EFB cooler bags
 

Sorry guys, don't get annoyed but I'm going to be that guy starting another thread about this.

So I've bought the AeroCoast Cooler 1 but it's too small. Does anyone have the Strongbags Crew Cooler? It looks almost the same size as the Aerocoast bag.

My big priority here is that I want a bag that can hold my surface and then have a cooler. I'm going to have to attach my headset on the outside (bose) since it's too big.

Any suggestions or pictures...thanks a lot guys.

I was going to tell you not to buy the AeroCoast cooler, but I can see you're already having the same problem I'm having. Plus I hate that I can't open it when it's on the J-hook. I guess some of the Strongbags coolers have that same problem but at least the handles are easier to separate.

i have the aerocoast pro cooler 2. holds my company ipad in the back, used to carry my surface pro in the back. my bose fits in the top zipper pocket, its pretty tight, but it works. also holds my spare efb battery, passport etc. the efb 1 is way too small. maybe trade up? i got it form marv golden, was cheaper there.


second note i have had mine for almost three years, still going strong. just now showing some wear on the bottom. ill be ordering a new one when its time.

Well I got the bag about a week ago in the mail so I'm sending it back.

I'll take a look at the 2nd one, thanks! I found it earlier today and noticed they added the efb pocket in the back.

Does it fit around a luggage works handle or are you putting it on the hook?

Hook or handle. It's a good bag.

Alright, sending back 1 and ordered 2.

Thanks!

I have to chime in about the Aerocoast pro cooler 2. It's the only bag that fills the niche of cooler/EFB but the quality and customer service is horrible. Holes were developing in the bottom of the EFB pocket after a couple of months. The customer service rep's response was snide and told me to learn how to use a J-Hook. Then just last week the plastic handle broke. It says it's crew tested, but I find that hard to believe. I've flown with others who have the same issues. Look at the reviews on Amazon, people complain about the same stuff.

It's unfortunate that this is the "best" bag in the segment. Because of their terrible customer service and shoddy product I'd have to say steer way clear of Aerocoast.

Strongbags
 

I have the strongbags efb/cooler. No complaints, typical SB quality & customer service (very good....)
The cooler insert is optional & additional but fits well. The entire bag has the same dimensions as a typical flight case; obviously that has it's pros and cons too.
Ultimately i decided on keeping my separate SB cooler; they're fantastic, and a Tumi leather bag for EFB/headset et al. Pricey, but they do know how to make luggage!

I have the aerocoast pro crew 1 flight bag with the same plastic handles. They've begun cracking and I suspect at some point that the handles will completely break and fall of, and I've only been using the bag for 6 months. It's too bad, because the bag itself has been holding up just fine and works for my needs.

I got the Strongbags crew cooler, but have not used it on line yet. I have used it during school to take some protein shakes to class and so far I am impressed. It looks well made, and holds everything they claim it will hold. In addition to the main compartment for food, I'm able to get my efb in the top pocket, my telex headset and sunglasses in font, a flashlight and odds and ends in the side pockets. It will be interesting to see if I can get a 4 day trip worth of food in it, but I guess that all depends on how much one eats. When I first saw it, my initial impression was that it is kind of small. Will see how it holds up on the road, I'm looking forward to putting it to use.