The Timbuk2 Lex Pack
Are you a serious bicycle messenger? If so, then you have probably heard of this bicycle messenger bag from Timbuk2 called the “Lex Pack.” This messenger bag was designed by a bicycle messenger named Joe Urich who has nine years under his belt as a bike messenger. He also interned at Timbuk2 for a summer. What is so cool about this bag is the fact that it is made like a backpack with the straps on the back.
Many bike messengers prefer this style of wear. While the single sling strap on most messenger bags is still my favorite, I can see how the double straps can come in handy if you are really working your way through traffic as well as in and out of buildings. I suppose the side carry of typical messenger bags can be a hindrance for some people. For the casual user, single straps are much easier to tote around.
However, I can totally find use out of the Lex pack. The medium size is just right for daily use but if you need more room, it is also available in large and extra large sizes. Timbuk2 also took care in building it for comfort with extra padded shoulder straps and a molded back panel. Overall the bag is lightweight and comes with removable extension straps for oversized packages (L, XXL only.) I think Joe did an excellent job in designing this bag and I can see why it is a popular choice among bike messengers as well as for regular folks. Stop by the online store to see a popular selection of Timbuk2 messenger bags on sale now.
