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Checkpoint-Friendly Air Traveler Backpack for 16 Inch

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Traveler Backpack Features

Style: Traveler Backpack for 15.8 Inch

• Checkpoint-Friendly Patent-pending split design separates laptop from accessories, to allow clear x-ray scanning
• Protection Designed to protect up to 15.8" widescreen laptops
• Organization File compartment, mobile phone pocket, small quick-access front pocket, two water-bottle holders, multiple accessory pockets
• Constructed of durable polyester material
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

The Targus Zip-Thru Air Traveler Backpack is designed to help clear airport security without removing your laptop from your case. The results are: Quicker airport processing, Reduced risk of laptop loss, theft, or damage, Greater privacy and security. The backpack fits laptops with up to 15.8" screens and splits down the middle, isolating the laptop on one side to allow for clear x-ray scanning. The Zip-Thru Air Traveler is lightweight and includes a leather wrapped carry handle, 3D mesh padded back panel for added support and padded ergonomic shoulder straps for comfort and equal weight distribution. The backpack also includes a spacious file compartment, small zip pocket for keys or other quickaccess items, two water-bottle pockets and a number of accessory compartments. Both lightweight and durable, the Zip-Thru backpack helps to simplify air travel while featuring plenty of storage space.

#1 Laptop Air Traveler Backpack - Amazing

By J. Edwards "W" (South Carolina)
The Targus Checkpoint Friendly Air Traveler is the best laptop/travel backpack out there. I've used mine on domestic and international air travel for over three years now and it has performed amazingly. It has endured Asia and the Middle East to include war zones with toughness. Since I purchased the backpack in 2009, I have not had any quality problems--no broken zippers, tears, stains, etc. Yet the best part of the backpack resides in its uber-utilitarian design.
- Perfect size for my 15.4 laptop with some room. A 16 inch will also fit fine. The padding and the velcro lock strap inside the laptop compartment keeps the laptop secured. If you don't carry a laptop, you can easily get an Ipad/tablet in the compartment plus room to store a fleece jacket or pair of jeans.
- The checkpoint friendly feature does make security a breeze. Note a previous reviewer's tip to put your tolietries in this section, as that is what I figured out after a few uses. It's also a good place to hold magazines/newspapers.
- The main compartment has a divider and small internal pocket for little items such as an mp3 player, batteries, alarm clock, ear plugs, or a small headset. I use mine to store a book, a folder and my headset. There's rooms to spare
- Inbetween the main and front compartment is a little zipper area that can carry coins, pens, etc. I use it to shove my travel reciepts in, as well as carry coins and my car keys.
- The front compartment is great for everything else you need to carry. I have pens, highlighters, a small flashlight, ID cards, other cards, aspirin, flash drives, passport, etc. See the pictures for all the little compartments--open and zippered in this section.
- The side compartments are great for carrying a small umbrella and a water bottle. For a water bottle, I recommend you get a cap neck holder lock from American Touristor, which will keep the bottle from falling out. You can get a 16 oz bottle max in this open mesh side compartment.
- The padded shoulder straps are great! I've used mine on long distance walks through the terminal or further--up to about 2 miles. There is also a luggage attachment sleeve or open pocket, which permits you to attach it to a rolling carry-on, which is what I do. It is sturdy and strong. A definate must have for air travel.
I can't think of any cons, other than maybe a smaller side compartment dedicated to a cell phone or keys would be great, but that is perfection, which is 5 plus stars. In my opinion this is the best bag due to its functionality and ruggedness. Additionally, the current price is a bargain--$29. I originally bought one, liked it so much, I bought another one for the future, then purchased another one today as a gift. A great product!