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Marathon Messenger

$224

In Stock

The Marathon Messenger balances form and function for wherever your day takes you. Smart design, durable build, easy carry — everything you need for a quick sprint or an even-paced march.

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Color & Material
Available Color options

Exterior Color: Saguaro
Interior Color: Coyote
Material: Ballistic
Material: 200 Halcyon


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Marathon Messenger

Description

Clever like Hermes, durable like Prometheus, balanced like Athena, the Marathon Messenger is built for endurance — the kind of bag that goes the distance right alongside you. Whether you’re weaving through morning traffic, hopping on and off buses, or chasing the last bit of daylight to your favorite café, it keeps pace with every step. Thoughtful organization, durable materials, and a comfortable carry make it easy to stay in stride from start to finish line.

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Marathon Messenger Key Features

Buckle Up

Flap closure with dual buckles keeps your gear in place and within arm’s reach.

Your Laptop’s Bodyguard

A padded laptop compartment with two-way entry keeps your tech safe from the bumps and thumps that come with travel.

Interior Storage, Simplified

Three low-profile banded pockets keep your essentials on standby and two elasticized to keep your water bottle or umbrella secure.

Snap to It

Designed for modular minds — these built-in loops let you securely attach a Cache laptop sleeve or accessories, keeping your tech suspended and your bag clutter-free.

Clip it and Forget it

6 internal O-rings to tether your essentials. Keep the little stuff where you need it. No spelunking required.

Keep it Steady

The included stabilizer strap attaches to the male buckle of the waist belt and prevents the bag from swinging during bike rides or brisk walks.

Everything in its Place

Two exterior zippered pockets keep your essentials within arm’s reach.

Grab Life by the Handles

A cushioned grab handle that helps your bag—and everything in it—get from point A to point B.

Buckle Up

Flap closure with dual buckles keeps your gear in place and within arm’s reach.

Your Laptop’s Bodyguard

A padded laptop compartment with two-way entry keeps your tech safe from the bumps and thumps that come with travel.

Interior Storage, Simplified

Three low-profile banded pockets keep your essentials on standby and two elasticized to keep your water bottle or umbrella secure.

Snap to It

Designed for modular minds — these built-in loops let you securely attach a Cache laptop sleeve or accessories, keeping your tech suspended and your bag clutter-free.

Clip it and Forget it

6 internal O-rings to tether your essentials. Keep the little stuff where you need it. No spelunking required.

Keep it Steady

The included stabilizer strap attaches to the male buckle of the waist belt and prevents the bag from swinging during bike rides or brisk walks.

Everything in its Place

Two exterior zippered pockets keep your essentials within arm’s reach.

Grab Life by the Handles

A cushioned grab handle that helps your bag—and everything in it—get from point A to point B.

Buckle Up

Flap closure with dual buckles keeps your gear in place and within arm’s reach.

Your Laptop’s Bodyguard

A padded laptop compartment with two-way entry keeps your tech safe from the bumps and thumps that come with travel.

Interior Storage, Simplified

Three low-profile banded pockets keep your essentials on standby and two elasticized to keep your water bottle or umbrella secure.

Snap to It

Designed for modular minds — these built-in loops let you securely attach a Cache laptop sleeve or accessories, keeping your tech suspended and your bag clutter-free.

Clip it and Forget it

6 internal O-rings to tether your essentials. Keep the little stuff where you need it. No spelunking required.

Keep it Steady

The included stabilizer strap attaches to the male buckle of the waist belt and prevents the bag from swinging during bike rides or brisk walks.

Everything in its Place

Two exterior zippered pockets keep your essentials within arm’s reach.

Grab Life by the Handles

A cushioned grab handle that helps your bag—and everything in it—get from point A to point B.

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    Fred
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    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, Versatile, Durable
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    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Good Storage Size, Versatile, Durable
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    Marathon Messenger
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Instant go-to bag with classic vibes and contemporary function

    Ballistic Exterior, Halcyon Interior

    Just the right size. Perfect for riding, walking, hiking and short travel trip needs.

    The Marathon Messenger has some classic features found in messenger bags. Large main compartment, single strap (with shoulder pad), double stealth clips, stabilizing waist strap (removable) and larger top opening than the bottom of the bag.

    What happens after those basics really sets it up as a go-to bag across a range of uses.

    The open main compartment of the Marathon Messenger is roomy but not cavernous. Important because if aren’t carrying a lot of stuff there won’t be items flopping around. Main compartment also has three front side open pockets, two flexible side pockets (for water bottles or whatever works there), back padded laptop slot (with nylon loops to attach a TB laptop Cache if you want to). The bottom is padded and that allows the bag to stand up (even when empty). “O” rings are also inside the main (great for attaching accessory pouches, keys lashes, etc.

    The internal organizing features are just right and if there was any more it might as well be a briefcase and you would lose the ability to carry more stuff (jacket, dopp kit etc).

    A cool feature is a quick access back zip opening. You can access the laptop (or anything else really) that way without opening the main.

    Front outer side of main compartment has a zip pocket that goes the full width of the bag. Good for quick access items (phone, keys, anything). There are “O” rings in…

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