Rating : - Now my Gateway laptop loves me just a little bit better...
Since the minute that I decided I wanted to be a screenwriter, I've carried my laptop with me almost everywhere: to the office, on trips, you name it. I've gone through three laptops in the last five years, and it seems like I've burnt through at least ten bags.

I've had my Targus CityGear for almost a year now, and it's weathered so well, it almost looks brand new. The strap - usually the first thing to go on my bags - is comfortably padded and still as sturdy as the day I clipped it on. The bag itself is comfy to carry, roomy, and light (about 3 or 4 lbs. empty), until you start adding equipment, books and the usual filler. There's plenty of space for all that as well - there's probably enough room in the three major compartments that you could even pack a change of clothes and toiletries, and still have room for all of your other gear.

The removeable cell phone case is a nice touch, but has a tendency to get tangled with the shoulder strap because of the position it's mounted. The bag itself doesn't open up to use as a desktop, and the pockets are not exactly cord-friendly. But those are small gripes. Most importantly to me, my computer fits snugly and safely in the middle of the pack, with thick enough padding to keep my precious safe from all the bashing around I tend to give it.

All in all, a pretty nice computer case for a pretty decent price. It won't dazzle the neighbors or co-workers like an expensive leather case, but who cares? For practical purposes, this version of the Targus CityGear fits my needs to a T.