I am planning to go to Portland State University starting next fall and I need a new bag for all of my stuff - one that is very waterproof since it rains a huge amount in Portland. I also need it to have a special padded compartment that will fit a new 13 inch Macbook Pro. I have already explored every inch of the Timbuk2 website so please don't suggest it - I'm looking for alternatives. One of the ones that looked appealing was the Seal Line Urban Shoulder Bag but I don't think it has a laptop pouch. Thank you so much for any help you can give me!

It's not everyday that you meet someone in the same area as you. I know exactly how it is with Portland weather - rain is pretty much all we get. Okay Okay, maybe 70% of the time. =P

With shoulder bags, the only thing that gives the laptop a special compartment is a divider. So, you could possibly add one yourself or check out the Northface Shifty Messenger bag - which already has one for you and it can fit your 13 inch Macbook.

There's also the Pacific Outdoor WXtex Anchorage Shoulder bag on Amazon that is large enough to fit a laptop and all of your other books and accessories.


The Seal Line Urban Shoulders Bags - should have enough room to stick your laptop in it if you get a large size.

• Water-tight PVC-Free 600D PU-coated Polyester and reinforced urethane
• Padded shoulder strap with hideaway waist belt. Padded backpanel
• Internal organzer pockets. External pocket and carry handle
• QuickClip closure for easy one-handed fastening
• Modular Accessory Pocket system for attaching add-ons such as: Zip Pocket or Mobile Electronic Case (sold separately)
• Small bag has 960 inch volume
• Large bag has 1350 inch volume