Customer Reviews Timbuk2 Scholar Tote Pack

I've carried this bag daily for the last 6 months and it's everything I'd hoped for. It easily holds everything I take to work with plenty of space left over. The tote straps feel strong and comfortable, even when the bag is filled heavy. I also love the option to wear it as a backpack when I'm going to be walking around a construction site for awhile. The pockets, organizers, and zippers are well-designed. The only potential negative is that the side pockets are too slim for even skinny water bottles... I just store my water bottle in the main compartment. In all black, I really love the tough and highly functional aesthetic of this bag. And after 6 months of use, it still looks brand new. I can't wait to buy panniers next for my bike.

Love it for work and travel!!

This is a great commute to work bag. It fits my laptop, lunch, coffee thermos, wallet and a sweater if needed. But not too big, slim profile. Love that it converts from a shoulder bag to a tote. Pockets and organizer panels perfect for my work badge and wallet. Love the pop of color zippers. Wish the bag itself could be customized in different colors.

Wouldn't have bought normally since it wasn't made for a 15" laptop but happened upon a store and an associate brought out theirs to test and it does fit (sticks out above the pouch line but still fits below the flexible nylon zipper top). Also note that 1) the backpack straps can be completely stowed away in hidden pockets and 2) one of the side pockets was slightly roomier since the elastic was wider and it can fit my S'well bottle. Looking forward to using on days I go into the office! I would describe this as a very practical / sensible and well designed bag but not premium as the buckles and zipper are plastic. Would have loved even more in the "Eco Gravity" colorway and if it had another pocket for slipping over a luggage handle for travel.

Love all the pockets!! Makes my life better as all is organized for work. Would love additional colors.

I use this to carry a computer, some books, various papers, and a water bottle to work, and it holds up. While it is smaller than the bag it replaced, it carries everything better and more accessibly, with the various interior devisions and external pockets.

Perfect to tote equipment including a pair of free weights, resistance bands and water as well as an organized spot for keys and phone. Use weekly for my workout classes. Classmates have purchased after seeing mine. Great item.

I love this bag as my work back. I was using a tote bag but was over compensating with one shoulder. I love the backpack and tote options with this bag. It has pockets to keep everything organized and still looks professional.

I carry this bag to work daily. Love the pocket placement and dual strap systems.

I use this bag daily for work. As a nurse, this bag allows me to store all my gadgets easily. Easy access for my stethoscope from the back pocket. Love the color and I've gotten so much compliments.

I like the material and it is sturdy-made. Over-all it looks premium to me. I bought it for my wife and she loves it. The size was perfect. There was one thing missing, though, that she wished the bag had, a slot where the handle of trolley of hand carry bag would be. My wife wanted it as a travel bag.

I absolutely love this bag! It is the perfect size and has everything I need to organize my stuff.

I absolutely love this bag! It's the perfect size and has everything you need to organize your stuff.

This is a great and versatile little bag perfect for daily use on a college campus. Easy to tote when I've just got a laptop and some papers -- and to convert to a backpack when I'm loaded with additional books and resources.

Great size for commuting without the bulk. Can fit a 13" laptop, water bottle, notebook and some essentials. Comfortable straps that fall just right for a petite frame.

I wanted a nicer backpack to wear while traveling in Asia- something I can use while I'm out all day and that looks nice enough for dinner out. This fits a day's worth of supplies without being bulky. And people compliment me on it when I'm out!

My husband recommended this brand, he has two and loves it. I was hesitant at first coz I love colorful designs but I needed a bag that I can use to travel everyday for work that can hold a 14 inch laptop. I gave this a shot and love the design, love the colorful zippers. Laptop, lunch, thin jacket, water bottle and things I need for work fit. I am 4'11 and this bag is the right size, does not look big on me. I can use it as a backpack and shoulder bag. The shoulder straps are a little hard to tuck in when i don't wanna use it as a backpack, it took me a while the first time, u need to get used to tucking it in. I can definitely work on that since this bag definitely is well made!

Extremely versatile and well made - works for so many circumstances. fits everything you need but not too bulky

Use this bag for work every day. Great organization.

Really happy with this! Everything i'd hoped for. It's lighter than a structured backpack but is still comfortable to wear or carry with my laptop and a full day's worth of work. The conversion to a tote works well too. Pockets are well placed/sized. It looks professional and is really convenient.

Exactly that I expected. Spacious and comfortable

Really wonderful bag for work travel. I do wish the side pockets were bigger and could accommodate a water bottle. It does hold my larger laptop and notebooks. The exterior pockets are great.

I use this backpack to commute to the office daily and it is great. It keeps everything dry, has a sleek silhouette, and even fits my lunch container or a pair of shoes (not both). It's work appropriate and I can take public transit with it so I don't kill my shoulder with a purse. The pockets are great - I truly can't compliment this bag enough for both form and function.

This is the best work bag to carry my laptop and never worry about having to cleaning off the dog hair off. I tried leather totes but heavy and can't take the rain. The bag has great lean lines but carries a lot, all well organized. I want to get a bright color for the weekend, hope different colors available in U.S. soon.

It's perfect for work, and looks great as either a backpack or tote bag. It takes a little bit to get the backpack straps tucked away when converting to tote, but once you get the situated, they are almost completely hidden. Even though it's on the smaller side, it fits my 14" Dell laptop and everything I need for the office. I definitely recommend