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Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium

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Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium

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The Shift Pannier messenger bag from Timbuk2 easily converts from a pannier to messenger bag for easy on- and off-bike transportation of your stuff.

Exterior is built to last with rugged ballistic nylon and heavy-duty stitching; water-resistant thermoplastic urethane lining helps keep contents protected
Top flap secures with 2 side-release buckles and rip-and-stick tabs; side gussets ensure maximum protection from the elements
Front organizer panel features multiple zippered pockets; side-entry Napoleon zip pocket offers easy access to contents without having to open front flap
Interior features a low-profile stretch pocket that fits most laptops up to 15 in.; rigid back ensures proper function as a pannier and light protection for the laptop
Anodized aluminum pannier clips attach easily to your bike and tuck away when not in use
Includes a removable, adjustable shoulder strap for easy off-bike transportation
Timbuk2 Shift Pannier messenger bag includes front, back and side safety flasher attachment loops (flasher sold separately)

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Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium Customer Reviews

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Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium

3.0

(based on 4 reviews)

50%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Durable (3)

Cons

Best Uses

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Jul

2011

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Nice Option for Light Loads

By gah1982

from Pittsburgh, PA

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Use
Versatile
Waterproof

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium:

I use this bag nearly every day on my commute to work. I pack pretty light, so if you're carrying a full load of clothes, shoes, lunch, etc., this will not be the bag for you. Generally what I stow in it for my daily commute are a full size U-lock, shirt, laptop, snack, and toiletries. The messenger bag strap comes in handy as well, although the rigid back of the bag makes it uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time. There are also several zipper pockets in front to organize smaller things like your wallet and phone. The velcro on the flap of the bag coupled with the clasps are an efficient means of securing everything and cinching down the load for your ride.

Don't be turned off by the smallish size, though. I did manage to fit three bottles of wine in this bag.

It's very waterproof as well. I was able to put this to the test recently when a surprise (torrential) downpour hit me out of nowhere. The contents of the bag stayed dry as a bone. The overall quality of the materials and construction is impressive. It just feels like it's put together well.

All in all, great product. It won't work for daytrips or commuters with heavy loads, but if you like to ride light, I'd say go for this bag.

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Jul

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

This bag didn't work for me...

By Rachel the Runner!

from Salt Lake City, UT

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable

Cons

Poorly designed

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium:

This bag didn't work for me. I commute to work via a Giant OCR 3 road bike, 15 miles round trip. I generally carry a 15" laptop, my lunch, a 500 mL nalgene bottle, pens/pencils, and some small personal items.

To begin, when it comes to materials, seams, and craftsmanship, the construction of the bag is top notch. I have owned one other Timbuk2 messenger bag for nearly 5 years and it has performed flawlessly so I was drawn to the Shift Pannier immediately. My personal issues with the bag are as follows: 1) The bag is just right for carrying the above listed items on a daily basis, but there is not room for much more. If I carried anything over this, I would have to strap it to the rack. 2) This Timbuk2 bag lacks a key fob, which is something I use every day in my other messenger. 3) The pannier lacks the interior organizational pockets that my messenger has. This isn't a deal breaker, but I would have preferred it. 4) The bag is completely off balance when using the shoulder strap. Because of the placement of the strap attachment to the bag, my bag was constantly rotating outward when walking and I would have to use my hand to hold the bag against my body. 5) The pannier hooks were *constantly* catching on my belt or the waistband of my pants. It was really frustrating. 6) The bag sits high on the rack, making the bike top-heavy. This isn't that big of a deal, but it definitely makes the overall ride less balanced and you have to be more cognisant of this while riding.

Over all, this bag wasn't for me and I knew it after commuting one day with it. I returned it the next day. I still really appreciate Timbuk2 and their workmanship and won't be discouraged from trying another Timbuk2 bag, but this bag just didn't cut it.

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Dec

2011

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Failed dangerously within 2 weeks

By AlanKHG

from Brooklyn, NY

About Me Avid Cyclist

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Pros

Cons

Poor Quality

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium:

I just moved to New York, and was hoping that this would be the perfect mix of pannier and messenger bag for biking and walking around the city. As a waterproof pannier it worked well for a bit, even in pretty heavy rain. As a shoulder bag, it was ok, though parts squeaked while walking. As a messenger bag on bike without a rack, it was very painful, with the stiff back panel driving the pannier hardware straight into my spine. And the bag didn't end up being very big.

These might be compromises you'd be willing to make. What was unacceptable was that, within 2 weeks of purchase, one of the pannier hooks (held in by a small metal pin) separated from the bag, leaving the bag held on by one hook. Fortunately, when this happened, I was riding on a calm bike path, but I was just scooting through lower Manhattan traffic. If the hook had failed then, the bungee to secure the pannier to the rack could have easily gone into the rear spokes, pulling the bag in with it and unexpectedly locking my rear wheel in traffic, which could have put me in a world of hurt. Unacceptable.

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Aug

2011

5.0

Kind of wish I had two

By wesleyjack

from SoCal

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Easy to Use
Great liner
Lightweight
Versatile

Cons

Best Uses

Commuting

Comments about Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger Bag - Medium:

I use this product almost every day on my commute to work. It gets my coffee, some deodorant, and clean shirt, flat kit, lunch and a book or two to work and back perfectly. The bag is lined with a water proof material that makes cleaning the inside of the bag a breeze. It's mounting system is extremely simple and goes right on and off the bike in just a few seconds. The mounting system also makes it quite versatile, I can't imagine a rack it wouldn't fit on. I really couldn't be happier with this product.
However, if you are looking for a pannier to carry a laptop in I'm not sure this is the one as the lap top would be placed against the bike rack with little padding to protect it.