Customer Reviews Timbuk2 Command Messenger - Medium

In my line of work, I typically go through a bag about every 5 years. After 1 month of use, I know this bag is different because it has still maintained its sturdy shape despite the abuse it has endured so far. The spacious medium bag is very impressive - I can pack class folders loaded with compositions, two writing workbooks, classroom essentials stowed in the pockets (hand sanitizer, a bag of white board markers, breath mints, tissues, and assorted pens), a granola bar, my cell phone, and I was still able to open the bag wider for a dictionary and a stapler. Of course the dictionary and metal stapler added some weight, but the shoulder strap is wide enough to make it comfortable to carry. Recently, I even trekked across campus in a steady downpour, but the contents remained dry. I recommend this spacious messenger bag to anyone.

Daily commute via metro rail. If I have to run with it that extra cross chest strap feature really comes in handy. Very comfortable.

There's awesome hidden compartments in this bag! There's a YouTube video describing and demonstrating all the features of this particular bag. Viewing it helped make my decision to buy very easily.

Love this bag, plenty of room for my 15" MacBook 2016 model fits in the Small size back. I have the Rip Lite and the blue offsets the gray wonderfully. I'm really impressed with all the storage in this bag. And the strap is the most comfortable strap I've ever used.

Amazing build quality, and looks. I could not have asked for a better messenger bag. The only con I see is the size, it is not terribly large but enough that it is noticeable. I did check for the best fit for my laptop by putting in the dimensions on the website and ordered the the one it suggested. More room I guess.

Everything is so smartly designed. What a pleasure having compartments for everything, including one on the outside flap, perfect for my keys. It just makes everything about using a bag a little easier.

I purchased this after seeing so many great reviews about TimBuk2 bags. I can say that all of the positivity is well-founded. It is a great bag for toting my laptop to and from work. Love the adjustable strap. I love the Small size as well but could do with some larger pockets in the main pocket.

I am an academic who uses this product as my daily work bag as well as for travel. I have sprinted through O'Hare airport with this bag and can vouch strongly for its comfort and practicality. I am a tall woman and the medium size is roomy without being too large. I appreciate that the bag is both practical and stylish---it is not ladies tote by any means, but it also does not look like it's suited only to 55 year old men (not that it would not suit this demographic as well). I am immensely pleased with the purchase and will buy Timbuk2 again.

Honestly, this exceeds any expectations I had! I am a person who does EXTENSIVE research when purchasing anything that I will be using for an extended period of time (I'm not lying when I say I spent hours and hours looking at dozens of bags). I can say without a doubt this is the best bag for me. The color, the weight, the size and various compartments are perfect for my ever-changing lifestyle (I often go from class, to work, to meetings, to travel all in one day). It's light, stays dry, and gets compliments all the time. Love this bag!

well thought out design size (L) is impressive

It's incredible for airport travel and going through security. I have the medium size and I'm glad I did. It keeps the essentials, yet prevents me from over packing. I'd prefer a dedicated key lanyard on the inside to hook my keys to while traveling. Also, I'd prefer some shock cord somewhere (on flap or bottom even) to stuff a light weight rain jacket (versus inside the bag).

Used to own the old Command model and it still worked perfectly, just wanted a change. This bag is comfortable, roomy and looks great. Highly recommended for commuting, traveling, going to class etc.

This bag is light and roomy and firm enough to stand up when putting files and my laptop into it. Love it!

I use this bag for work everyday and it's the perfect size and very comfortable. It is high quality material I'm sure it will last forever.

I am always looking for a bag that is as organized as I am, and this is it. If you need to carry a laptop and or a tablet, this is the bag. Not only do I use as computer bag and briefcase that I bring to work everyday, I also bring it on every trip including vacations. First there are three zippered compartments that are accessible without opening the bag. One I use for all my phone and computer cables. Another for earphones and Bluetooth headset, and I stash metal things here while I clear TSA security. The third is for travel documents. There is also a side water bottle holder. Open it up - you have the main compartment with a organizer and three other compartments. I would like an internal water bottle holder in the inside as well for my umbrella. Also, love the Velcro silencers so much that I have never used the Velcro. I own six other Timbu2 bags and a bunch of Tumis, and this is one I use the most.

I have had this bag for about a year and a half, maybe two years. I have the medium size, and it's just big enough for my pens, calculator, laptop, notebook, and lunch. I've taken it to work, to class, on day trips around town, and traveling/commuting--on bikes, buses, cars, trains, the subway, and lots of planes. My family lives in Washington and I live in New York City so I travel a lot. I love it's functionality and of course it looks classy, but what surprises me most is its durability. I'm not super nice to my stuff (I used to go through backpacks every year or two), and I've used this thing a lot, and it still looks brand new. I'm shocked. I mean the strap is starting to show a little bit of wear but the bag itself looks the same as it did the day I bought it. I have a backpack from these guys too that I bought because of this bag, and it's also looking good after a year of use. I have no regrets about getting this bag. When (or maybe, if) I ever have to replace it, I'll definitely be getting another Timbuk2.

I just went from Dayton to San Jose last week and my Timbuk2 Messenger bag held it together! It was a killer bag to travel with because of it's ease of use and perfect size for my macbook pro! It's durable and stylish so I feel like my contents are safe and I'm able to pull off a snazzy look. Highly recommend.

This is the perfect tech bag. I was looking for a shoulder bag to replace my backpack and I wasn't sure if I would be able to find one but this bag is great. A lot of compartments and space.

Great and versatile bag. Looks stylish and very practical. Computer compartment is easy to access and does not require opening main flap to get into it. Love the little pocket on the side of the main compartment (again, can access without opening main flap) and a great spot to secure a power block. The bag wears comfortably and the strap is easy to adjust to the size you are wanting. Main compartment is spacious; I do wish it had a few more pockets for organization but it still works great and can store a good amount of material. Overall, extremely happy with the purchase and love that it is TSA friendly. It is a high quality bag that looks fantastic.

Overall I'm very impressed with the bag. Quality is evident and I would highly recommend.

I love the look of this bag. It's stylish, modern, and wears well with any wardrobe I choose. There is enough room to fit my MacBook Pro 15", iPad Pro, & iPad mini. I did find the bag a bit uncomfortable after long walks but that may just be with any messenger bag as it hangs on 1 shoulder and got a little sore after a while. This is the first messenger bag I've owned so not sure if this is just normal for any bag. Not bad, just a bit uncomfortable after several hours of wear walking around. Overall, I'm very happy with this bag and love Timbuk2's products.

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Functional and Stylish!

I was worried that this was going to be too small, but it's just right. 13" macbook pro, iPad, Point and Shot Camera, charger, cables, do dads, thingamajigs, notebook, umbrella, water bottle.... they all fit. Not much room for anything else, but what else do you need?

Took it with me on my first trip to Japan. I needed a bag to keep my laptop (15-inch MacBook Pro Retina), my iPad (in a bulky Otterbox case), small DSLR camera, and a bunch of other small items. This bag did very well, and I was able to fit everything in there with relative ease. Lots of pockets for organizing things, I found myself under-utilizing the interior pockets; the outside access was my preference. Some of the zippers were a little difficult to operate. I will chalk that up to the bag being brand new. The strap was reasonably comfortable, and the size of the bag was good (I believe mine was a medium). Great bag!