I really like that this is the same bag as the original Nomad, but bigger. I was already using the original Nomad and loved the horizontal format of it, but really needed more space. When I got this bag, it was super easy to transfer everything over while keeping the same placement in the bag. That nothing needed to be reinvented about my organizational scheme was a big bonus (and I could get the same color combo as I had in the original Nomad, too!). I thought I would like the crossbody feature as well, but it turns out that I prefer the main handles, just as I was using with this bag's little sister. (Side note: I felt that the strap for the crossbody function had a sort of strong rubbery smell when I got it. It might well be that it would air out when used, but I don't know because I just didn't like carrying the bag that way when I tried it.)

Pros:

- Just the right size for me. Big enough for files and groceries.

- Handles. I had Side Hustle for my everday carry , but I found the absence of handles more of an issue than I would have guessed.

- Stands up. You can set it down and it will usually stand up, even if empty.

- Double zippers. Again, the Side Hustle only had one zipper but the double zippers on the Nomad make it easier to access without thinking too much.

- Top access. Both a pro/con. The top access forms a sort of trough when carrying it. My arm sits nicely in the trough when carrying over the shoulder.

- Unzippered pocket. This is the side I have to the inside when carrying over the shoulder. I like being able to reach in there for my keys without needing to unzipper.

Cons:

- Weight. It is heavier than expected. Maybe the option of Halcyon for the exterior?

- Rings. Never thought I'd be saying this about a Tom Bihn product, but I could have used a few more rings, esp. in the main compartment and the zippered side pocket. A couple on the unzippered side would be great as that is where I attached a key tether.

- Top access. The top of the Nomad forms a sort of trough along the top. I'm concerned that in a rain water would pool there.

- End attachments. There are attachment on the end for the shoulder strap. It would be great to have another one. I have a carabiner that I attach to one end so that when I'm in a coffee shop I can attach the bag to the chair handle. This keeps the…