bag worked out great again! I can't believe how hassle-free and efficient it is for me to travel with my laptop; my husband, who was behind me in security, was hassled about his laptop and had to take it out of the bag he was using for inspection!"

The Small Cafe Bag is now in-stock and shipping - in 13 color combinations.

The Aeronaut is now shipping in all colors except Crimson/Steel, which is expected to ship by this Friday, February 19th.

The Size 4Z Horizontal Cache is now shipping.

"I like this little organizer a lot, and will probably order one or two more. For the price, the quality, and the fun they are well worth it."

Read the full review - featuring more photos - at Pocket Blonde. Or, see the Clear Organizer Pouch.

Over the next year, we'll be sharing with you the reasons we choose to ship via UPS (United Parcel Service).

Via UPS.com -

UPS learned through time studies that avoiding left-hand turns saves time, conserves fuel, lowers emissions and increases safety. UPS managers used to plan routes by hand on maps while driving to destinations. They then experimented with the routes, eliminating left-hand turns to see if it led to increased efficiency. It worked. For the past several decades, UPS has designed routes in a series of loops with as few left-hand turns as possible.

Since the deployment of this route planning technology in 2004, UPS has eliminated millions of miles off delivery routes, taking already-expedient routes and giving them razor edge efficiency.

As a result, UPS:

Saved 10 million gallons of gas

Reduced CO2 emissions by 100,000 metric tons, equivalent to 5,300 passenger cars off the road for an entire year.

Posted by nedk in the TOM BIHN Forums and featuring the Synapse and the North Face of the Eiger. See an additional picture by visiting the forums.