on orders over 100€What do you need when you’re preparing to hit the skies? Good food and leg room? Think about something you can control. This is one of the broadest categories, as carry-ons need to cover travel, work, play and still fit in an overhead bin. Bags in this space generally fall into a business vibe, adventure vibe, or a relaxed weekender vibe, so it’s important to know what will resonate with you. We generally don’t dig hard cases for carry-on, as they don’t shape and squeeze into tight or slightly irregular spaces. Occassionally, we make exception though for those who don’t need too much versatility.In this category, we’re seeing more personality and options than ever, which might make it tricky to pick a favorite. But go on, you know you want to… You have two votes to use as you will… Allocate your 1st choice with 2 points And your 2nd choice just with the 1 point. Note: any votes made over the allotted limit will be wiped from the voting tally.

Rimowa Topas Stealth Cabin Trolley IATABecause you’ll look like The Boss. Small wheeled cases generally look a bit dorky, but this thing is Keyser Soze, secretly coordinating the world’s entire underground everything. It has more presence than a B-52. It doesn’t have to squeeze into spaces, as spaces will reshape themselves for this. Here’s a bag that asks for very few compromises from you. It looks good in almost any setting, it maximises your carry on space, it can swap between single strap or backpack carry, and it has pocketing for almost anything you’ll carry. While nominated last awards, the bag has been updated for faster conversion and more nailed details. Timbuk2 Aviator Travel Backpack Half way between a business carry-on and an adventure travel pack, the Aviator uses flexible and sensible zones to help you organise your one bag travel. Straps can all tuck away for checking in, there’s a solid waist belt for helping with the load, a rain cover, and you have zones for shoes, tech, laptop and clothing.

Tom Bihn Synapse 25 This is small capacity for a carry-on, which means it works better as an overnighter only, or a supplement to check in luggage. Great organising, excellent build quality, and incorporates the modular system for hanging laptops, tablets and tech. Who’s to argue with taking one of the most respected carry ons available (and last year’s Carry Awards winner), and stripping back the tactical thing for more subtlety. All the ruggedness of the GR2, but with a more minimalist vibe. Raising over $340K on a goal of $30k wasn’t a bad start for this Kickstarter launch, with a convertible carry-on that tries to always have you covered. The patterning is sophisticated, the organising features are resolved and it sports a seam-sealed rain cover included as standard. This looks like a bag from a much more mature company than it is. Osprey Ozone Convertible 22“ Being able to swap between wheeling or carrying sounds awesome, but hybrid packs have generally suffered from being too heavy or awkward to bother with.

The Ozone finally gets this equation right, through hard work and evolution. Weighing 6lbs (2.75kg) with its added zip-on backpack, this bag is light even when compared to pure wheeled cases. Refined pattern work, just enough features, and a convertible system that doesn’t need a rocket scientist, this is Osprey at their best.ziggy zinnia backpack – VOTING HAS NOW CLOSED –cabelas h2o backpack There is loads of great carry-on getting around, as this is a category that people care about. backpack sulfur dusterRed Oxx has big fans, and awesome organizing, but for us the generic handles and fussy look just slide them out of the core group. backpack altis life

The Arc’teryx Covert is an awesome bag for a specific set of needs. Briggs & Riley are building some great kit worth a check. It’s been great to see the SLICKS pack return, which is an excellent carry on option. And lots of our work backpacks would be right at home in this category also.backpack kalalau trail Want the look of a bag, but the function of a backpack? kamino backpackSo grab this no-fuss, dependable piece of luggage, throw it over your shoulders and carry your laptop and documents wherever you go. nfinity backpack wholesaleAnd if you’re not in a backpack mood, the side handle allows you to turn it into a casual bag. The padded laptop compartment takes care of your 15-inch laptop. Everything is always readily available. It’s as simple as that.

QWSTION + huber egloff BackpackSo you’ve spent a smallish fortune on a decent laptop. Now you need to protect it. A case means dropping it may not be fatal for the electronics and the delicate glass screen. Some are tougher than others, but all are better than nothing. Personal taste will guide you towards a rucksack or messenger bag with dedicated pockets or to a lighter, slimmer option such as a sleeve or a case which clips on to the laptop, staying on permanently. If you tend to forget a dark-coloured laptop in the shadows, choose something unforgettably bright. 1. Knomo Apple MacBook Sleeve: £69, Knomo London-based Knomo makes outstanding cases for phones, tablets and laptops, as well as a wide range of cases and handbags. This is a high-gloss, supple leather sleeve that has a reassuringly padded interior. Like most Knomo products, each one has a unique tag to identify it if lost. If the finder contacts Knomo, it'll send them a reward and re-unite you with your product.

This is a sumptuously well-made sleeve that’s a pleasure to use. Available in yellow, slate and black. 2. Samsonite Ergo Biz 16in Messenger bag: £79, John Lewis If you have a hefty laptop, you need a bigger bag for it. This well-built messenger bag includes padding, a laptop slot and a water-resistant material inside. The Ergo Biz is big enough to handle a 16-inch laptop. Samsonite says the design is inspired by gull wing doors on a car. Whatever, this is an efficient bag with lots of useful pockets. 3. Kate Spade Travel Stickers Sleeve: £75, Kate Spade Kate Spade’s bright laptop sleeve might suit when you’re taking your notebook on the road. It’s designed for a 13-inch laptop and has a solid zip that wraps round the top half. The design’s inspired by travel stickers for worldwide destinations, but most importantly, it’s one you will actually be able to see in your bag. 4. Thule Gauntlet: £68.99, Argos If you’re going somewhere adventurous, or you’re just tremendously clumsy, the rugged Gauntlet may suit.

This is a hard case designed like a clamshell so you can still use your laptop while it’s inside. There’s an iPad pocket and foam padding protects both tablet and computer. The base has room for power adapters and the zipper is water-resistant to keep your electronics dry. Fits a 13-inch laptop. 5. Tumi Andersen Slim Commuter Briefcase: £395, John Lewis Tumi’s reputation is for long-lasting, stylish bags with great build quality. The Andersen, a well-thought-out bag made from durable nylon with leather trim, is a case in point. It’ll hold a laptop up to 15 inches in the dedicated padded compartment, alongside any files or papers in the main section, which also has a sleeve for a tablet. There are plenty of smaller sections inside and out, too. Wear it on the shoulder or by the top carry handles. 6. Mujjo Carry-on Folio Sleeve for MacBook: £93, Mujjo Another case for the 12-inch MacBook, this sleek yet eye-catching option from the Dutch design house has a leather strap towards the base that makes it especially easy to carry – you slip your hand through the strap and under the case.

It’s leather on one side and wool felt on the other. It’s also felt-lined, with an internal pocket for credit cards. Available in black leather. Mujjo also makes a series of MacBook covers in tan leather. 7. GOJI GFLS13 Laptop Sleeve: £12.99, PC World Here’s a bargain option if you’re just after a padded case. This brightly coloured canvas sleeve (the design is called Birdhouse) is highly affordable and closed by a sturdy dual zip. It’ll hold a laptop up to around 15.6 inches. There are internal pockets for accessories and has a soft inner lining to protect your gadget. It’s coated to repel water, adding some protection on a British summer’s day. 8. Acme Made The Skinny Sleeve: £29.95, John Lewis This is a great-value sleeve for slim laptops such as the 13-inch MacBook Air. It’s made from water- and stain-resistant neoprene and reinforcements keep your laptop safe without bulking the size of the sleeve, which is impressively slim. There’s an elastic band that stretches over the top to keep the MacBook in place without the need for a zipper.

Choose from grey, black or purple. 9. Firenze Toploading Laptop Case: £34.99, Argos A case as bright as this one may help you remember to pick your laptop up. It’s quilted so it’s both attractive and protective. Plus, there’s high-density foam lining the inside compartment to absorb any major impact. It’s big enough for a 15.6-inch laptop and there’s also a dedicated compartment for an iPad or other tablet. Lightweight, colourful and practical. 10. Speck SmartShell Case for 13in MacBook Pro: From £32.99, Argos Speck’s range of hard cases stay permanently wrapped on your laptop to keep it safe from chips and scratches. The polycarbonate cover fits perfectly – it comes in two pieces to attach easily. There are carefully placed vents so it doesn’t over heat and of course there’s full access to all the ports and keys. The case is see-through but also comes in a range of colours including black, blue and pink. The sumptuous leather of the Knomo case is very hard to beat, combining decent value with exceptional style.