Messenger Bag Junkie

Timbuk2 Blogger Laptop Messenger Bag

Timbuk2 brand messenger bags never fail to impress me. I was browsing around and came across their Blogger laptop messenger bag and it looks like a messenger bag I would buy. First off, the fact that they geared it towards the blogger is cool in itself. I can’t speak for everyone but being a blogger myself owning a variety of blogs, I dig it when there are products geared toward the blogger.

The big plus for this blogger messenger bag is the fact that - of course - it is made to hold a laptop. What is a blogger without a laptop? That is like peanut butter without the jelly, coffee without the cream, cereal without…you get the idea.

It is a vertical computer bag featuring 360-degree padded laptop protection (fits 13″ and 15″ laptops.) The laptop compartment is also corduroy-lined and padded. The back of the bag has extra padding along with a quick-release shoulder strap. This particular bag pictured here is made of ballistic nylon but you can also purchase it in mink fabric.

Bag Dimensions

The bag size only comes in medium and the dimensions are as follows:

Width - 11 in.
Height - 15 in.
Depth - 6 in.
Weight - 2.4 lbs.

This makes a great bag for the blogger as it is a perfect size for hauling not only your laptop but other necessities while your traveling from coffee shop to bookstore and more. I can picture myself hanging out in a nice park gathering my thoughts for my next blog post with this bag by my side. I think I just sold myself!

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.

Timbuk2 Classic Messenger Bags

When you think of the classic messenger bag, you can’t help but to immediately think of Timbuk2 classic messenger bags. Really, they have set the standard. You can find a number of bike messengers sporting these classic bags around in any busy city - New York city being a primary area.

What I love best about Timbuk2 bags is that you can customize them in so many color choices. They also come in so many cool sizes so that you can have one for casual cruising around town days or larger ones for the busy commute to and from work or school. I think Timbuk2 remains one of my favorite brand of messenger bag. There is no mistaking the style and 3 column color of the design.

They come in ballistic nylon and cordura fabrics. You can choose from sizes ranging from x-small to x-large. You can also find a wide variety of patterns as well if you don’t care for the solid colors. Personally, I like the solid colors. Most colors look great in the Timbuk2 classic messenger bag. The prices range from $90 to $130 for the classic messenger bag but you can find a variety of sizes and colors in my Timbuk2 store catalog listing priced much lower than retail.  You may even find a gently used one and save even more money.