How Do You Transport Your Books?
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jdrakeh
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I bought one of these back in December for my new laptop. Though I have since been forced to sell the laptop, I kept the bag, as I was simply astounded by the quality of the material and workmanship.
This bag is one tough mother, and the padded internal notebook sleeve is perfect for snugly carrying 4-5 hardcover books. You can cram another 7-8 books into the main cargo compartment, if need be. It also has numerous pouches for pens, dice, PDAs, etc. It's deceptively large.
This bag is one tough mother, and the padded internal notebook sleeve is perfect for snugly carrying 4-5 hardcover books. You can cram another 7-8 books into the main cargo compartment, if need be. It also has numerous pouches for pens, dice, PDAs, etc. It's deceptively large.
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elawai
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Mobile Folding Cart
You need something like a mobile folding cart. Here is Office Depot's version:
Office Depot Brand Mobile Folding File Cart 16 H x 18 W x 15 D Black Gray by Office Depot
I think all of the office stores have something similar. Two of my group own them.
You need something like a mobile folding cart. Here is Office Depot's version:
Office Depot Brand Mobile Folding File Cart 16 H x 18 W x 15 D Black Gray by Office Depot
I think all of the office stores have something similar. Two of my group own them.
Ogrork the Mighty
Explorer
Up until recently I took four containers with me to our games (I'm the DM) at the local gaming shop. I had a canvas book bag for my books, a backpack for my laptop, a large plastic toolbox containing my minis/dice/props, and one of those black plastic tubes artists use to transport my battlemaps.
It took me 2 trips to bring everything into the store but the real problem was the weather; when it snowed (Canadian, eh?) the books in my book bag would get wet as it didn't have a zipper.
My solution? I went and bought a large (and relatively cheap) hockey equipment bag. It was around $20-25 and is quite spacious. Now I put all my books, my laptop, and even the plastic tube into the hockey bag. I still have to carry the plastic toolbox because it's too big for the bag but now I can carry everything into the store in just one trip (although the bag is heavy, lol). The real perk is that the bag zips up so no more worries about bad weather.
It looks similar to this but was a cheaper no-name brand that still does the job:
Hockey - Bags - Easton Synergy 500 Bag: Black/Silver -SportChek.ca
It took me 2 trips to bring everything into the store but the real problem was the weather; when it snowed (Canadian, eh?) the books in my book bag would get wet as it didn't have a zipper.
My solution? I went and bought a large (and relatively cheap) hockey equipment bag. It was around $20-25 and is quite spacious. Now I put all my books, my laptop, and even the plastic tube into the hockey bag. I still have to carry the plastic toolbox because it's too big for the bag but now I can carry everything into the store in just one trip (although the bag is heavy, lol). The real perk is that the bag zips up so no more worries about bad weather.
It looks similar to this but was a cheaper no-name brand that still does the job:
Hockey - Bags - Easton Synergy 500 Bag: Black/Silver -SportChek.ca
Mark
CreativeMountainGames.com
Philotomy Jurament
First Post
Over the years, I've used several different methods:
However, these days I run my games with a single three-ring-binder. It has some pocket inserts that hold my OD&D little brown books, and the rings hold my JG Ready Ref sheets and my Monster & Treasure Assortments. I really like the "lighter" approach.
- briefcase
- cardboard box
- laundry basket
However, these days I run my games with a single three-ring-binder. It has some pocket inserts that hold my OD&D little brown books, and the rings hold my JG Ready Ref sheets and my Monster & Treasure Assortments. I really like the "lighter" approach.
SiderisAnon
First Post
When I used to run RPGA games at the local gaming shop, I had to bring a number of books, a collection of miniatures, battlemat, maps, modules, and all the various handouts/paperwork for new members, plus enough pencils and dice to share. The local RPGA is very disorganized, so I often didn't know which of several modules I was running until the moment, so I had to be prepared for anything.
I bought a rolling toolbox. I got it at Wal-Mart on sale for about $20. It's heavy plastic, has a top compartment that holds miniatures and map tiles, a tool tray for pens and such, and a bottom compartment that is big enough for books to stand on their long end so I can read the spines. The bottom compartment latches to the top. There is an extendable handle so you can pull it behind you like a rolling suitcase. There are also several small containers built in which I use for a variety of thing.
I would sit it next to me and put the top compartment on a chair so that I could access both sections.
Now, I will say that the $20 Wal-Mart model is a little less sturdy than I would like. It takes some effort to get the two pieces attached when they're full of stuff. The heavier duty ones are double the price or more, unfortunately. They also make more advanced ones where you can access the top and bottom without separating them, but those are usually metal and much more expensive.
I found it a great solution. I used it weekly. It was of great help and was far easier than hauling a bag full of stuff or carrying a milk crate, which is what I used to use.
My two biggest beefs with it are that the handle is not long enough for someone of my height and that at home I have to keep it in the corner because the books will shift and throw it off balance, causing it to tip over. The latter is not a problem when all of the books are in there, just when only some are still in there.
I did a search trying to find the model I have. I could not. This links to a similar model, except that mine doesn't have whatever that yellow fold-out part on the bottom front is.
[ame=http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Consumer-Storage-018602R-Mobile/dp/B000Q5GORC/ref=pd_sbs_t_njs_5]Amazon.com: Stanley Consumer Storage 018602R Mobile Work Center w/Soft Front Pocket: Home Improvement[/ame]
For my normal gaming, where I have more control, I generally either carry a satchel or a milk crate, depending on how much stuff I need. (Shadowrun is book heavy, for instance.) Lately, I've been working with systems where I have PDFs of all of the books, so then I can cut down to the core book and a laptop, or just the laptop.
I bought a rolling toolbox. I got it at Wal-Mart on sale for about $20. It's heavy plastic, has a top compartment that holds miniatures and map tiles, a tool tray for pens and such, and a bottom compartment that is big enough for books to stand on their long end so I can read the spines. The bottom compartment latches to the top. There is an extendable handle so you can pull it behind you like a rolling suitcase. There are also several small containers built in which I use for a variety of thing.
I would sit it next to me and put the top compartment on a chair so that I could access both sections.
Now, I will say that the $20 Wal-Mart model is a little less sturdy than I would like. It takes some effort to get the two pieces attached when they're full of stuff. The heavier duty ones are double the price or more, unfortunately. They also make more advanced ones where you can access the top and bottom without separating them, but those are usually metal and much more expensive.
I found it a great solution. I used it weekly. It was of great help and was far easier than hauling a bag full of stuff or carrying a milk crate, which is what I used to use.
My two biggest beefs with it are that the handle is not long enough for someone of my height and that at home I have to keep it in the corner because the books will shift and throw it off balance, causing it to tip over. The latter is not a problem when all of the books are in there, just when only some are still in there.
I did a search trying to find the model I have. I could not. This links to a similar model, except that mine doesn't have whatever that yellow fold-out part on the bottom front is.
[ame=http://www.amazon.com/Stanley-Consumer-Storage-018602R-Mobile/dp/B000Q5GORC/ref=pd_sbs_t_njs_5]Amazon.com: Stanley Consumer Storage 018602R Mobile Work Center w/Soft Front Pocket: Home Improvement[/ame]
For my normal gaming, where I have more control, I generally either carry a satchel or a milk crate, depending on how much stuff I need. (Shadowrun is book heavy, for instance.) Lately, I've been working with systems where I have PDFs of all of the books, so then I can cut down to the core book and a laptop, or just the laptop.
Shemeska
Adventurer
I don't.
I keep all my books at the house my group games at on the bookshelves behind the DM's chair which hold the compiled collections of around 3 players and 3 DMs in total among various games run by folks in the group. My stack has slowly expanded over three years or so, but I don't bring any of them home, and at most I'll add one at a time, so I never have to worry about suitcases or boxes or giant tupperware, etc.
At home I have a few books, including all the 2e books for reference, but mostly that's what the pdfs are for - quick reference when I'm writing up stuff at home between sessions.
I keep all my books at the house my group games at on the bookshelves behind the DM's chair which hold the compiled collections of around 3 players and 3 DMs in total among various games run by folks in the group. My stack has slowly expanded over three years or so, but I don't bring any of them home, and at most I'll add one at a time, so I never have to worry about suitcases or boxes or giant tupperware, etc.
At home I have a few books, including all the 2e books for reference, but mostly that's what the pdfs are for - quick reference when I'm writing up stuff at home between sessions.
Lord Xtheth
Explorer
I used to use a hiking backpack when I was playing RIFTS
It held the entire collection, lunch, and two 2l pops. There was a nice waist strap that would re-distribute the weight. It was a beautiful thing!
Now I carry my books on a mini-laptop. I bring an extra PHB, Adventurers vault, and FR players guide for players who may need them.
3 books + computer = easy carry
It held the entire collection, lunch, and two 2l pops. There was a nice waist strap that would re-distribute the weight. It was a beautiful thing!
Now I carry my books on a mini-laptop. I bring an extra PHB, Adventurers vault, and FR players guide for players who may need them.
3 books + computer = easy carry
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