Is it because I weigh 130 pounds, wear glasses, and have towels nailed over my windows instead of blinds?

Anyone have the problem of the timbuk2 bag poking into their back when its raised high? The corner of the bag closest to the cambuckle constantly jabs into my back when its cinced up high.... anyone else have this issue?

Relax the chest strap? Lower the bag a few inches?
bill

May want to also check how the strap is connected to the bag on that section and if you have a bulky item sitting on that lower end of the bag. If you are not over tightening the strap around your torso, the bag/strap should simply "hug you" without poking you uncomfortable anywhere.

I used to wear my messenger bag very low, still do on the rare occasions I'm not using a rack / panniers. I find no difference in the comfort of it high or low, other than sweat in the summer. I HATE wearing a backpack while riding because of the extra sweat. Messenger-high is slightly better but not great. (I have the large PVC North Face bag). Messenger-low is OK. A heavy load I'll put in the small of my back, a light load maybe even a little lower. I guess my butt doesn't sweat as much as my back - perhaps a blessing? :rolleyes:

Low down I can swing it around all I want to. May have to loosen the hip strap, but not the shoulder strap. Which is fine with me, because I haven't mastered one-handed operation with it. Thanks for those vids.

Honestly, i dont think anyone can use the cambuckle with 1 hand, i dont think its possible!

I have a medium Bailey Works Super Pro bag which is amazingly comfortable and rides high on the shoulder. I use it every day to commute to work whether on my bike or walking to the train station. I have no problems swinging it around and getting items out of the bag. I also like the fact that you can change the strap on the bag from left to right depending on your preference. I also like the buckle which I use when I don't want to take it over my head. Great bag overall, I’m very happy with it.