Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag

Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag – 17in screen friendly.

Thanks to Apple there are more and more laptop bags on the market that are made to fit laptops with 17 inch screens. The Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag is a cool choice for the die hard Osprey customer or those just looking for a really cool laptop case. The Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag sports all the must haves for a laptop case and then some.

The Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag is properly named the ‘ReSource” because almost the entire laptop case is made of recycled materials. The pack uses recycled PET fabric, recycled webbing, and recycled buckles. Another unique feature of the Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag is a waist stabilizer strap.

The waist stabilizer strap on the Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag is a cool feature. Its perfect for keeping the bag in place while on a bike, running across campus for class, or just to keep it from bouncing around while you walk. All the other essentials are here too. There is a padded laptop sleeve, several slip in pockets, mesh pockets, and zipper pockets.

The quick & dirty:

Where you can get one:
Amazon: $99

Why they rock:

Slip pocket on sleeve organizes your files; zippered mesh pocket stows computer peripherals
Two front zippered pockets provide organization for business cards, credit cards, pens/pencils, a PDA and other daily essentials
Zippered top pocket keeps sunglasses, car keys and important documents easily accessible
Main flap secures closed with rip-and-stick closure and two low-profile buckles
Two end mesh pockets hold water bottles; back panel slip pocket is sized for magazines, files and newspapers
Padded single shoulder strap adjusts quickly with a flip-up buckle; waist stabilizer strap is removable and keeps the bag in place while on the go
On-strap cell phone holder with rip-and-stick closure keeps your phone easily accessible

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

If you use your laptop case as much as you use your laptop, then you want a bag that can handle it all. The Osprey ReSource Elroy Messenger Bag has enough pockets for everything you could possible need and is built to handle the wear and tear of the active computer user.

Looking to buy? Check out these sites:
Amazon: $99