Hey look!  We just got in a new batch of stickers!  They come in two color combinations: white on red, and white on transparent (those stickers in the photo are yellow because of the waxed paper).

Get one free with your order on manhattanportage.com!  Just write in the notes/comments section when you check out:

To get the red sticker write:  “I WANT RED MP STICKER!”
To get the transparent one write:  “I WANT OTHER MP STICKER!”
To get both (or more):  “I NEED MP STICKERS!”

You know you want both.

One of our new models, the Vinyl Sidekick (1405-VL), is actually not completely new.  We used to produce this style using Cordura nylon fabric a number of years back, but was discontinued when we made similar bags such as the East Village (1408).  Now back by popular demand, this resurrected model now features a tarpaulin vinyl exterior, making it 100% waterproof.

The short Velcro flap of the Sidekick makes it very easy to open and close with one hand, even while on a bike or in tight spaces.  The bright vinyl colors will keep you safe at night-time and set you apart from the crowd wherever you go.  This little buddy is sure to be there where you need him!

If you’ve checked out our web store in the past week or so, you may have noticed that we’ve released a number of new items. One of them is the Empire Jr, the smaller and lighter version of the Empire Bag, the second release of our signature Black Label collection.

Whereas the original Empire was designed from the ground up for professional messengers and is sized accordingly, the new Empire Jr is scaled down for casual use. It’s made with all the same quality materials and construction that makes our Black Label bags indestructible, but it’s smaller and lighter, making it ideal for day trips and biking/hiking expeditions.

Don’t worry - unless you make a living delivering packages, this smaller Empire can still fit anything and everything you would ever want to carry on your back.

We welcome everyone to visit us at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center this week, Tuesday (2/16) through Thursday (2/18). View the Manhattan Portage line at Magic (Booth #SL8 222811), and our sister line, Token, at Project (Booth #824).

…to everyone who stopped by our booth at Bread and Butter Berlin. Thank you for making it our best trade show ever!

Don’t miss Manhattan Portage at Bread and Butter Berlin! Stop by the booth this week, Wednesday through Friday (January 20-22), Area Sport & Street/Booth #S 6.3.

We look forward to meeting you there!

Check out the newly revamped clearance section on manhattanportage.com for discounts on classic favorites, like the Large NY Bike Messenger Bag pictured above. Order now, while supplies last.

Discounts apply only to products purchased on manhattanportage.com.

Here at MP, we already know that our messenger bags can carry more than the average bike messenger’s load - they make great diaper bags, book bags, overnight bags, etc. But who knew they could also carry man’s best friend? Thanks to this MP fan who used our 1610 style to carry the most adorable load we’ve seen yet.

Spike in MP

2010 may be the year of the Tiger to some, but here at Manhattan Portage it’s the year of the messenger bag. Check this page in the coming months for new arrivals that will keep you in style all year long.