Customer Reviews The Cool People Chakka Computer Messenger Bag

I just got this bag and it is the perfect fit for someone who is on the go a lot. It is completely sturdy and comfortable, it seems like it will last for a long time.

Bought this bag to replace a messenger bag I'd had for several years and really liked, so it had big shoes to fill. It's met and exceeded the expectations. Initially, I was worried that the large plastic compression straps/fixtures on the front would look and feel cheap. Not the case at all. The nylon and all of the zippers feel extremely weighty and durable. And there are a zillion pockets (large and small) to store things in. I typically take my laptop, a business folder, and all of my tech supplies everywhere and I don't think I've used a 1/3 of the available storage in this thing. I use the small zippered pocket on the side to keep my portable HD in. The pocket on the outside is great for keys or anything small you need to get to quick. It's actually pretty easy to get to the additional smaller pocket under the flap without unhooking the compression straps too, so that's kinda nice. Overall, couldn't be happier with this bag. It was a great choice for me and I probably won't need to go messenger bag shopping again for a long while.

I bought this for my son as a Christmas present. That's December, and it is now June...and the water bottle mesh has separated from the body of the bag. I know that regular use puts stress on the bottle holder, but I've never had a problem like that with any backpack I've used...not even the inexpensive ones you get when you go on a tour! So though my son likes everything else about the bag, I'm disappointed in the quality. A bag should hold together for more than 6 months!

I am rather hard on this bag, but still you expect things to hold up under normal biking conditions for more than a few months. Bought it in July, it's now September and already it is coming apart in several places. It is not good for people whose primary use is as a commuter bag for a cyclist. It doesn't sit well on my back and I'm always having to shift it into place while riding. Also, difficult to get into in a hurry. The front flap is huge and unwieldy, especially if you have anything bulky in the front pocket. Decent looking enough, but only get this is you don't plan on being hard on it.

I love this bag! I moved to this after several years with a basic military messenger bag that was basically formless with no pockets. It took a couple of days to get used to all the room, pockets, zippers and options. It's like a went from none of to a million of those. Overall, this is a fantastic bag for either a laptop or an iPad and other stuff. I carry it daily with my iPad, lunch, random cables, gloves, hat, headphones, and other stuff and it always stays super comfortable and well organized. One thing I didn't expect was that I seem to be able to carry more stuff than before, but the bag actually feels lighter. I guess that's because of the more comfortable shoulder strap. The stitching, zippers, and compression buckles all feel top quality, and I expect to use this bag for years to come. Five stars!

Awesome bag! Sturdy construction with just the right number/kind of storage compartments. Pockets zip close -- not just velcro (which is important to me). Heavy duty clips for the flap and solid stitching. Nice padded inner pocket for my laptop. Only thing I would like added to it would be some sort of ring on the outside that you could clip something to (like a carabiner with a key ring or something). I'm picky about my laptop bags and this one is really good.

Great bag! Perfect for my needs. Very attractive as well as functional. Well constructed. Good quality zippers with many pockets. This replaced another bag which I lost and I prefer this bag by far. If I lost this one, I would be hooking up with Zappos for another one. Great service by Zappos, by the way!

I use this bag to store and transport my art supplies...mainly drawing pads, pencils, etc. It has a lot of compartments that make organizing my supplies easy. It's lightweight in and of itself and fits my needs perfectly.

This bag is great! I had been searching for quite some time for a laptop bag and finally found exactly what I was looking for in this one! Plenty of room and lots of different compartments! I am a fan of Timbuktu and Keen and this bags quality is right up there with those brands!

Great bag for casual use. Stylish and professional while still maintaining practicality. It is durable enough for a lappy and a few files, but don't try and overload with textbooks. The shoulder strap could use a little more padding for everyday use.

I have had my CP Chakka for about a year. At first, I was very happy with the style and functionality of the bag but now I will probably not buy another one. After a year, my bag is starting to come apart at some seams. I'm just a normal commuter user, not a super road warrior, so I don't believe it should be coming apart so soon. So, I'm back on Zappos looking for another brand of bag that will hopefully last longer! (Also, I found the strap annoying...constantly sliding off my shoulder and the shoulder pad keeps twisting on the strap.)

I travel a ton and I really need a bag I can use every day. I don't bike and this is not the bag for that. After about a year of heavy daily use including air travel, the bag is already coming apart at the seams. Unsure if its the quality or the abuse. I will be looking for a different bag.