Back in the mid 90s I was a bike messenger in Houston and had a Timbuktu-I believe-and it kept my packages and other stuff dry during those days when it would rain 18 inches in a 10 hour span. It’ll handle heavy rain.
The TPU makes it fully waterproof. I was a bike Messenger in Chicago and it handled blizzards, slush, rain, you name it. I cannot recall a single water damaged delivery
i'm looking for a bag that will last be through my final year of high school and throughout college--this comprehensive video has been very useful in helping me justify this purchase and pick the correct size.
Good info! Was about to decide which one to get but so many colours are out of stock at oribags... wanna get the bookish model.. also, should have included cm since Malaysians are more used to metric system, something to do with UK..
Nice review. It helps me to decide which bag I want to buy.. however the measurement you provided are they the outside or inside measurements? I want to put a camera devider insert.
Thank you so much your review, I am looking at Messenger bag and really need to know what size and how to look like I love the compare of it, appreciate.
I just bought the Small one in bookish color, i absolutely love it and I'm tempted to buy same color in Xsmall to fit my kindle and ipad mini and a book. Still not sure if I should spend in another one lol
@@benjjjjsin yes, both the xsmall and the small can fit an ipad mini. The small one just seems so big for my ipad mini and kindle so I'd like the xsmall as it seems more suitable for these 2 devices.
Thank you for this thorough review, I am keen on the XS size, however, my tablet dimensions are 11.3 x 8.23 x 0.37 inches, would I able to squeeze it inside the bag or no?
I bought one size s two mouth ago, and I want to carry more stuff for my work,so…. I order a size m few days ago. One for work and one for traveling. Nice bag
hello, any recommendations for a Camera insert compartment for the small size bag? The Timbuk2 is pretty awesome look, but I need to use them for camera not messenger.. Thanks
Hey! Thanks a lot for this video. My question: Does the smallest one (XS) fit a new iPad Pro 13" M4 model? Thanks a lot for the answer. (It's hard to find a compact bag especially for the everyday use with an 13-iPad - not bigger laptops & Co.)
I'm between a small and a medium. I use a Samsung Galaxy S21 plus phone though. And I know my 32oz (960ml) owalla water bottle won't fit in a water bottle pocket but has anyone stored theirs in the middle part successfully? I thought about clipping it on to the D ring but I feel like that would be obnoxiously smacking me when walking? Any thoughts?
@@SailorSaturn-iw1lw 960ml is a pretty big bottle. If you place it in the middle it might make the bag bow down and yes clipping it on the D ring will make it swing about and smacking you while walking. Suggest you cozy up the bottle on the side and have your other items snug it on the side. Or you can opt for the Flight messenger. It has all the features of the classic but with additional features that make it travel friendly. Flight messenger comes with an internal compression strap that can help hold the bag in shape. But it cost a bit more than the classic
can you quickly un-buckle the strap to remove the bag? I'm always wearing a hat and I tend to knock off my own hat, or a lot of times, my own hair lol will get tugged on when I traditionally have to remove bags from over my head. It's kind of a pet-peeve. It might sound strange, but I have long curl hair and always wear my hat backwards
Get a couple pieces of one sided Velcro, cut them down and match them up to the Velcro on the bag. Voila, no problems. Then just use the clips to close.
I love my size S. My size M though. Not quite so much. Why in hell would they make such a short strap? I’m 172 cm short and the bag rests way too high at its lowest position. The size S can get longer down to my ass. The size M cannot reach my ass. It’s annoying since I prefer it resting around the waist line when just walking. So have in mind that choosing size M will get you a bag, that sits further up. Also annoying when you have to reach into the bag when pushing the bag unto you stomach and it can’t get further down. Really a stupid design flaw IMO. Why the hell wouldn’t it make sense to have the bags straps reach the same length? Other than that this bag is great, but I wish I would have gone for another brand with size M because of this strap crap.
@@ORIBAGSOfficial The straps are working fine. Fully extended the S is 125 cm (49,2”) and the M is only 122 cm (48”) in length. So they are not even the same length. The M bag is both wider and taller than the S and logically you would think that putting the same strap length on the M size, would decrease how far it can reach down your back. That’s logic, right? The longer width alone decreases the reach of the strap. But they end up putting a shorter strap on the M. Isn’t that a design flaw? I would say so. They didn’t even make it equal in length. Shorter! 😳 I would say that it is really stupid actually. If one of my 2 bags possesses a wrong strap length, that just raises questions about Timbuk2’s quality control. I highly doubt that this is the issue. So just have that in mind if considering the M size. I would go for something else. The S is cool though. Just not big enough for work or school if carrying a laptop, water bottles, books or whatever. The laptop needs a heavy protection sleeve in this bag and the S is too small for that, if you have anything above a 13” laptop. My 13” MacBook air M1 in a sleeve fits, if I make it fit. It’s tough to get it in and out and takes some effort, but it can be done. That’s why I went for the M size for school. I’m probably gonna sell this M size, when finding the right one for me. To me it’s children’s logic, that a wider bag demands a longer strap. And if I wanted to wear a bag on my back, so it’s wet from sweat, I would chose a backpack. I want it wearable down the waist.
You won’t get a better review than this. Thank you.
Aww thanks. Glad you found it helpful.
Back in the mid 90s I was a bike messenger in Houston and had a Timbuktu-I believe-and it kept my packages and other stuff dry during those days when it would rain 18 inches in a 10 hour span. It’ll handle heavy rain.
Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience!
I was debating between the M and S. This was very helpful. Thanks for the awesome detailed review.
Glad it was helpful!
got my Timbuk2 (M) on 24th June 2024
i love the bag so much.
thanks for the review
I'm from Tanzania, East Africa
Fantastic! Hello from Malaysia! Let us what you think of the bag!
Found a brand new one at salvation army for 5 bucks 🎉🎉🎉
That’s crazy!
🎉same but mine was 10 $ medium size 🎉 black and hits of neon green. Looks real nice.
The TPU makes it fully waterproof. I was a bike Messenger in Chicago and it handled blizzards, slush, rain, you name it. I cannot recall a single water damaged delivery
Awesome. Thanks for you sharing your experience!
Really really thorough. I've decided to buy the S and am waiting for shipment. Can't wait!
Hope you enjoy it!
i'm looking for a bag that will last be through my final year of high school and throughout college--this comprehensive video has been very useful in helping me justify this purchase and pick the correct size.
So glad that our video was helpful.
The pocket you stowed the sunglasses is also known as "napoleon pocket" and can be accessed without opening the main flap. 😉
Thanks for highlighting that!
I have the small, dark navy color with a neon yellow interior, pretty cool! Must be some special edition or something!
That’s cool!
Helpful video. The kung fu punch noises as you add items to the pockets is very interesting.
Glad it was helpful!
I love it
I just ordered my custom XS messenger this Friday, very exited to use it for work and while I ride my bike! I made sure to match the bag to my bike 🎉
Wow! Be sure you share your experience with it!
This was a very informative review. My only wish would be to see a few textbooks in the main compartment of the medium so I could better gauge size.
Well noted for our up coming videos.
This bag will outlive you and most likely your children. I own 2, one from 1995 that is still used almost daily, another from 2009, same usage.
That is amazing! Great Heirloom!
Good info! Was about to decide which one to get but so many colours are out of stock at oribags... wanna get the bookish model.. also, should have included cm since Malaysians are more used to metric system, something to do with UK..
Sure thing. Will include metrics next time too.
Nice review. It helps me to decide which bag I want to buy.. however the measurement you provided are they the outside or inside measurements? I want to put a camera devider insert.
Hi thanks for watching. It’s the outside measurement
What is the exact color of the red small bag
Thank you so much your review, I am looking at Messenger bag and really need to know what size and how to look like
I love the compare of it, appreciate.
You are most welcome. Happy our videos helped!
Great review. I found one on eBay - under $40
Thank you, this is an incredibly helpful video!
You're most welcome. Thanks for watching.
I just bought the Small one in bookish color, i absolutely love it and I'm tempted to buy same color in Xsmall to fit my kindle and ipad mini and a book. Still not sure if I should spend in another one lol
Hi! So the small one can’t fit an ipad mini?
@@benjjjjsin yes, both the xsmall and the small can fit an ipad mini. The small one just seems so big for my ipad mini and kindle so I'd like the xsmall as it seems more suitable for these 2 devices.
Thank you for this thorough review, I am keen on the XS size, however, my tablet dimensions are 11.3 x 8.23 x 0.37 inches, would I able to squeeze it inside the bag or no?
I bought one size s two mouth ago, and I want to carry more stuff for my work,so…. I order a size m few days ago. One for work and one for traveling. Nice bag
hello, any recommendations for a Camera insert compartment for the small size bag? The Timbuk2 is pretty awesome look, but I need to use them for camera not messenger.. Thanks
This sold me. Thank you
Very informative, do you know the dimension of Flight Classic Messenger Sling Bag? Thanks
Hey! Thanks a lot for this video. My question: Does the smallest one (XS) fit a new iPad Pro 13" M4 model? Thanks a lot for the answer. (It's hard to find a compact bag especially for the everyday use with an 13-iPad - not bigger laptops & Co.)
Hey there, unfortunately iPad Pro 13" might be a little too big for the XS. Might wanna consider the S size instead.
I need a bag to hold 8.5"x11" papers.....i can't believe that was left off your packing list
Thank you, this video helped me make my decision
Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching
Lovely! Can’t wait to watch the product intro.
Hope you like it!
there's an updated version of this bag, i hope you feature/review that as well. thanks 😊
I'll check it out!
Would the Small size fit a DSLR and a reasonable sized lens?
Yes it would however, there is not protection offered by the bag ya. Need to make sure you have protection for the lease and DSLR
Is the strap reversible? Can it be used on the left side for lefties?
Hi there, the straps are not reversible. You can still use it for lefties.
Halo Kakak, izin bertanya....apa beda classic messenger dengan flight classic ?....terima kasih
Can it be worn as shoulderbag too? The S sized one atleast
If you mean just slinging it over the shoulder then yes absolutely it can. Adjust the strap to your preferred length and you're good to go.
I'm between a small and a medium. I use a Samsung Galaxy S21 plus phone though. And I know my 32oz (960ml) owalla water bottle won't fit in a water bottle pocket but has anyone stored theirs in the middle part successfully? I thought about clipping it on to the D ring but I feel like that would be obnoxiously smacking me when walking? Any thoughts?
@@SailorSaturn-iw1lw 960ml is a pretty big bottle. If you place it in the middle it might make the bag bow down and yes clipping it on the D ring will make it swing about and smacking you while walking. Suggest you cozy up the bottle on the side and have your other items snug it on the side. Or you can opt for the Flight messenger. It has all the features of the classic but with additional features that make it travel friendly. Flight messenger comes with an internal compression strap that can help hold the bag in shape. But it cost a bit more than the classic
can you quickly un-buckle the strap to remove the bag? I'm always wearing a hat and I tend to knock off my own hat, or a lot of times, my own hair lol will get tugged on when I traditionally have to remove bags from over my head. It's kind of a pet-peeve. It might sound strange, but I have long curl hair and always wear my hat backwards
haha legit question though, gives me an idea to include this "Will it knock off my hat" test in my future videos. haha
Straight and to the point. Perfect video, thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Great than Herschel lol. I have the medium & xtra small. Awesome pockets & looks Price is very reasonable Love them all 😜👍🙏❤️🇨🇦
Thanks for watching!
Exciteddd!
Woohoo!
Very helpful. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Best bag for 14" laptop?
Hey there, we have many great bags for 14" laptop. Can browse our website Oribags.com for all the options.
Hey, which laptop sleeve you used in the video?
Hey there that was a very old Bellroy laptop sleeve. Got it ages ago. They don’t make them anymore
Thanks!
I have the small and its quite big by My standard . I wish i had bought xs
I agree! The M size was HUGE for me.
apa kabar.. terima kasih for the video.. now know which one that i want to buy✌️
Sama-Sama bro!
Needs a highs liner I can't see anything inside this bsg
can xs size fit an ipad air gen 5 ？
Will 13 inches laptoo fit into the XS?
No
What is the liter capacity on the CD version
Xtra small version
The only thing i dont like about this bag is the velcro making too much noise when opening it
lol ....oh yes, it does indeed make a lot of noise.
Get a couple pieces of one sided Velcro, cut them down and match them up to the Velcro on the bag. Voila, no problems. Then just use the clips to close.
how abt 16" mbp?
Headless lady for the win 💀
haha
You forgot the large size....
I love my size S. My size M though. Not quite so much. Why in hell would they make such a short strap? I’m 172 cm short and the bag rests way too high at its lowest position. The size S can get longer down to my ass. The size M cannot reach my ass. It’s annoying since I prefer it resting around the waist line when just walking. So have in mind that choosing size M will get you a bag, that sits further up. Also annoying when you have to reach into the bag when pushing the bag unto you stomach and it can’t get further down. Really a stupid design flaw IMO. Why the hell wouldn’t it make sense to have the bags straps reach the same length? Other than that this bag is great, but I wish I would have gone for another brand with size M because of this strap crap.
Oh dear, did you check that the straps are working fine?
@@ORIBAGSOfficial The straps are working fine. Fully extended the S is 125 cm (49,2”) and the M is only 122 cm (48”) in length. So they are not even the same length. The M bag is both wider and taller than the S and logically you would think that putting the same strap length on the M size, would decrease how far it can reach down your back. That’s logic, right? The longer width alone decreases the reach of the strap. But they end up putting a shorter strap on the M. Isn’t that a design flaw? I would say so. They didn’t even make it equal in length. Shorter! 😳 I would say that it is really stupid actually. If one of my 2 bags possesses a wrong strap length, that just raises questions about Timbuk2’s quality control. I highly doubt that this is the issue. So just have that in mind if considering the M size. I would go for something else. The S is cool though. Just not big enough for work or school if carrying a laptop, water bottles, books or whatever. The laptop needs a heavy protection sleeve in this bag and the S is too small for that, if you have anything above a 13” laptop. My 13” MacBook air M1 in a sleeve fits, if I make it fit. It’s tough to get it in and out and takes some effort, but it can be done. That’s why I went for the M size for school. I’m probably gonna sell this M size, when finding the right one for me.
To me it’s children’s logic, that a wider bag demands a longer strap. And if I wanted to wear a bag on my back, so it’s wet from sweat, I would chose a backpack. I want it wearable down the waist.
this video is the best!!. I've been hesitating whether to get the M o S. But now im sure I'll get the M one.
Glad to hear that our video was helpful!
Size m for me.👍👍
Good choice!
Why is your head out of frame?
LOL focus is on the products.
Wall2wall bags
Apakabar?😊
Khabar baik bro! 😎