Bike Bags Chrome or Timbuk2

Hey, Yeah i know there is the list to end all list but i really want some adivce on whether to get a chrome bag or a timbuk2 one, which the chrome metropolis or an XL timbuk2 classic messenger,

I would be appreciative of any adivce,
Thanks
Will

EDIT - just saw archies grobags, hmm are these any good?

archies grobags are *the* bags, but be ready to wait for more than a year
Chrome are ghood bag, very solid and hard, but not to comfy
Timbuk2, don't know never try one, but people complain about the strap

I would chose the chrome over the timbuk2 any day, but I would look for an alternative to both since there are better bags out there.

Chrome bags last ages, and i find they fit nicely but having no padding on the back is a fail.

If you like the fit of the chrome, go for that and buy a sheet of foam...cut it to fit inside the back of the bag....presto!

Don't buy a Timbuk 2 as the strap system is piss poor compared to other superior brands like Archies, Chrome, Pac or Bagaboo.

I struggled with a Timbuk 2 for a year and moving to a new bag (a Bagaboo) was so pleasurable as it actually stayed in place and didn't require almost constant adjustment.

Archie's Grobag
Pac
Chrome

In that order, Timbuk 2 doesn't get a look in, IMO

Timbuk2's shit, that's all you need to know.

Archie's Grobag
Pac
Chrome/bagaboo

In that order, Timbuk 2 doesn't get a look in, IMO

IMO, but I agree, Archies is da best innit, followed a close second by Pac.

Except that my Timbuk2 has lasted 17 years.....so far.

Shit can last a long time. AND mine was used for courier work for at least 4 years, then commuting.

I've had both Timbuk2 and Chrome. The Timbuk2 went on the 'Bay after less than a year, I still use the Chrome every day.

FWIW, I'm delighted with my Chrome Kremlin. It's not perfect, but it does everything I want and is big enough to fit a wheel inside. That said, once I'm working again I'm ordering a Grobag like a shot - they're bloody beautiful.

Who sells PAC bags in London? I'm getting a courier bag itch...

Who sells PAC bags in London? I'm getting a courier bag itch...

rapsac did. dunno if he still has any left. selling for slightly cheaper than retail as well. teddy and I both got one.

Who sells PAC bags in London? I'm getting a courier bag itch...

BLB, although 14 have got some really nice archies in stock if you wanna skip the waiting list ;)

Archie's Grobag
Pac
Chrome

In that order, Timbuk 2 doesn't get a look in, IMO

+1

just got a chrome and really like it, but like others say it needs a sheet of foam for the back. I got a Citizen which doesn't fit much, perfect for the daily commute but wouldn't mind a bit more room in it. So go for a metropolis at least

Timbuk2 bags can be used on both shoulders. Wearing a big heavy bag on one side only will give your back gyp.

a bag with a poor strap like the Timbuk2 will give you pain on your shoulders, having a strap that support the bag properly on your shoulder is better than having a bag that can be use for both shoulder, an example of a well-design strap;

a bag with a poor strap like the Timbuk2 will give you pain on your shoulders, having a strap that support the bag properly on your shoulder is better than having a bag that can be use for both shoulders.

+1. The Timbuk2 is a jack of all trades and a master of none. Chrome, on the other hand, is a master at going over one shoulder. There's no contest. Read my thread about Timbuk2 Sway.

jus get a visvim and your sorted . . .

thanks for the replys hmmm i think i might have a look at those archies bags, what other better alternatives are out there?

Thanks for the input
Will

Go shop 14 and buy the Archie's Marlon that they have in there.
Failing that, bagaboo or pac ftw.

Go shop 14 and buy the Archie's Marlon that they have in there.
Failing that, bagaboo or pac ftw.

Yup, what he said ^ +1 million

well seeing as im not in london (let the hate rain down :( . . . ) i just had a look at those bagaboo bags, damn their nice not too pricey (apart from that griffin one) i may go with one of them! anyone riding with one of these bags?

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