I’ve received some comments on my post about my Timbuk2 bag and I want to quickly add that Scott Hodge’s post about his bag and his desire to simplify things helped me take the plunge and go with a smaller bag. I so relate to his thoughts about carrying way too much to read when he travels. I do that too. I always think I’m going to be able to read 15 books or something. Anyway, I had been on the fence about going “smaller” and Scott’s post helped. (Thanks, Scott! You may have started a revolution!)
I’d also like to add that I came very close to getting a Pakuma bag too. They look like very well-made, cool bags. You might want to check them out too if you’re looking into a new bag.