Customer Reviews Timbuk2 Command Messenger Bag - Large

Got it in medium, Diablo red.Holds much more than you realize. I am using it for work and actually impressed by it in many ways. It's stylish, light weight, has many pockets (cell phone, sun glasses, pens, laptop pocket, ipad pocket, etc. Much much better than all the products I've used in the past so I have no bad things to say

Extremely durable and very roomy. Perfect for students/professionals who have to carry heavy laptops/books. Plenty of compartments for organization. The strap is comfortable and a good length (I'm 6'2" for reference). The material is very solid, and the hooks that keep the bag closed are very strong. I've owned quite a few messenger bags over the years, but this one definitely stands out because of its durability and comfort.

I have both the classic messenger and this TSA bag. I ordered this TSA bag, but have not used it yet. I find it bulky due to the padding for the computer sleeve. I bought it because it had many more zippered compartments. It also had a pouch for water bottle outside. The classic messenger has the water bottle holders inside, and lacks the outside zippered compartments. I would like to have the size of the classic messenger with all the outside zippered compartments and the outside water bottle holder. Also, I like the idea of the hook closure of the TSA bag without the hanging straps. The velcro closure is what I use without having to clip the strap. I would love to have the the size of the classic messenger with the outside zippered compartments and water bottle holder of the TSA bag

On paper this was the perfect bag. Nice compartments, the TSA feature was compelling, it was the right size and the customer service was amazing. Unfortunately, you have to be extra careful because the slightest ding ruined the corners of my macbook air. If you are looking for something to protect your gear during an urban commute, this is not the bag you're looking for.

I needed a new bag for a new laptop and found exactly what was needed out of their many options and styles. The product fits my laptop, iPad, sketchbook, and an assortment of pens and markers that I need daily in my travels and commute. It's well built and very durable with an assortment of pockets and storage spaces. The strap with hooks is great feature to have along with the carry handle. The strap adjustment device is brilliant and allows for easy on-the-fly changes and removal of the bag. All in all this was an excellent purchase.

The way the straps cuts across the chest is slightly uncomfortable and if I loosen the strap then it's too low and I get a lot of bouncing of the bag.

I'm a graduate student who splits my free time between working in the healthcare field and traveling to national conferences. I've been hauling around a bulky backpack for years, but finally decided I needed to switch to a messenger bag, something more stylish and less obtrusive and more conformed to what I carry. I carry a 5-subject notebook, a kindle paperwhite, a small folder, a portfolio and a Thinkpad Yoga 12.5" I can easily fit all of this into this (medium) bag with chargers, pens/pencils and a calculator without it becoming too bulky or even a little tight. I can also slide my umbrella under the flap to protrude on both sides rather easily. The waterbottle netting could be a bit bigger to accommodate larger water bottles (I like to carry a 1.5L bottle, because we should ALL be drinking 1.5L/day unless fluid restricted) and the bag does not stand upright on it's own unless you prop it up at an angle. Overall, from the excellent quality and style of this bag, I don't expect to be getting another bag for a very long time. Best. Bag. Purchase. Ever.

Great bag. For me, I just wish there were 3 more inches of interior space. Otherwise, it's a well put together bag.

I use this every day for work to carry my laptop. The bag is light and has more than enough room for storage. I bought the medium size and it fits my 16in laptop perfectly.

I LOVE this bag! I'm traveling over seas and this will be my only carry on for a 36 hours of air travel. The number of secure, smaller pockets and the dedicated laptop area absolutely sold me on this bag. I have yet to find any fault with it at all. It's exactly as shown/described (and maybe even better)

I should have ordered the larger size

I use this mostly for work. Getting to work, getting from work and getting around while at work. I like the pockets, very well thought out, what is there. While there is a side-pocket on the flap, I wish there were a small pocket on the outside of the flap, right up front. I also wish there were a keys pocket. I'm using the mesh side-pocket for this (meant for a water bottle), but occasionally my keys poke through the sides and I worry about the durability of the pocket and how long it would last, using it for this purpose.

The bag is great, very durable and serves its purpose well. However, I was very disappointed when I received the bag as the color was not as it appeared in the pictures or as described. The "devil red" on the exterior of the bag was a maroon color, instead of the bright red in the photograph. I specifically chose this particular bag because of the color and was extremely disappointed, but decided to keep it. It serves it's purpose well, but when spending this amount of money on a bag I would expect to get the color shown in the picture.

The bag is great. I only wish there was a size large enough to carry a 15.6" laptop but smaller than the L size. I've come to like the flexibility of the large size but do find it bulky at times.

Everything is in the title. The size is perfect, it fits me well. I choose this model because of its design, but it's practicle and very comfortable at the same time too. The strap feel good, the handle feel strong and the compartments have perfect sizes. I even had a rainy day, and the bag was still dry inside. I used it for a month now, and I love it. Don't hesitate, just go for it !

This bag is great. I use it as a commuter bag to the office in downtown Chicago. I purchased the small size which is a perfect size for me (I'm 6 foot 200lb). It can hold quite a bit including my laptop, folders, umbrella and my lunch. Even when I fill it up, it still feels comfortable across my shoulders. The construction is top notch. I can tell that this will last years.

This is the 3rd Timbuk2 bag I've owned. The other two was the 2010 model of Command Messenger, and then I switched to the Alchemist bag. Looks like they finally added the right amount of upgrades and features to make this bag a keeper. Lots of exterior zip pockets to hold keys, ID Cards, phone, etc. without having to unzip the bag. I like that the Napoleon pockets is separate and enclosed, unlike the Alchemist bag, which used the same exterior pockets for storage and Napoleon feature, making it easy for items to fall out of the bag. Everything else about this bag is top notch: sleek design, low profile, secure pockets, and lots of storage options. The only design flaw is the lack of space in the main storage area. Items in the front pockets show up in the interior, making for a tight squeeze if you have a lot of stuff. Overall, I'm very happy with this bag and hope to get years of use out of it.

I'm a teacher. I got this bag because I LOVE my timbuk2 small classic messenger (I've been rocking that to work for nearly a decade) but I wanted something that felt a bit more professional for work. I initially ordered a medium and it was MASSIVE on me (I'm a 5'4", 120lb woman.) I switched out for the small. Though it is definitely a much better fit for my frame, it is worth noting that the size difference between the small and the medium is not huge...I was surprised because in the classic messenger I have had both of those sizes and the differences were very apparent. The strap is long, but it's super comfy and easy to adjust (again, I'm not big, so I wear it on the short end.) Things I LOVE: (1) the water bottle pocket is perfect for either a water bottle or my travel coffee mug. it's discrete but super useful (2) the organization pockets (pens, etc) are on the back of the bag, so they don't sag as much as they did when they were on the front of other bags (like the aforementioned classic messenger) (3) the "brick pocket" for power bricks is not great for power bricks, but it's an easy access pocket that i find great for my keys (4) the look. i got the TRENCH bag and I really like it. again, the small is a tad bulky on me, but I still love the look. (5) it feels comfy. i like the strap. i sometimes walk a lot and it's easier in this bag than with my old one. (6) how easy it is to adjust the strap length on the fly (see some of the things that annoy me for the other side of this) Things that I notice as slightly annoying: (1) the napoleon pocket is massive. this might be a plus for some people, but I usually store small things in here, so with its size, I find the tiny stuff shifts around more than in previous bags (2) the interior of the main compartment feels crowded. this is probably because I really thoroughly use the organization pockets, which bites into the main space...but it's worth noting. (3) because the bag is so easy to adjust, sometimes you can accidentally knock the strap the wrong way and BOOM, it's unspooling to be super long. i don't bike much, so this isn't a big deal...but I can imagine that it would be very problematic if you were riding quickly when it happened. (4) i miss having a key fob. i lose keys easily...true story. i've been using the brick pocket instead, and i'm cool with it...but i still miss the fob. on the whole, great bag.

This bag is used for computer bag for office and travelling.

I bought this for my boyfriend and he literally tells me every day, "I love my bag, this is the best bag ever." He loves the pockets the ease of getting in and out of it, it fits his giant laptop and is so light and comfortable to carry. Now I want one too. That bag is his new best friend.

Bought a Timbuk2 Messenger Bag for both my son and husband earlier in the year. Loved theirs so much that finally bought myself one as well. We use them for our laptops, ipads, notebooks, pretty much for anything. Absolutely outstanding bags. Well thought out design with lots of pockets for everything, including a water bottle on the outside. Great designs, choices of color and material, something for everyone. Absolutely love it.

I really love the updates in this bag, and the styling is much more professional looking that the commuter. I just wish there were one or two more mid-sized compartments, and a couple of hooks sewn inside for my keys. My keys keep getting jumbled up with other stuff b/c there is nowhere to really put them to make them easy to find.

I picked this bag up after retiring my previous Timbuk2 after 8 years. I love the styling on this bag and the slimmer profile and lighter weight was just what I was looking for. All the upgrades that Timbuk2 has added to their bags in the last 8 years since I bought my last one are all welcome additions. The one gripe that I have is that the bag will not stay upright when you set it down on a hardwood floor. Regardless of which side I would place up against the desk/table/couch, the bottom would just slide and leave this beautiful bag sprawled on the ground. My previous bag had a different material on the bottom that kept this from happening on pretty much any surface I could remember, but unfortunately, this new guy will only stay upright on carpeted surfaces that provide enough friction against the bottom of the bag. I would buy this bag again, but feel like this is a bit of a miss from the design department.

Let me start by saying this is my number one bag of choice, and I have many to choose from. I work full time and go to school at night. Both parts of my life have a laptop associated with it, and this bag lets me get away with 2 laptops (13 inch and 15 inch) when I absolutely have to. The small compartments located all over the bag are very handy. Sometimes I forget where things are because there are a lot of spots I could have stashed something (but that isn't the bags fault). I also travel for work a fair amount and I can just unzip the bag without removing my laptop which is a small but very convenient luxury. Cons (minor): I have with the bag is, there is a few times where I can't get the buckle mechanism undone seamlessly and it can take a few attempts at it on occasion. Besides that, I can't complain. The mesh bottle holder thing could be a bit deeper? and possibly the small zip pocket on the flap that holds your phone or whatever, could be set a little deeper as well (more of a "lip" or "catch", because sometimes I put my phone in there and forget to zip it up, and can feel like it might slip out (again, minor). Overall: Great Bag and I give it 4.8 Cheers

I've had this just over a month and I like it. It's super handy when flying. I love not taking my laptop out at the TSA check point. I've had Timbuk 2 bags before and they last for a long time. I'm glad this one doesn't have the soft cloth backing like my last one. That tears after time. It's got a rugged build. I'd like a slight bit more padding for the laptop compartment. I liked the zip compartments of my older version a bit more, but this has some great and easily accessible side zip compartments for phones and such. I'd like it if the inside pocket was just a little wider (front to back). Overall, I'm pleased with this bag so far. A lot of thought went into its design. I'm a stickler for a good bag and I"m not unhappy with this.