Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - experience with seagull bags/general messenger bags question?

So this thread isn't exactly about fixed gear bikes, but I figure this cycling demographic has the most experience with messenger bags. I just need something pretty big for hauling stuff around. My backpack just isn't cutting it anymore, I need a lot more room.

Of course, browsing around everything seems so expensive. I dont need anything fancy. just big. I've been keeping an eye on the Seagull black bag. 125 seems pretty damn reasonable compared to other bags. I searched and it looks like the general consensus is that this bag is great. Just one questiion though, does the black bag have a smaller compartment big enough to fit 8.5 x 11 notebooks?

If anybody has any suggestions about similarily sized bags between 100-200 dollars please post up. At this point, I'm 99% sure I'm going to get a black bag, but since i'll be dropping that much money on a bag, I want to make sure that there aren't any options i've overlooked. Thanks.

So I assume you already looked at what chrome and timbuk2 had to offer? :rolleyes:

i don't know anything about seagull bags. i do know that chrome bags are the teets. keep an eye out on craigslist. i got a chrome citizen (the medium sized mess bag) for $60 in good shape.

indeed I have. Chrome is a bit too expensive and my friend has a timbuk2; tried it and it was uncomfortable.

i have been using my seagull black bag for a while now and i love it. i use it for school and it fits all my books/notebooks. the widest thing ive put in there is my 17" laptop, and thats pretty snug.

Get a Rickshaw.

the widest thing ive put in there is my 17" laptop, and thats pretty snug.

...what? i feel like i could lay two laptops next to each other inside mine... do you have the newer medium black bag?

http://www.reloadbags.com/

http://www.girlbikedog.com/

...what? i feel like i could lay two laptops next to each other inside mine... do you have the newer medium black bag?
yeah i have the medium, i should have mentioned that. i feel like the medium is a perfect size for what i carry, which is mostly just school books.

I scored this:

http://www.boblbee.com/eu/upload/Artiklar/Bilder/fullpost/Meg_exec_igloo_A_boblbee_back_bag_bags_pack_packs_backpack_backpacks_accessories_bicycle_frame_gear_ luggage_online_packs_sleeve_straps_bookbags_bikes_daypacks_laptops_frame_gear_backprotector.jpg

For shooting this photo:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3479/3953350369_466c2d367b.jpg

Their Tokyo bag (http://www.boblbee.com/us/artiklar/kategorilfullpost.asp?ID=728&flik=219&acc=) looks pretty roomy, and it's $99.

check out http://burrobags.com they have some great stuff

I used to have one of those backpacks. Very cool and comfy as hell while walking around, but not great on the bike and not enough carrying capacity for me. I'm still pissed about losing it though because it was badass and looked like a Storm Trooper pack because it was a white one.

If you want to buy American, check out Outlaw Earth (http://www.outlawearth.com/).

i like my seagull bag. I guess the fact that its a local company didn't hurt my decision to buy(well, an hour away).

Chrome Shrrome - these are blown up and over priced.

I have a Seagull Black Bag medium size and it is awesome. Its just one big compartment, with a smaller pocket in the inside and a larger pocket on the outside. I use the bag usually for commuting, carrying books/laptop, staying places overnight, and the occasional larger load. If your looking for carrying lots of stuff, don't be afraid of getting the larger bad. The med bag is really best for studenty type stuff, nothing too crazy just books and some clothes. It's a very solid bag though and I like the strapping system.

I've always used Timbuk2 bags and love them. The medium one I've had forever is really ratty and I had been wanting a bigger one so my wife custom ordered a large rasta-colored one to put under the xmas tree. I was stoked. I was even more stoked when a couple of days ago I came home to find that another one - exactly the same - had been delivered. Confused, my wife called them and they told her that they accidentally made and shipped two, that she was only charged for one and that we could keep the second one.

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Dude, they have his n hers, matching bags. Would you really want to take that away from them?

I've always used Timbuk2 bags and love them. The medium one I've had forever is really ratty and I had been wanting a bigger one so my wife custom ordered a large rasta-colored one to put under the xmas tree. I was stoked. I was even more stoked when a couple of days ago I came home to find that another one - exactly the same - had been delivered. Confused, my wife called them and they told her that they accidentally made and shipped two, that she was only charged for one and that we could keep the second one.

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Wow, that's really awesome of them. That's like $120, no?

Dude, they have his n hers, matching bags. Would you really want to take that away from them?

yes.

I have a Timbuk2 bag, too. People look at me strange walking into offices with it. I have to look for a classy looking one which can double as my business bag. Any ideas?

Chrome Shrrome - these are blown up and over priced.

actually, they're not. what they are are very high quality, reasonably priced bags. they're just too popular for you. this is coming from someone who owns, and loves their custom made Seagull bag.

I have a Timbuk2 bag, too. People look at me strange walking into offices with it. I have to look for a classy looking one which can double as my business bag. Any ideas?

https://www.voodootactical.net/images/Product/medium/28.jpg

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The black bag is awesome. I use a medium for school and it's more than enough to carry all my books and supplies. It's very roomy. The whole thing is still looking new after months of use.
Although if you're really organized, you might want a custom bag for all separated sections and doohickeys (not to mention custom designs, color, etc).
But on a budget, the black bag is totally worth it, everything is durable and comfortable. Highly recommended!

I have a medium Timbuk2. I love it. It fits more than I thought it would, too.

I was very impressed with Timbuk2's customer service and how cool they were. That's a big deal to me and as a result, I'll have no trouble buying another one of their bags in about 30 years when I wear out both of my new ones.

I love my Rickshaw a lot. It's very well-designed, well-constructed, and looks great if you're into that kind of thing.

MESSENGER BAGS!!

Anchor Bags: http://anchorbags.com/
Banjo Brothers: http://www.banjobrothers.com/
Bagaboo: http://bagaboo.hu/
Bailly Works: http://www.baileyworks.com/
Black Tag Bags: http://blacktagbags.com/
Blaq Design: http://www.blaqdesign.com/
Blick's Bags: http://blicksbags.wordpress.com/
Burro Bags: http://www.burrobags.com/
Chicago Wig: http://www.chicagowig.com/
Crank: http://www.crank-tokyo.com/
Chrome Bags: http://www.chromebagsstore.com/
Cocotte: http://www.cocotte-equip.com/english.htm
CourierWare: http://courierbags.com/
Crumpler Bags: https://www.crumplerbags.com/
Fredrik Packers: http://www.fredrikpackers.com/
Freight Baggage: http://freightbaggage.org/
Lemolo Bags: http://www.lemolobaggage.com/
Meta Bags: http://metabagsinc.bigcartel.com/
Mer Bags: http://www.merbags.com/
Norman Porter: http://www.normanporter.com/index.html
Ortlieb: http://www.ortliebusa.com/
Outlaw Earth: http://www.outlawearth.com/
Pac Designs: http://www.pacdesigns.com/
Push The Envelope: http://www.pushtheenvelope.com/index.html
Reload Bags: http://www.reloadbags.com/
Resistant Bags: http://www.resistant.jp/
Rickshaw Bagworks: http://www.rickshawbags.com/
Sag Life: http://www.gaudi-sag.com/
Seagull Bags: http://seagullbags.com/
Trash Bags: http://www.trashmessengerbags.com/
Transient Bags: http://www.transientbags.com/
Under The Weather: http://under-the-weather.ca/
Velo City Bags: http://velocitybags.com/ (This Is My Bag Company)
Zugster Bags: http://www.zugsterbags.com/
87 Bags: http://87bags.com/main.html

brilliant. thanks for that list!

lamarsen, your site is really nicely done, even without the pics. Probably one of the best (and certainly #1 when comparing start-ups) mess bag company sites I've seen.

Confused, my wife called them and they told her that they accidentally made and shipped two, that she was only charged for one and that we could keep the second one.

:D

Their customer service is cool. When I was hit by a car the paramedics had to cut the bag from me, unfortunately. Timbuk II shipped a replacement shoulder strap , stabilizer strap, and reflectors for free without question. All I wanted was a stabilizer strap.

I was very impressed with Timbuk2's customer service and how cool they were. That's a big deal to me and as a result, I'll have no trouble buying another one of their bags in about 30 years when I wear out both of my new ones.

On the ugly side, I know a lady who simply used two rings and rectangular trash cans. Sprayed them day-glo green too. Took them out to redeem her cans.

Not as chic, yep, still did the job.

MESSENGER BAGS!!

Anchor Bags: http://anchorbags.com/
Banjo Brothers: http://www.banjobrothers.com/
Bagaboo: http://bagaboo.hu/
Bailly Works: http://www.baileyworks.com/
Black Tag Bags: http://blacktagbags.com/
Blaq Design: http://www.blaqdesign.com/
Blick's Bags: http://blicksbags.wordpress.com/
Burro Bags: http://www.burrobags.com/
Chicago Wig: http://www.chicagowig.com/
Crank: http://www.crank-tokyo.com/
Chrome Bags: http://www.chromebagsstore.com/
Cocotte: http://www.cocotte-equip.com/english.htm
CourierWare: http://courierbags.com/
Crumpler Bags: https://www.crumplerbags.com/
Fredrik Packers: http://www.fredrikpackers.com/
Freight Baggage: http://freightbaggage.org/
Lemolo Bags: http://www.lemolobaggage.com/
Meta Bags: http://metabagsinc.bigcartel.com/
Mer Bags: http://www.merbags.com/
Norman Porter: http://www.normanporter.com/index.html
Ortlieb: http://www.ortliebusa.com/
Outlaw Earth: http://www.outlawearth.com/
Pac Designs: http://www.pacdesigns.com/
Push The Envelope: http://www.pushtheenvelope.com/index.html
Reload Bags: http://www.reloadbags.com/
Resistant Bags: http://www.resistant.jp/
Rickshaw Bagworks: http://www.rickshawbags.com/
Sag Life: http://www.gaudi-sag.com/
Seagull Bags: http://seagullbags.com/
Trash Bags: http://www.trashmessengerbags.com/
Transient Bags: http://www.transientbags.com/
Under The Weather: http://under-the-weather.ca/
Velo City Bags: http://velocitybags.com/ (This Is My Bag Company)
Zugster Bags: http://www.zugsterbags.com/
87 Bags: http://87bags.com/main.html

Nice... also, llbean & patagonia have some poser bags
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Just got a custom Reload bag. I went the lightweight model, seems to be extremely durable and I love the fit! Visited the Philly HQ (10 mins from my house) and was able to design it myself...great staff there!

http://www.reloadbags.com/bags/overview/view/sprint.html

lamarsen, your site is really nicely done, even without the pics. Probably one of the best (and certainly #1 when comparing start-ups) mess bag company sites I've seen.

Thanks, I had a friend build the site for me and he gave me an amazing deal. It should be totally complete with in a month. http://velocitybags.com

Utah based. Can't go wrong with that.

Don't forget these beauties:
http://www.freitag.ch/shop/FREITAG/shop.jsf#/models=F18
made from the original, legit, indestructible truck tarp.
http://www.popgadget.net/images/freitag-messenger.jpg

MESSENGER BAGS!!

Anchor Bags: http://anchorbags.com/
Banjo Brothers: http://www.banjobrothers.com/
Bagaboo: http://bagaboo.hu/
Bailly Works: http://www.baileyworks.com/
Black Tag Bags: http://blacktagbags.com/
Blaq Design: http://www.blaqdesign.com/
Blick's Bags: http://blicksbags.wordpress.com/
Burro Bags: http://www.burrobags.com/
Chicago Wig: http://www.chicagowig.com/
Crank: http://www.crank-tokyo.com/
Chrome Bags: http://www.chromebagsstore.com/
Cocotte: http://www.cocotte-equip.com/english.htm
CourierWare: http://courierbags.com/
Crumpler Bags: https://www.crumplerbags.com/
Fredrik Packers: http://www.fredrikpackers.com/
Freight Baggage: http://freightbaggage.org/
Lemolo Bags: http://www.lemolobaggage.com/
Meta Bags: http://metabagsinc.bigcartel.com/
Mer Bags: http://www.merbags.com/
Norman Porter: http://www.normanporter.com/index.html
Ortlieb: http://www.ortliebusa.com/
Outlaw Earth: http://www.outlawearth.com/
Pac Designs: http://www.pacdesigns.com/
Push The Envelope: http://www.pushtheenvelope.com/index.html
Reload Bags: http://www.reloadbags.com/
Resistant Bags: http://www.resistant.jp/
Rickshaw Bagworks: http://www.rickshawbags.com/
Sag Life: http://www.gaudi-sag.com/
Seagull Bags: http://seagullbags.com/
Trash Bags: http://www.trashmessengerbags.com/
Transient Bags: http://www.transientbags.com/
Under The Weather: http://under-the-weather.ca/
Velo City Bags: http://velocitybags.com/ (This Is My Bag Company)
Zugster Bags: http://www.zugsterbags.com/
87 Bags: http://87bags.com/main.html

Nice! definitely be using your list when I need another bag :D




Nice... also, llbean & patagonia have some poser bags


Can I haz a messenger bag with my initials on it? :lol: o.0

anyone here with a timbuk2 find the adjustment of the cambuckle next to impossible with one hand? i tried my buddys chrome and loved how everything was smooth, and well worked with one hand, while mine i even struggle to adjust the strap with 2 hands! Although i must say that difference alone wasnt worth the extra price of the chrome..

*boblbee bags*

Man those are some seriously whack bags. I'm very intrigued by the "Velocity" model, though I'm not exactly sure how it works or if I'd even use it. But it looks cool.

that list should go into the stickies.

Man those are some seriously whack bags. I'm very intrigued by the "Velocity" model, though I'm not exactly sure how it works or if I'd even use it. But it looks cool.

I know this is about messenger bags, but their backpacks are extremely comfortable. If their bags are anything like them in terms of design and comfort, I'd get one in a heartbeat.

anyone here with a timbuk2 find the adjustment of the cambuckle next to impossible with one hand? i tried my buddys chrome and loved how everything was smooth, and well worked with one hand, while mine i even struggle to adjust the strap with 2 hands! Although i must say that difference alone wasnt worth the extra price of the chrome..

I adjust it with one hand all the time, sometimes while riding. Maybe you just need to get used to it.

well, thanks for all the suggestions guys, but I've put in an order for a Seagull black bag. I'm stoked, can't wait for it to come. I'll probably post a review here when I get it