Customer Reviews Timbuk2 Classic Messenger - Extra Small

I have been looking for a perfect bag for a long time. I wear glasses and need things that are too bulky for my pockets. I opened the boxed with skepticism, and I have been pleasantly surprise and happy with the XS Messaeger bag

The bag is great and somehow better balanced when held by the handle on the back. The previous version >10 year old did not have such balance or the foam surrounding it. Yet I find the long think pad around the should strap ia bit too intrusive and have decided to remove it without any detrimental effect

Love the custom option and the size I was able to purchase the Halloween XS limited bag and loved it. I decided to go a bit larger and was very happy with the customization options. The only thing I would like to see is the addition of a back pocket. I will purchase again!!

Its functionality serves all of my work needs. I am completely satisfied.

Very well made, with high quality material . Very spacious

Really good quality bag with many intuitive pockets. Customer service was quick to help when I had shipping trouble.

I bought it for a trip I am going on in October. I used for a baseball game perfect size and comfortable with shoulder strap

Nice product and holds a ton of office stuff. Comfortable when biking to work, too! Get the computer sleeve as well.

I had a Timbuk2 messenger bag back in twelfth grade (20 years ago) that I finally had to retire last year after the buckles broke and the interior lining ripped. I'm a wheelchair user, and they're great to keep on the back of my wheelchairs. The single bucket interior makes dropping everything in very easy. Doing up the buckles can be tricky when having to do it while twisting around in my seat, so I only do that when the bag is very full, has specific valuables inside, or I'm in extremely crowded places. Nine times out of ten, the velcro is more than sturdy enough to give me a confident closure and I have no concerns about my bag being pick-pocketed. I just bought the large (in Diablo) for my power chair and the small (in Bookish) for my manual chair and they are both beautiful; I have no concerns that they will stand up to whatever I throw at, or in them. My green one from back in the day didn't have the laptop sleeve, so I'm excited for that little upgrade. I love that they are so effectively weatherproof, as I know all my valuables will be safe from the elements (I wish my power chair was made with the same weatherproof capabilities!) - again, even just with velcro, I know my things will stay dry. I got so many compliments on my OG green messenger in high school, and I know people will notice these new ones as well - I truly appreciate not having to sacrifice style for function because of my wheelchair. My only issue is that even with the straps shortened as much as possible, the bags still hang down far too low, almost grazing the ground; far too low for me to reach. I'll need to take them to a tailor to have the straps shortened, but once I do that, they'll be perfect.

I'm a small business owner, and I need to have a lot of things handy no matter where I am. The large Classic Messenger bag is perfect for keeping my stuff organized and readily available whether I'm at home, at my shop, or traveling around for meetings or purchasing trips. The quality of the bag is outstanding, and the capacity is great, enough for a 17" laptop and everything else I need.

Incredible bag. Great size, well made, so many pockets

I had the similar bag from college and it was durable, trusty and lasted me 15 years. Honestly the original was functionally fine but I had such a good experience and liked it so much I figured I'd get a new version for the next 15. Loving so far and happy that laptop padded pocket is now in there.

Totally love this. I compared a lot of products and this was the best value and best quality.

Perfect size for all I need to carry but not too bulky.

I use the bag for work and for travel. It is a great place for my laptop and files. The internal water bottle holders are necessary. If it breaks I will buy another just like the one I have. It's starting to show a little wear after 5 years of heavy use.

Bought as a gift for an older man, he was thrilled with it.

This is my third messenger bag and in general, they work great. However, I got a small one this time (because I am small), which was OK in the past. But, this one has no extra pockets on the back and I now need a separate lunch bag. You need a medium to get everything into one bag.

I love this bag! It's great for everything and fits so much.

I bought this for my husband for Father's Day and it is his favorite gift ever. It perfectly fits 12 MTG card boxes plus all of his miscellaneous items. It's very well made, and has fully adjustable padded straps. The color of the bag itself (fire red) is brilliant and striking. Has little slot pockets and compartments inside as well!

I bought this to replace my previous version of this bag--which lasted for almost 15 years but the interior lining had been disintegrating. That bag saw heavy use during that time and it's durability and versatility were fantastic, so it made sense to simply replace it with the same bag. I love the updated design, with the padded computer pouch, the straps more easily adjusting the carrying space, and the various other touches to make the bag more ergonomic. If I get another 15 years of use out of this one I wouldn't be surprised.

Love it for work and travel. It's beautiful!!! Perfect size and creative space.

This is a solid bag for it's size. It can seem small, but it fits everything I need. I had a Black Ember bag before this and although much more expensive and fancier, it cannot beat this bag in terms of useability, and honestly the quality is just as good. tough and water resistant. It can fit all my folders, laptop, random items, lunch, coffee, and water and makes it all comfortable. The waist strap and reflectors are great for bike rides. good zippers, I mean it is great! Only thing is that the excess straps when sinched down don't seem to have a "clean" place to go. Same for the waist strap (I just take it off when not riding)..but a really good bag!

I'm so glad I finally bit the bullet and bought this bag. It easily carries my painting/drawing supplies and then some, which I appreciate as an artist who's always on the go. The build quality on this thing is crazy good and I expect this bag to last me a long time. I don't know why I waited so long; this was worth it.

This bag is incredibly roomy to the point that I almost can't believe how much I can take with me. The other aspect that makes this possible is the super comfortable strap with the most innovative adjustment mechanism I've ever used. The pocket design and placement is well conceived as is the notebook sleeve. Nothing but praise for this messenger.

Got this bag to replace another messenger bag I'd been using for about 25 years - this size/type bag has served me well - from school, to carry-on bag, to short weekend trips, etc. - I plan on using this one for another 25 - (the lifetime warranty will hopefully be helpful in that regard). The addition of small pockets makes this much more versatile for things like phones, keys, airpods, etc. - (also a great place to hide an airtag)