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The Chrome Citizen Messenger bag is perhaps the most comfortable messenger bag on the market which is one of the top reasons to consider this bag. Chrome has designed the bag so well that it makes riding with the bag just as enjoyable as if you weren’t even wearing it. When the stabilizer strap is in place there is absolutely no way the bag will slip to the side or sway (a problem with my Timbuk2) Functionality A top handle would be a been nice addition to the Citizen. I like having multiple carry options at work, not just shoulder carry. Style All of this means that the Chrome Mini Metro should last a lifetime (in fact it comes with a lifetime guarantee).
I travelled for a year around the world with it, hiked with it, biked with it,….constant with me at work or on any travel trip. It’s just so handy and versatile. If you decide to buy the separate laptop sleeve then at least you’ll be able to utilize the internal fasteners that come with this messenger bag. Which is great as some cargo you carry around might be expensive or delicate and you want to make sure that nothing is getting thrown around in there. It is worth noting that not every compartment of the bag will have the same level of weather resistance. Straps and Access I did find a couple small thread ends that hadn’t been trimmed and I would have liked to have seen double stitching along the lip of the flap and around the mouth of the main compartment. Comfort & Carry Denier) is the textile industry standard measurement for the weight/density of the fabric. For some perspective, most decent quality bags are made of 600D nylon. Waterproof LinerThe Mini also still has the handy key clip inside the main compartment, which always lends peace of mind… Electronics A simple, functional design: This is a common theme I see in durable designs…they are tough, uncomplicated, and well-thought-out. There is no handle for you to grab the bag by which would be great for when it’s in the trunk or you’re in a crowded room. Created with 1050 denier nylon and waterproof liner, the Citizen messenger will keep your contents safe and dry. The best choice for those who are out after dark is the Night series. It features a large reflective panel and stripe on the lid flap. Optional Laptop Sleeve
Two electric bikes were launched in the form of the Orbea Wild eMTB and BMC Roadmachine 01 AMP X, the Swiss brand’s first electric all-road bike – and maybe the first bike to be marketed as an ‘electric all-road bike’, full stop.No matter the color scheme you choose, the Chrome Citizen comes with front and rear reflective hits. For this Chrome Citizen review I chose the the best selling Night series is much more visible at a night. Additional feature which can also help with safety is the daisy-chain mounting loops on the Citizen Messenger bag. This allows the rider to attach bike lights, again making them visible on the road at night. It’s also useful to use a carabineer to carry anything else you may need while out riding around. It’s bigger than I thought: When I pulled the Chrome Citizen out of the box, 24L capacity seemed to dwarf my 18L Timbuk2. This messenger is a serious hauler. Nowadays, laptops and tablets are basically extensions of our limbs. Modern messenger bags understand this and usually offer separate, padded laptop compartments. Overall this is a great option for people that want a functional bag on the bike and a stylish bag off the bike. Features:
This bag is a professional work-horse especially suited for inclement weather. The Citizen is intensely practical and its professional messenger DNA shows. Industrial strength hooks and loops mean you don’t have to worry about heavy loads snapping your shoulder pad while riding around town on your bike. With an overall capacity of 10L the Granville 10 Courier Bag is still good for carrying laptops up to 12-inch. If you like the looks of the Tom Bihn Daylight Briefcase, it's small and simple. It is also very modular, so you can add extra padding or organizational features, or you can keep it super light and simple. Best Applications Reflective straps and mounting loops for lights provide additional safety by making you noticed by drivers at night.
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If you’re unsure about what lights you should or shouldn’t be using at night, we published our guide to UK bike light laws. Comfort can be enhanced with a wide shoulder strap that will help to spread the load and avoid pinch points on your shoulder. Pin They may be better known for their iconic saddles but Brooks have also made something of a design classic with the Strand messenger bag. The waterproof liner floats inside the main compartment enabling you to separate dirty from clean or wet from dry (great for the gym.)
The Timbuk2 Especial messenger bag is designed with the journey in mind. This is a messenger bag that takes cycling seriously and won’t let you down on the way to lectures or the office.The Chrome Citizen is large enough to swallow a 17″ Macbook Pro. One size does not fit all though…imagine a 13″ laptop slamming around in a 17″ sleeve. The bag is not completely waterproof but it will stand-up admirably to drizzle without worrying about your expensive content. The Citizen messenger has some great features about it that provide outstanding durability, like the 1050 denier nylon that it’s made out of that has excellent abrasion resistance. It can easily take a beating and not be any worse for wear. The only thing you’ll need to do to maintain this messenger bag is keep it clean after you dirty it up while you’re riding around with it all day. Context: I’m not a cyclist. Nonetheless, for the past 5 years I’ve exclusively used a Timbuk2 messenger bag for commuting and travel. Over that time I’ve discovered plenty of things that work and don’t work in a messenger bag. First Impressions of the Citizen Messenger Bag The ambidextrous main and stabiliser straps means that left handers don’t have to miss out on everything that makes this bag stand-out.
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