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What's a good messenger bag brand? |
Or what are some materials that I should be looking for in a bag which I know are waterproof? Timbuk2 is too pricy for me. I'd prefer something under $100. Here in Manhattan, the #1 messengerland, Timbuk2 is king. My seven-year-old bag is still going strong; back then, it cost $70. Sometimes certain designers have a good bag made for them; even Coach markets a "messenger" bag. It sucks that real inflation is driving up the cost of quality goods. It is hard to avoid. I agree their premium is a bit expensive; unfortunately, they went "trendy" marketing to models, designers, and wall street types; and I feel have become a bit overpriced. But it is difficult to find an equivalent. Manhattan Portage makes messenger bags that are almost as good. From your expectation of an above-$100 price, I assume you need a Large size bag. You can find manhattan Portage in Large for $65-75, for example: http://www.luggage.com/manhattan-portage... The best material for waterproof quality is oiled canvas, which is used to make this Manhattan Portage model: http://www.luggage.com/manhattan-portage... If you dig a bit on the 'Net, you can find Timbuk2 in Large, for $80 or less; for instance: http://www.6pm.com/timbuk2/classic_messe... You can always look on auction sites, but beware that some messenger bags get really pounded on, and can be worn out. Make sure you get a good look, inside and out. Check all buckles for cracks, these can break with use, and require repair. Source(s): Three years of bicycle messenger work, some ages ago in my life. I like these: http://www.chromebags.com/ im going with eric on this. search out the best deal on a timbuck2. ive had mine for 8 or so years. i beat the hell out of it in seattle as a commuter student with books and a laptop. now i commute in jersey with the same bag. they wear nicely both fit and durability. i soak mine with sweat every day and nothing gets through even after all these years. I own and happen to really like Ogio. http://www.ogio.com/ |
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