Briggs & Riley Travelware have just announced a few new options that should help you get through that dreaded TSA checkpoint a little quicker. A total of four new cases were unveiled and they offer a wide range of options, they have the @work SpeedThru Computer Sleeve, the @work SpeedThru Briefcase, the Verb Mach SpeedThru Briefcase and the Verb Sonic SpeedThru Computer Sleeve — each of which offer a “checkpoint friendly” design.
As far as features and pricing, the @work SpeedThru Computer Sleeve is the lowest priced coming in at $49 to $69 depending on size. This sleeve is available to fit a 13, 15.4, or 17-inch laptop and is made from a lightweight fabric with a fleece lining on the interior. Moving up from there, we have the Verb Sonic SpeedThru Computer Sleeve which retails for $53 to $57, again the price is dependent on size. The Verb Sonic SpeedThru Computer Sleeve is made of a durable neoprene fabric. Both of these computer sleeves are made to either be used as a standalone sleeve or in combination with some of the larger Briggs & Riley cases.
Aside from the sleeves, they also introduced two larger cases. The @work SpeedThru Briefcase features a clam-shell design with a three compartment file folder. Additionally it also has a removable accessory pouch. This model is available for 15.4 and 17-inch notebooks and is priced from $249 to $259. Finally, we have the Verb Mach SpeedThru Briefcase, which also offers a clam-shell design and can accommodate either 15.4 or 17-inch notebooks. The Verb Mach SpeedThru Briefcase also has a vertical pocket, a SpeedThru section and a four compartment file folder organizer. It is priced from $197.
As for availability, the @work SpeedThru Computer Sleeve and the Verb Mach SpeedThru Briefcase are currently available, while the @work SpeedThru Briefcase will be available beginning December 15 and the Verb Sonic SpeedThru Computer Sleeve will come later in the month on December 29.
BRIGGS & RILEY GIVES YOU MORE WAYS TO FLY FASTER THROUGH SECURITY WITH NEW CHECKPOINT FRIENDLY LAPTOP BAGS
Complete SpeedThruTM System Now Offers Three Design Choices – Removable Sleeve, Standalone Sleeve and Clam Shell Briefcase — That Eliminate Trays, Hassle and Stress When Going Through Airport Security
Hauppauge, N.Y. – Briggs & Riley Travelware, a leader in innovative, high-quality luggage and business cases, expands its @work and verb collections with a full suite of checkpoint friendly sleeves and briefs. The comprehensive SpeedThruTM System now offers travelers three different design choices: removable sleeve, standalone sleeve and clam shell briefcase. Every SpeedThruTM sleeve and briefcase is Travel Sentryâ approved to meet TSA guidelines for checkpoint friendly and Travel Sentry’s operational and quality standards.
Jim Lahren, Vice President of Marketing at Briggs & Riley states, “With these timely checkpoint friendly additions to our @work and Verb collections, Briggs & Riley continues to exceed the needs of business travelers. The complete SpeedThruTM System encompasses three unique designs that ensure a more efficient and speedy security checkpoint experience while keeping laptops well protected and easy to identify.”
The new SpeedThruTM additions include:
@work SpeedThruTM Computer Sleeve
- Lightweight fabric and fleece lining for laptop protection
- Comfortable webbing handles
- Hide-away ID card conceals personal information
- Can be used alone or with a large selection of @work styles.
- Available in three models to fit 13″, 15.4″ and 17″ laptops
- Now available for $49.00-$69.00
@work SpeedThruTM Briefcase
- Clam-Shell design allows laptops to remain securely in bag while passing through airport security checkpoints.
- Trolley handle pocket allows bag to slide over the Outsiderâ handle for fast, convenient travel
- Three compartment design of organizer, file folder and checkpoint friendly laptop section.
- Removable accessory pouch holds miscellaneous items and fits into a store-away pocket
- StretchTechâ side gussets open wide for easy access
- Webbing handles and flexible shoulder strap for comfort.
- Available in two models to fit most 15.4″ and 17″ laptops
- In stores December 15, 2008 for $249.00-$259.00
Verb Mach SpeedThruTM Briefcase
- Clam-Shell design allows laptops to remain securely in bag while passing through airport security checkpoints.
- Padded vertical pocket provides easy access to a cell phone
- Four compartment design of organizer, fan file, computer section and SpeedThruTM compartment.
- SpeedThruTM section includes a recessed are for your keys, wallet and cell phone to reduce the number of trays you will need while moving through security.
- Slip-through back pocket allows bag to slide over the Outsiderâ handle for fast, convenient travel
- Magnetic wrap top handle with soft grip or shoulder strap for easy carrying
- Available in two models to fit most 15.4″ and 17″ laptops
- Now available for $197.00
Verb Sonic SpeedThruTM Computer Sleeve
- Protective and durable neoprene fabric gently stretches to cradle laptop
- Can be used alone or with select verb styles
- Available in two models to fit most 15.4″ and 17″ laptops
- In stores on December 29, 2008 for $53.00-$57.00
Finally… something to help me not be scared to death about something happening to my laptop each and every time I have to put it through the baggage scanner at the airport!!
'TSA certified' laptop bags seem to have spawned a whole new business. Do these bags really allow laptops to fly under the scanner without having to remove the laptop out from the bag?
How long before these 'TSA certified' bags are not accepted anymore?