New wheels and handlebar bag needed
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New wheels and handlebar bag needed
Up and running..... well, rolling :)
The Escapade is finished and happy with her.
Now shes done, what are folks thoughts on a handlebar bag ?
Escapade1 by Dave Wilkinson, on Flickr
Hardly a gravel ride... More like a mud ride !
Escapade2 by Dave Wilkinson, on Flickr
The Escapade is finished and happy with her.
Now shes done, what are folks thoughts on a handlebar bag ?
Escapade1 by Dave Wilkinson, on Flickr
Hardly a gravel ride... More like a mud ride !
Escapade2 by Dave Wilkinson, on Flickr
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
I usually think that a harness works better with drops as it gives you the option of drybag shap / size.
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
Agreed. I use a Bikepack.pl harness on my gravel bike and MTB, as this let's me use a shorter bag on the GB and longer bag on the MTB.Bearbonesnorm wrote: ↑Wed Jan 22, 2020 9:32 am I usually think that a harness works better with drops as it gives you the option of drybag shap / size.
Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
If you just want a little bag for day rides or don't like a lot of stuff on the bars I find the Alpkit Gnaro is excellent on a similar bike.
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
If you were considering just a small bag for the front, my slightly biased opinion is that these are brilliant. More stock on the way.
https://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/shop ... ct=bar-bag
https://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/shop ... ct=bar-bag
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
I had been meaning to message you to ask about those bags.Bearbonesnorm wrote: ↑Wed Jan 22, 2020 9:54 am If you were considering just a small bag for the front, my slightly biased opinion is that these are brilliant. More stock on the way.
https://bearbonesbikepacking.co.uk/shop ... ct=bar-bag
Can they be used as stand-alone bags without the harness?
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
Yes they can Neil. You can even clip on the supplied strap and use it as a man-bag if you likeCan they be used as stand-alone bags without the harness?
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
When do you think they will be back in stock?Bearbonesnorm wrote: ↑Thu Jan 23, 2020 5:38 pmYes they can Neil. You can even clip on the supplied strap and use it as a man-bag if you likeCan they be used as stand-alone bags without the harness?
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
I'm hoping 10 days Neil. They're back up to full production capacity so it should be easier / quicker to keep stock levels up.When do you think they will be back in stock?
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Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
I'm finding the Altura Vortex2 bar roll has taken over from my WildCat harness for drop bars. Spacers clear the head tube nicely and the quality of materials and zips is great. the built in top pocket is great for wallet, keys, Belgian mix etc. Only advantage I can see from the harness now is it takes a wider range of volume - but then I don't like too much on the front with drop bars - the Vortex 'fills the space' neatly.
#1 son is off in to Skiddaw House for the weekend and sent him with Vortex luggage as easier to pack well and waterproof (also bright red, so harder to lose/forget )
#1 son is off in to Skiddaw House for the weekend and sent him with Vortex luggage as easier to pack well and waterproof (also bright red, so harder to lose/forget )
Re: New wheels and handlebar bag needed
I'll wait.Bearbonesnorm wrote: ↑Fri Jan 24, 2020 12:58 pmI'm hoping 10 days Neil. They're back up to full production capacity so it should be easier / quicker to keep stock levels up.When do you think they will be back in stock?
EDIT: are you getting any colours other than black?