Since i've been cycling for just over a year now, i'm looking to get a new way of carrying my bits and bobs, i've not got enough to justify panniers, and the rucksack leaves me with a very sweaty back, i need something that will hold the usual multitool, folded up jacket, couple of spare tubes etc, i do quite a few long runs for leisure so i was maybe thinking about a large seatpack, i've seen a few on wiggle etc but i dont know how to insert links to give you an idea of what i'm on about, anyway any other ideas most welcome.
Luggage question
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HLaB
Marie Attoinette Fan
I've got a few Topeak wedge bags, my large expandable takes my folded jacket, a spare tube and multi tool + a few other items. My Ortlieb wedge bag comfortably can take even more but I pref the Topeak ones because they hold my rear light securely. I do prefer however to use a smaller wedge bag and put a few of the lighter item (like tubes) in my rear jersey pockets.
Sometimes I also use a Topeak Phone bag, stem mounted to carry other items
Sometimes I also use a Topeak Phone bag, stem mounted to carry other items
The Eighth Man
Senior Member
I have one of these http://carradice.co.uk/day-use-bike-bags/camper-longflap-saddlebag.shtml it fits a lot in ie work stuff but it does not get in the way.
Fab Foodie
hanging-on in quiet desperation ...
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- Kirton, Devon.
I'm with The Eighth Man except I use the smaller Carradice Barley with the SQR quick-release system for long days out or where I want to carry more kit, otherwise I have an extending seat-pack to carry a few extra small bits. The other oprion is a bar-bag, an easy and convenient way to add capacity without having to alter the day to dayseat-pack tool kit.
killiekosmos
Veteran
Willow said:
+1 for rack bag. I've got an Atura Arran I use for work. Holds lunch, spares + tools, lock, phone, keys, waterproofs...
Also use with panniers for cycle holidays.
Origamist
Legendary Member
Carradice SQR Tour for me: http://carradice.co.uk/day-use-bike-bags/sqr-tour.shtml
I've got a medium sized Ortlieb saddle bag that I use for day-long road rides, although I imagine the large would do for your needs.
Pros - well-made, very waterproof, clip system on the saddle is pfaff-free and secure (I have a small Ortleib saddle-pod thingy that uses the same clip system - so double the benefit).
Cons - Expensive, roll closure is fussy and not to everyone's taste. Can catch the back of your leg on a racing saddle if you don't take care mounting it. Clip system not suitable for every saddle.
They also have a light-clip , although whether this is any use or not will depend on the orientation of the bag once fitted.
Hope that helps.
Pros - well-made, very waterproof, clip system on the saddle is pfaff-free and secure (I have a small Ortleib saddle-pod thingy that uses the same clip system - so double the benefit).
Cons - Expensive, roll closure is fussy and not to everyone's taste. Can catch the back of your leg on a racing saddle if you don't take care mounting it. Clip system not suitable for every saddle.
They also have a light-clip , although whether this is any use or not will depend on the orientation of the bag once fitted.
Hope that helps.
