I always travel with two pairs of shoes. It doesn’t matter even if I’m going somewhere for two days. I must have two pairs of shoes. I’ll forgo extra underwear for a second pair of shoes and socks. And so I can’t tell you how excited I was when I opened up an email from Skooba announcing the Weekend Warrior and saw the shoes off to the right. Probably a little much, actually, but I don’t care. Lt. Dan would appreciated where I’m coming from. → Read More
Short Version: It’s a backpack with a window in it so the TSA people won’t hassle you at the security checkpoint. Given the high price and issues with the shoulder straps, I’d recommend caution if you are considering this bag. → Read More
Anyone that’s traveled with their laptop knows what a pain in the ass security is because you’re required to take out your laptop when going through the x-ray machine. I despise it and I travel quite often and it’s slowly becoming the bane of my existence. Maybe I’m being dramatic, but I think we can all agree that it’s an annoying process. Targus and Skooba, among others, have heard our plight and they’re looking to cash-in. Both companies are currently working on prototype “checkpoint-friendly” cases that the TSA is currently testing. No word on when these bags will hit the market, but you can bet your bottom dollar I’ll be waiting for one. → Read More