The product wears better than anything I have found in thirty years. My current medium sized messenger back which I use heavily and almost daily is showing wear after maybe eight years so I purchased... See more
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Well designed and easy to navigate web shopping experience. I needed a moderately sized over the shoulder and the medium flight messenger bag suited. Great value at a fair price. I've bought and used... See more
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Sam was very helpful and showed me what he needed know to repair my bag in a clear and easy way. Full stars not given as even though there is a physical store in Singapore, they did not have any s... See more
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I sent my Timbuk2 bag back for a repair. I was doubtful that a replacement of the inner lining material could be done. I received my bag yesterday and it turned out great-the inside as good as new! It... See more
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Born and bred on the backs of San Francisco bike messengers, Timbuk2 builds tough-as-Hell backpacks, messengers, travel bags, and accessories designed to outlast you. Free Shipping and Lifetime Warranty.
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San Francisco, United States
- 1(800) 865-2513
- customerservice@timbuk2.com
- www.timbuk2.com
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Excellent customer service
The customer service team retroactively applied a coupon code that I had forgotten to enter during my purchase. It was so awesome of them to do this and I really appreciated the excellent service. Great communication too!
June 4, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad our customer service team was able to help by applying the coupon code after your purchase. Providing excellent service and clear communication is always our goal, and it's wonderful to hear that your experience reflected that. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future!
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for the awesome feedback! We're thrilled to hear you're happy with our products. We take pride in creating high-quality, durable items that stand the test of time. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again!
Dont pay for expedited delivery
Ordered bag for next business day 3 days ago. Charged for that special shipping but still waiting for delivery.
June 4, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
We're sorry to hear about your experience. Please note that expedited shipping only affects the transit time once an order has shipped. Timbuk2 orders require a 2–5 business-day processing period before they leave our warehouse, and this processing time is not expedited. We understand how frustrating this can be when you're expecting a delivery quickly, and we apologize for any confusion or inconvenience this may have caused.
Amazing and fast warranty repair
Amazing and fast warranty repair! Thank you again for standing behind your awesome bags!
May 26, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad our warranty program was able to get your bag back in action quickly.
Reply from Timbuk2
We truly appreciate your feedback and your support. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
Easy online ordering platform
Easy online ordering platform. Great descriptions of product choices
May 31, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your kind words! We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again.
Exemplary Products & Service
In 2010 or thereabouts I designed a Timbuk2 Backpack - Raspberry with a Giraffe back panel. A total thing of beauty. The backpack went to Switzerland among many other trips. Fast forward to 2026 and I want to pack for our next big adventure but though my backpack looks used but in perfect condition on the outside, the inside lining has crumpled. Not too shabby when you consider my backpack is 16 years old ! I contacted Timbuk2 and they reviewed pictures of my backpack and though it wasn't covered under warranty, my backpack was repaired for a nominal fee in record time! It travelled to the US from Canada and was back in less than 2 weeks and looks as good as new.
May 26, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear your custom backpack has been by your side for so many adventures over the past 16 years. It's great to know our repair team was able to get it back in action quickly and make the process easy, even across borders. We appreciate your support and wish you many more amazing trips with your refreshed Timbuk2 backpack!
Excellent customer service and quality…
Excellent customer service and quality of repair work. Timbuk2 stands behind their product. Would buy their product again in the future.
May 26, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with both our customer service team and repair program. Standing behind our products and helping customers get the most out of their gear is something we take great pride in. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future. Thanks for choosing Timbuk2!
Five Bought
I have purchased five of Timbuk2’s messenger bags for grandchildren serving missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These bags are made of high quality material and stand up to constant use, especially when carrying books, papers, pamphlets, and bottles of water. The water resistant material available is very helpful in high moisture areas like the Philippines and Alaska. I highly recommend Timbuk2 products, especially the messanger bag for travel and for work. My grandchildren have loved them!
May 29, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your continued support and for purchasing Timbuk2 messenger bags for your grandchildren! We're so glad to hear the bags have held up well through daily use and different climates. It means a lot to know they've been reliable companions on their missions and travels. Thank you for your recommendation and for being part of the Timbuk2 family!
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you're happy with the quality of our products and that they've lasted a long time for you. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future.
Great value
Timbuktu makes excellent and very durable products, well worth every penny they cost. My prior messenger bag lasted through over ten years of hard use, abuse, and neglect. And the only thing that failed, was the interior waterproof lining ...!
(Edit to add: the lining failed purely due to age / time. The rest of the bag still looks almost brand-new. ^_^ )
May 28, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your loyalty and for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear your previous messenger bag stood up to more than a decade of hard use, abuse, and neglect—that's exactly the kind of durability we strive to build into every product. While no bag lasts forever, we're impressed that the only issue you experienced was the interior lining after so many years of service.
As a reminder, all Timbuk2 bags are backed by our Lifetime Warranty. We'd be more than happy to assess your bag for warranty coverage and discuss any available repair options. Please reach out to customerservice@timbuk2.com, and our team will be glad to help.
Thank you again for your support—we're honored to have earned your trust over the years.
Good quality product
Good quality product. Decent if not quick shipping. Company has proven track record for reliability and design. You get what you pay for.
May 23, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you're happy with the quality, design, and reliability of the product. Thanks for choosing us!
Excellent service
Excellent service. Great communication. I would buy again in a heartbeat.
May 19, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience and that our communication met your expectations. Your kind words mean a lot to our team. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again in the future!
Stop sending “we say you looking”…
Stop sending “we say you looking” emails! It’s creepy!
May 28, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
We’re sorry those emails came across that way. We never want our communications to feel intrusive, and we appreciate the candid feedback. We’ll pass this along to the team for review.
Getting ingored for warranty service unusable backpack
In 2021 I bought a bike parker pack from Timbuk2. March 2026 the zipper broke on the backpack. I contacted timbuk2 to see if it was possible to repair the backpack. I bought the backpack on the promise that it could be repaired if it broke years later.
I tried contacting timbuk2 through multiple way to get them to repair the backpack. They are not responding to me in any way. I am being left ignored and with a unusable backpack.
Currently on may 2026 I still have not received any response about warranty or repair or anything. They are ignoring me.
The backpack was nice but the warranty service is horrible.
May 28, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Timbuk2
We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and the lack of response you’ve received. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, especially for customers who have trusted our warranty and repair commitment over the years.
We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, and we’d like to make this right. Please reach out to us at customerservice@timbuk2.com with your contact information and a supervisor will review your Bike Parker Pack repair and warranty options.
Thank you for your patience, and we apologize again for the frustration and inconvenience this has caused.
High quality custom bag, great value
Super high quality backpack with custom colors. Arrived earlier than expected and looks great. I've traveled with it a few times now and it still looks like new. All bags of this type are expensive, but this one feels actually worth it.
October 15, 2025
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for the thoughtful review! We’re so glad to hear your custom backpack arrived early and has held up so well through your travels. We put a lot of care into both the build quality and the customization experience, so it’s great to know the bag feels like it's worth the investment. We appreciate your support and hope it continues to travel well with you for years to come!
Easy navigation and free shipping
Simple to find the part I need and free shipping even for low value items
May 20, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you found it easy to navigate our site and quickly locate the part you needed. Offering free shipping, even on smaller orders, is something we’re happy to provide to make the experience even better. We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again!
I love their bags
I love their bags, and the shopping experience with them is high level. Professional people making a professional, long-lasting product. You will love your Timbuk2 bag for a long time. A worthwhile investment. I can't say enough about them!
May 8, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you so much for the incredible review! We’re thrilled to hear that you love your bag and had such a positive experience with our team. We put a lot of care into designing products that are built to last, so it means a lot to know that came through for you. Your support and kind words truly make our day — thank you for being part of the Timbuk2 community!
I love my Timbuk2 tote
I love my Timbuk2 tote and was sad to think I had to toss it when the waterproof liner deteriorated after a decade of hard use. I contacted Timbuk2 and they repaired my bag for a minimal cost. Yay! Great service.
May 20, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
Thank you so much for sharing this! We love hearing stories like yours. A decade of hard use is exactly what we design our bags for, and we’re glad we could help give your tote a little more life instead of sending it to the landfill. Thanks for being part of the Timbuk2 family, and here’s to many more adventures together!
The website said the bag would arrive in 4…
The website said the bag would arrive in 4 to 5 days. 7 days later I was notified it had shipped. Unacceptable.
May 19, 2026
Reply from Timbuk2
We’re sorry for the frustration and appreciate your feedback. Our custom bags are made to order and are typically sewn and shipped 5 business days. We understand how disappointing it is when timing does not meet expectations, and we’ll share your comments with our team as we continue working to improve the customer experience and communication around custom orders.
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