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The movie Alien (1979) is great.
So is Aliens (1986).
They’re very different films: the former decidedly horror, the latter firmly action.
Which one’s better?
It depends on who you ask, or even what mood you’re in.
So it goes with Peak Design’s redesigned Everyday Messenger.
The original was excellent, and so is the new one, but in different ways.
On a technical level, I’d have to give the edge to the new design.
It also looks less distinctive, less angular, and more round.
It makes for a better bag overall, but a less interesting one.
On either side, you could see stretchy pockets ideal for a small water bottle or sunglasses case.
Both are approximately phone-sized, but the front pocket also includes some small organizer pouches ideal for camera cards.
(This is primarily designed as a photographer’s bag.)
I’d call them “pen pockets” if they weren’t so long.
I’m not sure what they’re designed for.
On either side of the main bag, you get zippered side pockets.
These are pretty small—I struggled to get my phone inside them.
Two included straps can be applied to 10 different interior and exterior loops.
See those little loops?
Those are for the all-new exterior strapping system.
The plastic tabs snap into place with surprising security, and they can be tightened for awkward items.
They’re perfect for things like tripods that are a little too bulky to fit in the main pocket.
There are four external straps and six internal.
This improved version is even stronger and more secure without losing any speed.
It seems like the whole bag has been designed around it.
The MagLatch system is even better on this improved design.
So is the little quick-grab pocket that was perfect for your phone.
But there are some subtle improvements here.
It also has little hidden pockets for tucking away excess strap length on the main adjustment points.
The expanded luggage straps double as a chest strap if you need more stability.
Peak Design has kept its innovative interior divider system.
These interior dividers can be moved thanks to strong velcro, and folded into three different positions.
Of course, you’re able to remove them altogether if you want maximum storage.
Everyday Messenger V1, left, and V2, right.
I’m in two minds about this.
I’m also not a fan of the redesigned smaller pockets.
It’s a “grass is always greener” situation.
That isn’t to say that there’s anything bad about the newer Everyday Messenger.
