Best messenger bag?
Gear forum
Posted on April 28, 2015, 12:30 p.m. by OP_Magikarp
So I want to get a bag just for Magic that isn't my school backpack and the messenger style bags (or man satchels as I call them) just seem like the best for us card players. I'm just looking for suggestions from you all that may already have one and if there is one you would recommend. Obviously it should be big enough to at least hold a binder and a few decks. Thanks!
Epochalyptik says... #4
Messenger bags tend to be less optimal if you carry a lot of stuff with you because they aren't as wide as backpacks. That said, the Bag of Holding from ThinkGeek is pretty good for a few Monster binders and some deck boxes. Just be careful not to overpack if you use thin-walled boxes, as they may get crushed over time.
April 28, 2015 12:45 p.m.
wonder why you need to add the "man" in front of satchel? Its not just for female use. I use a medic satchel and it holds all the stuff I normally bring.
April 28, 2015 12:47 p.m.
TheGodofNight says... #6
I use a small pistol/range bag (with a shoulder strap) for my decks, dice, and scratchpads. For my cube and binders, I have a medium sized range bag. The reason I use those are that they are incredibly durable, customizable with MOLL-E strips and attachments. If you hunt around, you can usually find sales on them, making them very affordable. Hope this suggestion helps.
April 28, 2015 2:04 p.m.
I go all-in and use a duffelbag. It lets me carry 6 EDH decks in their boxes, a binder, my laptop, as well as speakers, a small amount of food, and toiletries incase out games go too late. Only really practical if you have a car, though.
April 28, 2015 3:15 p.m.
My 2 cents. Don't buy some crappy $20 bag from Wallmart that will fall apart in a few months. My "Magic bag" is just my Chrome messenger bag that I bought a while back that I use for day trips or to lug around my laptop and such. Yes, it will cost a bit more, but it's guaranteed for life and has plenty of space for decks, binder, etc.
AngryBearTony says... #2
IKEA. That's where I just got mine. I think they had them for $20 - $30. It's a neat looking gray bag, fits about 3 fat packs with extra space, room for a binder. Would easily hold a few satin towers. I'm uber happy with it.
April 28, 2015 12:32 p.m.