Messenger Bag Size Chart

The size chart below describes several of our products. For information on weight and laptop fit, please visit the page for the particular model you're considering.

• Custom Messenger
• Ballistic Classic Messenger
• Classic Cordura Messenger
• Laptop Messenger
• Pro Series Messenger
• Artist's Canvas Bag

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  Small

  15" wide at the top x 10" high x 5.5" deep x 12" wide at the bottom
  A small bag fits your
  • Digital camera
  • 8.5" x 11' notebook or binder
  • Paperback romance novel
  • iPod or MP3 player
  • Phone, keys, snacks, and wallet
  • A laptop in a small or extra-small Laptop Grip Sleeve or Quilted Laptop Sleeve
  File folder size. Fits two phone books. It's a big purse, or a small briefcase. Perfect for use as a diaper bag. Colors for guys and gals.
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  Medium

  19" wide at the top x 11" high x 8" deep x 14.5" wide at the bottom
  A medium fits anything a small does, plus
  • A laptop in a medium or large Laptop Grip Sleeve or Quilted Laptop Sleeve
  • A hat and a jacket
  • A pair of shoes
  • Or a change of clothes
  This is our most popular size. It compares to a regular sized school backpack. It can hold a pair of shoes, a change of clothes, a dop kit and newspaper - hit the gym in style! Walking shoes, a sweater, your lunch bag, the latest best seller and the NY Times - you're one cool commuter. Also known to hold 4 six-packs (cans), or two six-packs (bottles) - your choice of beverage.
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  Large

  23" wide at the top x 12.75" high x 8.5" deep x 16.5" wide at the bottom
  A large fits anything a medium does, plus
  • An extra large Laptop Grip Sleeve or Quilted Laptop Sleeve
  • A small set of encyclopedias
  • Enough clothes for a weekend getaway
  Extra room for extra stuff - when medium just won't do. Carry your puffy in the winter and your beach toys in the summer. Works great as large gym bag or overnighter.
  Warning: this bag is quite big -- it fits about 80 pounds of text books.
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  Extra Large

  27" wide at the top x 14.5" high x 9" deep x 20" wide at the bottom
  Our extra large fits anything a large does, plus
  • A standard file box
  • A large set of encyclopedias
  • Six soccer balls or softball equipment for the whole team
  Careful what you wish for. This is the mother of all messenger bags, and the industry standard for bicycle messengers worldwide. Holds big payloads, two weeks of laundry, or everything you need for a long weekend getaway. Kitchen sink not included.
  Caution: this bag will not fit in your gym locker. It is absolutely huge.