Timbuk2 Candybar Backpack

I ordered this to use as my carry on for an upcoming trip to Europe. I spent hours looking for a messenger bag and only found stuff I loved in the $200 price range. I decided to give this a try because my brother in law has a Timbuktu baghe loves.

Size wise it's perfect for my needsiPad, kindle, toiletries and a cozy scarf fit great with room to spare for snacks and water. I ordered the purple and greylove the colors. So far it seems well made, no cheap looking stitches to be seen. There are three minor things I do not like : 1. There is only Velcro to close the top flap, so conceivably if the bag was dumped upside down my crap would go everywhere. 2. The iPad/notebook access and the little front pocket (great for cell phone) seem geared to left handers, meaning you access from your left side, which for me is taking some getting used(I have dropped my cell phone out once) 3. The outer pocket has 2 snaps for access but the pocket only opens part way, it's kind of a weird design and makes it a liitle hard to get to stuff.

Overall I do recommend this bag because it's well made, above average in the style department and ultimately because it's well suited to my needs.

This pack is terrific. The vertical design is so efficient to pack and carry.

There is plenty of room for all my books and notebooks, pens, cards, money.

The side access is also fantastic. The pack is sturdy and lightweight

and well made.

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This bag arrived 2 days before i'm leaving for my Asia trip. I figure i will be needing the compact size bag to roam around instead using the bigger backpack. This one fits everything i need to fit in during my trip. It can fit my 13" macbook pro nicely. Strong handle. A minor downside but not a big issue for me will be when you walk, the side handle flaps will make a little noise. Put all your $$ and passport in the side pouch and you'll be fine. I've been using this bag eversince and a lot of my friends fall in love with the color. Overall, its an awesome bag!!! I hope you like it too '

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I needed a bag large enough to carry my 11.6" laptop, a couple of books, and an article of clothing or two--and nothing more. This bag fits the bill, and protects me from my habit of carrying everything but the kitchen sink.

The bottom of the Candybar sits higher on my back, and the shallow profile keeps the weight closer to my body, so weightier items (like a laptop or hardcover books) are far more comfortable to carry than if they were sinking to the bottom of a bigger bag. The straps are also closer together than a lot of unisex backpacks I've had, which is heaven for my shoulders.

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I'm a daily commuter and this backpack is just the right size to hold my daily essentials! I highly recommend it if you're looking for a smaller backpack but one that is well made and can take day to day heavy use.

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