Brookstone XpressCheck 21 inch Ballistic Computer Carry-on review

May 20, 2009 by Johan van Mierlo  
Filed under Travel Gear

On our current travels we love to go light weight. Most of us in the Mobility Minded world like to travel with only carry on luggage. Everyone has their favorite laptop bag and carry-on. The maximum size these days is 22″ to bring on the airplane and we all want to use that maximum allotted space. Brookstone’s XpressCheck 21″ Ballistic Computer Carry-on might for fill your need of an one piece luggage that will have a removable laptop bag in it.

Actually you have the option of just using the separate laptop bag and have extra space left over in the bag for other clothing or shoes. I will traveling with this case soon and will give you all more impressions. So far it looks like this is going to be a great Carry-On.

UPDATE:

I used this bag now for a couple of trips. Space is more than enough. Especially when you are using the laptop bag seperate from the caryy on. This will allow a lot of extra space for you to travel with. The handles and the wheels are great on this bag. The extra stand on the bottom of this bag will prevent the bag from tipping over.

Two thing to keep in mind with this carry-on:
- When you travel with the laptop bag inside the carry-on and you have to remove it to go into the plane because of  the small overhead bins. Keep in mind that carry-on can get crushed due to a big empty space while they store the bag in the bottom of the plane.
- When leaving the laptop bag in the separate compartment while it will be stored on the bottom of the small airplanes you need to lock that compartment. However this compartment has not the interlocking zippers for the purpose of  use a a lock. The main compartment is the only compartment which has the interlocking zippers to allow you to add a lock.

The price is a little steep at $199.95, but for frequent travel and the quality it  is worth it.

See below for the specifications and some pictures of the Brookstone’s XpressCheck 21″ Ballistic Computer Carry on.

Padded computer section secures your laptop
The padded, interior computer section securely holds a 15.4” laptop.

Perfect for short business trips
Our computer traveler with removable laptop bag holds enough clothing for short business trips and long weekends, plus all your business essentials.

Plenty of pockets
Inside, you’ll find a zip-down business organizer, fan file and snap-out toiletry kit.

Flight legal
Meets most airline carry-on requirements.

XpressCheck®—a better way to clear airport security
Discover the smart traveler’s alternative to plastic security baskets and fumbling with loose items. Every bag in our collection is outfitted with a quick-access, zippered pocket specifically designed to keep your keys, phone and wallet safe in one place—and get you through airport security faster.

Dimensions:

14” x 10” x 21”

Where to get:
Store- Brookstone
Price – $199.95

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About Johan van Mierlo
Johan van Mierlo has been writing and reviewing for the online communities since the launch of the handheld computer Palm IIIe and Compaq iPaq in 1998. He owned and tested many mobile devices including Windows Mobile, Palm, Symbian, Android, iPhone and many different GPS and Mobile products.Johan was awarded MVP Windows Mobile Devices by Microsoft in 2008 and 2009 for his community activities last year.



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