Won't Kill The Messenger
Messenger bags can either be a huge help or a huge pain for cyclists or commuters, depending on quality and design. We’ve been through my fair share of them in the past year to know what works and what doesn’t. Well, Tom Bihn has a formula that works and works wonders. Tom Bihn is a [...]
Fancy Yourself Upwardly Mobile
Cyclists and cycling fans are no doubt enthralled to see their sport’s premier event, the Tour de France, underway and in full swing. It’s only appropriate then that Timbuk2, a company that consistently tops the podium in messenger bag design and construction offer the Timbuk2 Limited Edition Tour de France Climber Messenger Bag ($120) to [...]
The Bag with Dads and Picnic Fans in Mind
The Monkey Bed Esplanade Bag ($135) may look like a run of the mill messenger satchel, but like they say, it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Measuring 18″W x 14″H X 5.5″D, this bag has the room to carry must haves and integrates a 58″ x 68″ zip-out fleece blanket which is shown in [...]
Your Laptop's Best Friend for Battling Mother Nature
Whatever your style is, chances are there’s a laptop bag for sale that matches it. For those who tote their computer on a daily basis, though, things like comfort and protection are far more important than looks, particularly for long commutes walking outside. Along that line, luggage manufacturer Ken Kai’s new DRI laptop messenger bags [...]
Some Bad (In A Good Way) Plaid
This unique collaboration between two Oregon-based companies has produced some interesting bag options that are quite in line with the valiant rebirth of plaid as the new trend to follow in the world of men’s fashion. For those of you unfamiliar with either brand, Pendelton is a classic American company that has been around for [...]
Office Supply Chic
If you’re looking for a more distinctive way to tote your laptop to and fro, have a gander at the Manila Pro from Acton Treadway. Its unmistakable office supply styling makes the Manila Pro a great choice for packing both your hardware and your unfinished TPS Reports. Featuring leather and felt construction, we’d choose the [...]
Preventing Scurvy One Computer At A Time
If you’ve ponied up for that new unibody Macbook, don’t do it (and yourself) the injustice of toting it around in a less than worthy bag. Your 10 year old Targus simply will not suffice. If you’re on the hunt for an appropriate mode of cartage, check into the line of slick “mobile lifestyle” bags [...]
Makes Happy Cyclists
By Guest Writer and Outdoor Enthusiast Roger Dawkins I ride to work and I’m a bit of a whiner about it. It’s not that I get really angry about the cars clogging our roads or that someone chucked a super-size Coke at me the other day from their pimped out ride, but simply that cycling [...]
Built New York Tough
Once you start seeing enough of something used functionally, you know it’s not a fad. This holds true for the Manhattan Portage New York Messenger Bag. A staple amongst urban men, this messenger is the go-to bag for students, professionals, travelers, and just about everyone else in need of a good, well-built carryall.
It’ll Carry Everything But The Kids Whether you know it or not, there is a condition that you (a guy) have in common with your average American baby. The scientists here at GP Labs call it Stuffus Overloadicus. The basic gist of the Latin phrase says, “You’ve got too much damn stuff.” It would seem [...]
Salvatore Ferragamo has a sharp looking translation of the traditional messenger bag with their Toronto Cafe. The Toronto Cafe is a crossbody messenger bag that is specifically designed to be worn across the body. Its adjustable woven strap is detailed with the Ferragamo logo and the bag is constructed of Italian leather with a top [...]
Walking or biking the streets late at night isn’t always the safest thing to do. However there are many of us, including myself, that consider ourselves to be night owls. Whether we’re carrying around books, clothes or gear, a good messenger bag is ever useful. How do you turn a good bag into a great [...]
[click on image to enlarge] Carga bags pictured – Top Row: 01 & 03, Bottom Row: 02L & O3L The Carga bag looks like it comes straight off of a construction site’s scrap heap. The only difference is that instead of a pile of useless material you’ve got a unique bag with industrial looks. If [...]
Versatility and style is the name of the game with this bag. It goes from stylish attache in your hand to shoulder slung messenger bag and looks sophisticated and handsome either way. It will follow you from business to weekend warrior seamlessly. Bag features: Inside zip pocket Cellphone/multi-function pockets and pen loops Flap with two [...]
It’s inevitable, a man needs a bag. Between his mobile gear and product there’s little chance he’s going to fit it all in his pockets – not that we’d suggesting carrying around a lot of items there. First, it’s unsightly and second, it can be, ahem, misconstrued when walking. This sunwashed canvas bag from L.L. [...]
