Think Tank Retrospective Weekender Review
The Think Tank Retrospective Weekender bag is one of those timeless bags you keep forever. Its exterior size belies the cavernous interior, giving you plenty of room for a weekend trip. The fabric, leather, and antiqued metal hardware let you arrive in style.
Make a statement when you arrive with this classic travel duffel.
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Retrospective Weekender
The Think Tank Retrospective Weekender bag is the perfect travel buddy when packing for a weekend getaway. Crafted with a timeless style, it’s made to stand the test of time.
The main compartment features a full-length straight zipper access and two zipper wings that fold over the sides when in carry mode. Unhook the wings for full clamshell access to the interior.
It also has a front zippered pocket that gives you quick access to smaller items and an inner-zippered pocket for personal items. Keep all essential items secure on your journey with leather reinforcements and a removable leather shoulder strap.
- Cotton canvas and leather accents
- Strong YKK zippers
- Exterior pocket
- Very stylish
- Durable construction with high-quality materials
- No stray threads
- No pass-thru strap for a luggage handle
Why Should You Buy the Think Tank Retrospective Weekender Bag?
Let’s look at some of the benefits of the Think Tank Retrospective Weekender travel duffel.
1: It has a stunning visual appeal.
All of the Retrospective travel bags look elegant yet remain durable. The stone-washed cotton canvas material is thick yet soft and luxurious.
It features antiqued metal hardware and leather-reinforced stress points. The full-grain leather accents are soft and perfectly stitched.
The large YKK zippers slide smoothly and are easy to grab with the leather pulls.
A long leather shoulder strap and leather-wrapped grab handles make it easy to carry.
A beautiful tartan fabric liner inside is soft to the touch.
2: It’s undeniably practical
The main compartment is spacious and offers effortless access. The zippered wings unclip to provide a wide clamshell opening to the interior.
An interior zippered pocket for quick access is great for storing keys, a wallet, or a passport. One of the things we like is that there aren’t too many pockets inside. The inner zippered liner pocket does what you need, so there’s a pocket for quick access to some items, but the rest of the space works like a classic canvas tote.
The front zippered pocket for quick access without opening the bag is great for a paperback book, a mobile phone, or travel documents.
For extra protection, the fabric is treated with a durable water-resistant (DWC) coating that ensures you won’t have to stress if it starts pouring.
3: Exquisitely Comfortable
Whether you use the shoulder strap or the leather-wrapped grab handles, the Think Tank Retrospective Weekender is comfortable and easy to carry.
If you don’t want it, the removable shoulder strap is easy to tuck into one of the two pockets. If you decide to use the shoulder strap, its length adjusters make it easy to fit your body.
The soft-sided form factor means you won’t have a hard jab in your side while walking with the Retrospective Weekender.
What Makes the Think Tank Retrospective Weekender Stand Out?
The Think Tank Retrospective Weekender is a classic travel duffel with some stylish, practical appointments.
It features the classic cotton canvas look that the Retrospective Travel Series represents.
1: Long Leather Shoulder Strap
Think Tank really crafted a wonderful shoulder strap. It attaches to the bag with antiqued brass hooks that swivel, so you won’t get tangled up as you move.
The sturdy Dakota leather reinforcements look great on the shoulder strap, but a soft black foam cushions the bag’s weight on your shoulder.
The shoulder strap material is reinforced with six rows of stitching and has length adjusters to customize the strap to your needs.
2: Inner Zippered Liner Pocket
The inner pocket is on the opposite side of the front zippered pocket. It’s wide and spacious, so you don’t need to fold papers too much. An 8 1/2×11″ paper folded in half lengthwise fits nicely, as would a small book.
3: Front Zippered Pocket
The front zippered pocket means you don’t have to access the main compartment to get something for quick access. It’s a great place for carry mode when grabbing something on the go.
4: Large Main Compartment
The Retrospective Weekender is a 29-liter bag with clamshell access. The bag stands nicely on its own, so you don’t need one hand to hold it open while packing with another.
Like many bags in the classic Retrospective Travel series, it has a signature tartan fabric interior, and the exterior is a classic cotton canvas.
Access to the main compartment expands with the wide clamshell opening when the zippered wings unclip.
Here are the Retrospective Weekender Measurements
Dimensions:
19.5” W x 12.25” H x 10.5” D (49.5 x 31.1 x 26.7 cm)
*Approx measurements based on the widest part of the bag
Weight:
2 lbs. 5.75 oz (1076 grams), including shoulder strap
1 lb. 13.25 oz (834 grams) without shoulder strap
Volume:
29 liters
A Few Optional Items From the Retrospective Travel Series
Stand out from the crowd and make sure you can easily identify and recover your missing bags with the all-new Think Tank Retrospective Luggage Tag.
Lasting for years, this tag is made from sturdy full-grain leather, sized to fit business cards, and offers a unique Travel Sentry ID code to help you protect against accidental loss. Ensure your personal information is secure but available through a clear window covered with a leather flap.
It even comes with a custom gatekeeper for attaching it to any luggage, bag handle, or web. Plus, get free shipping when purchasing within the U.S.
- Free Shipping in US
- Stylish
- Travel Sentry ID included
- High-quality materials and construction
- Built to last
- Attaches to any luggage
- Free US shipping
- Only one color
If you’re a traveler on the go and don’t have much time for laundry, you will need a bag to help keep your clothes organized and smelling fresh. That’s why Think Tank designed their Retrospective Laundry Bag - perfect for packing dirty laundry away from your clean clothes.
The bag features a signature tartan fabric, machine washable and highly durable. With its drawstring cord closure and top flap, you can rest assured that the bag's contents are securely stored while also containing any unpleasant odors. It stands up on its own, making it easy to access what you need without having to wrestle with an unwieldy bag.
- Free Shipping in US
- Machine washable
- Stands up on its own
- Contains odors
- Quality materials and construction
- Built to last
- None so far
Conclusion: Think Tank Retrospective Weekender
The Think Tank Retrospective Weekender is a stylish travel duffel with 29 liters in the main compartment. It features antiqued metal hardware, Dakota leather reinforcements, stone-washed cotton canvas material, and a signature tartan interior liner.
The easy-access zipper wings fold to allow full clamshell access to the main compartment. The Weekender is practical and elegant. Don’t leave home without it – make sure this essential item is part of your travel kit!
The Think Tank Retrospective Weekender bag is the perfect travel buddy when packing for a weekend getaway. Crafted with a timeless style, it’s made to stand the test of time.
The main compartment features a full-length straight zipper access and two zipper wings that fold over the sides when in carry mode. Unhook the wings for full clamshell access to the interior.
It also has a front zippered pocket that gives you quick access to smaller items and an inner-zippered pocket for personal items. Keep all essential items secure on your journey with leather reinforcements and a removable leather shoulder strap.
- Cotton canvas and leather accents
- Strong YKK zippers
- Exterior pocket
- Very stylish
- Durable construction with high-quality materials
- No stray threads
- No pass-thru strap for a luggage handle