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6/07/2013

20"ADVENTURER SLING MESSENGER SHOULDER SINGLE STRAP Daypack BACKPACK BAG-Navy Review

20ADVENTURER SLING MESSENGER SHOULDER SINGLE STRAP Daypack BACKPACK BAG-Navy
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This is a very nice pack for a very low price. I needed a pack for day hikes with my dogs. All the gear I shopped was over priced and not what I was looking for. I settled for this pack because of the money. I'm glad I did. Very functional and good quality.

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6/04/2013

District Threads Vertical Notebook Canvas Field Bag Review

District Threads Vertical Notebook Canvas Field Bag
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I did a lot of research locating and finally deciding to buy this particular messenger bag. I was looking for something not too large (including depth), and something masculine looking. I read the many favorable reviews for this bag's horizontal counterpart, and decided to buy it based largely on the reviews and the quality of the bag as mentioned in the reviews. I thought the vertical orientation would be less obtrusive and less metrosexual looking; I'm just a guy. As a color, I didn't want olive green. The "stone" color looked good, but my wife suggested getting the charcoal, as it would not show dirt, etc., so easily. The color is good; it has a stone washed, slightly worn/broken in appearance to the fabric. Since the enclosed product information cautioned that the color may rub off, I washed it before using; there was no change in the appearance - it really looks good.
I wanted something to carry around on my vacations. As a tourist, I find myself picking up free magazine type literature, pamphlets, brochures, etc., all sorts of things that 'pack rat' guys like me pick up along the way, and just didn't want to carry these around in my hands. Besides, wives really don't want to haul this stuff around in their purses either. I also wanted something to carry any small item purchases. It fulfilled my needs as expected. It has lots and lots of pockets, both large and small. I didn't intend to carry notebooks in it, but wanted to see what a couple of reviewers of the horizontal version were griping about, it being too small. I could fit two (2) 11.5" x 11" x 2.25" notebooks in it and still had room in the main compartment as well as had all of the smaller pockets yet available for use; no problem. I think that if someone needed more room than this, then they would be better off with a backpack; more room and more ergonomically suitable. It is very well made and sturdy, with thick fabric and good stitching, and has a very adjustable strap.
The only fault I have with it is that I intended to buy something not quite as large (hence, only four stars). Based on the measurements provided in the product description ("Dimensions: 10"h x 12"w x 3.5"d") I thought that this would really be great. The acutal bag is somewhat larger than this (measuring from seam-to-seam): 15"h x 12"w x 3.5"d. There's not a whole lot of difference here (well, the five inches vertically is a lot...), but that extra length bothers me somewhat. (I can understand how the short person previous reviewer of this bag would feel that it would be too long; it is long.) However, anyone who uses this for notebooks, books, large writing/drawing pads, etc., would likely appreciate the extra length. Overall it is a good bag, and I will keep it and continue to use it.

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6/01/2013

Amaro 61007 Small Century Messenger Bag - Black Review

Amaro 61007 Small Century Messenger Bag - Black
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This is a decent messenger/day trip bag. It has a zipper at the top of the flap, making the flap a pocket and the same on the back of the bag. These are full sized and the only two zippered pockets accessible from the outside. as well there is a zippered "pouch" pocket under the flap on the front of the main compartment. This is where there are small organizer slots for small items (credit cards) and 3 or so pens. No clip for holding keys. The main compartment is zippered across the top and has another zippered "slot" on the inside back of the main compartment. It runs the whole width of the bag and most of the height of the inside. I will keep a small internet tablet (7" screen) in it but it isn't appropriate for even a netbook, I don't think. The zipper closing the main compartment requires both hands to open and close (minor issue). On the outside ends are a couple of pockets. One is canvas with a Velcro closure cover and the other is a small "stretch net" suitable for a small umbrella or a very small water bottle. The shoulder strap is wide and adjustable but doesn't swivel...it is sewn into the bag at end. The main flap cover is held closed by one plastic snap buckle....which is ok but I hope the flap lays flat during it's life. There is no handle across the top for easy grabbing, I'm going to add a simple one by having my seamstress sew a 1 inch wide handle of the same material the strap is made of. It will be attached at the top of the back panel as not to put pressure on the flap and provide better balance. There's about a 1 inch area that doesn't affect any of the pockets where it can be attached. I've missed having a handle. I'll also have a key clip added somewhere on the inside of the "pouch" pocket where the organizer is located.
All-in-all it is a decent bag which will hold enough stuff. I was able to comfortably get my mother's 11.6" screen (with extended battery) netbook into the main compartment (not in the inside back zippered slot) and there was plenty of room for computer accessories and a couple of small books. No padding. I really think that a price of $16.99 +/- is fair but anything much more is overpriced, in my opinion.

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5/29/2013

Hideo Wakamatsu Body III Ninja 3 Pocket Black Review

Hideo Wakamatsu Body III Ninja 3 Pocket Black
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The three front pockets are useless as the zipper is too tight, you can't even put your fingers inside if you want to put something in and pull it out.
As for the main compartment, it is so hard to open it as you need to peel off really thick velcro, unsnap a bulky plastic closure, and open two zippers. So impractical.

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JanSport Flash Review

JanSport Flash
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This is a great bag, and it's exactly what I expected it to be. I bought it for a 15" Macbook Pro, which fits comfortably. The bag provides enough protection to give me peace of mind while transporting my MBP, along with an assortment of ample storage pockets. I can fit the charger, a notebook, pens, blackberry, and a few software titles just fine. The great thing about the bag though, is that if you don't need all that storage space, the bag still looks relatively slim and compact. I'll chalk that up to intelligent design.
If my MBP was ever going to be off my person (say in an overhead bin on an airplane, or something) then I would definitely want more protection. But if you are just taking it to work or school, this bag is perfectly sufficient.
The construction of this bag is very solid, and while I've only had it for about 5 weeks now, I expect it to hold up for a long time. I had a similar JanSport laptop bag before this, and it prompted me to stick with a name I trust.
As far as aesthetics, I really like the look of the bag. It's not too casual and not too serious, just the right balance. I got the Sumo Green color, and it's an exact match to the product pictures. So, it's a shade of brown, despite the name. I was worried it would show up in a puke green color.
Overall, I am very happy. Great bag, ample storage, rugged design, attractive look, and the price is actually pretty good for the bag, in my opinion.

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5/22/2013

District Threads Canvas Field Bag Review

District Threads Canvas Field Bag
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It's a pretty nice bag for a couple books and odds. The side pockets don't have much give to them so if you put large objects in they bulge quite a bit, which makes them essentially useless. So you basically have one main compartment.
Unfortunately it's a bit small bordering on purse-ish. I'm a grad-student in the sciences and I like to work with a clipboard, if it was slightly larger so I could fit my clipboard in it would be about perfect. This was my fault for not checking the size, though. District Threads offers a field-bag that would have fit my clipboard. If you work on smaller items like moleskines then this bag will be an okay size for you. I didn't take off any stars for the size issue, just be aware.
I should note this is not a real canvas bag, it's pretty flimsy cotton and I expect it will wear through pretty fast if you subject it to much. Which kind of defeats the purpose of a canvas bag.

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5/21/2013

Timbuk2 Bifold Wallet Review

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I already owned a nice Mont Blanc leather wallet but decided I wanted a new, fun wallet to use. For classier duties, I could always go back to the black leather wallet. The Timbuk2 bifold caught my eye because I'm a big fan of their messenger bags and laptop cases. For the most part, the Timbuk2 Bifold Wallet met my expectations and needs, for about 2 months.
First, I found the dimensions to be appropriate (W-4.13 x H-3.74 x D-0.39). It's a little shorter, but wider than my leather wallet. The Timbuk2's dimensions made more sense to me since most back pockets are typically wide and sometimes short. It fit in my Lucky Brand jeans just fine. The ballistic nylon material feels sturdy enough to take some abuse. "Super-durable ballistic nylon and a slim design so you won't look like you've got a giant a**."
Unfortunately, there are only 4 card slots, which is surprising given that it's actually wider than my leather wallet which has 6 card slots AND 2 side slots. One of the card slots is an ID slot for your driver's license or school ID. I was at least able to put 2 cards in each slot. Also, the slots are deep so you won't be able to eyeball what's in them like you can with some wallets where you can see the top edge to identify them. The main billfold has a divider so you can separate your bills or keep receipts on one side and bills on the other.
The last design note worth mentioning is the stretchy band. At first I really didn't think I would use it or want to. But the wallet won't completely shut, even empty, unless you strap it with the band. This may be cumbersome to some people, but it didn't bother me. It is probably the least durable part of the wallet though, so it may fray or wear over time. If so, Timbuk2 will more than likely take care of it as they stand behind their products for life. Also, though Timbuk2 makes many of their bags on 16th & Alabama in San Francisco, the wallet probably is not.
If you want a fun, durable, no-frills, nylon wallet, the Timbuk2 is sure to meet your needs. "So stuff your cash and go sit on you're a**...!"
**03/19/2010 UPDATE**
I was right about the elastic band being the least durable part of the wallet. In just a couple of months, the band stopped being so stretchy and it won't keep the wallet snugly shut. In fact, it is so loose that whenever I put the wallet in my back pocket, the band slips right off the wallet. I contacted Timbuk2 Customer Service and they were fantastic in helping me. Though this one particular product failed, I knew all along that Timbuk2 was a solid company that took care of their customers.

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The Bifold was a hot ticket in 2 5; pangs of nostalgia made us bring it back. It's slim profile was designed with your behind in mind and we constructed it out of a new tough ballistic nylon. So stuff your cash and go sit on you're a** because this wallet is durable! But throw your change in a fountain and make a wish cuz this baby don't carry coins.

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5/18/2013

David King & Co. Distressed Leather Unisex Bag Review

David King and Co. Distressed Leather Unisex Bag
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Pros: Stylish, sturdy, very long adjustable strap.
Cons: The lether is so distressed that it is rather rough. It is so rough, that after wearing the bag for about 30 minutes, the hip of my dress pants began to shred. I am going to search for a leather worker to see if they can smooth it down because I can't afford for it to ruin more pants. Additionally, there are no zipper pockets in this bag except for the main space. The pocket on the back is completely open and can only hold thin items. The pocket on the front uses the actual buckle to close (not a secret snap or magnet) so it is a bit of a pain to have to feed the strap back through the loop just to put back a small item. The pocket inside the main compartment is completely open (no zipper either) so when one drops one's keys or cell phone inside it can land in the small pocket or in the main compartment - this makes it rather difficult to find the item again when needed.

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5/12/2013

Schampa Technical Wear PHAROAH DLX II BALACLAVA BLCLV011 Review

Schampa Technical Wear PHAROAH DLX II BALACLAVA BLCLV011
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Very warm, high quality. My only complaint is that its harder to breath because it totally covers your mouth. There is an opening for your nose. I can wear it with out anything else in the cold MN winter, in single digits, and be comfortable. All that is exposed is your eyes, and if you wear some glasses you are totally protected from the elements. Looks like a ninja mask on.

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4/29/2013

Timbuk2 ID Money Clip Review

Timbuk2 ID Money Clip
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This is a great solution to not having to carry a wallet. I have ten or so bills under the clip, two IDs and my debit card, and everything fits in approximately the same space that just my money clip did before in my front pocket. Now, I have ID, money, and electronic money all in one package.
Both the card case and money clip are snug, and hold their respective items securely.

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4/18/2013

Timbuk2 Single Cargo Tote Review

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I use this bag to tote my gym clothes, water bottle, purse, yoga mat and whatever else I need..it is a great size! It is very accommodating & durable.

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3/21/2013

Moonsus Signature Computer Backpack Review

Moonsus Signature Computer Backpack
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This is a nice backpack! I got it b/c I was looking for a bag to carry my laptop but most computer bags are either designed for men, are huge, or are just plain ugly. Well not this bag! This backpack is small, sexy, feminine, and performs well. It's pricey, I know. But its worth it. I am impressed with the attention to detail and I get a lot of complements on this bag. It's unusual shape and good looks will make you stand out from the crowd. In short, I love this bag. It fits my 15 inch macbook pro well. (The computer pocket is padded.) I also carry some notebooks in the main compartment. And there's some special pockets for my wallet and cell phone in the main compartment too. Those pockets are nice b/c I always know exactly where my stuff is and I don't have to go fishing for it when my phone is ringing. The little compartment is roomy so I carry my charger, pencil case, glasses, keys, ipod, etc. Well, in short- I love my bag and I highly recommend it!

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Transport your everyday necessities in modern-classic style when you carry Moonsus' Signature computer backpack. It features a clean-lined shape in posh, leather-trimmed jacquard fabric, and has been outfitted with tons of organizing pockets--including a padded laptop compartment--to help you keep up the busy pace.

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3/19/2013

MODERM Light Weight Nylon & Leather Shoulder Bag Review

MODERM Light Weight Nylon and Leather Shoulder Bag
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I bought this for my husband for his birthday. it is very nice looking and very well made. he didn't find the placement of the pockets to be convenient. He carries a lot in it. He gives it a 3, I would give it a 4. i would recommend it to anyone that didn't carry too many things.

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3/16/2013

Black G.I. Type Brass Zipper Mechanics Tool Bag Review

Black G.I. Type Brass Zipper Mechanics Tool Bag
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I finally found a very nice product that holds all my make-up. I used to have a heavy sort of a cosmetic train case. It was too heavy for me to carry around all the time. I purchased the G.I. Type Brass Zipper Mechanics tool bag, Black on Amazon. It has sturdy handles and I like it very much. A tip that I would like to share is that I sort my cosmetics in clear sandwich zip lock bags, like 1 sandwich bag I would put my makeup brushes, and another I would put my mascaras, and so on. It works very well for me as a cosmetic bag.
Thanks Amazon.

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3/14/2013

Bellino The Reporter Leather Vertical Case Review

Bellino The Reporter Leather Vertical Case
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I bought this for times when I need to carry EVERYTHING at once; books, laptop, etc. The product is a bit heavy (leather will do that), but it's very nicely made, comes in a cover that should protect it when not in use, and I expect it to be useful to me for a long time. Plus I like that it's a vertical case - it fits nicely against my body without any bits sticking out to bump against furniture in tight spaces. Much recommended.

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3/05/2013

2/28/2013

Timbuk2 Freestyle iPad/iPad2 Messenger Bag Review

Timbuk2 Freestyle iPad/iPad2 Messenger Bag
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Before buying this bag I went to the official Timbuk2 website and got the internal laptop compartment sizes to make sure it would fit my new 11" MacBook Air. When it came in, I was surprised to find out that it would NOT fit my Air. It BARELY fits an iPad, and the Air is slightly wider.
DO NOT buy this bag if you are looking for a case for the 11" MacBook Air. It's extremely well made, and I'm looking at getting another Timbuk2 bag, but this will simply not fit an Air of any kind.

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Netbooks need homes, too. That's why Timbuk2 adapted its improved Classic messenger bag to house 10-inch computers. The Freestyle includes most of the Classic's most popular features, including a distinctive three-panel multicolor design, a durable ballistic nylon exterior, a waterproof TPU liner that keeps the elements at bay, and an adjustable cam buckle that makes it easy to carry the bag. However, the Freestyle is also equipped with a fuzzy, felt-lined laptop sleeve that holds smaller laptops, in addition to your Kindle and Nook. Add in a front organizer and key fob to keep you sane and you have a terrific messenger bag for commuting to work or school. The Freestyle messenger bag measures 12.8 by 8.85 by 5.12 inches (W x H x D), weighs 1.67 pounds, and carries a lifetime warranty.

About Timbuk2 Born in a San Francisco garage and bred on the backs of messengers in the city streets, Timbuk2 still manufactures its custom bags in the heart of San Francisco's Mission District. For 20 years, the company has been building bags and accessories for urban adventurers with a simple philosophy: to create good-looking, tough-as-hell bags you can truly make your own. Timbuk2 celebrates your individuality, which is why the company invites its customers to design and create custom bags in its Bag Builder. By letting you hack its bags, the company believes it can make bags that work harder for you.
Like rice and beans, Timbuk2 keeps it simple when it comes to being pro-planet. The company makes durable bags that are built to last, so while the competition is piling up in landfills, Timbuk2 bags stay on your back and hugs you for a lifetime. Tales of Timbuk2 bags outlasting jobs, lovers, pets, and train wrecks are not uncommon. In fact, the company is so confident in its bags that it guarantees that they'll last a lifetime. In those rare cases when something bad goes down, Timbuk2 will take your bag off your hands and find it a new (loving) home through its bag recycling program.


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