The name Nomad totally fits this bag. I was a bit hesitant at first (did I really need another crossbody bag?), but using it has been a useful delight.

Things I love:

- The horizontal zipper access makes it so easy to open the bag and access items. It's faster for me to access my Nomad 16 with a single hand than any other zippered backpack or bag

- The luggage passthrough was useful during a wedding trip with a roller bag. I loved that the tote bag stood upright underneath a regular-cabin flight on a Boeing 737 MAX 9. I usually use a backpack and am a bit skeeved that my back becomes the new home for whatever germs lurk on airplane carpet

- The organization pockets and O-rings make it a snap to transfer between this tote for work and travel needs and my Bantam for other outings

- I found myself having to use this tote for the gym and it worked out so well! It fit my workout clothes easily and traveled well from spot to spot in the gym. I don't carry a water bottle to the gym (plenty of fountains there), but it would have fit regardless

Things I'd improve:

- I wish the tote straps tucked in more neatly and cleanly into the bag when using the shoulder strap

All in all, this is a gorgeous tote bag that is great for so many uses!

I've been using the Nomad 16 as my work tote for about a month now and absolutely love it.

The straps are comfortable and just the right length. I haven't had need for the crossbody strap so far, but it also seems to be high quality.

The front zip pocket is perfect for things I need easy access to like my keys, mobile phone, work badge, kleenex, pens, etc. The main compartment is spacious and easily accommodates my water bottle, a small toiletries/make up bag, my wallet, a medium sized notebook, an e-reader, my lunch when I bring it to work, and has room to spare. I don't typically have to bring a laptop back and forth, but do use the laptop pocket for papers and folders, and it works great. I haven't traveled with it yet, but I could also see it working wonderfully as a personal item.

As one would expect from Tom Bihn, the craftsmanship is top notch, and I love that it's sewn in the USA. I chose the black ballistic exterior with Northwest Sky halcyon interior and the light colored interior makes it easy to find anything I'm looking for in any of the pockets. I'm very tempted by a couple of the other colors on offer, and may have to spring for a second, or even third one.