( 17 reviews )
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Posted: Apr 14 2009
This bag is AWESOME! I love it! It is big enough to carry about 5 textbooks, or a computer with about 3 books. There are only a few slightly negative aspects (that really aren't that big of a deal, but a slight surprise nonetheless)... the bag's over the shoulder strap does not lengthen as far as some other messenger bags, meaning for those who like to have the bag trailing behind their ankles, I suggest another style of bag. Also, it has no padding in the inside. Absolutely none. The fabric is very durable, and that makes up for the lack of cushion. This is not a problem unless you need to use it to carry a laptop...I just wrap my computer in a piece of fleece, which adds a little comfort and ease to my mind and computer, and it is fine : ) The stitching is very well done; quite heavy duty, with many inner pockets sewn in the same useful fashion and made out of the same heavy nylon fabric. When I received my bag, I noticed that the picture on Amazon is slightly misleading. I was slightly worried about the strange shape of the bag (the wider upper part that tapers inward into a narrower bottom)and how it would fit square books. This is not a problem. The bag hangs and looks square when full. There is nothing really horribly bad about this bag. It is light, but is big enough to do some real damage to the back if crammed with a trillion heavy textbooks. As long as you don't over do it, everything a person would ever want to carry can fit in this bag (It's kind of like Mary Poppins' bag...) I would whole heartedly recommend this product. I believe it is best for high school or college students, but as a travel bag it would also work great!
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Posted: Apr 9 2009
WOW! This bag was large. It was actually so large that I had to send it back. I later got the medium sized bag, and so far, it's worked well for my uses.
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Posted: Sep 1 2008
I got my first Timbuk2 (large classic messenger) back in college, and it's about 3 years old now. Still going strong and getting better with age i.e less stiff, more seasoned look and feel. Timbuk2 makes amazing bags in a wide range of designs, and the classic messenger is, in my opinion, the best of the lot. I own a large sized classic messenger, and it carries everything I need to bring around (lots of junk) and more. The only thing that you have to be careful is not to be too happy tossing stuff in, only to realise that the bag is just wayyyy to heavy to lug around without causing sore shoulders/back. A strap pad is essential if you're carrying anything larger than a medium-sized classic messenger. These bags are sturdy, practical (very well-designed pockets, slots, keyrings etc) and look good to boot. I've also got a small classic messenger and a large cargo tote that I bought for my mom who complained about her other bags not having enough compartments (typical women's purses) or being too small to hold all her stuff in an organized way. While Crumpler bags are also an alternative in a similar price range, Timbuk2 bags seem more suited for serious messenger bag users, while Crumpler bags are more like casual, fashion accessories. All in all, I seriously recommend Timbuk2 bags for their design and durability. Go Timbuk2!
