Dragon Bag Review
A couple of weeks ago I was lucky enough to come home to a nice package from
Tt eSPORTS, which was the Dragon bag I had been excitedly waiting for. On first impression, it looked great, the red and black flow well together, and the spaciousness for its size is amazing.
Specifications and Features
- Polyester and Nylon Materials Protect Your Valuable Gadgets and Hardware, On and Off during Your Journey to Battle.
- Individualized Spaces Specifically Designed for Your Gaming Gears.
- 3 Multifunctional Carry Modes available for Different Demands, and an Extra Layer of Padded Back Panel and of *Straps are added, give Gamer an Unbelievable Comfort when Backpacking:
- Hand Carry.
- Backpack.
- Side-Carry.
- Dual-Zip Design with Laptop Sleeve act as Additional Layer of Protection.
- Exterior Side Pockets Design gives Gamers More Convenience for Storage.
- Maximum Loading Weight: 41kg
- Colour Theme: Black.
- Dimensions: 35cm (W) x 57cm (L) x 25cm (H)
Out of the Box
Initially all it comes with is the bag itself; however It does come with an incorporated strap which gives the bag the ability to be thrown over your back. I received my bags straight from Tt eSPORTS so all I received them in was plastic coating, which is all that was necessary to keep them out of harm's way and in perfect condition for me, however I cannot comment on what boxing they come in from a store purchase.
Storage
Ultimately the bag is designed to be used as a transport for your gaming peripherals, such as your keyboard, mouse, headset and mousepad, however over the past few days I have been using it for much more than this. Monday night I used it as an overnight bag (With clothes, jumpers etc..) which it served perfectly for, and since I have been taking it to work every day, using it as a transport for my laptop and other goods.
Quality
Although I have been only using the bag for a week or so, I can safely say that the general build quality is high, and integrity of the bag does not diminish easily. I have been throwing it around, packing it full and throwing almost everything at it, and it didn't show any signs of weakness at all. One thing I am worried about with bags is the zippers; they always seem to break and are a pain if you don't have them. After using the bag for two weeks, I am still slightly concerned about them, and wouldn't treat them too harshly, as they don't seem to be extremely durable, however in saying that I haven't had any major problems with them, just some minor jamming which was easily resolved. The bag feels nice and comfortable whether you carry it in your hand, on your shoulder or on your back. The cushioning means that you are able to wear it for extended periods of time without feeling any pain at all.
Compartments
As you can see in the image below, the main section is divided into five internal compartments, two large, one medium and two small in size. I have been using the larger sections for my keyboard (SteelSeries 7G) and laptop (Macbook Air 13') and have had no problems with size or the bag overfilling. The two smaller sectors housed many different things for me, in gaming terms I put my mouse (Razer Deathadder) and Mousepad (Xact Mat XL) in them and had no problems. I also put toiletries such as deodorant and what not when I was using it for an overnight bag. The medium sizes compartment was home to me AD900's and although I was worried about them breaking, the bag prevailed and showed just how good the padding was by keeping them fully intact.
Whilst using the bag as a general/overnight bag, I have had no problems putting shoes in the middle section (work/dress shoes), pants, shirts and belts in one of the larger potions toiletries in a smaller section, and a jumper in the other larger section. Like I already stated, the front of the bag doesn't boast copious amounts of space, however it is enough to throw some socks, cables or other smaller objects in.
Mobility
The bag is of decent size (35cm (W) x 57cm (L) x 25cm (H)), and on empty load weights next to nothing (Made of light materials). Once I had loaded up all my gear the weight increased, however the bag still feels like it is nothing on your back, and is more than easy enough to walk around/travel with. The average gamer would have absolutely zero troubles taking this bag to and from lan; it is a perfect size and ultra-mobile. Obviously like every bag, the more you pack into it the heavier it gets. The maximum weight limit is 40kg's, however i personally would steer clear of over packing as you don't want to risk damaging the bag, or your gear.
In a Nutshell
Pros:
• Weighs Minimal
• Spacious
• Great concept
• Appealing
• Affordable
• Durable
• Easy to carry
• Carry on size (Planes)
Cons:
• Zippers somewhat unstable
Conclusion
After days of testing I am yet to find a fault that would deter me from buying this bag. It is good looking, light, and confortable, basically everything a gamer would be after in a bag. It is perfect if you are travelling to a lan, whether it be local or nationally. For bang for your buck, do not go past this bag as it is by far leading the market for what it offers, and other providers are yet to enter this field, or have done so poorly. My recommendation is that if you were after a bag to fit your peripherals in nicely, and some clothes and other objects on top, head down to the store and purchase a Tt eSPORTS Dragon Bag, for a RRP of $70.
Note, this was my first review so feel free to tell what to do/not to do.
Posted on Monday, 5th September 2011