The STM Blazer Small Laptop Sleeve Adds Little Weight but Plenty of Protection

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Your laptop is likely one of the most expensive pieces of gear you own. You want to protect it on the go but don’t want to be weighed down by a heavy laptop bag. That’s where the STM Blazer Small Laptop Sleeve comes in. This thin, light sleeve fits laptops up to 13″ and can be a stand-alone gear bag.

 

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The STM Blazer Small Laptop Sleeve is made from water-resistant fabric layered with high density foam padding. The two combine to offer nice protection in a simple form. Features include

  • Super soft interior lining cradles your digital devices
  • Dedicated pocket for your phone
  • Zippered front pocket for cables
  • Comfortable quick grab handle
  • Removable and adjustable shoulder strap
  • Designed to fit most 13″ laptops

I love the fact that the STM Blazer can serve as a simple sleeve or, by adding the detachable shoulder strap, a stand-alone bag. The interior space offers decent protection for a 13″ laptop. That, however, is just the beginning. The zippered from pocket is large enough for a power brick and an assortment of cables. A simple pocket on the front is sized nicely for a smartphone or iPod. And an open pocket on the back is perfect for holding a few papers or a magazine.

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The permanent handle on one side lets you grab and carry your laptop as you would any north-south bag.

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And the removable shoulder strap lets you use the Blazer as a sleeve or as something more.

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There’s nothing fancy about the STM Blazer sleeve. It does its job nicely; it looks good, but it is unassuming. It protects your laptop or tablet and comes in a variety of different sizes. You can slip it into another bag or use it on its own. The choice is yours, and that kind of flexibility can be a huge plus. At an MSRP of $40 (less if you buy it through our Amazon Affiliate Store) and available in a variety of colors, it is a great way to protect your investment. Learn more here.

MSRP: $40

What I Like: Simple and light; Protective and flexible; A great multipurpose laptop sleeve

What Needs Improvement: Nothing, this does exactly what it promises and at a good price

Source: Manufacturer supplied review sample

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Having a father who was heavily involved in early laser and fiber-optical research, Dan grew up surrounded by technology and gadgets. Dan’s father brought home one of the very first video games when he was young and Dan remembers seeing a “pre-release” touchtone phone. (When he asked his father what the “#” and “*” buttons were his dad said, “Some day, far in the future, we’ll have some use for them.”) Technology seemed to be in Dan’s blood but at some point he took a different path and ended up in the clergy. His passion for technology and gadgets never left him. Dan is married to Raina Goldberg who is also an avid user of Apple products. They live in New Jersey with their golden doodle Nava.