If I didn't already own almost every model they carry, this news would be terribly frightening: Timbuk2 is opening has opened* a retail store in Hayes Valley in San Francisco. Timbuk2 has done a terrific job of creating a compelling online experience (build your own bag, anyone?), so I'm interested to see how they do with retail.
The latest addition to my (always) growing collection of bags -- their Ace Day Pack. I've always hated laptop backpacks -- they're usually way too big and way too ugly -- but this one is just right. Just the right size, just the right pockets and in all black you can't go wrong. (They're not paying me, I swear...)
Now, if only I could fill it with one of those sexy little 13" MacBooks...
* Thanks, Owen!
Has opened, you mean. It opened in March. I know the store manager, Kate -- she's a doll.
Posted by: Owen Thomas | May 19, 2006 at 07:32 AM
I did get a new MacBook, but it will be a little while before I can get a new bag for it.
Posted by: ari | May 19, 2006 at 02:53 PM
it warms my little Grinch heart to know that you're still a bag 'ho.
Posted by: sas | May 22, 2006 at 03:16 PM
i thought i was the only one... mini, commuter, tote
Posted by: jarain | May 24, 2006 at 04:13 PM
Looks like they've discontinued the Ace. Maybe because the only difference between it and the Track was the wide-mouth openning, which I find essential for access on a plane. Luckily, I was able to pick one up.
There are a few left at Lombardi Sports in SF...
Posted by: Davis W. Frank | Aug 15, 2006 at 09:25 AM