Originally Posted by garethzbarker

I don't ever have time to tour but I got a saddle bag for 2 or 3 day trip. I bought this bag:



I noticed it has loops for leather straps so you can roll a jacket or whatever in there but it didn't come with straps. The straps are kind of expensive. I was thinking I could probably just make some for a couple of $. Anyone use DIY straps on bags like this and what do you use. Maybe I should go to a sewing shop or crafts store?