Customer Reviews Timbuk2 Classic Messenger - Large

I expect to be using the bag for years and hopefully decades, utilizing the lifetime guarantee as needed. But it's made so solid, I may not ever have to.

This was a gift for a 15-year old Italian student. He LOVES using it and showing off a messenger bag from San Francisco to his friends.

This was a gift for a 20-year old Italian music student who lives in Florence. She LOVED it!

The gunmetal/Adobe color combo is beautiful. The pockets and compartments of the medium bag are great. The only negative is the straps that hang down below the bag. They are there to adjust the depth of the bag. They are long and we end up tucking them in anyway we can. The bag is a combo of classy and hip but those straps are a nuisance and take away a little from the aesthetic. That being said, we are extremely happy with every other aspect and wouldn't trade it for any other bag out there.

Super high-quality bag and worth the money. The color is vibrant, material and parts seem very durable after about a month of use, and it's an easy bag to navigate. Easily adjustable strap might be the most convenient thing about the bag, but the quick-access velcro is pretty nifty too. I think darker colors would probably show less wear, but either way it feels stylish and professional.

Great durability. This bag of mine is often thrown into vehicles, stompted on, rollie-chair'd, etc. Great size to replace my handbag which was getting brutalized at work. Enough space for my personals, note pads, work and personal phones and chargers, small snacks, water bottles, color pens, kindle....um, you get the point. Always loved the classic messenger bag.

After much searching, I found the perfect bag. As a gift, I received the Medium Classic Messenger in black and couldn't be happier. It has been my daily work bag, travel companion, and it accompanies me to my evening classes. As a hospital employee and social work student, it helps me stay organized while on the go. My favorite compartments are the slash pocket for papers, key fob, and the hidden pocket for my wallet. The interior is very roomy and holds my 32 oz Nalgene bottle, lunch bag, and sweater. I can speak for the waterproof aspect since I recently took it to the beach. It kept the water out and the sand wiped right off. It has been tossed in my car, on the light rail, and on the ground. Not a scratch! If you are like me and have been looking for the bag to do it all, this is it!

I received this bag as a birthday gift, and I absolutely love it! I have another Timbuk2 messenger bag that is bigger than this one, and sometimes it has seemed too big for day-to-day. This bag is the perfect size. I love the colors, there's plenty of pockets for storage, the strap is comfortable. It is especially a good size for biking while my daughter is in the bike seat behind me. My other bag would have been too bulky to wear. The bright colors are fun but also make me more visible on the road. I really dig it.

Very versatile bag! It has several compartments that I find convenient. Great for coming and going to work or school, will be recommending to others

I use my bag a lot to the office. It is a good size for my iPad, iPhone, charger, daily, etc. I like the colors I pick. My coworkers are very jealous and ask where I bought it from. I wish I can have a referral code or something that I could get discount for my next purchase. :) I love the bag!

I was worried about the size ( Xs) being too small but it works great for the essentials for a shorter outing with 2 kids (nappies, wet wipes, change of clothes, two water bottles, a few snacks and money, keys etc.) or is pefect size to bring everything I might need for myself for a short trip or day out. I love the colour. It is just a perfect cool neutral grey and looks good with everything. I love how durable and well made it is. My husband has had a large size one for going on 11 years now and it is still in pretty good shape. I am going to be back to get myself a size medium for long haul flights! It is really secure for crowded cities, airports etc. but also really easy to find what you afre looking for! This is the bag!

Love it!

This is my third bag and I have to say that I am addicted. I use mine just about everyday day for the gym. I also use it as my carry on when I travel. I love these bags

I bought this to take papers and books and such to work (I'm a social worker). It's nearly perfect. I do kind of wish it had more compartments for organizing small items inside and outside the bag, but that's not even a complaint. I'd highly recommend this bag.

I purchased this bag for airplane travel . I absolutely love it ! The bag is durable , very roomy and very comfortable to carry . I highly recommend it .

This is the second Timbuk 2 messenger bag I've bought. My other one is a medium, which is large enough to carry everything I need for a flight. The extra small is perfect for everyday trips around town. It holds everything I need and the Velcro and fasteners are very secure. I never worry about anyone reaching into my bag without me knowing, or anything falling out. You have to put a bit of effort into opening it - which is good!

This is the third timbuk2 bag I've owned. I wanted to try the extra small messenger as my everyday purse. I'm an active mom and super tough on bags. So far, this bag is withstanding my abuse. It has plenty of room for water, toys, snacks, a book and an iPad. I love how easy the straps adjust and the padding on the strap makes all the difference when it's loaded down. The only gripe is that the material holding the clips on the outer flap is getting worn and torn up by the velcro. I assume this is because I open and close is many times a day without placing the flap over the velcro perfectly. Overall, this bag is functional, roomy and deserving of 5 stars!

Grabbed this to replace a briefcase for work primarily to carry folders and my calendar to and from meetings. First impression was I should have got the Medium but was surprised that so far it's been able to fit everything I've need without issues. Know it will last, my second classic messenger, so durability isn't a concern. Being tall I wish the strap was a little longer but I can live with that. Overall satisfied, great product.

It is the perfect size for daily work if you DO NOT have to carry a laptop.

I bought to carry my laptop, notebook, and daily necessities (e.g. wallet, phone) back and forth to work. For trips, I prefer a backpack (I've had the same small Crumpler for 10 years). It's perfect. Not too big, waterproof, and I really like the look.

I can't say enough to really get across how much I love this bag. I use it almost daily. The one thing I did is buy more Velcro in order to prevent the bag from closing. At times I'm in and out of my bag all day, the rip, rip, rip was driving me crazy. Now the Velcro is covered so it doesn't catch, and if I need to lock the cover, I just use the straps.

Switched from a similar size leather messenger bag. This is half the weight, looks good, and well designed.

I was using a back pack for work, I am an On Call nurse, This works great ! I can carry all my necessities and more for a long day at work. Comfortable and roomy. !

This is an extremely well made and durable bag. Time will tell if it holds up to its reputation.

-works well for my rides to work -love the color -wish I'd gotten one size larger (medium instead of small)