Simple, sturdy and robust (Crumpler The Gimp 13")

Member Name: Morgenhund

Product:	Crumpler The Gimp 13"
Date:	29/08/09 (38 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Sturdy and robust

Disadvantages: None

I picked up my Crumpler Gimp sleeve shortly after I bought my 12" Toshiba Portège laptop - and didn't want it to get continuously knocked about as I tend to chuck it in my messenger bag to take it into the office when I am needing to get onto our webserver and the irewall at work won't let me. I paid about GBP 20 for it - they are now available for a little bit less than that even - money well spent in any case.

The Gimp is a very simple and effective case, made of Neoprene (i.e. Wetsuit material) and with a sturdy zip to open and close it - this will definitely stand the test of time. It fits my laptop perfectly, and also doubles as a heat mat when I do have to use my laptop on my lap - albeit rarely. There are two elastic loops to secure the laptop with, so that it doesn't fall out if you are careless when opening it up and alongside my laptop there is space, without stretching the case or having to force it shut for my mouse and 3G card modem.

After over a year of daily use it still looks as good as new - with no real signs of wear and tear - and it seems to advertise itself quite nicely - three of our board of management members have asked where they can get one from, because they have been so impressed by the thing and want to protect their laptops while on the go.

It has become a constant companion, fits nicely into most of my messenger bags or hand baggage items and is tough and sturdy. The stitching is well done - this is a product that is clearly made to last - I expect that I will bury the laptop in it when its day comes to go to laptop heaven - although then again it'll be still in use for the next laptop that I buy of that size.

Summary: Good for taking care of your laptop