Timbuk2 candybar backpack review11/16/2023 Comfortable air mesh padding on the back.Huge main compartment large enough to hold a water bottle, book, camera and knick-knacks.Although it’s smaller than Peak Design’s Everyday Sling, the side support makes it uncomfortable to wear across the chest and only works as a back sling or fanny pack. The only problem though, with my 5’4” wimpy frame, I should have opted for a smaller bag in their hip pack line. I own three Herschel backpacks, all of which have served me well for the past two years, so I was pretty stoked about this one. I haven’t found one that gets the job done for everything, but here are a variety of great fannies. (I don’t care much for them since they don’t match my tee-shirt and holes-in-jeans aesthetic.)įor the past two months, I’ve been trying out fanny packs (and trying to shove various objects into them) for different daily routines. Whatever it’s called, I’ve been searching for an all-around go-to alternative for purses. Or hip pack, waist bag, belt bag, sling, crossbody and sometimes bum bag, because where you’re from, a fanny means lady parts. Just in time for back to school, we’re bringing you reviews of bags of all varieties: from backpacks to rollers to messengers to… Want to take a look at some other options? Browse through our list of the best laptop backpacks on the market today.It’s finally Bag Week again! The most wonderful week of the year at TechCrunch. It also has fewer features, like the external straps and key fob, but the lower price helps make up for these omissions. One major difference here is that the City Compact does not offer water-resistance, which can become a big problem if you find yourself caught in the rain with your valuable tech in tow. Able to hold a 15-inch laptop, the bag is a bit smaller in laptop size-capacity, but the market for laptops larger than 15 inches has dwindled over the years, and is likely unnecessary for most consumers. Incase makes tons of other laptop bags, but the City Compact is the closest competitor to the Authority Pack, and the two are closely matched.Īt around $80 to $100, the City Compact provides a slightly cheaper alternative for anyone who’s in love with the Authority’s design and features, but not its price. Timbuk2’s biggest rival online is probably Incase, another bag designer that produces excellent products with high-quality materials and durability. The Authority Pack was designed primarily for one consumer in mind-the commuter. The last and smallest compartment near the front of the pack has lots of good storage organizers and places for items, but also suffers from a lack of space. This is definitely not the backpack if you plan to carry a ton of stuff, especially anything large or bulky. One issue here is that the Authority Pack’s slim build makes the space inside rather skinny. The next compartment is the largest and has a handy pocket for papers, magazines or other items you don’t want to get damaged. That said, it worked fine for our 15-inch laptop and should provide more than enough room for a MacBook or Pixelbook. While it claims to fit laptops up to 17 inches, the pocket is slim and might have trouble with bulkier gaming laptops. In an accidental drop, your laptop will be safe and sound inside. Starting from the back, the laptop compartment is lined with padding from top to bottom and is one of the better protected we’ve seen during testing. The front pocket also has a key fob for quick access when you need them. Inside, you’ve got three main compartments and an external front pocket for small items. Well known for their durable bags that are a favorite among many travelers around the world, Timbuk2 once again delivers with this excellent pack. The side of the backpack also has a neoprene pocket for bottles, but it’s a bit too small for anything more than your average plastic water bottle. Another nice addition is the compression straps at the bottom where you can stow a jacket, blanket or similar bulk item to free up space inside. There are tons of nice small touches Timbuk2 added in, like the top-carrying handle with a foam grip, elastic gussets to keep small items from slipping out of open pockets, lots of organization inside, zippable pockets, bands to hold straps in place, and a sternum strap to help with a heavy load. It’s clean, simple and will look great whether you’re heading to work or out on a weekend adventure. Thankfully, the Authority Backpack does a great job of meshing the two worlds into its design. You don’t want something that looks like it’d only work in a suit, but you definitely don’t want to look like you just got back from the woods either. Lifewire / Zach Sweat Design: Minimal design for professional and personal useįinding a backpack that works well for both professional and personal use can be a challenge.
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