About Skinny Commuter:
Meet our Skinny Commuter Laptop Bag! We've found the bigger the bag, the more you’ll carry – whether you need it or not. So, if you’re looking to lighten your load, our new Skinny Commuter Laptop Messenger is just the ticket. As laptop computers get thinner, more people opt for even slimmer iPads or readers, and many of us just don’t need that big ol’ bag anymore.
About Design:
We pride ourselves on following our three F's of design, Form Function and Footprint, to craft a quality product with urban commuting in mind. Next time you're in town, we invite you to come take a tour of our San Francisco factory to see where each and bag is assembled to order, right here in the USA.
More Features:
• Stand-up design
• PVC-free (as always)
• Internal slash pocket for folders, iPad or books
• Metal hardware on bag straps
• Waterproof, durable boot
• Included removable strap-pad
• Two large front pockets w/ slash pockets and keyfob
In-Depth Specs:
Main Compartment:
3.5" (9 cm) Deep
15.75" (40 cm) Wide
11" (28 cm) Tall
Front Pocket:
1.5" (3.8 cm) Deep
15.75" (40 cm) Wide
9.5" (24 cm) Tall
Weight (incl. laptop sleeve):
3.2 lbs (1.45 kg)
Exterior: Green X-Pac Sailcloth™
Binding: Coal
Body: Black
This the perfect material for those of you in wet-weather climates. X-Pac™ is a special high-performance sailcloth for ocean–going racing boats. This high-tech laminate is lightweight, abrasion resistant and waterproof. So, if wet weather riding is your gig, rest assured what's inside the bag will stay dry.
Exterior: Black X-Pac Sailcloth™
Binding: Black
Body: Black
This the perfect material for those of you in wet-weather climates. X-Pac™ is a special high-performance sailcloth for ocean–going racing boats. This high-tech laminate is lightweight, abrasion resistant and waterproof. So, if wet weather riding is your gig, rest assured what's inside the bag will stay dry.
Overall rating:
(based on 20 reviews)
Pros
- Attractive (18)
- Comfortable (17)
- Easy to use (15)
- Lightweight (15)
- Spacious (12)
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Cons
- Too Small (2)
- expensive (1)
- Heavy (1)
- looks bulky even when empty (not so "skinny-looking") (1)
- Needs bigger bottle holders (1)
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Brian Sealey
Verified Buyer
I looked all around for a great bag i could carry every day: something comfortable, durable, and not too big. I've used big bags before, and I end up lugging around more stuff than I need just because I can. So I wanted something Goldilocksian: not too big, not too small, but just right.
This bag is just that. I can toss in my iPad, my laptop, and a few necessities and go dog go! The slash pockets are fantastic: big enough and deep enough for a variety of things, but not so big stuff gets lost. There are plenty of slots for an assortment of pens, pencils, highlighters, and markers, and the bag is constructed so that even the stuff on the back of the bag won't dig into you when you're wearing it. And there's little hidden pockets and attachment points all over the place.
I love the sturdy, comfortable handle on top, which doesn't distort the bag when you pick it up. The strap is very comfortable, and the easy-adjust feature is great. I love the magnetic closures. They do a great job of keeping the flap down without making a racket and without me having to fiddle with the clasps. (And the "SHHHH" label on the tabs is a cute touch.) The X-Pac fabric and the blue trim definitely give it some character.
The only complaint I have is a relatively small one. The water bottle holders at each end barely hold anything bigger than a .5L bottle. They're great for those throwaway plastic bottles, but it's hard to find a reusable bottle that fits them well. I'd love it if Rickshaw could offer larger bottle holders as an option - something that could hold my 1L SIGG would be PERFECT.
Ramam Puppala
Verified Buyer
I Personally using this product for my daily usage. I feel very confortable. Unexpectedly all my things fits perfectly including my iPad. Its awesome product and makes my life easy for business as well personnel.
5Stars!
Jean Bruns
Verified Buyer
I've had my new Rickshaw bag for almost a month and it seems to hold an endless amount of supplies plus my laptop. Very user-friendly, well-made, sharp appearance. This bag should take care of my needs for a very long time. Thanks, Rickshaw!
David B
Verified Buyer
I've been using this bag for about 1 month now and really like it. Aesthetically it's a beautiful bag and I really appreciate the many compartments for organization. That said I would offer a few things to consider and recommend a few changes to or things that would have been nice.
Pros:
1) Aesthetics: love them. It's a laptop bag without the soulless style of typical laptop bags. Am comfortable with the bag on the street and insde suit-and-tie conferences.
2) Waterproofness Is great. Have not had any issues (through a rainy Vancouver BC winter!) and have full confidence in the bag. Only once when the bag was really overloaded did I notice a tiny gap at the top corner which the front flap and fold in tabs usually cover.
3) Cross strap: awesome. Get it.
4) Loads of options for organization.
5) Laptop sleeve: Velcro holds really well and is easy enough to detach.
6) Magnetic silencers: these are gold. I love them!
Cons:
1) Size: the bag doesn't hold as much as I thought - it's a bit hard to judge size based on the Rickshaw photos on the website but this bag is best doing on thing at a time (either carrying your laptop/tablet/documents, OR groceries, OR gym clothes etc. If you need your bag for a lot of daily tasks I'd suggest a larger one.
2) Should Strap: The shoulder strap is just a touch large (but I'm also pretty skinny..) so getting a snug fit with that alone isn't possible. That said, the shoulder strap + underarm cross-strap guarantees the bag won't move when I'm biking around (Cross strap = highly recommended!).
3) Quick Access: accessing contents of the front two pockets requires you to release at least one buckle before unzipping the pocket; it would have been nice to have quicker access to at least one of these pockets for answering my phone, or grabbing keys or my wallet. Not critical but would have been nice.
4) Water bottle holders will fit only slim-regular water bottles (and then it's really snug!). If you have anything larger than a water bottle that would fit into a bike cage you'll need a carabeener to latch it onto something since it won't fit.
Michael Nolan
Verified Buyer
Great Bag. Really great looking bag that is easy to slip over a shoulder. Love that the weight remains balanced and doesn't shift. The pockets on the sides hold a water bottle perfectly and keep your contents dry. The front pockets are great for storing small items like chargers and cords. the back pocket is perfect and some of the best design I have seen. An easy way to access pens and a notebook. Great for quick access in a meeting or on the road.
Really great bag! Loving it!
