Netbook Search

[NateB]

I'm looking to buy a Netbook for hiking and biking around.

My basic criteria, roughly in order of decreasing priority:

■ Longest Battery Life Possible*
■ Metal Exterior
■ High Durability
■ $300-$500
■ 90/95% keyboard (9" to 10"?)
■ Arch Linux

If I have this, I can keep it in a large pant pocket or small bag for when inspiration strikes me or I want to watch porn. Or both.

*I want real battery life. Will replace original battery with 2 9 cell batteries rigged in parallel.

 

[buwish]

To each their own when it comes to using a netbook/laptop/computer.

Check this one out:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&Q=&IC=AS1005PEPU1B&A=RetrieveSku

 

[yah5]

90% of all netbooks out are identical and there's not much variation, though ASUS are leading the pack in terms of battery life and longevity. Check them out.

 

[daship]

Get an A-PAD

 

[NateB]

Update: Got a 1005HA for budget and battery, $187 on ebay.