The only thing I don't like about using the WF as a briefcase is the single handle on the top. I wish it had the dual padded handles like the Empire Builder or Tristar. I usually would carry a laptop...

I have both. I use the BB the most. The best thing about the BB is that you can cinch down the sides. If it's just carrying a laptop, you can really squish the bag down and have a slim profile. The...

The brain bag is my most abused TB bag. It's truly a workhorse. It'll be perfect for travel with heavy equipment plus extras.

I have a linen bag and it does get dirty. I usually throw mine around I. The car and it tends to pick up dirt. There's a small stain that I haven't bothered to get out yet. Black will also pick up...

They are available and ready to ship. I saw it on TB's twitter feed on Friday. Just made an order for one of each. :D

My only reget for getting steel is that it can got some dirty stains on it from checking it in one time. I cant seem to get the stain out. I'm sure I could get it out with enough effort, but it made...

I usually take a brain bag and aeronaut for international travel. Last time, the BB carried 2 laptops in the back and a dslr with 2 lenses in the front (detached). I think the BB is a bit big for a...

I have the one without backpack straps. :)

I have a western flyer and I use a size one brain cell in it.
The only thing you'll "lose" is the floating case when attached.
I can line up and close the clips no problem. The WF +brain cell is...

I gave it some thought... 20" is pretty long! The SA is 18.5" and the BB is 18". A 20" is going to be enormous!

I'm patiently waiting to order.... :)

The SA is the same size as the WF in terms of capacity! If you can imagine carrying 2 WF, you should have a good idea how much extra space you'd have.

I was trying to do some research on BAD bags, and was looking for the "largest maximum carry on size." Low and behold, the Aeronaut popped up. The bag's dimensions were exactly the maximum size that...

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I see the dyneema option for the smart alec. Is the entire bag not dyneema? Is it just replacing the area where the ballistic fabric is?

Well, I guess I'll be checking the order screen every few hours. This is great news!

I don't trust them to handle the bag(s) with care...
Isn't that one of the main reason why most of us go for carry on bags? :)

What if they said it was MORE expensive? Would you still feel the same and suggest they should raise their prices? :)

What would be the different ways you could "destroy" a dyneema bag? Constantly dragging it and/or carrying sharp objects? I have been using the shop bag and feel like I've really abused it (and...

I'm thrilled to finally get my hands on a Western Flyer! With the WF, I can use it as a briefcase, gym bag, laptop bag (it fits a size 1 brain cell btw), and travel bag. I have an Aeronaut, but...

Sure thing. :)
I hope this helps!

I'm a frequent user of the large shop bag for hauling my kids' stuff around to the pool, ice rink, etc. I don't know if the bag is suppose to be used over the shoulder, but I end up doing it anyway....

My concern would be with corrupt TSA employees. I'm pretty sure laptops would be OK in suitcases if packed properly...

I have all 3 backpacks. I would not recommend the Smart Alec for a book bag. The bag is pretty tall, but unless you stack your books on its sides, you won't really be maximizing all of the space. ...

I was a bit shocked to read that it will fit in the Brain Bag. I'm very excited for this thing. I always dread traveling with a DSLR and a laptop. I hope there isn't going to be a week 3 of...

I used a brain bag to carry the following on a recent trip overseas:

1 x 15" laptop
1 x ipad
1 x canon 5d
3 x canon lenses (135, 35, 50mm)
1 x kindle
+ more junk

The camera was in the...