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Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium
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Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium

Item # 748534

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The Timbuk2 Classic messenger bag is designed by and for serious cyclists.

  • PVC-free liner is durable, waterproof and stays supple in cold weather—and it's better for the environment
  • Includes internal organizer pockets and red key tether
  • Exterior is built to last with rugged ballistic nylon and heavy-duty stitching
  • Quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap and removable cross strap provide on-the-go stability
  • Includes reflector tails and safety flasher attachment loop
  • Other components, such as reflective tabs and tails, are completely PVC-free as well

Imported.

Item 748534

Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium Specs

Specification

Description

Weight2 lbs. 2 oz.
Dimensions18.8 x 10.5 x 7.8 inches
Volume1,474 cubic inches
MaterialBallistic nylon

Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium Customer Reviews

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Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium
 
4.6

(based on 15 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (10)
  • Lightweight (10)
  • Versatile (8)
  • Comfortable (3)
  • Lots of storage (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • City biking (6)
    • Road biking (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (7), Avid cyclist (6), Commuter (3)

    Reviewed by 15 customers

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    Sep

    8

    2007

    (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Makes me find reasons to carry stuff.

    By goatygoat

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational, Super Commuter

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Aesthetically perfect
    • Durable
    • Lightweight
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • City Biking
      • Paved trailcommunting
      • Road Biking

      Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

      I delayed getting one of these for years, but finally caved when my messenger-style purse nearly caused an accident when it swung in front of me. This bag has revolutionized my commute. I carry a change of professional-looking clothes and shoes, my lunch, something to read on my lunch hour, and all the purse-essentials. I also love the fact that it has a loop just for one of those blinky red lights. This will last forever, and will make my journeys much more enjoyable.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      29

      2008

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great bag

      By moongirl

      from Atlanta, GA

      About Me Office Professional

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Lots of Storage
      • Rugged

      Cons

      • No water bottle holder

      Best Uses

        Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

        I use this as my everyday computer bag for work. Because the actual Timbuk2 computer bags were very heavy, I chose this one instead and just put my computer in a neoprene sleeve. I think I made a good choice. It has held up very well and has a ton of room. When on business travel, I sometimes use it as my airplane carry-on - it works great for that too.

        I do have one gripe: I really wish it had an external water bottle holder like the computer bags do. I've tried to attach my own but it doesn't work well.

        Finally, I highly recommend buying the paded strap (if it doesn't come with it already). When I bought mine last year, it was a separate purchase, and it is great padding and makes all the difference.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        19

        2007

        (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Indestructible

        By Saska

        from Seattle, WA

        About Me Avid Cyclist, Bike commuter

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • City Biking

          Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

          Switching to this bag saved my commute! I used to wear an all-purpose day pack that I've had forever and love, but the weight of a 15-inch laptop and my work clothes, plus lunch, tools, and the other essentials was killing my shoulders and making me feel unsafe when manoeuvering. I can fit my tools, flat fixer, extra batteries, and other bike necessities in the large zippered interior pocket while leaving all of the other organizer space for the things I need at work. It comfortably holds my Dell laptop, a change of clothes, my full-size camera bag, and whatever else I'm dragging with me to work in the main compartment.

          Instead of buying a laptop bag (which I felt was too bulky), I carry the computer in a neoprene sleeve I made myself. It doesn't dig into my back or shift around inside the main compartment. I do recommend something like that for computers, though, as the down side to the waterproof lining is that in the unlikely event water does get inside the bag, it's just going to sit there in a puddle. However, that hasn't happened yet! The large velcro contacts on the front keep the flap from sliding sideways and allowing the elements inside.

          The shoulder strap is wide enough to be comfortable without an extra padded sleeve, and the cross-strap really stabilizes the load for long rides. I've taken it up to 20 miles without developing any "strap hickeys." Earlier reviewers commented on difficulty removing it, but I found the side cam and the front-release of the cross strap very simple to negotiate. It's also easy to release the cross strap and swing it forward to get access to items inside without taking it off.

          Highly recommended for daily necessities, whether you're cycling or walking.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          1

          2008

          (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          THIS BAG IS AMAZING!

          By The Good Life

          from Denver, CO

          About Me Office Professional, Student

          Pros

          • Adjustable
          • Comfortable
          • Lightweight
          • Lots of Storage
          • Rugged

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Commuting
            • Not Just Biking
            • School

            Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

            This bag is truly, in every way, amazing. It is deceiving in it's size - you can fit just about anything in there! It's really sturdy, has TONS of storage compartments for any and every little knick-nack you want to carry around. For those other students out there who are worried about size, it can hold about two textbooks and four binders (or some variation of that) - so you really do have enough room for everything you might need. Amazingly enough, the manufacturers measurement that you can fit approximately twelve rolls of standard toilet paper is true :p

            • Primary use:
            • Business

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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            Oct

            4

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Great Bag!!!!

            By jtalbot

            from Santa Rosa, CA

            About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational, Weekend Warrior

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Lightweight
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Road Biking

              Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

              This is a GREAT bag. I use it to carry a change of clothes, lunch and misc. stuff on a 18+ mile commute. Cross strap keeps bag from slipping and the Quick-adjust, side-cam shoulder strap is something i use more than i thought i would.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              25

              2007

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              It's the oldest thing I use!

              By mama yoga

              from Issaquah, WA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational, Hip mama chick

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Durable
              • Lightweight
              • Versatile

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • City Biking
                • Mountain Biking
                • Purse diaper bagtravel
                • Road Biking

                Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

                I got this bag in 1995 - that's twelve years ago! First it served as a unisex bag on a bike trip through Ireland and France.Then my Timbuktu became a city bike bag, then a regular purse, then something to carry diapers or stinky yoga clothes. This is one sturdy bag that has had constant use for over a decade. I'll probably enter my senior years with my bike messenger bag draped across my shoulders.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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                Sep

                13

                2007

                (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                For MACBOOK

                By jakemilliron

                from Bend, OR

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Pros

                • Durable
                • Waterproof

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

                    I know everyone buys it because its cool, but it is well built. Nice to know that when it dumps [rain] and my laptop is in there...its not getting dumped on too (yes that already happened to me). I think an laptop case in a medium bag is a better way to go than the laptop version of the bag. It just got too bulky when the sizes went up. Perfect for me, go try one on!

                    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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                    Sep

                    21

                    2007

                    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    4.0

                    The ultimate messenger bag

                    By Washington Hiker

                    from Washington

                    About Me Avid Cyclist

                    Pros

                    • Cross-strap
                    • Durable
                    • Lightweight
                    • Reflective tabs
                    • Waterproof

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • City Biking
                      • Road Biking

                      Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

                      This is a great all around bag. It's made of strong ballistic nylon the holds up to almost anything, and also has a waterproof lining. As of yet, nothing in my bag has even gotten wet when I'm caught in a rainstorm while cycling. The strap is sturdy and adjusts easily, and the medium size seems to hold everything I need, from day-long bicycle trips to just walking to the Farmer's Market for some fruit/vegetables. Especially handy is the removable cross strap to pull the bag closer to your body when cycling.

                      The only problems I have with it are a) it's a bit hard to take the bag off when it's cinched up without loosening the strap (there isn't a release on the front) and b) the straps tend to come a little loose when I lash things like rain-jackets or camera tripods on the back.

                      Other than these minor details, I would definitely recommend this bag to anyone.

                      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)

                       
                      5.0

                      Teacher's Pet

                      By pete

                      from Milwaukee, Wisconsin

                      About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational, Commuting Cyclist

                      Site Member

                      Pros

                      • Durable
                      • Lightweight
                      • Multiple uses
                      • Versatile

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • City Biking
                        • Motorcycling

                        Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

                        This wonderful bag allows me to carry classes full of homework, compositons, or books to and from school with ease, regardless of the weather.
                        I've even carried a puppy in it. Interior lining cleans easily and the exterior sheds water and snow nicely. Here is a non gender specific biking teacher's pet for the creative teacher. Like a house that has enough closet and cabinet space, this bag stores enough to become my portable classroom. It also travels well in cars.

                        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                        Aug

                        20

                        2009

                         
                        4.0

                        As advertised, good bag

                        By tlrider

                        from Connecticut

                        About Me Classic, Comfort-Oriented, Practical

                        Pros

                        • Comfortable Strap
                        • Good Strap Length
                        • High Quality
                        • Lightweight
                        • Lots of Pockets

                        Cons

                        • Needs one more handle

                        Best Uses

                        • Commuting
                        • Daily Use
                        • Traveling

                        Comments about Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bag - Medium:

                        Replaced my computer bag that was becoming too big and cumbersome. Using the messenger stap distributes weight more efficiently. Planning on bike riding to the train station and using this bag. I would only add one handle on the top of the bag so you can pick it up more easily. You have to grab it by the shoulder strap which is awkward.

                        • Gift:
                        • No
                        • Primary use:
                        • Business

                        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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