I love the colour and size. This one is a 14 inch. No, it cannot do the job of a standard messenger bag like the Timbuk2 but I am beginning to realise that I miss not having an ordinary smaller bag at times. I have faithfully used my Timbuk2 for 2 years which is a long time for someone who buys a new shoe every two months. My Timbuk2 bag is also beginning to look worn.
I had considered getting a ‘Brooks’ bag once upon a time but was put off by the expense. This satchel is a good alternative when I need something classic and I don’t have to carry a lot of stuff. Oh yes, they come in a range of colours including tan.
I have had a glimpse of the new Brompton bags on the Brompton site. To tell the truth I am a little disappointed. I thought that teaming up with Ortileib would produce a more interesting range. Brompton bags now come in two additional colours to black. The very expensive tan leather ‘A bag’ (£350) or a shiny pink ‘O bag’ produced by Ortileib. I don’t find any of the new bag styles interesting enough to want to part with the money. My Ortlieb Zip City cost £60 last year and still works for me. But to be fair I haven’t seen these new Brompton bags in the flesh so I may change my mind.
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I may get myself one for my birthday however :)
Have you considered Carradice's 'City Folder' bag, custom-made for Bromptons, water-proof, 25-litre capacity, utilitarian colours, probably last forever?
MIlo.