I used every day this bag while working for 18 months. It wasn't pampered in any fashion, and often found itself in rough conditions. Survived the winter of Virginia, summer of North Carolina and Brazil. Not once did water get into it and damage any material. And believe me, unexpected torrential downpour happens a lot in Brasil. Then ontop of that, it would dry fairly quickly. Often times friends would have books, pamphlets, and papers ruined, while mine were left perfectly dry. The shoulder strap stayed sturdy and the velcro lasted consistent use. It wasn't until 16 months that the front velcro started to fray a little, but it didn't worsen after that. But considering I opened this bag 25+ times a day for 16 months, it's not bad at all. There really is superb quality that comes with any Timbuk2 bag. The inside material held up extremely well. Mine is marked up from mens and other things I've put into the bag, but it never tore or failed in quality. I loved being able to adjust the shoulder strap. Some days while carrying around heavy stuff, it was nice to have it high, and some days it was nice to let it hang lower. It's quick and easy.

I bought a trial of the Thrive Experience (capsules, shake, patches) from a promoter, who is a friend. I do drink coffee (1-2 cups a day), and am sensitive to certain supplements and caffeine. The first day I quit coffee entirely and yet felt anxious, had headache, stomach ache, back ache, and was told my symptoms were detoxing from coffee. I continued to a 2nd day and did not feel any better. I had to stop the trial because I felt the side effects outweighed the benefits. I was told after the first week I'd feel amazing, but the truth is I don't want to be "hooked" on a supplement, and furthermore on one so expensive. I read other reviews and heard the withdrawal coming off these pills are the same as going on. An 8-week experience often turns into months on end, and the expense creates incentive to become a promoter. The cycle never ends.