Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag | | |
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 | Classic messenger bag originally designed for bicycle messengers | | | Ballistic nylon exterior and waterproof liner help the bag last a lifetime | | | Large main compartment, front pocket with extra zippered pocket, and internal pockets | | | Quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap; cross strap for stabilization (except XS) | | | Comes in XS, S, M, L, and XL sizes in dozens of color patterns; lifetime warranty |
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Product Description
Armed with a side-entry Napolean pocket, color-coordinated, three-zipper front organizer, and an incredibly useful slash pocket, the upgraded Classic Messenger has your back and your front.
Amazon.com Product Description
Originally built for hard-working bicycle messengers, the Timbuk2 Classic messenger bag has been in production for nearly two decades now. The Classic is known for its long-lasting, rugged durability and distinctive three-panel, multicolor design, leading people around the world to adopt the bag as an everyday, all-purpose carryall. The bag is built for the long haul, with a ballistic nylon exterior and a waterproof liner that keeps the elements at bay. The bag also offers plenty of interior storage regardless of the size you choose, with a large main compartment, a front pocket with an extra zippered pocket, and multiple internal pockets, including pen slots and a business card slot. Finally, the Classic is a breeze to carry, with a quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap and a strap pad. Other features include a cross strap for stabilization (not available on the extra-small size), a Vista light attachment loop, and either tabs (XS) or tails (all other sizes). The Classic messenger bag remains the bag of choice for bicycle messengers, cycling enthusiasts, and urban dwellers everywhere. 
The Classic messenger bag stores a ton of gear in its multiple pockets. | Dimensions: - Extra-small (XS): 12.8 by 8.86 by 5.12 inches (W x H x D), 1.63 pounds
- Small (S): 15.90 by 9.65 by 4.72 inches, 2.16 pounds
- Medium (M): 19.30 by 10.43 by 7.87 inches, 2.57 pounds
- Large (L): 22.4 by 11.81 by 9.06 inches, 2.97 pounds
- Extra-large (XL): 26.6 by 13.78 by 9.45 inches, 2.88 pounds
About Timbuk2
Born in a San Francisco garage and bred on the backs of messengers in the city streets, Timbuk2 still manufactures its custom bags in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District. For 20 years, the company has been building bags and accessories for urban adventurers with a simple philosophy: to create good-looking, tough-as-hell bags you can truly make your own. Timbuk2 celebrates your individuality, which is why the company invites its customers to design and create custom bags in its Bag Builder. By letting you hack its bags, the company believes it can make bags that work harder for you. Like rice and beans, Timbuk2 keeps it simple when it comes to being pro-planet. The company makes durable bags that are built to last, so while the competition is piling up in landfills, Timbuk2 bags stay on your back and hugs you for a lifetime. Tales of Timbuk2 bags outlasting jobs, lovers, pets, and train wrecks are not uncommon. In fact, the company is so confident in its bags that it guarantees that they'll last a lifetime. In those rare cases when something bad goes down, Timbuk2 will take your bag off your hands and find it a new (loving) home through its bag recycling program.
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great bag with a few annoyances July 29, 2010
J. Cullen (Boston, MA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
Pros:
Simple, compact design
Good organization pockets
Weatherproof lining
Quick access pocket
Sewn in shoulder strap for good stability
Small size is great for 13" MacBook Pro
Cons:
Velcro closure
No grab strap
No laptop sleeve
I was looking for a bag to haul my MacBook Pro 13" and work papers to and from my work. I wanted something compact, light, and comfortable and in a fairly conservative color. The small Timbuk2 Classic fit the bill. I really like this bag, although there are a few additional features I wish it had. I tried out this bag as well as the Timbuk2 D-lux, Timbuk2 Commuter, and Patagonia Half Mass in a local store before deciding on the small Timbuk2 classic.
===========PROS===========
1. Design. Simple bag. Weather proof lining. Organization pockets on inside for your iPod, phone, keys, pens, etc. Has a quick release extension to ease getting it on, but I don't find that I every need to use it with the small bag. adding it
2. Size. The small Timbuk2 is the perfect width for a MacBook Pro 13" and 8.5x11 inch papers without a lot of extra room on the sides for things to jostle around or get lost in the bottom. There isn't much extra room after putting in a laptop and few textbooks, but I found that the weight of the full small bag is about as much as I would want to carry in a messenger bag that puts most of the weight on one shoulder. The medium sized bag seemed to be a big step up in size and was too bulky for me. For days when I need more room, like for workout clothes, I just bring a second bag rather than carry around extra room with me every day. (If you have large bulky, but relatively light, items to carry around then you may want the medium or large bag.)
3. Neapolitan Pocket. So handy to have a pocket you can access without opening the bag. Enough said.
4. Divider. A pleasant surprise here. I was disappointed that the divider was not suitable for my laptop (see below) and had considered cutting the darn thing out of the bag. However, now I find myself using it all the time! It is a great for storing papers/reports so they are both protected and easily accessible. Sit down on the subway...pull out a report. Super!
5. The Shoulder Strap. The strap sewn in along both sides of the bag and is not removable. Having the sturdy wide strap sewn gives the bag a lot of stability. Bags with straps that clip on, swivel and pivot at the point of attachment. This bag doesn't wobble like that.
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1. Velcro. The Timbuk2 bag has both clips and velcro for securing the flap. I hate the velcro. It is unnecessary because it already has clips, but worse it is noisy. I am reluctant to open the bag during a meeting because of the loud rIIIIpping sound it will create. There is no discrete way to open this bag. (Note: The velcro closure could be negated covering it with a velcro hook strip which I will do at some point.)
2. No grab strap. Other than the shoulder strap, there is no handle on the bag. I often find myself grabbing for a handle on the top of the bag which doesn't exist. You can get a grab handle if you build a custom Timbuk2 bag on their website, but you pay twice as much for the bag.
3. No laptop sleeve. Although the bag has a built-in divider which fits the MacBook Pro perfectly, only the inside side is padded (see my video). There is no padding on the outside or bottom of the divider. This means that if you set down your bag hard on the floor, you run the risk of damaging your laptop. I just use my existing neoprene sleeve with my laptop. It is too bulky to fit into the divider, but is quite secure in the main compartment of the bag. (Note: the D-Lux version does have a padded laptop sleeve. See my discussion on other bags below for why it didn't work for me)
===========Other bags I considered===========
Timbuk2 D-Lux: It has a padded laptop sleeve (although I wasn't impressed by the padding at the bottom of the sleeve), but it doesn't come in black which was a deal breaker for me. I also didn't like the modular organization system which attaches via velcro to the inside of the bag; the pockets weren't as securely attached to the bag which makes getting things in and out of the pockets more difficult.
Patagonia: What I really liked about this bag was that the padded laptop sleeve does not touch the bottom of the bag, the sleeve was a bit bulky and was oddly attached to the inside of the bag. Also the construction of the bag didn't feel as solid.
Timbuk2 Commuter: A bigger bag than the small Timbuk2 Classic, but with more functionality. It has a cool laptop case that flips out to be TSA compliant (i.e. you don't have to take the laptop out of the bag). It also has a grab handle (yeah!) and no velcro on the flap. It was 2nd on my list, but in the end I decided it was bigger than necessary for my daily commute. The laptop case is made to fit a 15" laptop although it my 13" didn't move around too much. I didn't like the detachable shoulder strap with swivel straps as much; I prefer the sewn in shoulder strap of the Timbuk2 Classic. However, this would be a great bag for airline travel as if gives a little more room than the Timbuk2 Classic and the TSA compliant laptop compartment. I may end up buying this as a second bag for traveling.
If you appreciate this review, let me know with your vote below.
 Fantastic commuter bag April 19, 2010
MuffinBran
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is my second Timbuk2 bag. I got the XS size first to just use it like a purse. I commute by bike to work about one day a week and the XS bag just wasn't big enough for a change of clothes and my lunch, etc. I debated getting a Large one but am so glad I went with Medium. It's huge! I'm only 5'1" so it looks a little ridiculous on me but I can ride my bike fine with it full of stuff. I think I will also use it as my luggage for trips occasionally. I got it in Silver/Lime-Aide/Lime-Aide color which is great for visibility on my bike (I don't trust the drivers in NM too much so I try to be as visible as possible). Timbuk2 bags are certainly expensive but worth it I think. They are quality bags and will last forever. I was also glad to find them on Amazon for much cheaper than the Timbuk2 website.
Great Bag!!! May 11, 2010
Victor M. Gomez
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I just received my bag and put all my electronic equipment I'm planning to take to HAWAII this month. I had been looking for a bag to put my new IPAD 3G. After looking for 3 weeks I decided on this bag. I am not sorry I did. It looks and feels like it can last 10 to 15 years. My IPAD fits snugly in the inner pocket and I have more room to put other items. Just to give you an idea of the space in this bag, I was able to put my IPAD, an Ipod touch and Iphone 3gs, 3 Kidz Gear wired headphones, 5 passports, my Lumix DMC-FX500s, wallet, keys and IPAD SD/USB adapters. I was debating between getting this one or the Timbuk2 Freestyle netbook messenger. The differences between the two was that the latter had a cushioned pocket for the IPAD and a short shoulder strap. Upon first hand inspection, I was glad I selected this one. My IPAD fits nicely into the sleeve pocket now with the Apple Case. If I had purchased the netbook bag, that extra cushion would probably not allow me to put the IPAD with its case or any other case for that matter. In addition, my classic bag has a two features I am very happy with. The Cam buckle shoulder strap gives me enough space to cross the strap on the opposite shoulder and the new slash pocket on the front flap sold me. If you are looking for a well made, perfect bag for the IPAD look no further!!!
Durability September 2, 2010
Rebecca Hytowitz
I've had my Timbuk2 messenger bag for a little over 6 years and it has really held together well. I've stuffed it to the brim with textbooks; used it for quick overnights and longer jaunts; and even as a grocery sack. The bag only shows a small amount of wear and tear and the Timbuk2 website sells replacement parts should you lose any. The bags really are worth the price because you will likely be using it for years.
Great hipster type bag. August 3, 2010
Christopher
I take this bag with me all over the place. To friends houses, on adventures, to the beach, to parties, overnight trips, biking, school, it does it all. The pockets are all very useful and it has a great amount. The bag is very comfortable, even stuffed with heavy things. I find the medium size plenty large for my laptop and books and whatever else I'd need. It also doesn't show it's contents very well. Even if it's stuffed full it doesn't look like it. I will be keeping this bag for years.
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