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Timbuk2 The Authority Pack One Size
Last Updated: May 16, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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/10
Total Reviews
98
Old Reviews
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Review Analysis - 87 recent, verified reviews
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Storage
45pockets, backpack, compartment, compartments, water bottle
+87%
-13%
" ... As a guy who commutes on a bike, this thing has all the right compartments for what I use throughout the day, and a special place for my laptop. ... "
" ... Roomy, the compartments make sense, and its sleek enough for everyday use for that professional who enjoys a backpack. ... "
" ... great quality and great amount of space inside. ... "
" ... My favorite bag! ... "
" ... Also I use this for a diaper bag. ... "
" ... this is the bag for you. ... "
" ... This is an excellent bag. ... Otherwise, I really like this bag and look forward to using it for years. ... "
" ... holder is small but it’s has fit all my big water bottles (maybe I stretched it out?). ... "
Size
42bag, pocket, bulky, functional, carry
+95%
-5%
" ... I love this backpack! ... It fits much more than you would expect, but still feels lightweight on your back. ... Great backpack, and I highly recommend! ... "
" ... After that, it's an excellent backpack. ... "
" ... Laptop pocket is very well padded. ... "
" ... This backpack has not disappointed me either. ... Overall a great backpack. ... "
" ... This is the best backpack I've ever had! ... "
" ... This bag is SO much better! ... Room for everything but still not too bulky or heavy. ... "
" ... Very large and durable. ... "
" ... I love this bag and it makes traveling SO much easier! ... "
Build Quality
29straps, strap, bottom, backpack, zippers
+76%
-24%
" ... Great design and construction, and stylish too. ... "
" ... Solid material ands love the design. ... "
" ... The fabric and its waterproof texture is amazing, also zippers quality are strong. ... "
" ... For example, the buckles on the bottom are a nice, sturdier material. ... Since they're on the bottom of the bag, the likelihood of getting thrown around or breaking are higher so those buckles are sturdier than the ones on the sternum strap. ... The zippers have nice handles on them. ... "
" ... The material and finish looks very mature. ... "
" ... It's well designed and well constructed. ... Otherwise, I really like this bag and look forward to using it for years. ... "
" ... The pack had great materials, great assembly, and great little details. ... "
" ... It fits much more than you would expect, but still feels lightweight on your back. ... "
Fit
23bag, sleeve, bottom, backpack, water bottle
+74%
-26%
" ... holder is small but it’s has fit all my big water bottles (maybe I stretched it out?). ... "
" ... I use this backpack to hold thing for when I go on bike rides. ... "
" ... Fits all I need. ... "
" ... Its a great fitting pack. ... "
" ... It fits much more than you would expect, but still feels lightweight on your back. ... Can easily fit my computer, notebooks and lunch and stay organized. ... "
" ... He says it keeps everything organized and fits it all extremely well. ... "
" ... My favorite part is the clips on the bottom of the bag where you can attach a rolled up jacket or blanket. ... "
" ... My Dell Inspiron 17 i7746-6875SLV - 17.3" fits perfectly on pocket, and there is a lot of space for cables, pens, folders, etc. ... "
Comfort
17strap, shoulders, comfortable, wear, shoulder
+71%
-29%
" ... It's very comfortable to wear, and I like how you can secure the adjustable straps so the extra strap parts aren't flapping or dragging around. ... "
" ... It's comfortable, well made, and I like the pocket placement. ... The one on the very back is perfect, as I can access it easily when I pull the pack around my right shoulder to grab my lock. ... "
" ... Comfortable though I think the straps could be a little longer for my 6’2” frame. ... "
" ... The straps and back panel are built well and are comfy. ... "
" ... Comfortable to wear and is high quality. ... "
" ... It feels very premium and solid. ... Straps are comfortable and well padded as is the back. ... "
" ... It fits much more than you would expect, but still feels lightweight on your back. ... "
" ... The little lanyard for keys is nice to have too. ... It's not the most comfortable bag in the world with a 15" laptop right against your back, but it has a good amount of cushioning on the back and the straps, and an air channel to keep your back from getting sweaty. ... The sternum strap is adjustable, but a little more vertical adjustment (specifically, moving it further down) would be good for bigger folks like myself. ... "
For Travel
14traveling, bag, backpack, valuables, timbuk2
+93%
-7%
" ... For all of his traveling, it is highly functional. ... "
" ... It was comfortable despite being loaded down with heavy electronics, travel essentials, etc even on a sprint or two between airport gates. ... "
" ... I've had this backpack for more than 6 months now and generally like it very well for my urban commuting needs. ... "
" ... I took it as a personal item on a flight to Europe and it fit comfortably under the economy airline seat. ... "
" ... I've been using it 5 days a week for 4 months now (commuting using public transit), and its held up perfectly in wind, rain, snow, and sun. ... "
" ... I really needed a new carry-on bag for a trip I was taking the next day. ... "
" ... I use this backpack to hold thing for when I go on bike rides. ... "
" ... I love this bag and it makes traveling SO much easier! ... I took this bag on a trip to Colorado and I was able to hold all the things I took with me in it AND hold new items I purchased while I was there. ... "
Design
13material, timbuk2, stylish, solid, looks
+100%
" ... The material and finish looks very mature. ... "
" ... It looks good, too! ... "
" ... For example, the buckles on the bottom are a nice, sturdier material. ... "
" ... It fits much more than you would expect, but still feels lightweight on your back. ... "
" ... It feels very premium and solid. ... "
" ... The quality of the fabric, stitching, design are all excellent. ... "
" ... Great design and construction, and stylish too. ... "
" ... Solid material ands love the design. ... "
Band
9strap, short, padded, comfortable, chest strap
+56%
-44%
" ... Comfortable though I think the straps could be a little longer for my 6’2” frame. ... "
" ... Straps are comfortable and well padded as is the back. ... "
" ... The straps on the bottom are extremely helpful in the Carolina weather as it allows me to roll up outer layers and strap it to the bottom. ... "
" ... The sternum strap is adjustable, but a little more vertical adjustment (specifically, moving it further down) would be good for bigger folks like myself. ... "
" ... It's very comfortable to wear, and I like how you can secure the adjustable straps so the extra strap parts aren't flapping or dragging around. ... "
Water Resistance
6water bottle, water, side, really, material
+100%
" ... The waterproof material is really sleek and funtional. ... "
" ... I love all the storage it has and it water proof ... "
" ... Water resistant material for ease of cleaning. ... "
" ... The side pocket for a water bottle or umbrella is really useful. ... "
" ... The side water holder is a bit small and snuggly holds my 750ml camelbak water bottle ... "
" ... The fabric and its waterproof texture is amazing, also zippers quality are strong. ... "
Product Reliability
4+100%
" ... I've had my pack for a few months. ... "
" ... been using it for about 5 months now almost daily. ... "
" ... First review I've done on amazon in 10+ years. ... "
For Kids
3+100%
" ... He absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... Best backpack ever according to my daughter. ... "
" ... I use it for graduate school and love it. ... "
As Gift
3+100%
" ... I purchased this backpack as a gift for my dad for work as he travels a lot. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift and if they are EVER on the truck again, I'll buy one for myself as well. ... "
" ... This was a gift to my eldest son for Christmas which he appeared to like very much ! ... "
Device Compatibility
3macbook, 15, sleeve, laptop
+100%
" ... Also love how there is a dedicated part for laptops. ... "
" ... I have a large 2018 15" Apple MacBook pro laptop and it fits perfectly in the laptop sleeve. ... "
" ... I carry a 15” MacBook Pro, an IPad Pro and there’s enough room left over for plenty of extras. ... "
Cleaning
3resistant, material, clean
+100%
" ... While I have not yet put its water resistance to the test, I did give the exterior a good wipe down with a soapy cloth and the inside appeared to remain completely dry. ... "
" ... Water resistant material for ease of cleaning. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 100 meters