Timbuk2 Classic Messenger XS - perfect fit together with apple case *pics inside

[lmg74]

I've been debating if I should get the xs or small classic messenger bag. I'll be using it as a everyday bag & my iPad will be in a Portenzo notebook style case which is about 10" x 7.8". Do you think I'll be ok with the xs or should I bump up to a small?

Thanks!

 

[zacheryjensen]

I've been debating if I should get the xs or small classic messenger bag. I'll be using it as a everyday bag & my iPad will be in a Portenzo notebook style case which is about 10" x 7.8". Do you think I'll be ok with the xs or should I bump up to a small?

Thanks!

The XS is doable but not much room will be leftover. Plus, the XS's I've seen in person are strangely shaped internally leaving very little "floor" area forcing your stuff to squish together. So, personally, I would not go with anything below the Classic Small in size.

 

[lmg74]

The XS is doable but not much room will be leftover. Plus, the XS's I've seen in person are strangely shaped internally leaving very little "floor" area forcing your stuff to squish together. So, personally, I would not go with anything below the Classic Small in size.

Thanks for the info! I cancelled my xs & ordered a small.

 

[jazz1]

Thanks for the info! I cancelled my xs & ordered a small.

Good choice. I have the XS and liked it a lot. But I found that more often than not I wished for a little more room.

 

[Sodner]

I got my wife and I each the Timbuk2 envelope sleeves for our iPad 2's and we both love them. Our iPads fit great with the smart cover on. I was so impressed I ordered the black Freestyle Netbook Messenger to use on an upcoming trip.

 

[entatlrg]

Anyone find the Timbuk2 Messenger bag straps a little short?

 

[jedolley]

Anyone find the Timbuk2 Messenger bag straps a little short?

Yes! However, they are made as true bike messenger bags and the reason they are short is they are meant to be worn close to the body.

 

[WoodrowCall]

Anyone find the Timbuk2 Messenger bag straps a little short?

It was the only reason I didn't buy one the other day. I'm still thinking about getting one though; for the price, there doesn't seem to be any real competition.

 

[machomer]

here with yoobao

Which bag is this? Do you find that its enough room to fit your ipad and dslr in the bag? From the pictures it looks like there might be a little extra room on the side of the camera to fit something else.

 

[jedolley]

Which bag is this? Do you find that its enough room to fit your ipad and dslr in the bag? From the pictures it looks like there might be a little extra room on the side of the camera to fit something else.

This is either the Classic Messenger (XS) or the Freestyle Messenger. The only difference between the two AFAIK, is that the Freestyle's iPad/Netbook pocket is more padded. I have the Classic Messenger (XS) and it's non-padded pocket provides ample storage and protection especially if you already have the iPad in some sort of case.

 

[machomer]

This is either the Classic Messenger (XS) or the Freestyle Messenger. The only difference between the two AFAIK, is that the Freestyle's iPad/Netbook pocket is more padded. I have the Classic Messenger (XS) and it's non-padded pocket provides ample storage and protection especially if you already have the iPad in some sort of case.

Thanks. I didn't know the difference between the two. I need to get to a store and check them out in person. Thanks for narrowing it down for me.


Anyone here recommend one bag over another for carrying your iPad and dslr around?

 

[entatlrg]

Has anyone tried the 11" MBA in the XS Messenger?

 

[fishcube]

I ordered the D-Lux racing stripe in small, to carry my iPad 2 in Portenzo case. I've read many places that the freestyle iPad pocket was too small for iPad with the larger cases, so opted for the small size. Also supposed to have longer strap on small over the freestyle. As i want to carry it like normal messenger but crossbody Will post pics once it arrives. I like that it has separate pocket for iPad.

 

[JonMPLS]

Just adding a data point . . .

I have both a XS and a S, and ended up liking the small more. It's an easier fit, and a little more versatile for other uses.

 

[ElCidRo]

I ordered the D-Lux racing stripe in small, to carry my iPad 2 in Portenzo case. I've read many places that the freestyle iPad pocket was too small for iPad with the larger cases, so opted for the small size. Also supposed to have longer strap on small over the freestyle. As i want to carry it like normal messenger but crossbody Will post pics once it arrives. I like that it has separate pocket for iPad.

the pics you promised please