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4.5
When the office took away our PCs and gave us all laptops to schlep to/from work, I was on the hunt.This bag is perfect. All my other messenger-like bags had a zipper that ran the length of the top and all broke. Not this one. It has a hook, which I can de/attach with on hand. And it’s waterproof.Love the padded, dedicated slot for the laptop—easy to take out at the airport. It has a neighboring slot for a file folder with the paper I’m working on. The middle is a catch all.The best part is perhaps the wide bottom that adds space and dedicated interior end-pockets. In one I put the laptop charger, the other my own case. Two other interior pockets are great for other accessories.The outside.... one side has a long zipper where I throw the book I read on the train. The other side two smaller pockets where I put my purse-like items. A spot for everything and easy access.The shoulder strap favors one side so that the bag is flat against my side.Someone did their homework on this bag. And. I. Love. It! Don’t wast your money on some cheap, branded other bag. This is for pro’s.I’ve gone through many bags including totes and backpacks. This bag so far has serves me well as an EDC to and from work. It fits a 13” laptop, 2 x 24 oz. water bottles, lunch, snack, work papers and stuff, headphones, and other junk. I wish there were more smaller outside pockets for keys, access badge, etc, but the two front external pockets are adequate. The folding top has a strong magnet for good closure however my walk consist to and from the car port home and office. The material is tough and not soft to the touch as thought before purchasing the recycled gray bag. My only disappointment is shoulder strap attachment buckles - they don’t rotate on each side. I might have to use an existing strap that doesn’t get entangled. However, despite that strap, I recommend this bag.This bag is very high quality, however comes with a couple flaws that I think will impact many customers. Do not get this bag if you have pets that shed a lot with light/lighter fur. Otherwise, the bag and every detail is fantastic. The magnetic closure is easy to use and the storage locations within the bag are well designed.Flaw 1: The material is highly prone to balling up. From day 1, you can tell anywhere it rubs against any other cloth regularly it will ball up.Flaw 2: It is very hard to deal with pet hair, debris, and anything else that may get on the bag. Due to the first flaw, you may have issues cleaning the product with a vacuum if you want it to stay nice and a lint roller may cause the fabric to become more damaged.If I could change anything about the bag, I would change the material to something that looks/feels closer to nylon as it can be made far more durable than it currently is.This is an AWESOME BAG!!! I spent a LONG time looking for a messenger bag/briefcase that had internal water bottle storage (this has 2 dedicated pockets, perfect for my water and coffee!) and did away with the annoying flap found on most messengers. The fold closure on this is quick and easy to use like a zipper but still water repellent like a flap, the perfect compromise! The materials feel and look great and the storage is thoughtfully designed. I was in the habit of purchasing a new cheap bag every few years after they would repeatedly fall apart. I have no doubts this will look great and last for years to come. I’m happy I made the investment!Beautiful to look at and functional. I have been using this bag for about 3 months now so I have had the opportunity to use it for travel and for an EDC. My only wish is that the 2 pockets on the outside of the bag were made into 1 larger pocket. The 2 small pockets can be difficult to get in and out of because of the width. Holds a 15” laptop (Dell XPS), tech pouch, headphones, and assorted items with no problem. Happy with my purchase and enjoying the bag.Very sturdy materials, clever design. Ultimately returned because the interior is much darker in person (I ordered the blue bag), making in hard to see anything inside. Also disliked the exterior up pockets - they’re pretty narrow and deep, and with my big hands it was pretty hard to reach in and grab anything.Suggested improvements - make the interior a very light gray, and make the exterior pockets zip around 2 sides of the compartment so it opens like a flap and allows for better access.This bag is convenient, flexible, and thoughtfully designed. I had a Peak Design messenger for years, but was never quite satisfied with it. The PD bag has a more comfortable strap, but I prefer this bag in every other category. I've only had it for a few weeks, so I can't yet speak to its durability, but I'm really liking it so far.The bag functions just as it appears & the quality of fabric, stitching . . . PERFECT! Worth the investment!I was a bit undecided between this bag and the AER Commuter Brief 2... but pulled the trigger on the Bellroy bag and after using it for a week, I'm very happy with it.The large open main compartment makes it easy to pack my MacBook Pro 13, an A4 notebook, change of clothes for the gym as well as a water bottle. The magnetic closure has made getting into the main compartment a breeze which is very useful when you're sat on a train/underground with the bag between your legs. The key ring holder in the front smaller pocket, the two stretchy inner mesh pockets and luggage passthrough are nice touches for when you're on a business trip or travelling with carry on luggage.The work bag is a bit expensive but this, I believe, is justified by its excellent build, use of materials, light weight and functionality. Mine came with a few creases from being packed flat but these will fade, the more I use the bag.The System Work Bag is my de facto, everyday bag and which fits most attires in my opinion. It's size is just right and the layout nails the sweet spot for usability to my needs - and I've tried a few bags in both my professionel and private life.Bisher hatte ich eine Timbuk2 The Command S-Tasche, und immer das Problem, dass sie im Normalfall groß genug war, aber wenn ich mal was einkaufen musste oder etwas mehr als mein übliches Zeug transportieren musste, leider zu klein wurde. Ansonsten eine herrausragende Tasche, mit vielen gut durchdachten Taschen, Reflektoren, bequem etc. Rolltop-Rucksack wäre eigentlich das was ich bräuchte, aber ich finde Rucksäche als tägliche Tasche nicht optimal, man kommt nicht schnell an sein Zeug, sondern muss immer das Ding vom Rücken nehmen.Die System Works Bag hat zwar nominell weniger Volumen (16l vs. 18l), aber in der Realität schon normal befüllt ca. gleich viel, Timbuk2 hat hier wohl großzüglig das recht dicke und viel benutze Innentaschenmaterial beim Volumenberechnen rausgelassen.Etwas weniger Taschen für Kleinzeugs leider, und die nicht ganz so genial verteilt, vor allem eine für den Regenschirm/Trinkflasche außen wäre toll gewesen. Ebenso fehlen mir die Reflektoren für die Sicherheit bei Dunkelheit.Der Gurt ist bequem, aber nicht ganz so wie beim The Command, aber der war auch herrausragend unter allen Taschen.Die Tasche ist definitv hübscher und eleganter - der Hakenverschluss war mir wichtig, den habe ich beim Command zu schätzen gelernt. Der Magnetteil ist zwar schwach aber doch hilfreich. Man muss aber darauf achten, bei Regen die Ränder nach unten zu schieben, damit kein Wasser reinläuft, dann ist die Tasche regenfest - dafür einhändig zu öffnen und zu schließen (mit etwas Übung) - toll.Kein Stück Velcro an der Tasche ist für mich positiv (auch wenn beim Comman die Silencer-Strips gut funktionierten). Leder ist schön, Farbe auch, Material wirkt sehr, sehr hochwertig und angenehm anzugreifen (wie die guten Crumpler-Taschen vor 15 Jahren).Reisverschlüsse sind alle YKK - was sonst, und entsprechend höchste Qualität. Taschenaufteilung ist gut, nicht zu viel, gerade so nicht zu wenig mit 9 Stück (2 Front, eine hinten - mit Reißverschluss um sie auf einen Koffer zu stecken - 2 Front innen, je eine innen seitlich - wegklappbar - eine Laptop und davor eine für ein Tablet - altes 12.9 iPad Pro, das ganz große, passt da rein!)Am besten - und der Grund warum ich die Tasche gekauft habe - ist die Miniversion eines Rolltops bzw. dass sie wie eine Einkaufstasche verwendet werden kann. Wenn ich mal mehr transportieren muss, kann ich sie oben offen lassen und mal eben noch problemlos 8(!) 1l-Flaschen oder Tetrapaks in die bereits ansonsten ausgefüllte Tasche zusätzlich reingeben. Darf halt nicht regnen. Und natürlich mit "nur" dem Schultergurt und dann 14 kg Gewicht nix für 10 km Fußweg, aber 30 Minuten geht das schon.Alles in allem eine unglaublich flexible Tasche, die fast alles erfüllt, was ich mir wünsche. Einzig Reflektoren und eine Tasche für den Schirm fehlen mir für die Perfektion.Ce sac Belleroy est une merveille de conception et de qualité. Transportant quotidiennement un volume important d'affaires professionnelles (PC portable, tablette, plusieurs téléphones, trousse, dossiers et papiers, chargeurs, câbles, livres, portefeuille, lunettes, thermos, masques et gels sanitaires, clés...), principalement dans les transports et notamment le TGV, je suis depuis des années confronté à de problèmes de volume et de facilité d'utilisation afin d'accéder aux affaires utiles facilement. J'ai essayé des quantités de sacoches et sacs à dos sans trouver le compagnon idéal, loin de là. Cette fois ce sac Bellroy répond à toutes mes attentes. Chaque détail a été pensé avec intelligence. tout est parfaitement à sa place et utile. L'accès aux contenus est simple et rapide. La contenance est énorme et les capacités de rangement optimisées. Ce n'est pas un sac luxueux mais particulièrement bien fini. Je serai désormais fidèle à cette marque. BRAVO BELLROY !Klasse Verarbeitung. Super Design. Nicht günstig, aber jeden Cent Wert. Zu empfehlen!
