Veto Pro Pac has launched a new line of Norwalk lifestyle bags and organizers, including this new tech case.
Veto, in case you’re unfamiliar, specializes in multi-pocketed tool bags, pouches, and related accessories.
The Norwalk line seems to be a split from their focus on tool users, and focusing instead on consumer and lifestyle needs.
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The Veto Norwalk tech case is made from recycled polyester and features multiple pockets, elastic loops, and zippered compartments for holding things like USB chargers and cables.
Veto also says it can be used for power banks, writing utensils, and other technology accessories.
There’s a removable zippered pouch within.
In total, there are:
- 4 elastic charger cord loops
- 3 pen/pencil loops
- 2 stretch mesh pockets
- Zippered comparment
- Removable tech pouch with 2 zippered compartments
- Removable carabiner
- Large gusseted pocket for larger items
Price: $70
Veto has other Norwalk products on the way – 2 styles of backpacks, a duffel bag, a toiletry case, and the tech case discussed above.
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Discussion
The Veto Norwalk tech case is a bit pricier compared to others on the market, but also looks to be a little more featured.
The removable pouch seems like a good to have, no harm if you don’t use it type of feature, but I don’t know how I feel about the internal zippered compartment. On one hand, it could slow down access to the chargers or whatever that are placed in the elastic pockets, but on the other hand it means you can cram cables or other stuff without creating a mess of the entire interior space.
Hopefully they’ll have more color and material options in the future.
Robert
I’m firmly in favor of zippered compartments. It takes longer to separate tangled cords than open a zipper. And spaghetti tangles of coils slow down TSA inspection.
Stuart
Sounds like you need Velcro wraps or bungee cords.
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Scott K
I second this. I bought a similar set of these a couple of years ago and they’ve been great. I like the variety of sizes- the smallest work great for tech cables, the bigger ones work well for corded power tools and other larger diameter cords, and middle sizes fit nicely on misc household items like humidifiers and standard sized power cables.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083FKB7BL
Stuart
I like Velcro’s, although they’re not as colorful.
Black and grey: https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Reusable-Management-Organizer/dp/B09RKGXHPM/?tag=toolguyd-20
Black and red: https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Cable-Ties-100Pk/dp/B08BLCZDYL/?tag=toolguyd-20
They make colors too, but I tend to prefer the much better value of their black or 2-color packs.
KokoTheTalkingApe
When I worked in IT, we would put all the different cables in ziploc plastic bags and stuff them in a drawer. The bags let the cables slither and slide over each other, so it was easy to dig through them to get what you want. It was better than using velcro straps BY FAR. We could’ve used tape or something to colorcode the bags, but we didn’t bother.
For tools I tie a piece of cord to the power cable and just wrap the cord up with it. Longer lasting than velcro, and it don’t collect dust.
Robert
I use the Velcro wraps around the house. But for travel, they were one more thing to lose. I used the zip lock bags, but these Norwalk bags would look more professional, hence less TSA hassle.
Scott K
I’ve been using this Tomtoc [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCP69CWW] case for a few years to carry misc cables, charging blocks and banks, and other small tech items and it’s held up well. I like the setup but I definitely would prefer at least one zippered section because I have a few small items that don’t stay within the pouches or elastic bands. It currently costs 50% more than what I paid 2 years ago.
Gonsl
I have about 12 pencil bags that I use for stuff line this. Expandable, zippered sections, three ring binder grommeted with some clear/mesh pockets. $2.50 each during school supply time.
Not as fancy, but do well for organizing a whole family. The main poucj will hold an iPad mini, second will hold folding headphones, smaller pounces for a charger, adapters and cables.
John
I do the same.
Checks all the boxes for me.
$70 for a bulky alternative? Veto!
Sky
I like the backpack. Seems sleek for airport travel. The smaller pouches are more of a “treat”.
Vards Uzvards
The backpacks pictured look very much like Samsonite Kombi Business Backpack.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0765JTG8J/
I have the predecessor model, Samsonite Luggage Pro 3 Laptop Backpack, since 2014, and it’s still in a rather good shape.
Daniel
I have several Veto tool bags. Best tools bags I’ve used in my career. Quality!
As a total bag snob and am very interested in the 20L duffle. The prices on the Norwalk series are near USA made prices from the likes of Waterfield Designs, NutSac or Duluth Pack. (All great bags) Veto typically manufactures in China and Myanmar. Not sure where the Norwalk series is made.
That Tech Case is rather large. At 6x9x 3.5 it will hold a lot of gear. At 3.5 inches thick, it may be difficult to stash in other bags.
Frank D.
The problem with tech cases and stuffing everything in them is that they’re bulky boxes, still have to fit in my backpack, it may not speed up TSA because they can’t see in it ( went through that recently over a Ryobi 4V flashlight that was tucked away ) … and with something hard and that bulky, my backpack may not fit under the seat in front of me.
On my most recent trip, I had just sorted all my stuff separated ( meds, toiletries, tech, emergency copies of paperwork & some cash ) into a few clear double zip lock bags in my backpack. Just little flat packages. No bulk in my backpack, no TSA issues … easy peasy to find something.
Mr. C
Love the idea, love the concept.
Let’s see the price….wait, *$70*? Ouch. That’s….just ouch. Depending on my loadout for the day, that bag might be worth more than the entirety of the contents!
And yes, it looks nice, I’ll give it that. It also looks nice to anyone watching what I might have in my bag too!
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So, here’s an alternative:
Back to school time, there are tons of these semi-rigid formed nylon pencil boxes. Sometimes plain colored, sometimes with whatever children’s pop culture printed on them. Sometimes with glitter and sequins — bright purples and pinks and unicorns. Usually they go for $5-10. Even cheaper with post-season clearance.
Same goes for “back to school” lunch bags. They come in all shapes and sizes, soft/semi-hard/hard sided.
And they don’t scream “expensive tech toys”….more like “oh goodness you poor sir, you robbed your daughter’s school desk!”
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Now for organization of smaller bits and pieces inside these pencil boxes…. I’ve used snack, quart, and half-gallon sized ziplock bags. They’ll hold and separate a lot — depending on how you do it.
Sure, you can use small tool pouches or pencil pouches for this — but they’re usually solid fabric. That’s where stuff goes to hide. You want clear for ease of finding things in a hurry. Ziplocks are cheap, easily replaceable, and typically waterproof.
For cable ties, get inexpensive velcro strips (the thin ones are great for this).
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For at-home storage, I use smaller clear sterilite plastic containers — with the same ziplock bag organization. Keeps like-items together (USB A to C cables, USB mini, USB micro, lightning, 100w USB-C, etc). And it’s hard to get cheaper than this.
Richard
I’m really happy with Peak Design tech pouch