Bantam
$70
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Reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 203 Total 4 star reviews: 12 Total 3 star reviews: 9 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 1
Reviews Summary
Generated by AI from 100 most recent customer reviews
Last updated 2 months ago
Customers say this crossbody bag is perfect for carrying essentials like phone, wallet, keys, and small items. Many reviews mention its ideal size for everyday use and travel, fitting comfortably against the body without bulk. Users appreciate the internal organization with stretchy pockets and the versatility of wearing it crossbody, as a belt bag, or tucking it inside larger bags. The reverse X-Pac material receives frequent praise for its durability and sleek appearance. Common feedback includes satisfaction with the lightweight design and quality construction. Some note the bag can flip over if left unzipped, and a few wish for additional O-rings or slightly larger dimensions. Most find it excellent for minimalist carry needs.
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227 reviews
- SPSusanna P.Verified BuyerReviewingBantamI recommend this productBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, High Quality FinishingsRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoBrilliant Design
I wear this bag as a sling to carry a caseless iPhone, AirPods Pro and lip moisturizer all day everyday, at home and when out and about . I need my iPhone at hand for fall detection features and emergency contacts. I have used the TB PIKA pouch for several years in the same way and would love it if TB would bring that bag back. The inner pockets on the Bantam are especially well placed. More colors and I would be even more delighted.
- CMCrystal M.Verified BuyerReviewingBantamI do not recommend this productBought For GiftRated 1 out of 5 stars1 year agoBlack Friday Limited Color - Poorly Executed & Falsely Advertised
The bantam is one of my favorite items that TB offers. When they announced the limited release of colors for Black Friday I was extremely excited to see Wisteria returning for a limited run. All of their advertisements stated a launch at 7:00 am PT, imagine many TB fans surprise and disappointment when 7:00 am PT rolled around and items were all sold out. The product launched 30 minutes prior to their stated and advertised time. Many people were online and discovered it was sold out 15 minutes before it was even set to go live.
The company, once hailed for its customer service, mostly gave a shrug at how the launch happened and didn’t seem concerned at all that they went against their own advertisement to loyal customers. I guess it doesn’t really matter when you’re most concerned about whether the product sells and not about how and under what circumstances it sells.
- CBCarol B.Verified BuyerReviewingBantamI recommend this productBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, Compact, Sewn in USA, VersatileRated 5 out of 5 stars3 years agoAlmost dressy!
Well this is a dream come true. Tom Bihn durability, perfect tiny size to use most days and toss in a larger bag other days, and the inside-out fabric that gives it a dressy patent look! I love it. If I were designing it, I’d add an outside long phone pocket, maybe instead of the belt bag option, but that’s just personal preference and not worth deducting a star.
- JjustaliveVerified ReviewerReviewingBantamI recommend this productBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Versatile, Unique, Good Storage Size, Durable, ComfortableRated 5 out of 5 stars2 years agoMy favorite EDC pack
So I didn't think I'd need a small 1L pack however when I hike I like to have my phone and snacks at the ready. I grabbed one of these with the anticipation this would be a hiking fanny pack, the lightness of the material was the big seller for me. But oh it is so much more. It's now become and essential part of my life. Plus I didn't realize how stylish this thing is!! Love the blackout logo.
I often wear gym shorts and if you're like me having a place for your keys, wallet, headphones, multitool is a pain to carry in the pockets and often slips out. I could bring a small backpack and that worked, but the Bantam fills that niche where I don't have to take it off and can just leave it on all day. I've used the side kick in the past but that was too blocky on the body. This is the perfect size to fit close to the body and not look out of place. Side note: If they made their HLT 1 with gatekeeper hooks that would be great as well and not feel awkward on the body.
There are three things I'd like for Tom Bihn to add to a v2 of the Bantam.
1. More color options. Black goes with everything but it would be cool to have a white version. I love this thing so much I would like to change it up.
2. The inner elastic pockets are too soft and often I have thing slide out of them., Especially worn cross body This material is very different than the sidekick or HLT inner material. I would make this more structured.
3. Make an improved waist strap/chest strap. The courseness of the Tom…
- MFMike F.Verified BuyerReviewingBantamI recommend this productBought For MyselfProduct Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Craftsmanship, CompactRated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoSimple and indispensable
I originally bought this bag thinking I was likely return it. I already own a Side Effect, and even as I pressed the checkout button, I wasn't sure whether it would make sense to have both. And yet. And yet!
This bag has, in the past month, become my favorite bag to carry when I step out for a walk around the neighborhood, to run an errand, or to meet my friends in the park. My phone fits along the side pocket, my wallet (Nik's Minimalist Wallet) and keys clip onto the interior o-ring, and headphones slide into one of the two elastic mesh pouches. With those basics, there's still enough room for an additional set of keys, or a packable tote in case I need to stop for groceries.
My only notes: as other reviews have mentioned, the strap is a little narrow for my liking. I think this bag would be more comfortable if it shipped, by default, with a wider strap. Granted, it's easy to swap out the strap with the one on my Side Effect, so this is less a note about the design of the bag, and more about the provided strap.
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