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Novara Buzz Messenger Bag

Novara Buzz Messenger Bag

Item # 728587
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The unique design of the Buzz Messenger Bag affords great comfort, stability and weather-resistance.

  • Shoulder strap design blends the sculpted shoulder strap of a sling bag into the messenger bag
  • Designed to be worn on the right shoulder, this novel strap allows the bag to handle heavier loads more comfortably as it resists shifting
  • Adjustable cross-body strap can be hidden away when you don't need the extra stability
  • Side compression straps let you keep big loads in check and cinch down smaller loads
  • Material on inside back is designed to prevent the bag from slipping from side to side
  • Top flap is built to seal over the bag's opening; pocket on top flap has welded zipper
  • Organizer pocket under the flap has plenty of room for your daily needs and includes an exterior zippered mesh pocket
  • Internal slot pocket helps keep files and papers separated from other items, keeping them clean and wrinkle-free
  • Quick-access pocket on waist wing and mesh sleeve on shoulder strap provides a home for electronics
  • Reflective tabs detach via easy-to-use split rings, allowing you to tone down for trips around town

Imported.

Item 728587

Novara Buzz Messenger Bag Specs

Specification

Description

Weight2 lbs. 2 oz.
Dimensions15 x 12.5 x 6 inches
Volume1,125 cubic inches
MaterialBallistic nylon

Novara Buzz Messenger Bag Customer Reviews

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Novara Buzz Messenger Bag
 
3.7

(based on 12 reviews)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (6)
  • Lightweight (6)
  • Versatile (6)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Lots of storage (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • City biking (6)
    • Commuting (4)
    • City bikes (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (5), Avid cyclist (3), Enthusiast (3)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (3)

    Reviewed by 12 customers

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    May

    15

    2008

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    great bag

    By gearhog

    from Denver

    About Me Student

    Pros

    • Adjustable
    • Comfortable
    • Lots of Storage
    • Rugged

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • City Bikes
      • Commuting
      • Not Just Biking
      • Road Bikes

      Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

      I bought this bag for commuting to and from work/classes. At first I wasn't sure I liked it but the more I use it the more fond of it I become. It's a nice change from the ubiquitous triple striped bags you see everywhere. There are plenty of pockets throughout the bag, it holds quite a load and stays put on my back (even through a header I took one day on my bike). I have filled it with books, clothes, shoes and it seemed to swallow up everything I threw at it. There are also compression straps on the sides if you have a small load. The graphics are subtle and not very noticeable which is something I like and the new brown color is nice. One shortcoming is that the wide shoulder strap tends to fall off the shoulder with a light load on a person with narrower shoulders. Strap adjustment takes care of most of that flaw, though. It would be nice if there was some way to put an outside mesh pocket for a water bottle but not completely necessary as there is plenty of room inside for a small hydration bladder. All in all, a great bag at a decent price. I would definitely recommend it.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jul

      22

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      Nice features but not comfortable

      By jseltenr

      from San Diego, CA

      About Me Avid Traveler

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Lots of Storage

      Cons

      • Bulky
      • Uncomfortable Strap
      • Unstable

      Best Uses

      • Commuting

      Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

      I went with this bag because it used the sling design and I thought it would hold better than a messenger bag. I was wrong the first time I took a left hand turn. The bag has a hard time staying in place unless you use the stabilizer belt strap. I was looking for a way so I didn't have to have cords all around my body suffocating me. It had a ton of little pockets everyone making it convenient to grab stuff but it just didn't work for me when commuting around town. I ended up returning it and buying a backpack instead. I just don't understand the whole messenger back hype. Backpacks are the way to go!

      • Primary use:
      • Business

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      15

      2007

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      awesome bag

      By MD

      from pullman, WA

      About Me Casual/ Recreational, Weekend Warrior

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Versatile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • City Biking

        Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

        great bag, a little heavy and I couldn't seem to get it to stay put when riding to and from work with all my stuff in it so I switched back to a backpack and use this for walking. Now in school it's an excellent bag to put all my books in and walk around with, very tough, I just wish it had a bigger laptop pocket.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        12

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        waterproof and big

        By Rugby

        from Austin, TX

        About Me Casual/ Recreational, Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • City Biking

          Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

          Nice distribution of weight on the shoulder. Steady tight-fitting straps.
          A little imbalanced with heavier loads like a laptop and textbooks, but this bags better than others that I have used.
          The "tribal flame" reflective design on the shoulder strap is a little over the top, I would like to see more reflective straps minus the flames on my shoulder. But it matters little compared to the functionality of the bag.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          10

          2007

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Great Bag, if a little shifty

          By Tray

          from Carlsbad, CA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Versatile

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • City Biking

            Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

            I bought this bag when I started grad school and used it to commute to class. While the bag held everything I needed it to, it did shift a little much while riding with books. I tried adjusting the stability straps a number of ways but the bag still shifted (always to the left, under my arm). With lighter loads (change of clothes, lunch) the bag held fine, but when carrying a heavier load I had to make the straps so tight that it restricted my breathing while climbing.

            Overall, this is my favorite bag for daily use due to it's versatility. It always seems to be able to hold whatever I need for the day. I also like that it has a classic look, but with a hip edge to it that people often comment on. Great bag, worth every penny.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            4

            2007

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Urban workhorse

            By Ikaros

            from NYC, NY

            About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational, Competitive Cyclist

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Great pockets
            • Versatile

            Cons

            • Could be a little bigger
            • Not waterproof

            Best Uses

            • City Biking

            Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

            I love this bag. It's durable and comfortable. The genius of the bag is in its wide array of compartments. The waterproof hip pocket is great for easy access to small essentials (wallet, keys, or MP3 player). Elastic mesh pocket on the shoulder strap is great of cellphone or walkie talkie. 3 additional pockets on the body of the bag are all zippered to keep the tiny things safe. The handle with rubber cover is super handy. Clip on a carabiner and a water bottle, a mug, or even your helmet and you're good to go.

            The padding on the back and the shoulder strap are comfortable, but i have issues. Padding on the back makes the bag a little heavy and I would much rather lose the padding on the back and have that weight come from waterproof material that protects the whole bag and not just a few pockets. Also, more shoulder strap options would be great. Right now, you can only mount on your right shoulder which is the opposite of what most right handed riders like.

            The bottom line is this is a great fair weather bag that is excellent for commuting to work, groceries, or a BYOB six pack. In rain go with another option.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            4

            2007

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Excellent bag overall, just a few nags

            By davegus

            from Palo Alto, CA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • City Biking
              • Road Biking

              Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

              This is great bag, but not perfect: the main strap likes to adjust itself because the buckle is where I tend to grab the strap - and when I grab it, it adjusts without warning. Folding the top all the way over the inside is also a bit of a pain because of the curved shape of the bag. However, there's plenty of room inside, lots of pockets, and it's comfortable and stays in place when biking. Overall, pretty good!

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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              Jul

              11

              2008

               
              3.0

              Decent Messenger Bag

              By econnofoot

              from Upstate S.C.

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • Lots of Storage

              Cons

              • Unstable

              Best Uses

              • City Bikes
              • Commuting
              • Not Just Biking

              Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

              I had my doubts about this bag but must admit after 2 years I'm still using more often than my full sized messenger rig. The graphics are a bit overthe top but the stuff on the padded back can't be seen with it on and the flame motiff on the strap isn't too visable. Utility wise though I like it totes a 12 pack of 120z cans with ease, will do 24 if the cans are taken out of the box. Pretty waterproof although I don't get a ton of rain down south to really test that,and can mount a blinky on the lid and not loose it. Stabilizer strap is kinda goofy to use on the fly and pretty much is a must with any load in the bag. But I managed to get used to it. Keep in mind this is a right shoulder bag, which I prefer but many don't, but all in all a decent bag...if you catch it on sale or close out.

              I have also used it as an airline carry on and I'll say this size works way better for cramped plane aisles than my full size messenger bag.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Jun

              15

              2008

              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              Nice Bag

              By djdanboy

              from San Francisco, CA

              About Me Student

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Lightweight
              • Rugged

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • City Bikes
                • Commuting

                Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

                I needs a place to put a water bottle

                • Primary use:
                • Personal

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Oct

                28

                2007

                 
                1.0

                couldn't make it work

                By tim g

                from stockton, ca

                About Me Avid Cyclist

                Pros

                • good build quality
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Novara Buzz Messenger Bag:

                    I wanted this bag to work. But it is just too awkward in design. The wide oddly shaped shoulder strap severely limits the comfortable positions the bag can get in and forced it to hang off my shoulder
                    tipped back - worsened by heavy loads. I returned it.

                    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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