If you were to purchase a messenger bag, which brand you get? $200 is approximately the price limit. I want something durable that will last many years.
Timbuktu?
Tumi?
Keen?
Osprey?
Other?

1/28/2008 4:17:15 PM

don't you mean "man purse"?

1/28/2008 4:19:09 PM

Yes, a large version of a murse.

1/28/2008 4:22:14 PM

heh, i hope you have a laptop

1/28/2008 4:23:32 PM

Have you got "the gay"?

1/28/2008 4:26:32 PM

^ No, hate gays but love to accessorize.

And yes, it must hold a laptop and look a little more mature than a backpack.

1/28/2008 4:30:49 PM

I bought one to carry my laptop in for 4.98 at Target and I love it.

1/28/2008 4:42:33 PM

i dunno if it's manly enough...


[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 4:46 PM. Reason : ]

1/28/2008 4:45:40 PM

otherwise, i like banana's leather messenger bags...or if you're going for something with a balistic nylon feel, crumpler.

1/28/2008 4:49:48 PM

REI has that design your own messenger bag thing.

1/28/2008 5:02:53 PM

Get a leather one for sure. (My vote goes for Fossil... but I don't really know the brands you listed very well)

www.fossil.com

Top 3 (IMO):
1. Graham Messenger
2. Dakota Messenger
3. Clapton Messenger

www.wilsonsleather.com
Also, I love my leather jacket from Wilson's leather. I've had it for atleast 8 years now, and it still looks great. Wilson's is having a "Final Clearance Sale" right now, so you could probably get a really nice leather messenger for a great price. After a quick glance online, it looks like they're averaging about $60 for $100-$150 bags.


[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 5:17 PM. Reason : more]

1/28/2008 5:03:46 PM

CRUMPLER!

1/28/2008 5:30:33 PM

so is it socially acceptable to have a murse now? i know jack bauer started wearing one

1/28/2008 6:24:44 PM

It's not a murse if you sling it over your head. Only if you carry it on one shoulder.

And there is a big difference between cyclist messenger bags and your typical bookbag messenger bags. A cyclists one will sit really low and wrap part of the way around your hips so that it actually stays put when you're cranking on a bicycle. The ones like alibaby posted will not stay on your back when you're on a bike. They will slide around to the front and be in the way of your legs. Just an FYI if you're considering something for bicycling.

[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 7:11 PM. Reason : l]

1/28/2008 7:09:45 PM

I like this one

http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/retail/catalog.htm?categoryId=85&skusetId=29

Timbuk2 Commute

1/28/2008 7:35:48 PM

For nicer looking, go with Jack Spade.
http://www.jackspade.com/shop/home.php

For bomb-proof, I would say Timbuktu.

1/28/2008 7:37:00 PM

The ww2 generation would kick our asses

1/28/2008 7:49:24 PM

1/28/2008 7:59:11 PM

Jack Spade bags are so plain. No character.

1/28/2008 8:05:51 PM

Ive got this http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330205709560 i can sell it to you brand new

1/28/2008 8:44:42 PM

timbuk2 will last forever. they are really nice, but they aren't the classiest looking bags.

1/28/2008 9:02:08 PM

jack spade.

http://www.jackspade.com/shop/home.php?cat=305

http://www.jackspade.com/shop/home.php?cat=306

[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 9:37 PM. Reason : and]

1/28/2008 9:35:57 PM

walmart yo...the more expensive the bag you get the more queer you are

1/28/2008 9:40:47 PM

Quote :

"the more expensive the bag you get the more queer you are ladies notice"

1/28/2008 9:53:09 PM

patagonia makes a really nice bag imo

two sizes i think

and if it breaks or gets wornout, send it back and you'll get a new one (95% of the time, or they'll repair it, but ive never had them do that)

that's actually with all patagonia products, and most people dont know that

1/28/2008 9:55:29 PM

Quote :

"REI has that design your own messenger bag thing."

yeah it's for timbuk2 bags.

all the manufacturers you listed are durable.

timbuk2 and keen are two brands that are highly rated.

[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 10:08 PM. Reason : eh]

1/28/2008 10:07:15 PM

I'm looking for a bag that can be worn as a messenger bag, AND that can also be worn like a traditional bookbag / backpack. Do they make such a product? If so what brand / model is best?

[Edited on January 28, 2008 at 10:32 PM. Reason : edit]

1/28/2008 10:23:24 PM

yes, my aunt got me one for christmas, and its currently in my parent's garage back home

1/28/2008 10:25:58 PM

Quote :

"the more expensive the bag you get the more queer you are ladies notice"

who the fuck cares what some materialistic broad notices....they aint worth impressing

1/28/2008 10:27:14 PM

i got a custom timbuk2 messenger bag

i LOVE it-- pretty much the best purchase in the last 12 months

i use it at work and get tons of compliments (mostly on my color combo-- it stands out in its own way-- can't get too crazy in corporate america)

i got the extra padded strap on for it and it makes a huge difference, no matter how much shit i have packed in the bag it sits comfortably on my shoulder

1/29/2008 1:35:59 AM

1/29/2008 8:08:23 AM

timbuk2 ftw

1/29/2008 8:19:55 AM

http://www.rei.com/product/765743 is the most durable i've seen.

i have the patagonia half mass and really like it

1/29/2008 4:31:57 PM

i got a crumpler for christmas and i love it. get one of those.

edit: also look at freitag - i saw a few of them when i was in europe. mainly cool cause they used recycled truck tarps, not sure about anything else regarding them though. but definitely look at crumpler.

[Edited on January 29, 2008 at 6:38 PM. Reason : .]

1/29/2008 6:37:38 PM

freitag bags are neat, but nothing more. expensive as hell too.

1/29/2008 11:20:09 PM

I'd kind of like to get one of these, since my laptop bag isn't big enough to carry much of anything besides the laptop itself. $1-200 seems like an awful lot to spend though.

1/29/2008 11:24:24 PM

got a ben sherman one. it's perfect for the shit i carry (laptop, notebook, book, pens, headphones, small etc's.)

1/29/2008 11:25:31 PM

Quote :

"$1"

$1 is too much for you? damn!

1/29/2008 11:53:26 PM

target

20 bucks

1/30/2008 8:43:02 AM

Wilson's Leather in Southpoint is where I got mine. It was $100, but on sale for much less.

1/30/2008 1:11:49 PM

I have a coach messenger bag that can also double as my briefcase.

But I like the banana republic messenger bag.

1/30/2008 2:05:09 PM

so very *beep Beep*

1/30/2008 2:16:00 PM

bttt

3/1/2009 12:07:29 AM

J.Crew makes a great messenger bag, if you are willing to pay a little bit. I got mine a few Christmases ago and its a great for a carry-on bag or overnight trips.

Very similar, if not exactly the same, as the one in that picture from '24'

3/1/2009 12:23:50 AM

Messenger bags will mess up your back. It's not the weight that does it, it's the imbalance. Use a wheeled airport luggage thing, there are some really light ones.

3/1/2009 12:38:00 AM

So i'm looking for a bag to replace my large back pack that i carry to school. I also want to be able to carry it around while hanging out and not be too obtrusive. Been looking at timbuk2 and mountain hardwear bags. Stuck between these two:

http://www.rei.com/product/772295



http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/laptop/laptop-messenger-style/commute-slim



Anyone have any experience with these? Everyone tells me to go timbuk2.

^i agree for larger bags. I'm not trying to carry that much. I have a 10" netbook and maybe some books.

3/1/2009 2:59:02 AM

i've got both. the mountain hardware is good if you carry a lot of shit and have to have it attached to your bag as it has a lot of nooks and crannys that the other bag doesn't.

the timbuk2 bag fit some stuff, your laptop, and some other crap.

i've had the timbuk2 bag for a decade now and it's never let me down. the mountain hardware bag is a recent addition so the jury is still out. nothing bad about it. quality is good.

i will say this, if you are a simple person who doesn't need a lot of bullshit and is looking for a bag that is functional without being complicated, the timbuk2 bag is your best bet.

3/1/2009 4:25:09 AM

After reading this thread, I conclude that some people have some insecurity about their sexuality, and an unfocused hatred towards gays. All this because of a bag to carry your stuff.

3/1/2009 11:15:30 AM

^

3/1/2009 11:32:49 AM

Get this one:
http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/viewPrd.asp?idcategory=13&idproduct=62
It is well constructed, has padding if you want to carry a lap top and doubles as an awesome range bag. Also has a lifetime warranty.

3/1/2009 11:50:11 AM