Tom Bihn Marathon Messenger vs Tom Bihn Bantam
Tom Bihn Marathon Messenger ($230) vs Tom Bihn Bantam ($70) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right bag.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Tom Bihn Marathon Messenger | Tom Bihn Bantam |
| Price | $230 | $70 |
| Weight | 740g | 136g |
| Weight | 740g (26.10 oz, Tom Bihn product page) | 136g (4.80 oz, Tom Bihn product page) |
Pros & Cons
Tom Bihn Marathon Messenger
- Dual-buckle flap
- zippered pocket under the flap
- in-flap pocket for phone, wallet and keys
- $230 is a considered purchase
Tom Bihn Bantam
- PWK (phone, wallet, keys) bag
- several carry options
- attachment points
- Very small, so it holds only essentials
Tom Bihn Bantam is the better value at $70. Both are part of our curated bag index — tap through to check current pricing.