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17 June 2014

Think Tank Photo has announced two new products: the Airport Roller Derby, a carry-on airport roller that can pack enough gear for location shooting plus a laptop and tablet to finish the job, and two 2nd Brain Briefcases for 13-inch or 15-inch MacBooks and tablets.designed an airport roller that can pack enough gear for location shooting plus a laptop and tablet to finish the job.

Airport Roller Derby

ROLLER

The new $389.75 four-wheeled Airport Roller Derby has been designed for both domestic and international travel, not to mention weddings and on-location assignments. It provides easy access to two dSLRs, a tripod, laptop, multiple lenses, strobes and more.

Doug Murdoch,Think Tank president and lead designer, said the Airport Roller Derby reflects feedback from working photographers who "told us that they wanted a rolling bag that held their photography gear and laptop, while allowing them to navigate tight spaces such as terminals and aircraft."

The Airport Roller Derby can hold a 15-inch laptop, a tablet and up to two standard dSLRs with lenses attached or one pro dSLR and one standard dSLR both with lenses attached. It also has room for six to seven standard zoom lenses or strobes and accommodates an unattached 400mm f2.8.

BRIEFCASE

Available in two sizes for either 13-inch or 15-inch MacBooks, the 2nd Brain Briefcase includes two compressible side pockets for water bottles or a compact umbrella, plus a pass-through handle that slides over a rolling luggage handle.

They also come with their own rain cover, like most Think Tank Photo products.

2nd Brain Briefcase. For 13-inch or 15-inch MacBooks and tablets.

"We designed the My 2nd Brain briefcases with the needs of today's multi-tasking Apple laptop and tablet users in mind," Murdoch said. "We understand that accessibility is key to their maximizing workflow. We literally want these new briefcases to function as their second brains."

Either model is available in black, mist green or harbor blue. The 15-inch model is available for $144.75 and the 13-inch model is $129.75.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information on either of these new offerings, see the news releases below.

Photographers Skate Between Obstacles with Think Tank's Airport Roller Derby Camera Bag Four dual wheel sets provide three ways to roll

SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- Ideal for travel, weddings and on-location assignments, Think Tank's new Airport Roller Derby enables photographers to maneuver nimbly through crowded spaces and to minimize muscle fatigue. The four dual wheel sets (8 wheels) provide three ways to roll: upright at your side, tilt it to roll on its back wheels or tilt it on its side wheels to roll through narrow airplane aisles.

This high-capacity carry-on camera bag's weight distribution allows for easily transporting a 15" laptop in its own dedicated pocket, along with two standard dSLRs, a tripod and multiple lenses and strobes. Its travel-ready security features including a lock & cable and lockable zippers to tether the bag for domestic and international travel.

"When designing the Airport Roller Derby we first listened to feedback from working professionals about the features they most desired in a rolling camera bag," said Doug Murdoch, Think Tank's president and lead designer. "Overwhelmingly they told us that they wanted a rolling bag that held their photography gear and laptop, while allowing them to navigate tight spaces such as terminals and aircraft. The Airport Roller Derby delivers on all counts with optimum navigation, ergonomic design, superior organization and premium materials that are the hallmarks of Think Tank's products."

KEY FEATURES

  • Four dual wheel sets (8 wheels): Superior rolling ability and improved weight distribution provides greater stability and less fatigue on shoulder, arm, hand and wrist.
  • Meets most airlines' U.S. domestic and international carry-on requirements.
  • Fits up to a 15" laptop and a tablet in two dedicated interior pockets.
  • Lock & cable to secure lockable zippers and tether the bag.

GEAR PROFILE

Fits a 15" laptop, a tablet and up to two standard dSLRs with lenses attached or one pro dSLR and one standard dSLR both with lenses attached.

Fits six to seven standard zoom lenses or strobes. Accommodates a 400mm f2.8 unattached.

MATERIALS

The Airport Roller Derby features YKK RC Fuse (abrasion resistant) zippers,1680D ballistic nylon, 420D velocity nylon, custom-designed, replaceable wheels with sealed steel bearings, rubberized laminate reinforcement, 3D air mesh and 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Interior Dimensions (WHD): 12.6 x 18.5 x 5.5-7.5 inches (32 47 14--19 cm)

Exterior Dimensions: 14 x 22 x 9.0 inches (35.6 55.9 22.9 cm)

Tablet Compartment: 10.5 x 10.3 x 0.6 inches (26.7x26.1x1.5 cm)

Laptop Compartment: 10.5 x 14.5 x 1.0 inches (26.7x36.8x2.5 cm)

Weight: 10.5-11 lbs (4.8-5 kg) with all accessories removed while using only minimal dividers.


Think Tank Releases My 2nd BrainTM Briefcases For Today's Apple Mobile Office Power Users

SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- Award-winning design firm Think Tank has just released two new additions to its innovative My 2nd Brain line of carrying devices for Apple MacBooks and tablets: the My 2nd Brain Briefcase 13 and My 2nd Brain Briefcase 15. These "mobile offices" for Apple power-users stand out for their intuitive organization, providing rapid access to a 13" or 15" MacBook or Air , iPad , iPhone and accessories. The My 2nd Brain briefcases improve the workflow of tech-focused travelers and creative professionals by keeping their second brains--their laptops and accessories--organized and their workflow clutter-free.

These lightweight, full-featured briefcases include easily identifiable dedicated clear padded pockets designed to hold the accessories most often used by serious Apple users. Their travel-ready design includes two compressible side pockets for water bottles or a compact umbrella, as well as a pass-through handle that slides over a rolling luggage handle. They come with their own rain cover, providing extra protection against the elements.

"We designed the My 2nd Brain briefcases with the needs of today's multi-tasking Apple laptop and tablet users in mind," said Think Tank's president and lead designer Doug Murdoch. "We understand that accessibility is key to their maximizing workflow. We literally want these new briefcases to function as their second brains."

SERIES FEATURES

  • Device-specific pockets optimized for a MacBook, iPad and iPhone as well as support accessories.
  • Intuitive design for rapid access and an improved workflow.
  • Seam-sealed rain cover protects valuable electronics.

GEAR PROFILES

My 2nd Brain Briefcase 13": Fits a 13" Macbook Pro or 13" MacBook Air, iPad (standard or mini), iPhone, over-ear headphones, a power brick with AC cable, portable hard drives, USB hub, USB connection cable, earbuds, monitor adapters, network cable, USB drives, pens, business cards, folders, sketchbooks and other personal items. The two compressible side pockets fit water bottles or a compact umbrella and a large sunglasses case.

My 2nd Brain Briefcase 15": Fits a 15" Macbook Pro, iPad (standard or mini), iPhone, over-ear headphones, a power brick with AC cable, portable hard drives, USB hub, USB connection cable, earbuds, monitor adapters, network cable, USB drives, pens, business cards, folders, sketchbook and other personal items. The two compressible side pockets fit water bottles or a compact umbrella and a large sunglasses case.

MATERIALS

Exterior: For superior water-resistance, all exterior fabric has a durable water-repellant coating, plus the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. It also has YKK zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, silver-toned nickel-plated metal hardware, dual-cross buckle, herringbone webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

Interior: 210D silver-toned nylon lining, nylex lined iPhone and iPad pockets, 150D hexa mesh pockets, closed-cell antilon foam, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

My 2nd Brain Briefcase 13 Inch:

  • External Dimensions: 14.2 x 11.8 x 4.5 inches (36x30x11.5 cm)
  • Front iPad Pocket: 9.9 x 7.8 x 0.5 inches (25.2x19.8x1.3 cm)
  • Main Compartment: 13 x 10.2 x 2.8 inches (33x26x7 cm)
  • Rear Laptop Compartment: 13 x 9.8 x 1.2 inches (33x25x3 cm)
  • Weight with all accessories: 2.1 lbs (0.6 kg)

My 2nd Brain Briefcase 15 Inch:

  • External Dimensions (WHD): 16.5 x 12.6 x 4.5 inches (42x32x11.5 cm)
  • Front iPad Pocket: 11.4 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches (29x22x1.5 cm)
  • Main Compartment: 15 x 11 x 2.8 inches (38x28x7 cm)
  • Rear Laptop Compartment: 15 x 10.6 x 1.2 inches (38x27x3 cm)
  • Weight with all accessories: 2.4 lbs. (0.7 kg)


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