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@JMCD
Hey there, I'm looking at getting a messenger bag. I currently use a dakine rucksake and have done for the last 4 years. It's served me well but starting to need replacing now.
I need a bag which can be just as versatile as my old rucksack, it had a front pocket which I kept tools and a couple of spares in, a top pocket which I kept wallet, phone etc in, two small side pockets which I kept inner tubes in and the obvious main bit to keep whatever in.
I'm not from London, I don't commute every day. I'm from a town near Brighton which is pretty quiet. But when I do ride about, I've always got my bag with me regardless of where I go, and whatever form of transport (car, bus, bike, etc).
I've been looking at chrome bags, the citizen version looks the most appealing to me. And I'm also looking at the bagaboo workhorse messenger bag. I've been told by a mate that the chrome bag he had a chrome bag for a bit and sold it on due to "The support strap was too high, cut under my arm, plus the buckle was too clunky." and he suggested the bagaboo workhorse that he's had for 6 years with no issues.
Basically I want something that's versatile, has a few small compartments for tools, y'know, stuff you can't leave home without, phones, wallet, inner tubes. And the sort of room I'd be happy with is something that'd fit a pair of skate shoes in, couple of jumpers, and possibly a laptop. It'll be quite rare I'd commute with all that but would be nice just to know I can if I need it.
Yeah... Bit of an essay, but if I'm spending £100 or more on a bag I need to make the right choice. Any feedback would be great to hear!
Jake