The Awl‘s exposé on the various types of man bags raises some interesting questions: What type of bag should a man carry? How did you decide on your particular bag? Are they all just man-purses?
As for me, I walk to work and bring my laptop and various gadgetries with me so a bag is an absolute must. I alternate between using a snazzy backpack and a Nike messenger bag (that’s really not meant for laptops) for my trips. I figured I’m not suity enough for a briefcase nor boss enough to go bag less. And after taking a quick scan of the room, it looks like most of the Giz guys are carrying some form of messenger bag/satchel blend too. What do you guys use?
Read the whole post over at The Awl to find out what your type of bag means. They cover satchels, totes, briefcases, messenger bags, envelopes, duffels and more. And be sure to let us know what type of bag you carry and what’s inside in the comments. If you don’t have to carry a bag around, I envy you. [The Awl]
TSH
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 10:12 AMUsually just my Kindle in a $1 padded envelope. If my pockets can’t hold all my stuff (umbrella, tissues and scarf, say) then I’ll pack a bag. Also used (irregularly, but frequently) for bringing lunch from home.
Corteks
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 11:19 AMSatchel bag works well, mine is covered in badges from various webcomics and such.
Bags are convenient, screw this stupid idea that guys can’t carry a bag with ‘em! I don’t know what idiot thought that up but they were pretty incredibly stupid.
TK
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 11:33 AMwallet, phone, keys, shades, everything else is just …. baggage.
Robert (B-ob)
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 12:20 PMI’ve got a canvas satchel that works pretty well, just fits my M11x and has pockets for pretty much everything else. Plus the fabric makes it look more like a camping accessory or something, so it’s less feminine.
computerandy9
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 12:34 PMI take a satchel/ messenger bag to tafe. i dont take a laptop but it holds my books.
olearymo
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 2:06 PMWhat about general use tho, guys? We’re all talking a lot about what we take to work, but that’s just briefcase replacements. What about something you can take when you go out for some drinks, or to the shops?
Ratty
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 2:36 PMLeather satchel bag. Basically just carries all my essential stuff… keys, wallet, gum, though I do keep my phone in my pocket. I can’t imagine why I spent so may years stuffing all that crap in my pockets. What the main difference between a manbag and a handbag… in a manbag you can find everything!
MarioC
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 2:41 PMMessenger bag/laptop bag, or a camera bag, those are the only types of bags I ever carry, mostly my camera bag now that im older.
Chris
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 2:43 PMBackpack for me. I don’t care what the article says, it’s more confortable and conveinent than a shoulder bag. except for messenger bags, they are pretty comfy to wear but if you work in an office that requires you to wear a dress shirt and dress pants you’ll look an idiot with a messenger bag. another one that’s popular with my friends is camelbaks. I take them to festivals and generally keep one in the car at all times. with mine you can even squeeze a jumper or small laptop into one of the compartments. And i think i’ll continue to use the word manbag because it still gets a reaction
Nathan
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 4:47 PMCrumpler Farmers Double – Photo Backpack for me, I have my massive work laptop, ipad and occasionally the 7D in the base.
Sicarius123
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 6:02 PMIf you take it with you in social situations it’s a manbag.
If you use it for work then there’s no problem.
Jonathan
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at 11:09 PMOne ridiculously expensive Crumpler messenger bag. Carries everything, from books and laptop to a weekend worth of clothes for out of town trips. I haven’t used a backpack in some time, although i think i should from time to time